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Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, pet friendly country house

Vacation home in Ulverston with kitchen and balcony

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Dining
Outdoor dining
4 bedrooms, Egyptian cotton sheets, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82368 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Near Coniston Water, ENG
  • Place, Coniston Water
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ulverston

Located 1 mi (1.7 km) from Coniston Water, this vacation home is within a 15-minute drive of Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Coniston Water - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 19 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 32 min drive - 19.6 miles
  • Ullswater - 46 min drive - 27.7 miles
  • Lodore Falls - 55 min drive - 36.1 miles

Getting around

  • Foxfield Station - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wilson Arms - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Ship Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Haverthwaite Railway Station Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bluebird Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Anglers Arms - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, pet friendly country house

Please note that we only rent out Charcoal House for the following options:-

1. Full week from a Monday or Friday.
3. 3 night weekend of Friday to Monday.
4. 4 night mid-week break of Monday to Friday.

Charcoal House is a gorgeous large country house with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The house is located just half a mile from the shores of Coniston Water in the heart of the Lake District National Park.

This traditional stone-built 18th country house is located in a very peaceful off-road location in the tiny hamlet of Low Nibthwaite, just ½ a mile from the southern tip of Coniston Water.

The house has recently been decorated throughout using heritage Farrow & Ball co-ordinating shades and refurbished and furnished to a very high standard.

The price includes luxury Egyptian cotton bedlinen, towels, central heating and electric.

The house has full central heating, continuous hot water and 2 log fires if you love the ambience of a real fire.

This gorgeous Lake District holiday house and the large sunny cottage garden are south facing. There’s also off-road parking for 4 cars.

SITTING ROOM
The large sitting room is located on the 1st floor and has large glass doors opening onto the balcony. The balcony is a great place to sit and relax.

This is a gorgeous room that is very light and spacious and has a huge ‘wow factor’ with its huge oak beams, thick stone walls and a roaring log fire.

There’s sofas and chairs for 8 people and a Samsung Smart TV

The large balcony is a great place to relax and unwind.

KITCHEN
The large country style kitchen is fully equipped with everything you will need for luxurious, modern living and entertaining including a microwave, dishwasher, large fridge freezer, crockery, glasses, cutlery, kitchen equipment & utensils for 8 people.

The twin oven Aga range cooker is left on constantly throughout the year providing lovely ambient warmth and the unbeatable taste of Aga cooking.

The open plan kitchen has a breakfast bar, large dining table and 8 chairs and just off the kitchen is the ‘Snug’ seating area with a sofa and coffee table. This is a great area for the kids to get away on their own whilst the rest of the group relax at the other end of the house in the large sitting room.

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS
Upstairs you’ll find 3 bedrooms all located off a lovely large landing with a huge skylight that fills the house with natural light.

The 3 large bedrooms are luxuriously furnished with new beds, mattresses and quality wood furniture.

2 bedrooms have king sized beds and the largest bedroom has a super king sized bed that can be unzipped to make twin beds (please let us know at the time of booking if this is your requirement).

The house has 2 good sized bathrooms, 1 with a large walk-in shower and the 2nd bathroom has a roll top, claw foot, free standing bath.

Luxury Egyptian cotton bed linen and towels are included in the price along with central heating, electric, hot water and free Wi-Fi.

UTILITY ROOM
The utility room just off the kitchen houses the washing machine, tumble drier, large fridge freezer and an additional sink. This is also a great boot room and drying room.

THE GARDEN
The large, south facing cottage garden has a summer house, a brick built BBQ, plus a table and chairs for 8 people. The peaceful, secluded garden is a wonderful place to dine ‘al fresco’ or just enjoy the peace and quiet of the English Lake District.

GARAGE
Guests are welcome to make use of the large, secure garage to store bicycles, canoes and other outdoors equipment.

THE NOOK
Included in the price is The Nook, a large, spacious, ground floor apartment that is accessed via a door from the utility room next to the kitchen.

The Nook provides the 4th bedroom and has a lovely open plan design with a king-sized bed, an ensuite shower room with a power shower, toilet and basin.

The Nook also has a fully equipped kitchen, a seating area with a sofa, flat screen TV and a roaring log fire. The French doors offer in lots of light.

The Nook is a great asset to the house as it can be used as private annex if any of your group want a bit of privacy.

The extra kitchen is ideal for large groups and offers a conventional oven for anyone who is not too sure about using the Aga in the main kitchen.

The Nook is not rented out separately. It is included with the rest of the house.


Charcoal House in Low Nibthwaite is the perfect destination for a relaxing, romantic or adventure filled Lake District holiday.



PETS
Well behaved dogs are welcome for a charge of £20 for 1 dog or £30 for 2 dogs. Sorry, but we do not allow more than 2 dogs.

Non pet owners can rest assured that we spend this extra money on additional cleaning so that non pet owners wouldn’t know a dog has stayed in Charcoal House.

This is a great area for dogs with plenty of walks from the doorstep. Charcoal House is surrounded by mountains, fells, fields, footpaths, woods and riverside walks where your dog can have a great holiday too.

The large enclosed garden has just had new fencing put up so you can all enjoy the garden together.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Beds sport Egyptian cotton sheets and the bathroom offers a hair dryer and a bidet. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a fenced private yard. Limited housekeeping is available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Limited onsite parking (max 4 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Egyptian cotton sheets

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,368 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 1 dog £20. 2 dogs £30

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Gorgeous Country House Close to the Shores of Coniston Water

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Ulverston, close to Coniston Water, Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing, and Old Man of Coniston. You'll also find Laurel and Hardy Museum and Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway nearby.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, there is electric car charging available. You'll find a garage and max 4 spaces.

Is this vacation home adjacent to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, pet friendly country house a good place to stay for couples?

