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Gorgeous country house close to the shores of Coniston Water

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Pool
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, iron/ironing board, travel cot
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8220 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Gorgeous country house close to the shores of Coniston Water

Please note that we only rent out Charcoal House for the following options:-

1. Full week from a Monday or Friday.
3. 3 night weekend of Friday to Monday.
4. 4 night mid-week break of Monday to Friday.

Charcoal House is a gorgeous large country house with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The house is located just half a 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. There’s also off-road parking for 4 cars.

SITTING ROOM
The large sitting room is located on the 1st floor to take advantage of the good views and the balcony.

This is a gorgeous room that is very light and spacious and has a huge ‘wow factor’ with its huge oak beams, thick stone walls and a roaring log fire.

There’s sofas and chairs for 8 people, a top of the range Samsung Smart TV

The large balcony looks across to the Lake District fells and is a wonderful place to relax with the gentle sound of the river Crayke below. In the distance you can see ‘The Old Man of Coniston’, England’s highest most southerly mountain.

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 ‘Snug’ 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 you’ll 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 ‘al fresco’ or just enjoy the peace and quiet of the English Lake District with the gentle sound of the River Crake in the valley below.

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 wouldn’t 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 manager

Simon Cleasby

Languages

English

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

  • 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

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,368 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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

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

Property is also known as

House
Gorgeous Country House Close to the Shores of Coniston Water

About the area

Map
Near Coniston Water, ENG

What's nearby

  • Coniston Water - 12 min drive
  • Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing - 16 min drive
  • Lake Windermere - 19 min drive
  • Cartmel Racecourse - 23 min drive
  • Old Man of Coniston - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Foxfield Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Swan Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Anglers Arms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blacksmiths Arms - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Square Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Wilson Arms - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous country house close to the shores of Coniston Water pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Gorgeous country house close to the shores of Coniston Water?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous country house close to the shores of Coniston Water?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous country house close to the shores of Coniston Water located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Coniston Water, Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway and Go Ape Grizedale. Tarn Hows and Grizedale Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Gorgeous country house close to the shores of Coniston Water Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Holiday
The property was beautiful and in a lovely location. We'd definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aban L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short stay
Excellent property, very nicely maintained, lovely decor and everything was available in the property. We had a wonderful time there. Would defo recommend. 👍
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mhairi Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful stay
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness
Review of Charcoal House
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous would highly recommend
We felt at home the moment we arrived. Even better in reality than in the photos (which are good) . Lovely aga warmed kitchen. Delightful garden. Living room was a wow and so comfy. Beautiful views from the bedrooms. Very quiet situation and near to so much. Recommend the Manor House to have dinner and Swallows & Amazons cafe just up the road ((by car) to just hang out and take in the stunning views (and lunch) . Will definitely be telling my friends and family to stay at Charcoal House.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful property with plenty of space for us all.
We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty Dunn

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning house and perfect family get together
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!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family break
Fantastic House with everything you need, quite location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend
Lovely weekend with the family in a very well equipped, beautiful house. Just what we needed! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful top class property
The cottage was spotless, beautifully decorated and furnished and extremely comfortable and well equipped. The attention to detail was excellent and we genuinely couldn’t fault it. We had a wonderful stay for my sons 21st - a real family break.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M., Liverpool, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic house
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

marrie h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Chill out time.
We all had a lovely time away and stay in Charcoal House. Just what we all needed to chill out after this last 18 months .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent property
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

jane b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay
The property is beautiful and plenty of space for everyone. The local walks are lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Twiggy et Cecile M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm and Comfortable Charcoal House
We were three couples of retired, old friends who get together once a year. Charcoal House was just right for our needs. A warm and inviting home from home. Well equipped for storing food and cooking meals. Nice big comfortable beds and three bath/shower rooms. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chill swim team at Charcoal house
Comfortable relaxing great place for our three generations and dog 😊😊
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Jayne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
The only thing we can complain about was the location in proximity to other towns, but that was down to us not appreciating the Lake District roads. The property itself was everything we wanted and expected. Only downside, garden was across the shared driveway, although no-one was overlooking. Loved using the permanently on AGA cooker!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness
COMMENTS
Nice property, well decorated and pleasant furnishings. Had asked twice for the king sized bed to be set up as two singles on our arrival, WAS NOT DONE, also there was no bath towels for the Nook. Gripper strip outside the shower room, nails protruding through the carpet. Quite a big crack above the doors leading out to the balcony, a small amount of plaster and debris fell from it on two occasions. I felt that for the money that we paid , we should not have been asked to strip the beds in departure. We did find some dog hairs in the property.

10/10 Excellent

margaret c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Charming and comfortable home in beautiful setting. Simon was both helpful and prompt in communication. Americans beware that a UK king bed is considerably smaller than US king bed and the Aga stove keeps the downstairs a bit too warm in summer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hardman J.

Lovely for a family holiday
Gorgeous house, tastefully decorated, very spacious and perfect for a family break. Quiet location close to Conniston Water.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Fantastic, high quality house
We had a great time. The house was very comfortable and in a really nice spot, close to Coniston and Ulverston, with lots of good places to eat and walk.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Martin B.

Great family house
Beautiful, well equipped property, which proved ideal for celebrating our son’s 30th birthday.

10/10 Excellent

Luke W.

Beautiful Property!
A beautiful place to stay, perfect for all the family!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019