The Old Chapel

ID: S81437

  • Bedrooms 4
  • ・ Sleeps 8
  • ・ Pets 2

About this property

This exceptional chapel is situated in the hamlet of Spark Bridge in the south lakes just four miles from Coniston. Located in an elevated position it has views towards the fell and beautiful surrounding countryside. On entering this unique accommodation through the old chapel doors you will see the tremendous height and vaulted ceiling, beams and the glass fronted mezzanine which is a bedroom suite area. On this ground floor there is a beautifully appointed seating area with sumptuous settees and open plan living with dining area with all the original church leaded windows. The well-equipped quality kitchen is open plan contemporary style with granite surfaces and this complements the wonderful character features of the leaded windows,vaulted beamed ceilings, original wooden floors. There are also Juliet balconies from some of the original church windows. Down stairs there are three fabulous bedrooms all with generous en suites and all have baths and showers and views to the garden or surrounding countryside, two have original doors leading to the garden. This beautiful accommodation is suitable for family and friends wishing to holiday in this unique character luxury accommodation whilst being in a superb area for exploring this wonderful area. The wonderful open plan spacious living space with dining area and kitchen also has a cosy reception snug/ study room with TV and settee and generous utility room with dog beds and washer /dryer. Outside there is garden to all sides so step out for an enjoyable morning drink in the terraced garden on the patio seating area or enjoy a drink after the day's activities. With Coniston just four miles away ideally positioned to explore the lakeland village, hike and enjoy water activities on the lake. You are just a few miles from Grizedale Forest with its array of cycle paths and tree top adventure. Within 15 mins you are also at the tip of Lake Windermere at Newby Bridge where you enjoy a trip from Haverthwaite by steam train to the tip of Windermere Lake where you can embark on a Lakeland cruise and see this breath taking area from the water to Bowness and Ambleside .Also just 20 mins drive is the pretty village of Cartmel with the ancient 12th century priory, home also to the UK ‘s smallest race course which has meets throughout the summer and the Michelin L'enclume restaurant as well as artisan food shops, cafes and vintage shops. At the end of the day return to your wonderful welcoming accommodation which is ideal for your lake district holiday exploration whilst also offering you beautiful unique accommodation for rest and relaxation year round.

Spark Bridge has two pubs, the Farmers Arms and Royal Oak, both offering good food. A couple of miles away is the village of Greenodd, which has a selection of shops and a pub, whilst just five miles away is the ancient market town of Ulverston. Ulverston is famous for its street markets and festivals, and boasts a wide range of shops, pubs and leisure facilities.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Four Bedrooms: 1 x first floor mezzanine level bedroom with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x lower ground floor king-size double with en-suite with free-standing bath, separate shower, basin and WC, 1 x lower ground floor king-size double with en-suite bath, shower over ,basin and WC, 1 x lower ground floor twin with en-suite bath, shower over.

Ground floor basin and WC.

Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric woodburner effect fire.

Utility.

Oil central heating with electric woodburner effect fire.

Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dryer, dishwasher, additional fridge and electric airer in the utility room.

2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot, highchair and stairgates.

Off road parking for 3 cars.

Enclosed gravelled garden with terrace, patio, and furniture.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry no smoking.

Shop 4 miles, pub/restaurant 5 mins walk.

Note: From terrace to side door there are twelve steps and steep banks.

Note: There are steps in the garden between the various levels of patio and terrace, as well as a fenced drop, and there is steep grass area at the side of chapel, care should be taken.

Reviews (26)

  • Debbie

    Important to us as we work from home and needed to be able to access it but couldn’t.

  • Gillian

    The flies in the upper bedroom are bad, can't open windows as let's more in. Getting dive bombed while sleeping isn't Mt idea of a restful stay. No measuring jug. Lovely and quiet, Shame the local pubs weren't open more. Could do with bigger freezer, ( 2 fridges are great) electric airer was good.

  • James

    The kitchen was well equipped with plenty of pans and serving dishes . The lounge area is open plan large and spacious with the high vaulted ceiling with large windows with makes it light and airy. The location is excellent with fantastic views in every direction plenty of animals roaming around the area . Socially a few minutes walk away is a community pub offering good quality food and entertainment. These are not complaints below just suggestions One of the guest was wishing that some of the original features were still visible either as photos on the walls or in a book to read to see how it had been changed . One couple who were in the mezzanine would have liked modesty screen on the glass as it was open and they always got up first. But overall an excellent stay and would happily go back.

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