Broad How

Summary

Broad How is a large, comfortable, seven-bedroom family house, offering comfortable & spacious self catering accommodation for up to 16 people in Patterdale, at the head of Ullswater.

Accommodation - Sleeps 16

Broad How is an impressive building dating back to the 1830s, it stands in an acre of garden with lawns, shrubs, chairs, benches and a slate table. There is a wild area to explore, with swings; a small play area for younger children, and space in which to run around, when the weather is fine.

Inside, there is plenty to keep you busy on rainy days: a range of toys & games for all ages; hundreds of books, maps and guides; one digital & one acoustic piano and a full-size pool table. We even now have free wi-fi internet access, based in the sitting room but covering most of the house. Phone calls to other landlines are free. Ground floor: Spacious hall with chests, boot-rack, maps and guidebooks.

Large main sitting room with open fire, freeview tv, dvd and stereo. Smaller second sitting room with freeview tv, dvd, PS2, piano & toys. Large, recently refitted dining kitchen with electric Rangemaster, fridge, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave. Shower room with toilet & basin.

Lower ground floor: Cellar room with pub-style pool table (no money required). Third sitting room with digital piano. Small laundry with washing machine, tumble drier and basin. First floor: 7 bedrooms - 2 double with basins, 2 twin, 1 twin plus bunks, 2 single, 2 single folding beds, bathroom with bath, basin, toilet & bidet, bathroom with electric shower over bath, bidet, toilet & basin, separate toilet with basin.

Services

Oil-fired central heating. Open fire. All fuel, power, bed linen (duvets) & towels included. Ample parking for several cars. Cot & Travel cot available (cot bedding included). 2 highchairs. Generous hot water and good drying facilities. Two well-behaved pets accepted. Non smokers only.

Location

The house is ideally situated, between Penrith (15 miles) and Ambleside (12 miles), within sight of Helvellyn and only half a mile from "the loveliest lake in England", with its steamer, boat hire, sailing, rowing & fishing. Broad How is surrounded by the stunning scenery which has inspired (and continues to inspire) many artists and writers.

The village of Patterdale, with its excellent Post Office and general store, pub and hotel, is just 400 yards away. Glenridding - a further mile away - has more shops, bars, restaurants, petrol & a very good Tourist Information Centre.

Rates : From £1300 to £2400 per week depending on season.
Maximum of 16 people. Children are welcome.
No smoking.
2 well-behaved dogs allowed by arrangement.
4 Star Visit England.
Wi-Fi Access.
Off street parking.
Disabled facilities - please enquire for exact details.

Please note that map locations may be approximate.