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Wastwater Cottage - spacious, historic cottage in the heart of the Lake District

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Huge open plan living and dining area beneath all our original beams
Open plan kitchen and dining areas beneath the original beams
1 of 26Huge open plan living and dining area beneath all our original beams
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4 bedrooms
3 bathrooms
8 guests
1 night minimum
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Idyllic location in the pretty village of Boot with two welcoming Inns serving good food and real ales within walking distance. Mountains all around and fantastic walks from the doorstep. VisitEngland 4 star standard. 400 year old grade II listed barn conversion with superb living areas, oak beams and exposed stonework. Doors leading to patio with garden furniture, barbecue and glorious fell views. Shared paddock with riverside picnic spot. Please note that the second bed in the fourth bedroom is a 'captains bed', a full size single bed, which can be pulled out for use by an 8th guest if required. We also have a cot available free of charge, just let us know what you need when you make your booking! We often have SPECIAL OFFERS available: UPGRADE TO A LARGER COTTAGE FOR NO EXTRA COST! ...Idyllic location in the pretty village of Boot with two welcoming Inns serving good food and real ales within walking distance. Mountains all around and fantastic walks from the doorstep. VisitEngland 4 star standard. 400 year old grade II listed barn conversion with superb living areas, oak beams and exposed stonework. Doors leading to patio with garden furniture, barbecue and glorious fell views. Shared paddock with riverside picnic spot. Please note that the second bed in the fourth bedroom is a 'captains bed', a full size single bed, which can be pulled out for use by an 8th guest if required. We also have a cot available free of charge, just let us know what you need when you make your booking! We often have SPECIAL OFFERS available: UPGRADE TO A LARGER COTTAGE FOR NO EXTRA COST! Midweek discounts on our 3 larger cottages at Bridge End Farm up until mid December - 30% off for 1 or 2 people, 20% off for 3 or 4 people and 10% off for 5 or 6 people. Please contact us for more information and to book now! LATE AVAILABILITY DISCOUNTS - we often have late availability and savings on our listed prices so do enquire if you are booking last minute! Or contact owner directly by email or by phone. Please note our availability on Holiday Lettings / TripAdvisor is always 100% up to date.More
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House Rules
Pets Allowed: No
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Bathrooms
1 Shower, 2 Full baths
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About the Manager
Greg Poole (Property Manager Select Cottages)
Languages spoken:English, French
Response Rate:100%
Response Time:Within a few hours
Listed Since:March 2008
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Reviewed 2 April 2019 via mobile
So good I immediately booked a return visit

I booked Wastwater Cottage and The Farmhouse to host a Wellness Weekend Health Retreat. Everything was perfect and I booked the very next day to host another event for longer this time in September 2019. I have no hesitation in recommending Select Cottages.

Date of stay: March 2019
Thank ElaineGodley
Reviewed 23 August 2017
Home from home

Beautiful cottage with a home from home feeling. Arrived late at night but everything was easy to find and we soon settled in with a cosy feeling living area and bedrooms. There was tea and coffee and biscuits laid out in kitchen and milk in...More

Date of stay: August 2017
Thank HarryNorthYorkshire
Greg042014, VR Owner at Wastwater Cottage - spacious, historic cottage in the heart of the Lake District, responded to this reviewResponded 10 March 2018

Thank you for your lovely review. It sounds like you thoroughly explored our special part of the Lakes and we are delighted that you found the cottage comfortable and homely. The Whillan Beck is a lovely feature and we do, as you suggest, ask parents...More

Reviewed 8 March 2017 via mobile
A brilliant weekend

A lovely cottage; worked very well for a group of 8 friends. 25m from the pub and not much further from walking straight out into the National Park. Great walks nearby and good location for Scafell Pike and Wastwater too.

