Large cottage in Matterdale End, Ullswater - Sleeps 8.

Ivy House4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8.

The perfect location for exploring the great outdoors, sat in an elevated position alongside the Cumbrian Way with lovely views over Ullswater.

Accommodation details

Ground Floor:
Step to entrance.
Living room: With electric fire and Smart TV.
Sitting room: With Smart TV.
Kitchen/dining room: With electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer dishwasher and bi-fold doors leading to garden.
Separate toilet. . First Floor:
Bedroom 1: With double bed and en-suite with bath, toilet and heated towel rail.
Bedroom 2: With double bed and en-suite with shower cubicle, toilet and heated towel rail.
Bedroom 3: With double bed and en-suite with shower cubicle, toilet and heated towel rail.
Bedroom 4: With double bed and en-suite with shower cubicle, toilet and heated towel rail.
Bathroom: With bath, walk-in shower, toilet and heated towel rail.

Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.

Back garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Hot tub for 5 (private). Bike store. One small dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country). Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking.

Ivy House has been fully renovated for 2022, bringing this traditional Cumbrian house up to today’s standards and beyond, with four double bedrooms all en-suite with the bedroom at the back having a fantastic copper bath There is a large living room for the family to entertain each other, plus a second sitting room ideal for kids to use as their own, a large kitchen/diner opening out onto the garden with a hot tub and sitting out area where you will be able to soak those magnificent walks away on an evening. A short distance is the tiny village of Dockray which still has its own pub to wander down to for some local fayre. Situated on the fellside adjacent to the Cumbrian Way, with superb views across the valley to the hills around Ullswater.

Experience Lakeland at its best, with every kind of outdoor activity on hand. Ivy House is a haven away from the stresses and strains of everyday living and ideal for anyone looking to spend some time amidst the peace and quiet of this beautiful scenery. Walk straight out on to the fells from the door or go pony trekking and see the sights from a different angle (book at nearby Rookin House). Enjoy boating and sailing on Ullswater or take in the magnificent scenery on a launch trip up the lake. A region which offers something for everyone, whichever season you choose to visit – in the winter months, why not join the Lake District ski club and ski on Raise.

For enjoyable days out, there are plenty of places to visit, including Aira Force waterfall, Wetheriggs Pottery Museum and Penrith Castle. Also, in the area surrounding Penrith is the wonderful Rheged Discovery Centre, Lowther Leisure and Wildlife Park, Dalemain Historic House and Gardens and beautiful Hutton in the Forest. The lakes and fells to the south are easily reached or go north to the charming villages and historic sites in the Borders. Beach 34 miles. Pub 2½ miles