Yewtree House

About this property

Askham 2.8 miles. Settled on the outskirts of the Lake District National Park in Sockbridge near Askham, Cumbria is this fabulous seven-bedroom abode, Yewtree House. Benefitting from an enclosed decking area with its very own hot tub, an enviable location close to the local amenities and the River Eamont, and en-suite bedrooms, Yewtree House welcomes sixteen guests, perfect for a large family or group of friends seeking to get away from it all. After parking up, take the weight off your feet in the lovely sitting room, ready to click on the Smart TV and catch up on your favourite shows as your other half cooks up a storm in the well-equipped kitchen. Utilise the games room, complete with pool table, air hockey and ping pong for hours of family fun. Settle down in the formal dining room or venture outside where you can savour an alfresco feast, popping corks until sundown and planning your itinerary for the coming days. If it’s some much-needed R&R you’re craving after a long day, escape to one of the charming bedrooms with their own en-suites or indulge a long soak in the family bathroom, before completing your all-important night-time routine and sinking into a sumptuous super-king-size or king-size bed. If you can tear yourself away, begin by exploring all that this stunning region has to offer, known for its picturesque lakes, towering mountains, and miles of countryside, you’ll certainly never be short of activities. Spend the day at Ullswater, where you can try your hand at a range of watersports of enjoy a scenic stroll to discover the uninterrupted beauty of Aira Force Waterfall. Further afield, challenge yourself to summiting one of several beautiful mountains, with Scafell Pike, Helvellyn, Skiddaw and Great Gable to choose from. Travel by car to Lake Windermere, the largest natural lake in England, perfect for boating fishing, swimming, and soaking up panoramic views of the surrounding mountains; nearby you can also visit the Beatrix Potter Museum, as well as the author’s former home at Hill Top, preserved in its original state and giving visitors a glimpse into her life. With the popular towns of Penrith and Askham only paces away, you have everything you could need for an unforgettable holiday in Cumbria. Book a stay at Yewtree House today.

Askham is a village and civil parish resting in the Eden district of Cumbria, England. Seen as one of the most attractive villages in the County of Westmorland and adjoining the River Lowther, this village contains many whitewashed cottages surrounded by rural country fields, making it a peaceful setting for friends, families or couples seeking an escape to the beautiful Lake District National Park. The village itself has a convenience store, as well as a couple of pubs and restaurants for that fine dining experience. A short drive away is the historic and thriving towns of Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere and Keswick, all of which are popular tourist attractions with a range of sites to be seen. Make sure to visit Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum, as well as Lake Windermere for its lakeside walks and watersporting opportunities. A truly delightful rural base, with attractions to suit all ages and tastes.

Accommodation

Seven bedrooms: Ground Floor: Stickle Tarn - King with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.

First Floor: Little Langdale Tarn - Super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), Overwater Tarn - Super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, Watendlath Tarn - Super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, Blea Tarn - Super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), Loughrigg Tarn - Super-king-size (zip/link, can be super-king-size on request), Tarn Hows - King.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Bathroom with bath, separate walk in shower, basin and WC.

Separate downstairs cloakroom with WC and basin.

Dining room
Electric central heating and air source heat pump.

Kitchen: With electric oven, hob, combi microwave/oven/grill, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.

Utility room: With washing machine and tumble dryer.

Games room: With multi-use pool table, air hockey and ping pong table.

Sitting room with Smart TV and DVD player.

Extra living room with Smart TV and DVD player and connections for games consoles with 1x sofa bed.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair available on request.

Off-road parking available for 6 cars and electric car charging point available.

Enclosed rear decking area with 8 seater hot tub, furniture and outdoor shower and garden room with doors leading to decking.

Two well behaved pets welcome.

Additional pets allowed on request at a charge of £30 per pet, not allowed on furniture or in beds.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.3, River Greta 1.5 miles, Derwentwater 2 miles.

Note: No stag/hen or similar.

Note: There is a good housekeeping bond of £500.

Please note: bookings over the Christmas and New Year period must be a minimum of 4 nights and the owner cannot accommodate check in on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day