The Bothy Watermillock, The Lake District National Park
The Bothy A beautiful three bedroom lakeside retreat with magnificent views
The Bothy The Bothy is a truly magnificent three storey residence which lies above the western shores of Ullswater with breathtaking panoramic lake and surrounding fell views. Approached by a private shared driveway, the accommodation offers luxurious, spacious living, designed to take full advantage of the fabulous views. This beautiful lakeside retreat is perfectly located to enjoy what the Lake District National Park has to offer. This contemporary property of traditional looks was built in 2009, designed by its current owner to be in keeping with the architectural style of the surrounding area, using high quality local craftsmen, and slate and sandstone from Cumbrian quarries. Superb open planning living is at the heart of the home, offering stylish entertaining spaces, with three ensuite bedrooms. It is all constructed to an enviable specification. The property is located in Wreay Mansions which is on the outskirts of the lakeside village of Watermillock, occupying a highly desirable elevated site, with uninterrupted south facing views of Ullswater. The area offers an idyllic lifestyle with a wealth of iconic fells and walks on the doorstep.
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KEY FEATURES Location and General • • • • •
Within the Lake District National Park Exceptional views of Ullswater and surrounding fells Contemporary living space with beautiful features Highly desirable location Successful existing high end holiday letting
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Rear entrance into a spacious utility space complete with storage units and granite worktop Exceptional dining kitchen with bespoke fitted cabinetry complete with granite worktop and full height ceilings Magnificent living/dining room with panoramic south facing views over to the lake and surrounding fells Spiral sandstone staircase leads up to a further living space, complete with gas fire Master bedroom with marble ensuite bathroom Two double bedrooms all with beautiful ensuite shower rooms Cloakroom
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Private parking for two cars Wreay Mansions shared south facing lawned garden
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Local Area Guide
Watermillock
Wreay Mansions is located on the outskirts of the lakeside village of Watermillock, occupying a highly desirable elevated site, with uninterrupted south facing views of Ullswater. The area offers an idyllic lifestyle with a wealth of iconic fells and walks on the doorstep. Ullswater is a short distance from the mansion, with a number of marinas and yacht clubs, as well as the Ullswater ‘Steamers’ for lake cruises. There are numerous well reputed lakeside hotels for dining and leisure facilities nearby, including Leeming House and the stylish Another Place hotel. The lake road provides scenic connections to nearby shops and schools with the market town of Penrith and the M6 motorway offering excellent national road and rail links.
FOOD & DRINK Enjoy a meal or drink at Leeming House or at the stylish new Another Place lakeside hotel. The iconic Sharrow Bay hotel is across the lake and there are many more great places to eat and drink in Pooley Bridge, Glenridding and Penrith.
Ullswater
Pooley Bridge…This iconic lakeside village is only a few
Wreay Mansions overlooks the stunning lake Ullswater - England's second largest lake, which is surrounded by some of the finest fells in the Lake District. Explore the lake by boat or relax and enjoy a picnic or bbq on the lake shore. If you’re feeling energetic hike the Ullswater Way - a 20 mile walking route around the lake.
miles away and has an excellent selection of shops and places to eat and drink. Catch a ‘steamer’ from the pier or enjoy a walk up Askham Fell or Dunmallard Hill. Page 15 of 20
Floor Plans Not to Scale
Ground Floor Approx. 63.4 m² 682.5 ft.²)
First Floor Approx. 63.6 m² 684.3 ft.²)
Floor Plans Not to Scale
Second Floor Approx. 46.3 m² (498.2 ft.²)
further info
Rail journeys Based on approximate direct train journey durations from Penrith North Lakes. Train service durations vary, check nationalrail.co.uk for further details.
Services Mains electricity and water Oil central heating
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Carlisle
On the road Pooley Bridge - 2.2 miles, 5 min Glenridding - 7 miles, 13 min Penrith - 7 miles, 14 min A66 - 5.4 miles, 10 min M6 J40 - 6.3 mile,s 11 min Newcastle Airport - 78 miles, 1.5 hr The above journey times and mileages are for approximate guidance only and have been sourced from the fastest suggested route on Google Maps from the property postcode.
Shared septic tank drainage
Council Tax : Band D 1h 30
Glasgow
1h 40
Manchester
1h 45
Edinburgh
3h 15
London
Getting to The Bothy To view:
Address The Bothy, Watermillock, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0LT
Strictly by appointment only with Fine & Country Telephone 01768 869007 Email northlakes@fineandcountry.com
Directions: From Penrith, take the A66, heading towards Keswick. At the Rheged roundabout take the 2nd left, heading for Ullswater. Follow the road along until you come to the T junction at the lake. Turn right follow the road along to Watermillock. Turn right at the Brackenrigg Inn and the entrance to Wreay Mansions is the first on the right.
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Agents Notes All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the number below.
Fine & Country North Cumbria T 00(44)1768 869007 or 00(44)1228 583109 E cumbria@fineandcountry.com 1 Little Dockray, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 7HL 50 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1DN