New Lodge

New Lodge was originally the gate house for Leeming House, dating back to the early 1900s and situated in a stunning location with outstanding views over Lake Ullswater. The space New Lodge was originally the gate house for Leeming House, dating back to the early 1900s and situated in a stunning location with outstanding views over Lake Ullswater. This luxurious lakeside lodge benefits from a stunning architecturally designed extension incorporating large areas of glass allowing you to enjoy the panoramic views of the lake, Barton Fell and Haling Fell from numerous levels within the house. To take full advantage of lakeside living, the house has its own private shore line and a small jetty at the end of the lawn, this is a wonderfully unique property. The ground floor of this fabulous three-story property consists of a large entrance hall and a modern wet room. The stylish oak and glazed staircase takes you up to the spacious and bright, contemporary open-plan main living level on the first floor. The shaker style kitchen features built-in appliances and a double ceramic sink. The central island provides breakfast bar seating which is perfectly positioned to take advantage of the stunning views while you cook or entertain. To the front of the kitchen is the large living area with a wood burning stove, comfy seating and show-stopping double height windows framing the views, and a door out to the wonderful balcony patio for dining alfresco and drinking in the views. A family bathroom and three of the five bedrooms are on this level, two of which have super-king size zip and link beds with the option of twin singles if required; and a king-size bedroom. Further up to the second floor, the generous mezzanine landing space leads through glazed doors to the impressive principle suite with a super-king size bed, walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom. A separate single bedroom is suitable for children wishing to be close to parents, making this level perfect for families. Through this you can access the games/TV room. In the hamlet of Watermillock you will discover two super pubs including Another Place (which has a number of water sports and a lovely restaurant) and the Brackenrigg Inn, both of which serve excellent food. Within three miles you will also find a convenience store and post office in the village of Pooley Bridge, along with a number of pubs and a lovely restaurant, 1863. In close proximity there are also a wealth of renowned restaurants as well as some lovely pubs, local farm shops, market town butchers and bakers. The property is an excellent base for exploring Cumbria's Michelin Star dining scene. With the closest Michelin Star restaurant being Askham Hall, just under 7 miles away. This superb position is perfect for exploring the northern parts of the Lake District National Park. Right from the front door you can enjoy an abundance of lovely walks while the surrounding areas allows you to try a huge variety of other outdoor pursuits such as cycling, horse riding, sailing, kayaking, golf and fishing. Additional Information: Whilst the property has five bedrooms, please note the maximum occupancy is eight guests. Sorry, no pets. Children and infants welcome. Two travel cots and a high chair are available on request. Accommodation set out over three floors. The wood burning stove in bedroom two is not in use. Spectacular, panoramic views overlooking Lake Ullswater and the surrounding fells. Large garden leading to a private lake shore and jetty. Although the shore line is fenced off, please ensure children are supervised at all times. Guest access Whilst the property has five bedrooms, please note the maximum occupancy is eight guests. Ground Floor: Entrance porch A large entrance porch with an outside storage room for bikes and/or boot room. Entrance hallway With a solid oak and glass staircase up to the living accommodation. Wet room With a spacious walk-in shower, wash basin and WC. First Floor: Mezzanine landing/hall area Providing views over the garden and lake. Open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting room area Kitchen area With an electric hob and oven, double ceramic sink, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Central island breakfast bar. A door provides access to the car parking area via an external staircase. Dining area With a dining table seating eight guests. Sitting room area With comfy seating, a wood burning stove, television and feature double height windows framing the superb view, a door leads out to the glazed balcony area with outdoor dining furniture. Bedroom two With a wooden beamed vaulted ceiling, a television and superb views from the bed over Lake Ullswater. This room has a 6' super-king size zip and link bed which can be made into singles on request. (Please note, the wood burning stove seen in the image is not in use). Bedroom three With another 6' super-king size zip and link bed which can be made into twin single beds on request. Bedroom four With a 5' king size bed. Family bathroom With an oval bath, separate walk-in shower, twin wash basins and WC. Second Floor: Bedroom one/principle suite With a 6' super-king size bed, walk-in wardrobe, floor to ceiling glazing with doors out onto the mezzanine study area with sofa. En-suite bathroom With a large bath, separate shower, wash basin and WC. Bedroom five A separate room with 3' single bed suitable for a child wishing to be close to parents. The room has vaulted eaves with wooden beams and Velux windows. Through here, you can access the Games/TV room. Games/TV room With a sofa, large television and velux windows. Outside: Balcony with outdoor dining set for eight guests and two additional occasional chairs for enjoying the view. The flagged patio area has garden dining furniture and parasol for eight guests and leads to a large lawn which extends down to the private lake shore and small jetty with two picnic tables provided. Camping chairs are stored in the garage for guests' use. Garden furniture and charcoal barbecue provided. The barbecue can be moved to the garden, balcony or lake shore as required. Access is via a gated entrance onto a tarmaced drive with parking for up to 5 cars and hard standing for boats. Other things to note Two 6' zip and link beds which can be made into singles on request