
Grass Guards House is an exceptional four-bedroom property sleeping eight guests in Ulpha, near Broughton in Furness in the Lake District. This remote Lakeland home sits in the beautiful Dunnerdale valley with spectacular valley views in all directions. The property offers off-road parking for four cars and features both downstairs bedroom and bathroom facilities.
The location is truly special. You're positioned in the south west Lake District with Coniston Valley to the east, Langdale Valley to the north and Eskdale and Wasdale to the west.
Grass Guards House is an exceptional four-bedroom property sleeping eight guests in Ulpha, near Broughton in Furness in the Lake District. This remote Lakeland home sits in the beautiful Dunnerdale valley with spectacular valley views in all directions. The property offers off-road parking for four cars and features both downstairs bedroom and bathroom facilities.
The location is truly special. You're positioned in the south west Lake District with Coniston Valley to the east, Langdale Valley to the north and Eskdale and Wasdale to the west. The River Duddon, one of the Lake District's last remaining salmon rivers, flows nearby.
The accommodation includes two ground floor bedrooms: one double with en-suite bathroom and one king-size zip-and-link with separate bathroom. Upstairs you'll find another double and a king-size zip-and-link bedroom, plus a family bathroom. There's a spacious sitting room with wood burner, separate dining room with patio doors and a smart kitchen with utility room containing second washing machine and extra fridge/freezer.
Walk to Ghyll Spout Waterfall and Fickle Steps directly from the door. Visit Broughton in Furness (5 miles, 15 minutes). Explore Coniston (8 miles, 20 minutes). Ride the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway from Boot (10 miles, 25 minutes).
Grass Guards House is perfect for extended families or groups wanting total peace and privacy with walks starting from the doorstep.
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Exceptionally quiet setting in Dunnerdale valley with no nearby neighbours and stunning fell views in every direction perfect for groups.
Generous off-road parking means everyone in your group can bring their vehicle without any parking worries or restrictions.
Step straight out onto footpaths leading to Ghyll Spout Waterfall and Fickle Steps without needing to drive anywhere first.
Both downstairs bedrooms have their own bathrooms making the property accessible for guests with mobility considerations or older family members.
Original features including exposed beams and working wood burner create a cosy atmosphere for groups gathering together on evenings.
Separate sitting room and dining room plus large kitchen means your group of eight has plenty of space to spread out.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Grass Guards House by car, take the A595 towards Broughton in Furness, then follow signs to Ulpha. You'll travel approximately 1.5 miles along a forestry track which includes a small ford. The track is not suitable for sports cars. Off-road parking for four cars is available on site.
For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Foxfield, approximately 10 miles away. From there, you'll need to arrange a taxi to complete your journey to this remote location.
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