Situated exactly 1 mile from Patterdale, at the southern end of Ullswater, is the gorgeous rural hamlet of Bridgend. Here, nestled amongst the traditional stone-built buildings and barns, is Brookside, a newly refurbished two-bedroom chocolate-box cottage complete with a pretty garden and parking for two cars.
What to do first? Maybe relax in the garden admiring the views across farmland to the fells beyond, or better yet, take to the fells! There are several walking routes of varying difficulties right from the doorstep, including St Sunday Crag, Fairfield, and Helvellyn, to name just a few. Not ready for the outdoors just yet? Make a brew and sit back in the open plan lounge / kitchen area and gaze through the bay window at the view - perhaps light the logburner and sink deeper into the comfy sofa as your holiday begins.
Arranged all on level, Brookside has a simple layout with an open plan kitchen / lounge / dining area, two smart and cosy bedrooms (one double and one twin) and the house bathroom. An eco-friendly air source heat pump keeps the house nice and warm at a steady temperature, but you can of course also enjoy the lovely ambience of a real fire in the logburner.
To the side of the property, there is a lawned area adjacent to the small stream which runs through the garden. Round to the front of the property and you will find the good-sized patio and the bonus of a charcoal barbecue. Imagine sitting out here with a delicious barbecue and something cold and refreshing as you enjoy the panorama of mountain views.
We are sure this property is going to prove very popular, so we suggest booking early for your chosen dates.
ACCOMMODATION SUMMARY:
All Ground Floor:
Entrance Hallway with hooks for coats
Living Room / Kitchen - Open plan layout.
Kitchen: There is plenty of cupboard space, a 4-plate induction hob with integrated extractor logburning stove, a separate oven and grill, a fridge (freezer in outbuilding), a dishwasher, washing machine, a microwave, a 4-slice toaster, a kettle, a Nespresso Magimix coffee machine (dolce pods) with milk frother, a washing machine, and plenty of Tefal pots, pans, crockery, cutlery, and children's dinnerware.
Living: Two-seat sofa and an armchair, dining table with two chairs and two bench seats, selection of books and a Samsung Picture Frame smart TV with streaming services (own accounts required).
Bedroom 1 - Dual-aspect windows with views of Place Fell, a double bed, fitted wardrobes, bedside cabinets with touch lamps and a chest of drawers.
Bedroom 2 - Twin with two 2"6' single beds, shared bedside table with lamp, free-standing wardrobe with drawers.
Bathroom - Shower over the bath, with a rain head and hand-held head, toilet, basin, heated towel rail and illuminating mirror.
Outside:
Gravel parking area on the side of the property - space for two cars.
There is a small seating area to the side of the house. There is also a picnic table, bench, and firepit with barbecue on the lower patio, along with a lawned area.
Outbuilding (opposite Brookside's entrance door):
There is a freezer and a space to store bicycles or outdoor gear.
THINGS TO NOTE:
The cottages offer dedicated parking for two cars.
Charging electric vehicles is strictly forbidden due to the limited power supply to the property.
Eco-friendly air-source heat pump provides the central heating throughout.
A starter supply of logs and kindling for the logburning stove, usually sufficient for the first night is supplied. Charcoal supplies are usually available from the convenience store in Glenridding.
FTTP Broadband offers speeds up to 500Mb download and 100Mb upload.
The smart TV offers various streaming services, but you must log in with your account details to use them.
Smoking, including vaping and e-cigarettes, is not permitted indoors.
Hairdryers are in both bedrooms.
A clothes airer is available to dry clothes. This is found in the secondary bedroom by the cupboard.
A travel cot & high chair on request. Please notify us when you book.
A welcome pack to include fresh milk, a loaf of bread and other items, subject to availability, is provided,
One dog is permitted at a charge of £20.
Dogs must not be left unattended at the property.
A wire fence encloses the outside area but is not escape-proof for adventurous dogs.
Dogs must not be permitted on the furniture or beds.
