Grove House

ID: S604854

  • Bedrooms 8
  • ・ Sleeps 16
  • ・ Pets 2

About this property

Nestled in the charming market town of Egremont close to the Lake District National Park in Cumbria is the spectacular Gill Grove. This wonderful, dog-friendly holiday home dates back to the 1880s and benefits from a fabulous location close to the abundance of attractions in the Lake District National Park as well as the Heritage Coast at St Bees, a stunning interior, off-road parking and even a hot tub; the perfect setting for large family gatherings or groups of friends looking to explore the wonders of Cumbria. Cross the threshold into your new home-from-home and head straight into the fully-equipped kitchen where you can help prepare delicious meals that the whole family can enjoy in the formal dining room with enough seats for everyone! On sunny evenings you could even fire up the barbecue and indulge in an alfresco affair before taking advantage of the house’s amenities which include an external games room with pool table, an external bar and a hot tub where you can savour a soothing soak and marvel as the stars fill the sky over Cumbria. On colder nights, gather the family in the welcoming sitting room where the crackling woodburing stove greets you and enjoy a well-earned family film night on the Smart TV before washing off the day’s adventures in either the lower-ground-floor bathroom, the bathroom on the first floor or the shower room on the second. When yawning begins, choose from eight beautifully-appointed bedrooms; there is a super-king-size and two double on the lower-ground-floor, two super-king-sizes completing the first and one double and two twins finishing off the second floor. If you can tear yourself away from this idyllic abode venture into the heart of Egremont where you can stock up on all your self-catering goods or enjoy a much-needed break from the kitchen at O’Hallorans or further afield at The Royal Oak in Beckermet. Alternatively venture to the coast at St Bees where you can roam the golden shores with your canine companion while admiring the spectacular views across the sea, if you're lucky you may even spot local wildlife like Herring Gulls or Razorbills. Outdoor enthusiasts can venture into the Lake District National Park to uncover the abundance of walks, trails and summits including High Stile, Dale Head and Scafell Pike. All this and more awaits at Gill Grove.

West of the Lake District proper, in the Borough of Copeland, you'll find the thriving market town of Egremont. At the base of Dent Fall sits a thriving town whose character hasn't changed much since the early 1300s. At the southern end of the main street, above the river Ehen, are the ruins of the Norman castle. There are a variety of places to worship, buy, eat, and enjoy the arts. Ennerdale Water, located near Cleater, is the most westerly and, arguably, tranquil lake in the National Park.  St. Bees is a picturesque fishing community that serves as the starting point for Wainwright's "Coast to Coast" Walk. It is home to a Norman priory, an Elizabethan public school, a nine-hole golf course, and numerous local watering holes. St. Bees Head, named for the nearby town of the same name, is Cumbria's only stretch of Heritage coastline and a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Walking opportunities abound, both along the clifftops and on the beach below. Further up this stunning coast lies Whitehaven, a sophisticated Georgian port that sits between the shimmering sea and the Lakeland Fells. Explore its beautiful green spaces and visit the Beacon Heritage Centre to learn about the region's rich past. Just over 15 miles away lies Wasdale Head, the starting point for the ascent of Scafel Pike, England's highest peak, and 12 miles away is both Muncaster Castle and the Eskdale and Ravenglass miniature railway. An excellent base from which to explore the western Lake District shoreline.

Accommodation

Set over four floors.

2 x super-king size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x lower ground floor super-king size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 2 x lower ground doubles, 1 x second floor double, 2 x second floor twin.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Second-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Lower-ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Dining room.

Sitting room with woodburning stove.

External games room.

External bar.

Please note the property does not accept stag parties, hen parties or similar
Gas central heating.

Range cooker with oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher.

Smart TVs, WiFi and pool table.

Fuel & power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchairs available on request.

Off-road parking for 6 cars.

Front garden and rear with external games room, bar and hot tub.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Additional dogs allowed on request a charge of 25 per pet.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub 0.4 miles.

Note: Check-in 4:30pm, check-out 9:30am.

Note: Please be respectful of neighbouring properties due to residential location of the property

Reviews (5)

  • Kerry

    Communication before arriving was perfect.

  • Paula

    House is warm and comfortable. There is a shortage of cooking and serving utensils for large numbers wishing to cook big meals like Christmas lunch. The games room has no heating so it's not really viable as a games room in the winter but that meant we used it as a pantry as the fridge is too small for mass catering. A second fridge in the games room would be good for large groups in the summer. The dishwasher cutlery basket need replacing - it's got holes in the bottom which allow the cutlery to fall through and prevent the bottom water jet boom from spinning. The water pressure in the shower downstairs is low and the temperature control is not very easy to use.

  • Dawn

    The property is beautiful but there was a few maintenance issues that need addressing door handles missing or broken which led to getting stuck in a bathroom there is no security lights around the property and this then meant the hot tub and outside area cannot be used when dark which at this time of year is around 3-4pm

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