Date of stay: March 2017
Thank Rom512
Greg042014, VR Owner at Wastwater Cottage - spacious, historic cottage in the heart of the Lake District, responded to this reviewResponded 10 March 2018

Thank you for those kind comments about our superb location. Best wishes from the team at Bridge End Farm Cottages

Reviewed 26 October 2016
Brilliant find

Spacious,well provided for accommodation. Very snug. Great surroundings. Loved Boot. Ate two nights at Boot Inn. Loved by all the family. Great walk to Scafell. Esk Trail really only suited to serious mountain bikes. The lanes were quiet enough to cycle on. Got the train...More

Date of stay: October 2016
Thank Curious671574
Greg042014, VR Owner at Wastwater Cottage - spacious, historic cottage in the heart of the Lake District, responded to this reviewResponded 10 March 2018

Thank you for those kind comments. We look forward to your return.

Reviewed 24 October 2016 via mobile
Beautiful Cottage

A beautiful and spacious cottage with fantastic trails right from our doorstep. Our host was so welcoming - he greeted us as we drove onto the property. He offered great suggestions for walks in this great park. There was a lovely pub serving delicious food...More

Date of stay: September 2016
Thank dianamartin459
Greg042014, VR Owner at Wastwater Cottage - spacious, historic cottage in the heart of the Lake District, responded to this reviewResponded 10 March 2018

Thank you for those kind comments, it's a pleasure. We look forward to welcoming you back.

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Reviewed 10 October 2016
Wonderful Weekend in an Idyllic setting

We arrived in Boot, a cosy little hamlet of inns, cottages, a shop and a beautiful old mill. Wastewater is a converted barn, set within beautiful grounds with a little beck to the front. The garden was ideal for games and barbecuing. The views are...More

Date of stay: September 2016
Thank PauljulieEdinburgh
Greg042014, VR Owner at Wastwater Cottage - spacious, historic cottage in the heart of the Lake District, responded to this reviewResponded 10 March 2018

What a lovely review, thank you so much and we are delighted to hear you all enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon.

A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer
London, United Kingdom
Reviewed 11 January 2016

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Date of stay: December 2015
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Essex, United Kingdom
Reviewed 9 January 2016

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Date of stay: October 2015
A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer
Camberley, United Kingdom
Reviewed 9 January 2016

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Date of stay: December 2015
Reviewed 5 January 2016
A beautiful cottage in a fabulous location

We stayed in Wastwater cottage towards the end of the summer season and everything was just perfect! The bathrooms have been beautifully renovated to add a little modern touch to the converted barn. Inside the cottage is very roomy with the high beamed ceilings making...More

Date of stay: January 2016
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Amenities
Pets Allowed: No
Smoking Allowed: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
DVD Player
Balcony
Grill
Central Heating
Suitable For Children Under 5
Dishwasher
Dryer
Freezer
Refrigerator
Hairdryer
Highchair
Internet Access
Iron
Kettle
Linens Provided
Microwave
Parking
Cable/satellite TV
Shared Garden
Stereo System
Cooker
Telephone
Terrace
Toaster
Towels Provided
TV
VCR
Washer
Wi-Fi
Fishing Nearby
There Is A Golf Course Within 30 Mins Drive
Horse Riding Nearby
Beach Or Lakeside Relaxation
Cycling Trips
Hiking Trips
Rural/Countryside Retreats
Short Term Rentals (4 Days Or Fewer)
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About the neighbourhood
Bridge End Farm Cottages have colourful and well maintained gardens with wonderful views. The cottages are tucked away in a secluded location within the picturesque and historic village of Boot. Boot has a fantastic setting in the valley of Eskdale eloquently described by the famous Lakeland author Alfred Wainwright: 'Eskdale, one of the loveliest of Lakeland's valleys, descends from the highest and wildest mountains in the district to the sands of Ravenglass in a swift transition from grandeur to beauty... It is a place of many delights, the finest of all valleys for those whose special joy is to travel on foot and a paradise for artists.' This is the heart of the Lake District National Park with the highest, deepest, steepest, and oldest! Within walking distance are Scafell Pike, Engl...
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