£382
4 Low Rake
4 Low Rake is a terraced ex-miners cottage set on the track to the summit of Helvellyn at the edge of the village of Glenridding. Recently refurbished and with a cosy and fresh feel, 4 Low Rake is ideal for couples or a small family looking for a great base to explore the very best of the Lake District scenery and attractions. The location is unbeatable and the elevated position provides panoramic views of the mountains that surround you. Despite the feel that you are 'in the mountains', you can walk down into Glenridding village and the lake in 15 /20 minutes and it's just a 6 minute walk to the Travellers Rest pub.
Downstairs is a semi-open plan layout, with the lounge with logburner leading through to the modern kitchen. Upstairs, there are two decently sized bedrooms and a modern bathroom.
The owners have taken great care with the refurbishment to present the property as a blend of the traditional and the modern. 4 Low Rake has been decorated with excellent use of colour and local artwork, and has been designed for comfort and ease of use. What could be better after a day on the fells, than to sink into the sofa in front of the logburner and still enjoy the views from the lounge window. The lounge has a lovely deep-cushioned sofa and two easy chairs. It's just a few steps to the kitchen, which is well laid out with modern cupboard units, electric oven, induction hob, washer, dryer, microwave, kettle, and toaster (no dishwasher). There is a small dining table (with stools) in the kitchen. Head upstairs from the lounge to the bedrooms and bathroom. The double bedroom at the front of the house has the most fabulous view over the valley to the mountains beyond. The bathroom has a good-size bath with shower over, and a heated towel rail. Please note that WI-FI will be installed in August 2025 (please enquire if we have a confirmed date for installation before booking)
Outside, there is a small space with a bench for you to enjoy a brew and a biscuit as you survey the view towards Birkhouse Moor. Parking for one car is provided in a car park just 20 metres or so away. You may find you don't the need the car so often as you will be spoilt for choice with walks from the door - be that 'the big one' up Helvellyn - the main path runs right in front of the cottage door and gives you a small 'head start' up the route to Helvellyn, or down to Ullswater lake to either do the lakeshore walk, or hop on an Ullswater steamer. The steamer trip on the lake is surely one of the most scenic boat rides in the UK.
Property Highlights
Pub within 1 Mile 
Log Burner / Fireplace 
Parking 
Bed Linen Provided 
Towels Provided 
Washing Machine 
Tumble Dryer 
Hairdryer 
Contactless Check-in 
Walks nearby Availability
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Take a closer look at 4 Low Rake
- Kitchen - plenty of workspace and storage cupboards, electric oven , induction hob, fridge-freezer, washing machine, dryer, microwave, kettle, toaster, plenty of pots, pans, crockery etc. Note, no dishwasher.
- In the kitchen, there is a small dining table with stools.
- Lounge with a two seater sofa and two easy chairs, logburner, coffee table, children's games, books and maps.
- Bedroom 1: Standard size (4'6") double bed with bedside tables and lamps. Built-in wardrobe and a chest of drawers. Mountain views.
- Bedroom 2: Standard size (4'6") double bed with bedside table and lamp. Hanging space and chest of drawers.
- Bathroom with bath and a shower over. WC, basin and heated towel rail.
- Bench at the front of the property.
- One dedicated parking space (marked bay) around 20 metres away.
- Bed linen and towels provided.
- Power costs included. Starter pack of logs and kindling for the first night.
- Sorry, dogs are not permitted.
- A supply of consumables is provided, as are logs sufficient for one night.
- All electric heating and hot water systems.
- WI-FI from August 2025 (check before booking if this is important)
- Good 4G mobile signal outdoors. The thickness of the walls limits the signal indoors.
- Car parking space (20 metres away) in a dedicated space for one car. Note: There is nowhere else to park locally other than in the village car park; please do not arrive in multiple cars.
- Neither a travel cot nor a high chair are provided so please bring these items with you, if required.
- Arrival time: 16:00 / Departure time: 10:00
- It is recommended that a torch be brought as there is no street lighting in this area.
- The charging of electric vehicles is strictly prohibited. There is a public EV charger in Glenridding.
- Smoking or vaping is prohibited in the property.
About the location
The fabulous fells all around Ullswater are yours to enjoy without needing to use your car. There are several popular fell walks you can start from the cottage, including the Striding Edge path up to Helvellyn, Place Fell, High Street, Glenridding Dodd, the Helvellyn range, Fairfield and St Sunday Crag, so you'll be spoilt for choice! The Ullswater Steamers ply the entire length of Ullswater, with the main departure points being at Glenridding and Pooley Bridge. The steamers also stop at Howtown to allow for a lakeshore walk back to Glenridding, or vice versa. There is also a seasonal service stopping at Aira Force, one of the Lake District's most impressive waterfalls, with lovely woodland walks through the National Trust land between the lake and the waterfall.
The famous village of Ambleside is a 30-minute drive away, over the dramatic Kirkstone Pass, where you have a variety of pubs, restaurants and cafes. At the northern tip of Windermere Lake, you can again hop on board one of the Windermere Lake Cruises to Bowness Pier, or further to Lakeside at the southern tip, where you'll find the Lakeside Aquarium and Haverthwaite Steam Railway.
This is truly a special place for a holiday in the Lake District; whether it's relaxation, walking or adventure, you're sure to find it all nearby!
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Things to do nearby
Ullswater Steamers
Lake District Gyroplanes
Theatre by the Lake
Alpacaly Ever After
Honister Mine – Via Ferrata Classic
Lowther Castle & Gardens
Brockhole on Windermere
Go Ape – Whinlatter
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