Little Eden Matterdale End | Penrith
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Little Eden Matterdale End | Penrith LAKELAND HOLIDAY RETREAT Little Eden Set on the hillside above Matterdale End in the idyllic Matterdale Valley surrounded by dramatic Lakeland fells A unique and charming one bedroom holiday retreat in a Lakeland barn conversion development, elevated above the Hamlet of Matterdale End with magnificent views across the Matterdale Valley to the Ullswater fells. Little Eden is an ideal holiday cottage or second home, with fell walks on the doorstep and lake Ullswater just a short drive away. Little Eden is one of three holiday cottages in the Bank House Barn development, set around a cobbled courtyard overlooking the valley. Originally a Lakeland farm barn, it has been converted into individual dwellings, with Little Eden being set on the ground floor. From the courtyard a stable door leads into the open plan living space with entrance hall area. This spacious room has a fitted kitchen with built in oven and breakfast bar, with the living area having exposed beams and superb views across the valley to Great Meldrum and Gowbarrow Fell. At the rear of the property is a good sized bedroom with views onto the courtyard and bathroom with shower over bath. The cottage has a designated parking space in the courtyard and an outdoor seating area to sit and enjoy the surrounding views. The development is surrounded by fields and open countryside with direct access onto the fell-side. The property is presently a holiday let and can also serve as a main residence or second home. 4 5 6 7 Local Area Guide Little Eden cottage is set on a peaceful, elevated barn conversion development on the fell side above the hamlet of Matterdale End, with exceptional views across the Matterdale Valley towards the Ullswater fells. This idyllic valley offers breathtaking scenery and a wealth of Food & Drink outdoor pursuits, including hiking, cycling and horse riding. Ullswater is a short distance away with a number of marinas, yachts clubs and Spoiled for Choice Ullwater ‘Steamer’ boats for leisure time on the lake. There is an excellent choice of lakeside hotels with restaurants and Enjoy local ales and food in leisure facilities, with a number of traditional inns nearby in Dockray and a traditional Lakeland Inn. Troutbeck. Matterdale End is ideally located between Ullswater and the The Troutbeck Inn or The Royal Hotel in Dockray are A66, which offers easy access to the M6 and the market towns of Keswick both nearby or treat and Penrith, with West Coast Main Line train station. yourself to afternoon tea at a lakeside hotel 8 1 Leisure time... 1 Visit Aira Force - a beautiful waterfall just a few miles away, set amongst ancient woodland 2 Cruise the lake 2 aboard a Victorian Ullswater 'steamer' www.ullswater- steamers.co.uk 3 Get active and enjoy the surrounding fells on bike, horse or foot - Matterdale Common, Great Mell Fell, Gowbarrow Fell and Blencathra are all nearby 3 9 Rail journeys Based on approximate direct train further info journey durations from Penrith North Lakes. Train service durations vary, check nationalrail.co.uk for further details. On the road Journey times and mileages 15m Carlisle are for approximate guidance Penrith - 11 miles, 14 min only and have been sourced from the fastest suggested 1h 45m Edinburgh Keswick - 11 miles, 15 min route on Google Maps from Ullswater - 3 miles, 8 min the property postcode. 1h 30m Glasgow Central A66 - 2.8 miles, 8 min M6 Junction 40 - 5 miles, 9 min 1h 39m Manchester Newcastle Airport - 73 miles, 1.5hr 3h 10m London Euston Services - Mains electricity & water - LPG central heating - Septic tank drainage Council Tax band: Business rated Getting to Little Eden From Penrith and M6 J40 follow the A66 to Keswick and after around 7 miles turn left at the Troutbeck junction onto the A5091. Follow the road for around 2.5 miles to Matterdale End. As you pass the village signpost go through an S bend and take the next right (signposted a dead end). Follow the road up the hill and the Bank House Barn development is at the top. Address: Little Eden, Matterdale End, Penrith, CA11 0LF To view: Strictly by appointment only with Fine & Country Telephone 01768 869007 or email [email protected] 10 Measured floor plans Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and for general guidance only and while every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included in the property. For a free valuation Telephone 01768 869007 or email [email protected] 11 Fine & Country Tel 00 (44) 1768 869007 [email protected] 1 Little Dockray, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7HL.