Description
Overwater Lodge was built at the turn of the 20th Century as one of a pair of cottages for Overwater Hall. This three bedroomed semi detached cottage has so much to offer as a delightful holiday retreat. With stunning views towards Skiddaw from most rooms, large south facing cottage garden and adjoining woodland. Overwater lodge is perfect for adults and children alike, with space to relax and play.
Situated three miles north east of Bassenthwaite lake, the area is perfect for walking, cycling and relaxing. The Reiver cycleway passes the cottage. Two bridleways lead alongside to Binsey Fell, Skiddaw and the Cumbrian Way. Overwater tarnย is just a two minute walk. Within half an hours walk from Overwater Lodge there is the Sun Inn in Bassenthwaite village and the Snooty Fox and Mae’s Tearoom and Gallery in Uldale serving good food. Overwater Hall Hotel with its first class restaurant (serving coffee, light lunches, teas and dinners)ย is a two minute walk.
With an abundance of bird life, the occasional red squirrel and deer, Overwater lodge enjoys a truly tranquil location.
Nearby there is sailing on Bassenthwaite Lake,ย Lake District Wildlife Park, Mirehouse Historic House Gardens and Osprey viewpoint.ย The Castle Inn Hotel and Armathwaite Hall Hotel are within three miles and between them offer spa treatments, spa days and outdoor pursuit activities, such as clay pigeon shooting and quad biking.ย Nearby Whinlatter Forest offersย several trails and the Go Ape experience. Overwater Lodge is also just five minutes drive from a major new attraction - The Lakes Distillery. Here there are tours of the distillery and an all day Bistro.
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Accommodation details
Ground floor
The accommodation has gas central heating and comprises:
Living/sun room: With TV,ย DVD and open fire (logs provided).
Dining/kitchen: With large range style cooker with electric double oven and gas hob, dishwasher, fridge, freezer and microwave.
Utility/drying room: With washing machine, tumble dryer, fridgeย and Belfast sink.
Shower room: With power shower and washbasin.
Cloakroom: With WC andย hand basin.
Bedroom 1: Twin bedroom.
First floor
Bedroom 2: Twin bedroom.
Bedroom 3: Double bedroom with king size bed and TV.
Bathroom: With cast iron roll top bath,ย double shower unit, WC and washbasin.
Second floor
Third floor
Fourth floor
Facilities
All bed linen, fuel and power included. Initial logs provided. Cot and telephone available.
Miscellaneous
Outside large cottage style garden with lawn, patio, woodland and seating. Garage for storing bikes or canoes. Private parking for 3 cars. Visit England 4 Star. Please note: The property has a private water supply.
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Nearest town
Bassenthwaite
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Shops
1 mile
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Distance
1 mile
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Restaurant
0.5 miles
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Nearest railway station
Wigton
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Pub
1 mile
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Railway station distance
10.0 miles
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Lake
3 miles