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Grass Guards House

Duddon Valley, Lake District
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Exceptionally unique Lakeland home offering the ultimate in both peace and privacy
  • Remote location in the South Lakes with stunning valley views in all directions
  • A walkers paradise, ideal base for exploring this picturesque region with walks from the doorstop
Property code: 81264

A characterful home-from-home for up to eight, this four-bedroom cottage beckons for rest, relaxation and exploration. Providing you with an unmissable opportunity to stay in one of the most beautiful pockets of the Lake District, its setting in the Duddon Valley is truly unique. Encompassed by uninterrupted countryside and overlooked by undulating fells, yet only 1.5 miles from a popular village pub, you’ll easily be able to spend your days following Wainwright’s ambling trails, breathing new life into Wordsworth’s words and discovering all that makes this national park England’s favourite.

Inside, orientate yourself towards the spacious lounge with its exposed beams, historic fireplace with cosy wood burner and sumptuous seating. With space for all the family to settle down, this is the perfect spot for movie and games nights together. When tummies start to rumble, the well-equipped kitchen has all the appliances and accoutrements you could need for rustling up wholesome meals, and even has a dishwasher to take care of the cleaning up. Ready to host meals, you can also choose between the pretty dining room and the suntrap patio with seating and fell views. Completing the picture, you will find four bedrooms and three bathrooms.

Outside the property, a lawned garden provides a lovely spot to spread out a blanket and relax with a book in the sunshine. Great for walkers and cyclists, the surrounding countryside is home to a huge number of beautiful walks and cycle trails. Hikers, in particular, will be spoilt for choice with Wallowbarrow Crag, the Old Man of Coniston and Harter Fell within 10 miles of the cottage. For town vibes, venture over to the famous Hawkshead (17 miles) for a choice of eateries, shops and attractions, or for lakeside adventures, spend wistful hours on the shores of Coniston Water (11 miles).

  • 4 bedrooms - 2 king-size zip-and-link (both can be made into can be twin beds upon request, please make request at time of booking) and 2 doubles
  • 3 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite bathroom with bath and WC, 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC, and 1 separate WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, and dishwasher
  • Utility room with fridge/freezer and washer/dryer
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Off-road parking for 4 cars
  • Secure bike storage
  • Patio and garden area with seating
  • Pub 1.5 miles and shop 8.5 miles
  • Please note, the forestry track to the property is approx. 1.5 miles and is not suitable for sports cars - there is also a small ford to drive over
  • Internet is off a satellite and is not suitable for downloading, only browsing
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Hollie Tattersall

This property is personally managed by Hollie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 7 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jennifer 31st August 2024

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Reviewed by Francesca 3rd August 2024

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Lovely cottage, very well equipped and perfectly located in a quiet location with lovely views and walks from the door.

Reviewed by Helen 13th July 2024

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Very well equipped and comfortable house in a remote, peaceful and beautiful location. We felt very much at home in the house, spacious with great facilities and amazing bathrooms. The house is 10 mins drive up a gravel track and across a ford, nearest shop 30 mins drive away so make sure you take all you need. You can walk in all directions from tRead morehe door, up the fells, down the gill, along the river valley. Good location for Conniston Fells, and Eskdale Valley, Scarfell and Elterwater. Hide

Reviewed by Keith 6th July 2024

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Peaceful, remote location in a fully equipped, comfortable and spacious house. Thoroughly recommend for people looking to connect with nature and each other.

Reviewed by Darren 11th August 2023

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Reviewed by Neil 9th June 2023

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Reviewed by Mohammad 5th May 2023

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Perfect!

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Grass Guards Cottage

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