Escape to Charcoal House, a picturesque 18th-century country house nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Surrounded by rolling hills and scenic views, this luxurious retreat offers a spacious sitting room with oak beams and log fires, a fully equipped kitchen with an Aga range cooker for modern living, and beautiful bedrooms with luxury Egyptian cotton bedlinen. Unwind in the south-facing garden or explore nearby Coniston Water.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8220 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, country house, off-road parking, EV charging
Charcoal House is a gorgeous large country house with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The house is located just 1 mile from the shores of Coniston Water in the heart of the Lake District National Park.
This traditional stone-built 18th country house is located in a very peaceful off-road location in the tiny hamlet of Low Nibthwaite, just ½ a mile from the southern tip of Coniston Water.
The house has recently been decorated throughout using heritage Farrow & Ball co-ordinating shades and refurbished and furnished to a very high standard.
The price includes luxury Egyptian cotton bedlinen, towels, central heating and electric.
The house has full central heating, continuous hot water and 2 log fires if you love the ambience of a real fire.
This gorgeous Lake District holiday house and the large sunny cottage garden are south facing. Thereās also off-road parking for 4 cars.
SITTING ROOM The large sitting room is located on the 1st floor and has large glass doors opening onto the balcony. The balcony is a great place to sit and relax.
This is a gorgeous room that is very light and spacious and has a huge āwow factorā with its huge oak beams, thick stone walls and a roaring log fire.
Thereās sofas and chairs for 8 people and a Samsung Smart TV
The large balcony is a great place to relax and unwind.
KITCHEN The large country style kitchen is fully equipped with everything you will need for luxurious, modern living and entertaining including a microwave, dishwasher, large fridge freezer, crockery, glasses, cutlery, kitchen equipment & utensils for 8 people.
The twin oven Aga range cooker is left on constantly throughout the year providing lovely ambient warmth and the unbeatable taste of Aga cooking.
The open plan kitchen has a breakfast bar, large dining table and 8 chairs and just off the kitchen is the āSnugā seating area with a sofa and coffee table. This is a great area for the kids to get away on their own whilst the rest of the group relax at the other end of the house in the large sitting room.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS Upstairs youāll find 3 bedrooms all located off a lovely large landing with a huge skylight that fills the house with natural light.
The 3 large bedrooms are luxuriously furnished with new beds, mattresses and quality wood furniture.
2 bedrooms have king sized beds and the largest bedroom has a super king sized bed that can be unzipped to make twin beds (please let us know at the time of booking if this is your requirement).
The house has 2 good sized bathrooms, 1 with a large walk-in shower and the 2nd bathroom has a roll top, claw foot, free standing bath.
Luxury Egyptian cotton bed linen and towels are included in the price along with central heating, electric, hot water and free Wi-Fi.
UTILITY ROOM The utility room just off the kitchen houses the washing machine, tumble drier, large fridge freezer and an additional sink. This is also a great boot room and drying room.
THE GARDEN The large, south facing cottage garden has a summer house, a brick built BBQ, plus a table and chairs for 8 people. The peaceful, secluded garden is a wonderful place to dine āal frescoā or just enjoy the peace and quiet of the English Lake District.
GARAGE Guests are welcome to make use of the large, secure garage to store bicycles, canoes and other outdoors equipment.
THE NOOK Included in the price is The Nook, a large, spacious, ground floor apartment that is accessed via a door from the utility room next to the kitchen.
The Nook provides the 4th bedroom and has a lovely open plan design with a king-sized bed, an ensuite shower room with a power shower, toilet and basin.
The Nook also has a fully equipped kitchen, a seating area with a sofa, flat screen TV and a roaring log fire. The French doors offer in lots of light.
The Nook is a great asset to the house as it can be used as private annex if any of your group want a bit of privacy.
The extra kitchen is ideal for large groups and offers a conventional oven for anyone who is not too sure about using the Aga in the main kitchen.
The Nook is not rented out separately. It is included with the rest of the house.
Charcoal House in Low Nibthwaite is the perfect destination for a relaxing, romantic or adventure filled Lake District holiday.
PETS Well behaved dogs are welcome for a charge of £20 for 1 dog or £30 for 2 dogs. Sorry, but we do not allow more than 2 dogs.
Non pet owners can rest assured that we spend this extra money on additional cleaning so that non pet owners wouldnāt know a dog has stayed in Charcoal House.
This is a great area for dogs with plenty of walks from the doorstep. Charcoal House is surrounded by mountains, fells, fields, footpaths, woods and riverside walks where your dog can have a great holiday too.
