Dragonsfell

About this property

Dragonsfell nestles in a picturesque hamlet in the rolling hills of South Lakeland, with the scenic delights of the Lakes to the west and the Yorkshire Dales National Park less than 5 miles to the east. The historic market town of Kendal – ‘gateway to the Lakes’ - with its shops, bars, restaurants and intriguing passageways is just a ten-minute drive away. Dragonsfell is easily identified by the dragon woodcarving at its garden entrance, its substantial construction oozes rustic character, now updated for the digital age with 1 Gb fibre broadband, a 55-inch smart TV, and Google Nest house management and music facilities, Naturally a genuine Jacuzzi 7-seater hot tub awaits you right outside the back door, alongside the outdoor sitting, dining and play area. Set over three floors, Dragonsfell’s spacious accommodation is a well-equipped retreat for families and friends. After a day of exploring the delights of the Lakes or venturing to the Dales, guests can look forward to unwinding in the large lounge nicknamed ‘the ballroom’, complete with a beamed ceiling, new woodburning stove and a large Smart TV, or perhaps in the large Jacuzzi hot tub just outside its doors. Maybe head to the Bosch-equipped kitchen-diner and dust off the cooking books to whip up a delicious feast using the new 5-plate induction hob, before serving up at the beautiful oak dining table with a bottle of fizz.

Dragonsfell has four bedrooms on the second floor, and a fifth with level access on the ground floor, the very spacious master features a 2000-spring super-king bed, the generously proportioned guest room has a standard double with space for an optional single bed or cot, while the other two bedrooms house twin singles and another double. The family bathroom with shower, tub and basin is also on this floor, on the lower ground floor, the large bedroom has a king-size bed and offers the easiest access for disabled or elderly guests, and a washroom. All bedrooms are presented with fresh white bed linen and most have large built-in wardrobes offering masses of storage for your personal belongings. Move outside and enjoy a morning coffee or an evening tipple on the garden patio, the attractive low-maintenance shrub garden offers comfortable outside dining in spring and summer and has enough space for garden games and for young children to play, the refurbished garden gate has an been fitted with an exterior latch for their safety. Or pop on your walking boots and exploring the local the area, be that five minutes down the valley into a beautiful bluebell wood, or in the opposite direction to reach a scenic skyline. Adventurous souls can venture further afield deep into the National Park, tackling the heights of Scafell Pike or the Langdale Pikes, but the lakeside tranquility of Buttermere or boat hire and trips on the heritage steamers at Ullswater too have their gentler charm. For families with children, the Brockhole leisure park is a must, and keen cyclists can pick up the Sustrans 70 route linking the Lakes and the Dales less than half a mile away from Dragonfell or get over to the renowned Whinlater Forest mountain bike trails. The market town of Kendal is home to your closest amenities, boasting a variety of shopping arcades and plenty of places to eat and drink, including the supermarkets of M&S or Booths (aka ‘the Waitrose of the north’) for grabbing those essentials, visit Kendal Museum and see unique collections of natural history and archaeology, or for a more hands-on experience, explore the ruins of Kendal Castle and see how Kendal life was during the 12th-century. With the natural splendour of the Lake District at your disposal, a holiday at Dragonsfell promises to a memorable one, so come to Dragonsfell and feel the Dragon’s spell, either in the centre of things or far from the madding crowd, as takes your fancy…..

Kendal, a historic market town with a strong shopping reputation, is located on the banks of the River Kent and is renowned as the Southern Gateway to the Lakes. Its old cobblestone lanes and byways lead off the picturesque main street, and the stone ruins of 12th century Kendal Castle sit atop a hill with views of the town. Visit The Abbot Hall Art Gallery, which has a regular collection of portraits by Kendal-born George Romney as well as works by Turner and Ruskin, as well as other exhibitions through its connections with the Tate. Sizergh Castle and Levens Hall, with its magnificent Topiary Garden, are both close, as are limestone escarpments for easy walking that provide breathtaking views of the Lakeland Mountains, the Howgills, and Morecambe Bay. Kendal is ideally located for exploring South Lakeland, the Yorkshire Dales, and further afield. Kendal is an excellent site for a quiet stay, with nearby attractions such as Kendal Museum and the Museum of Lakeland Life, the interesting Quaker Tapestry, Lake Windermere, and the surrounding National Park.

Accommodation

Very spacious accommodation over three floors.

Five bedrooms: 1 x second-floor super-king-size with en-suite with incuding walk-in double shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor double, 1 x second-floor twin, 1 x second-floor double, 1 x ground-floor king-size.

Family bathroom comprising bath with integral shower, separate shower closet, basin and WC.

Large ground floor cloakroom with WC and basin.

Lower floor cloakroom with WC and basin.
Large kitchen-diner with breakfast bar and table, with Bosch 5-plate induction hob and fridge- freezer, Bosch oven and microwave.

Washer / Dryer available located in the garage.

Extremely spacious lounge with ample seating, new high-capacity wood-burning stove, large oak dining table, and 55-inch Smart TV.

Google voice activated sound system, WiFi (1 Gb fibre broadband).

French doors off lounge to Jacuzzi seven-seater hot tub.

Secure private garden patio, outdoor dining table, seating and Weber charcoal barbeque.

Designated parking for 3 cars only.

One dog is welcome however, you are able to request to bring more by calling us.

Oil central heating with additional Megaflo pressurized hot water/immersion system.

Fuel and power, bed linen and towels included in rent.

Sorry no smoking.

Please Note: No stag, hen or similar parties accepted.

Note; This property only accepts 7 night bookings during July and August.

Note; The hot tub is maintained and serviced by a professional dedicated hot tub company including a water changeover and chemical balance checks between each booking.

Please do not be concerned if the water shade looks unusual, this is simply due to natural iron content in the borehole supply.

The owner confirms that the borehole supply itself is checked as per private water supply requirements.

Shop 3.7 miles, pub 3.4 miles, Kendal 5 miles.