About this property
High Mill House is a large and charming abode settled into the rural outskirts of the bustling town of Penrith. Close to a river and nestled between the incredible Lake District National Park and the North Pennines National Landscape, this abode is ideal for those seeking a rural retreat to the stunning scenery of Cumbria. This detached period property is a renovated mill overlooking the river and countryside, and welcomes you with handy off-road parking. Upon entering this spacious abode, discover a kitchen/diner with plenty of room to cook together, ample amenities set into tasteful furniture, and a dining table for hearty mealtimes.
There is a conservatory sitting room, a space filled with natural light and encompassing the wonderful rural views out across the garden, making this a dreamy spot for morning coffee as you plan the day's adventures. When the sun is shining, throw open the glass double doors and head out into the garden, where a raised terrace houses a sitting area and boasts fantastic views of the river and countryside beyond. Here guests can dine alfresco with the sounds of birdsong and the river rushing by, or picnic on the lawn below. Set over three floors, the first of the bedrooms can be found on the first floor, a king-size and double, spacious and with the added bonus of an en-suite.
Two more bedrooms, serviced by a sleek bathroom, rest on the second floor and house family layouts; bedroom one is a twin room with a double and single bed, whilst the second bedroom is a twin double sleeping four. Penrith is a delightful town with pubs, shops, and eateries to be enjoyed at your leisure. The town also houses historic sites including King Arthur's Round Table and Penrith Castle. From the property you will find rural walks and riverside views, as well as easy access to the North Pennines National Landscape. The Lake District National Park is within easy reach, where there are many increadible hikes, leasurely walks and scenic lakes close by.
Walks include those at Scafell Pike, Helvellyn, Aira Force, Skiddaw and Cross Fell, with views across the mountains and lakes sure to impress. Watersports and wild swimming is available at Ullswater, the Bassenthwaite Lake National Nature Reserve, and Derwentwater, with lakeside views from Friars Crag. In this truly incredible park of the country, indulge in the Beauty of Cumbria and the Lake District National Park with a stay at High Mill House.
The bustling market town of Penrith, once the capital of Cumbria, enjoys a central position between the Lake District, the Westmoorland Dales and North Pennines and is ideally placed for taking in all that the region has to offer. Renowned for its wealth of specialist shops, the sandstone buildings of Penrith hide intriguing yards, lanes and alleyways, with a myriad of attractive cottages, gardens and little shops. With a wide choice of excellent pubs, hotels, restaurants and entertainment, Penrith also offers a museum, and Millennium Trails round the historic city streets. Within easy reach of the town is Rheged – an innovative visitor centre with shops, restaurants, exhibitions and a giant cinema screen showing educational and informative films. Brougham Castle, Brougham Hall (The Windsor of the North), Lowther Castle and Gardens, Long Meg and her daughters (the 3rd largest stone circle in England) and the historic city of Carlisle are all a short drive away, as is the stunning scenery of both the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales.
Accommodation
Set over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x second-floor family room with one king size and one single bed, 1 x second-floor twin double room (sleeping four), 1 x super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x king size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Conservatory and large sitting room
Central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.
Off-road parking for 2 cars plus roadside parking on a first-come, first-served basis.
Rear enclosed patio with furniture plus rear non-enclosed lawn with river.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.7 miles, pub 0.5 miles, river 0.1 miles