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Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, books
Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Nestled high on the fell, High Bield offers a warm welcome with its woodburner in the sitting room. This charming house, built by artist Ann Macbeth in the 1920s, boasts spectacular views of Brotherswater and Ullswater from almost every room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 5 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Guest accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Rubbish , please put in bins located in the garage . Side door is unlocked to access garage easily
Put keys in lockbox on side of summer house
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Young children must be supervised in the garden as it can be steep and rocky . No dogs upstairs or on furniture. No wipes to be flushed down toilet.
To minimise handling of bed linen for the safety of our staff could guests please strip bed linen and place in laundry basket at the end of stay.
Strictly no dogs in bedrooms or on beds in any circumstance.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The garden has steep and rocky areas ,supervision!

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Detatched Cosy Cottage With Fabulous Mountain Views

About the area

Map
Hartsop, Cumbria, England

What's nearby

  • Ullswater - 10 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Lake Windermere - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 16 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Rydal Mount - 17 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Dove Cottage - 19 min drive - 19.1 km

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 19 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Distiller’s Arms - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Travellers Rest Glenridding - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Badger Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ullswater Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly located?

This family-friendly Penrith holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Brotherswater and Place Fell. Ullswater is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 91 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 91 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 91 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 91 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a special place to stay. Views are absolutely stunning and the house is delightful. Loved the bedrooms. But if you're used to wide, flat Western Australian roads like we are, just be aware the drive up is not for the fainthearted! Wished we had longer to stay, would definitely come back if we had the opportunity, this was our favourite of all the places we stayed in the UK.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break

Stayed before, love it's location. Wildlife and views
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Howard S., London

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent walk venue

Situated in a quiet and beautiful part of the Lakes, perfect for walking straight out of the front door
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adele T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location

Great stay in a quieter area of the lakes. Magnificent views all around the property. Lots of walks nearby. Nice and cosy property especially with the log burner. Comfy beds and everything you would need for a relaxing few days away.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing time

Great location, don’t be put off by long drive to cottage, it’s well worth it. Loads of walks and boat trips, easy drive to Ambleside and Grasmere. Loved it, just loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous, highly recommended

Beautifully situated house in a beautiful area! Equipped with all conveniences. We were pleasantly surprised by the outdoor space/garden next to and behind the house.Highly recommended for a wonderful stay in Lake District.The partly unpaved road to the house is fabulous but bumpy. Despite doable, even with a lower car, so don't let that put you off!We loved our stay and are inspired by the nature in this beautiful area. Lots of walking paths It was more than worth the trip from the Netherlands.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another lovely stay

High Bield is a fabulous place to stay and wake up each day with breathtaking views of the valley. It is well located and despite the lakes being very busy it didn’t feel like it here. The house is well stocked with all the annoying things that other properties sometimes aren’t. We would definitely recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gavin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

High Bield

High Bield lives up to all the excellent reviews it has. It's very clean, well equiped and in a beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a wonderful house in a lovely location

Lovely warm house in a very quiet area of the lakes. Stunning views. The drive up to the house is very bumpy, so if you have a low car, I wouldn't even risk it. We will be returning in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful place!

We loved our short break in this wonderful cottage and wish we could have stayed longer. It's beautiful inside and out, with lovely interior decoration, very comfy beds and the location and views are amazing. We did some walks, watched films and played board games. Perfect for three teenagers. Fiona was friendly and helpful. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

SREEKANTH M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

We stayed (8 people)in High Beild for 4days and it was an amazing experience.The ambiance was superb especially in the early mornings and at the sunset.Overall it was pleasure being there.A big thank you to Fiona and team.Definitly we will see again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another wonderful stay

We love High Beild. The views are spectacular and overlooking the valley the place stayed cool in this weeks unusually hot weather. Fiona is really good on communication and the house is well stocked with all the annoying little things other places have missing. I love morning tea with the many visiting birds including a pleasant and the added bonus of a pair of red squirrels.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Visit to the Lakes with family, most from USA and some from England

We had a great time in a great location and a great house. We were lucky with very little rain so we did get some good hikes in and wished we had more time to hike right from the house. The drive to anywhere is on winding roads so anyone who gets car sick beware! We absolutely loved the out of the way location and hopefully will be able to return. Lisa Roberts
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic trip

This was one of the best holidays we have had. The views were incredible and the house was nestled in a quiet and serene location which had beautiful walks to Brothers Water and Ullswater. We climbed right to the top of the fells and experienced even more of the stunning scenery. The house was cosy and comfortable with an open fire on the colder evenings with everything we could need in the house to make our stay comfortable. We would stay here again without any hesitation. Fantastic break for our first experience of the Lake District
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic break in a lovely home

We had an amazing mini break. The house was warm and homely with plenty of space for us and 5 kids and all the amenities we needed. The drive up the track was a bit challenging but the location was worth it, the views from the garden and windows are amazing. It was awesome starting each day watching the birds and squirrels in the garden. After long walks it was nice to sit around playing some of the many board games and checking out the impressive collection of books. The log burner was nice to have but the house was warm enough so we didn’t need to use it. As a base we found it very convenient and were able to explore all over the Lake District without ever having to travel too far. The host was friendly and very accommodating. We had a great time and would love to come and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bev & Paul T., Andover

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent!!!

I absolutely made the right choice with this. That view was just amazing, even in stormy weather. The track up was a bit hairy but it just added to the whole stay. We saw red squirrels and loads of birds on the bird feeders. The rooms were a really good size. Everything we needed was there. The kitchen was fully equipped. We all had a fantastic early family Christmas get together and will definitely be back. Just loved it...thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best house.

I don’t think you’ll ever find another house thats more perfect for location. Upset that we didn’t stay longer
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

C D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage full of character with truly amazing views which we all enjoyed although we were not blessed with good weather throughout. The cottage is well equipped so even when the weather isn't so good there's still plenty to enjoy. Husband and friends enjoyed several walks from the property. Getting up the drive in the car the first time was a bit scary so easier just to leave it parked as walking is definitely easier.
Main lounge
Main bedroom
View from the ground floor bedroom
View from the back garden
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous, inside and out!

The location and this well-equipped, homely cottage made for the perfect stay. Our host Fiona couldn’t do enough to help answer questions and help us as our plans changed a little during the week. Five stars and we would love to stay at High Bield again sometime!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing house and views

11* - simply a spectacular place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Neil J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Overall an excellent place high on a hillside above the village.The cottage comes with a bit of history and bar a couple of minor snags we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay.

Really lovely cottage in a great location. Amazing views. We were lucky enough to see the fighter jets flying right past the house!!! We would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic location with red squirrels !

We had a great stay, big enough to not feel cramped, clean, warm, fantastic view and we saw red squirrels every morning! Very narrow steep drive so would bring a car with decent ground clearance to not hit the bash plate when driving over the water drain
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A family getaway

The house is lovely. A return visit for us. We spent a great week as a family. The weather was
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARK B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

Beautiful scenery beautiful location beautiful Accommodation
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024