Experience world-class service at Duke of Portland Boathouse on the shore of Lake Ullswater ideal for a romantic break

Elegant Accommodation: The Duke of Portland Boathouse in Pooley Bridge offers a 5-star holiday home experience with one bedroom and a living room. Guests enjoy a balcony with stunning lake and mountain views. Modern Amenities: The property features a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, fireplace, and free WiFi. Additional amenities include a coffee machine, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, oven, and stovetop. Prime Location: Located 108 km from Newcastle International Airport, the boathouse is near attractions such as Askham Hall (7 km), Derwentwater Lake (28 km), and Brougham Castle (12 km). Guests appreciate the scenic location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

FREE parking!


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1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We liked everything about this property and had a fantastic stay I would highly recommend it.
  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful location and perfect for a short romantic break for a couple
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Quality of the furnishings and the unique style of accommodation Beautiful views of the lake and hills. Exceptional
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Although right next to the road it’s very peaceful at night. We slept with the balcony door open and could hear the water lapping. It was just so relaxing.
  • Leona
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Unique & dreamy. Excellent facilities & very cosy. The views are to die for!
  • Lee
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    You can shut the front door on the property, open up the doors on to the terrace, and it's like you're in a completely different place, separate from the outside world that you've just entered from. The position right on/over the lake is...
  • Sheila
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent location right on the lake & beautiful views.
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing location, cozy and comfy inside. Pooley Bridge is a short walk away (torch needed at night as no pavement to walk on and minimal road lighting). 1863 restaurant in Pooley Bridge is worth a visit.
  • Leon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Amazing property in an amazing location - just beautiful
  • Deborah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location on Lake Ullswater is stunning. Sitting enjoying a beverage or two on the balcony felt fantastic!

Managed by Cumbrian Cottage Holidays

Company review score: 9.1Based on 173 reviews from 137 properties
137 managed properties

Company information

We are an agency with over 30 years experience in the self catering holiday cottage market. We have a selection of cottages, pods and shepherd huts, some dog friendly and some with hot tubs. We pride ourselves on our friendly, personal service to our guests and look forward to welcoming you to one of our cottages.

Property information

This unique, iconic, luxury cottage is an 'ideal honeymoon cottage in a location to die for', stunning views of Lake Ullswater and the fells can be viewed whilst relaxing on the balcony of this traditional boathouse or from the bedroom through the patio doors. Unsurprisingly, the Duke of Portland Boathouse has been voted "the best waterside retreat" by BBC Countryfile Magazine! It's location at the top of Ullswater gives it superb, unparalleled views across this beautiful lake. It is one of the most iconic and most photographed buildings in the Lake District. The boathouse originally belonged to the 3rd Duke of Portland in the 18th century but he had to sell it along with his Cumberland estates to pay his legal bills. His loss is our gain! Park beside the boathouse and climb the steps to enter a unique, romantic and cosy interior that provides everything needed for a perfect stay at every time of the year. Shades of Farrow and Ball are mixed with sumptuous furnishings and luxury fabrics. The boathouse has an open plan layout with magnificent cruick beams and underfloor heating beneath a rustic oak floor and comprises:- The bespoke painted kitchen with granite work tops provides all you need with a generous breakfast bar and comfortable stools for intimate dining a deux. There is an LPG oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, coffee machine (accepts vertuo nespresso coffee pods, not provided.) After dining you can sit back and relax on a sumptuous leather sofa in front of the wood burning stove. Smart TV and Bluetooth sound system are all provided for your entertainment. Unwind in the luxurious slate shower room with overhead shower, WC and hand basin. Fluffy towels and bathrobes are provided together with a range of toiletries. Enjoy the views down the length of the lake from the romantic bedroom. You can gaze out at a starlit sky from the comfortable king size bed with luxurious Egyptian Cotton bedding or relax in the slipper bath...

Neighbourhood information

The village of Pooley Bridge is within walking distance with a wealth of shops, pubs and restaurants. Penrith is 15 minutes by car with supermarket.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Duke of Portland Boathouse on the shore of Lake Ullswater ideal for a romantic break takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
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Check-out
Until 11:00
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.