This historic vacation home offers many amenities for couples, including a fireplace and access to a chef in each accommodation with some featuring fireplaces.

Does Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, pet friendly country house have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, pet friendly country house?

Yes, every accommodation at Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, pet friendly country house comes with a balcony.

Charcoal House - Luxury, peaceful, pet friendly country house Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

charlie p.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a fantastic house. Cosy, with comfortable beds and lots of space. Simon was so helpful, providing good communication and a great guest pack with a selection of local walks. Also, and crucially, an excellent set of SHARP kitchen knives!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous property, very comfortable with an unbelievably well stocked kitchen. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, couldn't fault it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Amanda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Coalhouse is a beautiful, spacious property with lovely features. Simon was very responsive and informative plus directions and check-in was as detailed.We all felt the property details were misleading as the view from the balcony was not as described - we looked at neighbors cars, a house opposite and trees. There is no access to the River Crank from the property and we did walk down the lane as detailed in the house itinerary which just went down a field to the river but no where else to walk.The garden is detailed as fully enclosed, this is not true as there were areas where our two dogs could escape plus the garden is not attached to the house and over an access road to other properties which is open to the road at the top. This meant we had to lead our dogs every time to access the garden. If we had known the garden was not attached to the house we wouldn’t have stayed here.We have had a lovely time with friends and the weather has been kind.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property in a lovely quiet location but perfect for visiting all parts of the South, West and Eastern parts of the lakes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jill P., Newcastle under Lyme, UK

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved the house it was very spacious with the added bonus of a self contained part of the house which meant my son and his family had their own space. However we were a little disappointed when we arrived as the photos make it look detached and there were houses attached around both corners but not shown on the photos. Also I don't remember reading that the garden was across a small road so we were unable to just let the dog out into the garden. It also stated that Coniston water was half a mile away from the house. This was as the crow flies and not accessible by carThat been said we had an enjoyable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay!

Simon is a great host! His communication and assistance was top notch. Very quick to respond. The house is gorgeous with high end accommodations in a lovely area. We would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay

The whole property is as mentioned on the description and perfect for a getaway. It had everything we needed and more. The property was spotless with all appliances functioning properly. Very good location for walks and trips to the caves and lakes in the area. Good neighbours and quite peaceful. Would 100% recommend and visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fab!

This property exceeds the images online. Beautiful property and lots of space.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron O., Southampton

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property and setting

We stayed for a week in September - the accommodation was lovely and the lounge was splendid. Had a wood burner going a couple of nights and it was lovely and snuggly. Would go back in a heartbeat. Great location too so all pluses. Would be fab for a large group.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire W.

Holiday

The property was beautiful and in a lovely location. We'd definitely stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aban L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short stay

Excellent property, very nicely maintained, lovely decor and everything was available in the property. We had a wonderful time there. Would defo recommend. 👍
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mhairi Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stay

We had such a great time staying at charcoal house. So cozy and beautifully decorated, the house was immaculate! Location was perfect for walks and local pubs too.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness

Review of Charcoal House

This is a beautiful property. It is extremely well-equipped and furnished. All the furnishings are very good quality and the beds, sofas and chairs are very comfortable. We found it very spacious for our family group of 8, ranging in age from 6 to 70. The garden is separated by a driveway but this was not a problem and, despite not having very good weather, the children still made the most of the lovely garden area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous would highly recommend

We felt at home the moment we arrived. Even better in reality than in the photos (which are good) . Lovely aga warmed kitchen. Delightful garden. Living room was a wow and so comfy. Beautiful views from the bedrooms. Very quiet situation and near to so much. Recommend the Manor House to have dinner and Swallows & Amazons cafe just up the road ((by car) to just hang out and take in the stunning views (and lunch) . Will definitely be telling my friends and family to stay at Charcoal House.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Fabulous house and location for all the lakes in the southern part of the district. Well appointed house, with everything you could need in the kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a beautiful property with plenty of space for us all.

We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty Dunn

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning house and perfect family get together

Beautiful house! So much space for us all to get together without being under each others' feet. Really well equipped and so spacious. Great communication with the owner who very promptly deal with a small problem. Lots of great small touches like a games box and walking routes. Couldn't fault it!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family break

Fantastic House with everything you need, quite location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend

Lovely weekend with the family in a very well equipped, beautiful house. Just what we needed! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful top class property

The cottage was spotless, beautifully decorated and furnished and extremely comfortable and well equipped. The attention to detail was excellent and we genuinely couldn’t fault it. We had a wonderful stay for my sons 21st - a real family break.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M., Liverpool, UK

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic house

Charcoal house is gorgeous - spacious, but cosy at the same time. The kitchen was really well equipped which really helps. All the beds were kingsize and one was even bigger, so we slept well! It rained a fair bit over the weekend, so we didn't see any views, which was a shame, but we enjoyed ourselves despite this. It would have been perfect if the pub had been a bit nearer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

marrie h.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Chill out time.

We all had a lovely time away and stay in Charcoal House. Just what we all needed to chill out after this last 18 months .
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful family holiday home in peaceful location

We all thoroughly enjoyed our family stay in this well-equipped, comfortable, spacious and well-designed holiday home for family or friends groups close to the beautiful peaceful southern end of Coniston Water. Good range of local pubs and good provisioning in Ulverston nearby.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent property

We had a fantastic stay at Charcoal House and were really impressed by the property and how well-equipped it was. The Nook is an excellent feature that allows everyone to stay connected but also provides for some independence for members of the group if required. The lounge upstairs is very large and provides lovely views as the sun goes down. The garden was a real bonus (we were lucky to have sunny weather all week) with good outdoor furniture provided. Overall, very impressed and would stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

jane b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay

The property is beautiful and plenty of space for everyone. The local walks are lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020