About this property
Shap 5.5 miles. High Wood Foot is a delightful cottage situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park, near the village of Bampton, Cumbria. With off-road parking for three cars, a Smart TV, bubbling hot tub and welcoming two well-behaved dogs, this charming retreat is perfect for families or friends seeking a serene countryside escape. Drive up the country lane and park outside this homely farmhouse. As you enter into the property, you can take in the character of the space with exposed oak beams as the warmth of the underfloor heating welcomes you. Make your way through to find the spacious kitchen/diner, fully-equipped for all your culinary needs. Here, you can gather around the dining table and enjoy home-cooked meals whilst taking in the stunning views of the garden and surrounding countryside. Adjacent to the kitchen, the sitting room offers a warm retreat, complete with a decorative woodburning stove and a mounted Smart TV, perfect for those cosy evenings and a family movie night. The property boasts four beautifully decorated bedrooms, each offering a unique view of the surrounding area. The super-king-size bedroom, with its own en-suite featuring a walk-in shower, basin and WC, offers an elegant space to unwind, with views of the garden and the countryside. The king-size bedroom and double bedroom also offer delightful views from their windows, whilst the triple bedroom provides ample space for additional guests, however there is a low ceiling above one bed. The family bathroom, complete with a bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC, provides a sleek and stylish space to freshen up after a day of exploring. For your entertainment, the property features a games area complete with table football, as well as a bar area, games and puzzles perfect for evenings in. Outside, the garden is a haven of calm, complete with a hot tub, perfect for soaking under the stars. With ample seating, it's the ideal spot for alfresco dining or simply enjoying the quiet of the countryside. The delights of the Lake District National Park await at High Wood Foot; spanning 912 square miles of incredible landscape, you will be sure to find a path to enjoy with your four-legged companion or slap on your wetsuit for some watersports - paddleboards available for hire on request. Sample the famous Grasmere Gingerbread, sure to become your favourite sweet treat, whilst exploring the beautifully romantic village of Grasmere. Lovers of intrigue are urged to visit Puzzling Place, a quirky museum in Keswick full of optical illusions that will astound all ages. Speaking of Keswick, the town is also a great spot for active guests; test your climbing skills at the Keswick Climbing Wall or venture out to Rookery Woods for an adrenaline-filled day out in nature. However you choose to spend your holiday, High Wood Foot makes for an intimate base to return to.
Askham is a small rural Nottinghamshire village just off the A57 and close to the A1. The village has a pub. Sherwood Forest is just 11 miles away, with the Robin Hood visitors centre providing wonderful woodland walks including to the renowned Major Oak tree, with picnic areas also available. The National Trust's Clumber Park has 3,800 acres of spectacular scenery where you can walk or cycle, gardens, and a lake with 200 species of birds. The Wetlands Waterfowl Reserve is seven miles away with 32 acres of fishing lakes and woodland, along with an exotic birds sanctuary and animals. The area offers galleries and museums, while the Roman city of Lincoln, 17 miles away, has a cathedral and castle, and historic Newark, 15 miles away, has two castles, frequent antiques fairs, a fine Georgian market square and a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with en-suite with walk-in shower and basin and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x double, 1 x triple (sloping ceiling above 1 bed).
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Utility with dog wash, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove for decorative purposes only.
Games area.
Shared utility room with washing machine, dryer and drying room.
Underfloor heating.
Oven, hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, kettle.
Smart TV, selection of games, WiFi.
Fuel, power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Garden with hot tub.
Two well-behaved dogs allowed.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.2 miles, lake and river 0.2 miles.
Note : Shared EV charger - there is a charge for this payable directly to the owner, please book with him.
Note: This property offers minimum 3 night bookings only.
Note - The property can only accept 7 night bookings between 14th March and 2nd May each year.
Property can sleep 9, but 1 bed has very low sloping ceiling in the triple room.