The Waternook Estate, Ullswater

About this property

Exclusively yours – this magnificent, 5-star private estate on the banks of Ullswater lake, surrounded by stunning scenery.

The Waternook Estate comprises of two 17th century holiday homes with 10 luxury bedroom suites, lake view terraces and patios, a hot tub and Laconium, private boating jetty, helicopter landing pad and uninterrupted panoramic views, to name just a few of the fabulous features of this stunning retreat.

Sleeping up to 20 guests, this is the perfect venue for a friends or family get-together, a special celebration, or an intimate wedding reception. And to make your stay even more relaxing, there is a wide range of concierge services from a private chef and butler to sailing or yoga lessons, and helicopter tours over the beautiful Lake District.

This exclusive luxurious retreat is situated on a banks of Ullswater with half a mile of private shoreline, and breath taking views of the lakes and fells. Relax in the hot tub on the decked verandah, enjoy a movie in the private cinema or stroll through the 26 acre estate. The 17th century property has been lovingly decorated to an amazingly high specification with every facility you could wish for. With six luxury en-suite bedroom suites and large open plan living spaces, this house is perfect for families or friends, and small intimate wedding receptions.

There are comfortable siting rooms, lake view dining rooms and even your own private cinema. Outside you can enjoy the infinity terrace and hot tub, BBQ terrace with outdoor kitchen, landscaped gardens and 26 acres of grounds to explore.

The English Lake District has such sublime scenery it has inspired the romantic poets throughout the ages. Ullswater is the second largest lake and is regarded as the most beautiful, stretching a total of 8 miles. Surrounded by beautiful mountains, the area is home to some of the UK’s rarest species including the Red squirrel, the Peregrine Falcon and the Red Deer.

Accommodation

The Waternook Estate, comprises of two adjoining properties – Waternook (sleeping 12) and The Great Barn (sleeping 8). Sleeps 20 in 10 bedrooms and 10 bathrooms (of which 10 are en suite.
Waternook (sleeps 12)
Ground Floor
Drawing Room and Reading Room with wood burning stove and comfortable sofas and chairs

Large open plan kitchen and dining area with dining terrace with lake views

Private cinema with Sky Movies and Sky Sports
First Floor
Master Bedroom (sleeps 2), super-kingsize bed, ensuite bath and shower room, TV and lake view

Bedroom 2 (sleeps 2), super-kingsize bed, ensuite shower room, TV and lake view

Bedroom 3 (sleeps 2), kingsize bed, shower room, TV and lake view

Bedroom 4 (sleeps 2), kingsize bed, ensuite shower room, TV and lake view

Bedroom 5 (sleeps 2), kingsize bed, ensuite shower room, TV and lake view

Bedroom 6 (sleeps 2), double bed, ensuite shower room, TV and fell view

All en-suite bathrooms have luxury stone and porcelain bathrooms with monsoon or rain showers
The Great Barn (sleeps 8)
Ground Floor
The Lake Room with comfortable sofas and chairs, TV and lake views

Well equipped kitchen

Dining room with doors onto the lake terrace

Bedroom 1 (sleeps 2), kingsize bed, ensuite shower room, TV and lake view terrace

Bedroom 2 (sleeps 2), kingsize bed, ensuite shower room, TV
Mezzanine Floor

Minstrel’s gallery overlooking the Lake Room
First floor

Bedroom 3 (sleeps 2), super-kingsize bed, ensuite bath and shower room, TV and lake view

Bedroom 3 (sleeps 2), double bed, ensuite shower room, TV and lake view

All en-suite bathrooms have luxury stone and porcelain bathrooms with monsoon or rain showers
Outside

Private parking for numerous cars

Open landscaped gardens, with dining and barbecue terraces

Infinity terrace with lake view hot tub at Waternook only

Secure bike and canoe storage

Boathouse with private jetty

Helicopter landing pad
Services

Wi-Fi / Broadband

Central Heating

Luxury Concierge Services