North Lodge

ID: S282985

  • Bedrooms 2
  • ・ Sleeps 4
  • ・ Pets 1

About this property

This delightful, Victorian lodge is set back from the Ambleside to Keswick road under Butter Crags, on the outskirts of Grasmere. Enjoying good views and a lovely garden, North Lodge offers a fabulous escape for families or two couples eager to explore this magnificent National Park in Cumbria. It is wonderfully presented throughout, with bright colour schemes and plush furnishings, making the most of an ideal setting. Enter through the front door into the cosy sitting room, where beamed ceilings and a green slate fireplace provide a welcoming atmosphere, along with plush settees and a flatscreen TV for entertainment. Move into the cottage-style kitchen where the chef of the group can relish in some home-cooking, with all the appliances, cooking utensils and crockery you could need for a self-catered break. Head upstairs to find two wonderfully presented bedrooms, including a double and twin, both with crisp white bed linen and en-suite facilities, so there is no queueing in the morning! Begin your morning in the well-maintained garden, before strolling into Grasmere village to source the ingredients for a hearty breakfast. Get to know your surroundings further by following the footpaths from the door which will take you up the little fells of Helm Crag and Loughrigg, or you can embark on a journey through Dora’s Field, a delightfully open woodland which was once owned by William Wordsworth. Travel south to Ambleside to find a great selection of amenities and attractions including the scenic waterfall of Stock Ghyll Force and the Ambleside Roman Fort, before visiting the town of Bowness-on-Windermere, home to the popular World of Beatrix Potter attraction where you can see her children’s stories come to life. Lake Windermere is also a must-visit, which is best explored on board the iconic cruiser. North Lodge is a charming dwelling, offering a homely base for all types of Lake District excursions.

Situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park is the lovely village of Grasmere, probably best known as the home of William Wordsworth, a place he once described as "The most loveliest spot that man hath found". Any visit to Grasmere needs to include The Grasmere Gingerbread shop, where the Wilson family have been making gingerbread for over 60 years. Also in the village are a number of shops, pubs, a church which dates back to the 13th century and Grasmere Lake, plus Grasmere Sports takes place every August, where you can watch participants compete in a variety of sports, including Cumberland Wrestling. Just five miles away is the town of Ambleside and Lake Winderemere where you will find shops, pubs, restaurants and the 17th century Bridge House, which is one of the most photographed buildings in the Lake District. Cruises, boat trips and watersports can all be enjoyed on Lake Windermere and the towns of Windermere and Keswick are also within driving distance. Grasmere is a wonderful base for your Lake District retreat.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Electric immersion central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with DVD player.

WIFI.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair available on request.

Dedicated parking for two cars.

Garden with seating.

One well-behaved dog welcome at £20 per stay.

Sorry, no smoking.

Nearby points of interest

  • Hayes Garden World Ambleside
  • Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
  • Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
  • The World of Beatrix Potter
  • Lake District National Park
  • Lake Windermere
  • Esthwaite Water
  • Lodore Falls
  • Wastwater Lake
  • Church of St Olaf

Reviews (25)

  • Jo

    The cottage is lovely and cosy, but the kitchen really let's the whole cottage down. The sink is in a very odd location and the kitchen utensils and oven, etc, aren't fantastic. It's basic and functional and it wouldn't take much to make it a much better kitchen. There is no dustpan and brush, just a brush, so you have to get the hoover out to keep the kitchen clean. It is disappointing when basic salt and pepper isn't in the kitchen, it doesn't cost much but should be an essential for renting a cottage. All in all, the cottage is 'fine', but if we had paid anymore for it I would have been a little dissappointed.

  • Alison

    It is beautifully situated and, although on the main road, not noisy. We arrived in the rain and had a few wet days and found it cosy and warm, especially with the log burner. The outside spaces would be great in good weather. Having use of the shed for our bikes was an added bonus. The property was well kitted out and had everything we needed. There are a number of lovely walks and cycle rides possible from the house so we didn’t need to drive much, which is always a bonus. The parking is ample for two cars (we have a LWB VW van and even that fit in, just!). The village is also walkable and offers lovely shops and pubs/cafes. We had a very good meal at the Swan. The Co-op has everything including fuel for the log burner. I would definitely recommend this place and may even be back ourselves.

  • Katie

    Also beds not made on arrival, not up to usual high standard that we pay for. Cottage was perfect location. Storage heaters took a bit of getting used to and I use them a lot, I think the switches need looking at because the convector switches were not lighting up when the should have been. Also the 2nd heater in lounge did not work.

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