High Pasture

Stay at this splendid double shepherd hut experience in the beautiful setting of Bennethead, Ullswater. The property, one of three, is perfect for couples or solo travellers seeking a peaceful base from which to explore the magnificent Cumbrian fells and lakes.

Perfectly placed for unrivalled views of Ullswater and the surroundings, the property is only 3 miles from Pooley Bridge, situated at the northern tip of Ullswater. Here you can walk, enjoy water sports or admire the iconic 16th-century bridge after which the village was named.

Only 20 miles away, you will reach Bassenthwaite, a hidden gem that offers plenty of wildlife and birdlife to enjoy in the surrounding nature reserves. For keen hikers, the peak of Skiddaw overlooks the lake.

The historic town of Penrith, less than 10 miles away, is also worth visiting to learn about the region’s culture and heritage or to explore the scenic Eden Valley. Drop off your bags, park your car and walk through your private garden to reach the oak stairs that lead up to the front of this inviting property.

Step through the French double doors into a welcoming, open-plan living space, with the kitchen to your right and the sitting and dining areas to your left. Whip up some tasty treats in a kitchen with all the necessary appliances, making meal preparation a breeze.

On your return from a day of discovery, sink into the comfortable furniture and relax. There is a Smart TV for entertainment, so catch up on your favourite box set and after dinner enjoy an evening movie, with the gentle crackle and pop of the logs in the wood burner creating a cosy ambience.

When it is time to sleep, walk through the hallway past the kitchen and the rear shepherd's hut opens into a spacious en-suite king-size bedroom. The bed is on the left as you enter, and you are sure to sleep soundly surrounded by the peace and quiet of the countryside.