The large enclosed garden has just had new fencing put up so you can all enjoy the garden together.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Car recommended
Limited on-site parking (max 4 spaces)
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Egyptian cotton sheets
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Stereo
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Single level property
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near the bay
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Spelunking nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Guests are required to take good care of the property and its contents.
The cottage must be left clean and tidy on the day of departure
No parties
Logs for the real fire can be pre-ordered
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 1 dog £20. 2 dogs £30
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Is Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, country house, off-road parking, EV charging pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, country house, off-road parking, EV charging?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, country house, off-road parking, EV charging?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, country house, off-road parking, EV charging?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, country house, off-road parking, EV charging located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Coniston Water and within 9 miles (15 km) of Brantwood and Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway. John Ruskin Museum and Laurel and Hardy Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Reviews
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We had such a great time staying at charcoal house. So cozy and beautifully decorated, the house was immaculate! Location was perfect for walks and local pubs too.
The whole property is as mentioned on the description and perfect for a getaway. It had everything we needed and more. The property was spotless with all appliances functioning properly. Very good location for walks and trips to the caves and lakes in the area. Good neighbours and quite peaceful. Would 100% recommend and visit again.
We stayed for a week in September - the accommodation was lovely and the lounge was splendid. Had a wood burner going a couple of nights and it was lovely and snuggly. Would go back in a heartbeat. Great location too so all pluses. Would be fab for a large group.
This is a beautiful property. It is extremely well-equipped and furnished. All the furnishings are very good quality and the beds, sofas and chairs are very comfortable.
We found it very spacious for our family group of 8, ranging in age from 6 to 70. The garden is separated by a driveway but this was not a problem and, despite not having very good weather, the children still made the most of the lovely garden area.
This is a fantastic house. Cosy, with comfortable beds and lots of space. Simon was so helpful, providing good communication and a great guest pack with a selection of local walks. Also, and crucially, an excellent set of SHARP kitchen knives!
charlie p.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Luke W.
30 Mar 2019
Beautiful Property!
A beautiful place to stay, perfect for all the family!
Excellent property, very nicely maintained, lovely decor and everything was available in the property.
We had a wonderful time there.
Would defo recommend. š
Simon is a great host! His communication and assistance was top notch. Very quick to respond. The house is gorgeous with high end accommodations in a lovely area. We would love to come back!
Wonderful family holiday home in peaceful location
We all thoroughly enjoyed our family stay in this well-equipped, comfortable, spacious and well-designed holiday home for family or friends groups close to the beautiful peaceful southern end of Coniston Water. Good range of local pubs and good provisioning in Ulverston nearby.
Jill L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Robert S.
20 Apr 2017
Beautiful home
Fantastic place to really unwind in a beautiful setting
Fabulous house and location
for all the lakes in the southern part of the district. Well appointed house, with everything you could need in the kitchen.
Lovely weekend with the family in a very well equipped, beautiful house. Just what we needed! Thank you!
Kirsty O.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Matt S.
13 Jan 2017
Has everything you need in a stunning location.
What a fantastic place! There were 7 adults and dog in our party and everyone enjoyed their time there the whole layout is great. we sat around the kitchen table talking and playing games when not out and about seeing the local areas. The ladies loved the Victoria bath, the blokes had no chance, maybe next time. Would recommend staying.
Beautiful house! So much space for us all to get together without being under each others' feet. Really well equipped and so spacious. Great communication with the owner who very promptly deal with a small problem. Lots of great small touches like a games box and walking routes. Couldn't fault it!
We had a fantastic stay at Charcoal House and were really impressed by the property and how well-equipped it was. The Nook is an excellent feature that allows everyone to stay connected but also provides for some independence for members of the group if required. The lounge upstairs is very large and provides lovely views as the sun goes down. The garden was a real bonus (we were lucky to have sunny weather all week) with good outdoor furniture provided. Overall, very impressed and would stay there again.
Charcoal house is gorgeous - spacious, but cosy at the same time. The kitchen was really well equipped which really helps. All the beds were kingsize and one was even bigger, so we slept well!
It rained a fair bit over the weekend, so we didn't see any views, which was a shame, but we enjoyed ourselves despite this. It would have been perfect if the pub had been a bit nearer!
We loved the house it was very spacious with the added bonus of a self contained part of the house which meant my son and his family had their own space. However we were a little disappointed when we arrived as the photos make it look detached and there were houses attached around both corners but not shown on the photos. Also I don't remember reading that the garden was across a small road so we were unable to just let the dog out into the garden. It also stated that Coniston water was half a mile away from the house. This was as the crow flies and not accessible by carThat been said we had an enjoyable stay