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The Gatehouse

(Ref. 1169248)

Levens, Cumbria Show on map

Sykes rating

  • 10 Guests

  • 5 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

This property is part of the Lakelovers collection.
We have properties to suit every occasion throughout the southern and central Lake District including; Ambleside Cottages, Bowness Cottages, Coniston Cottages, Grasmere Cottages, Hawkshead Cottages, Lakeside Cottages, Langdale Cottages, Troutbeck Cottages, Ulswater Cottages, Windermere Cottages and smaller hamlets between, which although seldom heard of are none the less equally wonderful. With hundreds of properties available, Lakelovers are sure to have a property to meet your needs.

Summary

  • Single-storey
  • Five bedrooms: 2 x super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x super-king-size (all 3 of these bedrooms can be twin on request), 2 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Cloakroom with WC and basin
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Utility with WC and basin
  • Underfloor heating
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, 2 x fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, wine chiller
  • Piano, Smart TV, and WiFi
  • Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and travel cot available on request
  • Private driveway for 5 cars
  • Non-enclosed garden with decking, picnic benches, lawn, and patio
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 2 miles, pub 0.9 miles

The property

The Gatehouse is a superb, five-bedroom holiday home nestled in the quaint village of Levens in Cumbria.

Perfectly situated close to the breath-taking Lake District National Park, this fabulous abode boasts a private driveway for up to 5 cars, a spacious garden, and a great location just a short drive from the nearest shop and only a 150 yard walk to The Villa Levens a 2 AA Rosette Restaurant and Bar, making an idyllic base for families, friends, or sharing couples alike seeking a refreshing, self-catered getaway.

Enter your new home-from-home, where you'll discover a collection of elegant, well-appointed living spaces.

Make the most of the tastefully laid out open-plan living space, where a fully-equipped kitchen, dining area, and sitting area await; a truly fantastic hub perfect for preparing and savouring home-cooked dinners, as well as enjoying movie nights on the Smart TV with your loved ones.

When sleep finally calls, head to one of five plush bedrooms, three of which include an impressive super-king bed (can be twins on request), two of which have accompanying en-suite shower rooms.

The other two bedrooms have twin beds.

Start each day by sitting on one of the picnic benches with a coffee in the garden before you head out to explore what your local area has in store.

Set out on foot to soak in the tranquillity of Levens, a peaceful village home to a village store selling homely essentials, and the Gilpin Bridge Inn, a pub serving traditional pub fare for when you fancy a break from cooking.

Take a brief car trip to the bustling town of Kendal, a popular tourist destination home to the Kendal Golf Club, the magnificent Abbot Hall, and the historic site of Kendal Castle.

The Lake District is home to some of the most beautiful landscapes in the UK, with its lush meadows, imposing mountain ranges, and crystal-clear lakes.

Enjoy a day on the banks of Windermere, before you visit other famous attractions such as the National Trust spot of Hill Top, The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, or simply enjoy a hike up to the scenic point of Queen Adelaide's Hill.

Whatever you get up to during your next stay in Cumbria, do it from The Gatehouse.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

Where you’ll be staying

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LEVENS

Kendal 5 miles; Windermere 16 miles.

Levens is a small traditional Cumbrian village set on a high promontory in beautiful countryside and ideally placed for exploring the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. The village has a lovely old church, general store/newsagent and a pub. With excellent views of the southern fells across the Lyth Valley and the River Kent which flows below the village, Levens consists of a huddle of fine, stone-built traditional houses, cottages and barn conversions surrounded by unspoilt countryside, with varied flora and fauna and a nature reserve providing beautiful walking country. Both Sizergh Castle and Levens Hall, with its superb topiary garden, are nearby, as are limestone escarpments for easy walking, offering thrilling views of the Lakeland Mountains, the Howgills and Morecambe Bay. Nearby Kendal is ideally placed for exploring South Lakeland, the Yorkshire Dales and beyond. With other attractions such as Kendal Museum and the Museum of Lakeland Life, Lake Windermere and the wider National Park within easy reach, Levens provides a superb base for a relaxing break.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
Flexible cancellation terms

If you cancel before 12 noon , get all of your money back:

  • Rent
  • Extras
  • Fees

excluding the Flexible Cancellation fee and any insurance premium.

There are a small number of circumstances where you can’t use Flexible Cancellation. See the Flexible Cancellation Terms that apply.