You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Bull Pen - sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms
With five bedrooms spread across two floors and a generous open plan living space opening into the kitchen and dining areas, Bull Pen lends itself perfectly to group holidays. The property has a very large kitchen area overlooking the courtyard at the front of the property. Passing through the living space you will find the glass doors which lead out to your very own patio with al fresco dining and seating set up – the perfect spot for an evening chill. The Graythwaite Home Farm Courtyard truly is the beating heart of the Estate – accessed via the iconic and enchanting trail bordered with cherry blossom trees, you are truly entering a very special place. Here, you will be less than a mile from the shores of Lake Windermere where you can enjoy the peace and serenity of the lake without the hustle and bustle, or even book in an action-packed activity with the star-studded Graythwaite Adventure. The Courtyard is within easy reach of our fabulous facilities, such as the communal heated swimming pool which can be booked in advance of your stay and the home farm shop offering locally produced products. You are also able to pre-order groceries and treats from the shop to be ready in your property for you when you arrive! You are also welcome to make use of the communal games room, the communal dining and BBQ facilities dotted across the courtyard and children’s play area, found through the historic and rustic stone walls of the Courtyard leading out through the forest and natural surroundings beyond.
Property manager
Graythwaite Estate
Languages
English
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Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Shared/communal pool
Internet
Internet access
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bathrooms
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Living spaces
Fireplace
Entertainment
Table tennis
Laundry
Washing machine
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Things to do
Hiking nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Property is also known as
577350
About the neighborhood
Graythwaite, Cumbria
What's nearby
Lake Windermere - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
Bowness Pier - 21 min drive - 18.7 km
World of Beatrix Potter - 21 min drive - 19.2 km
Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 27 min drive - 20.6 km
Coniston Water - 28 min drive - 18.0 km
Getting around
Grange-over-Sands Kents Bank Station - 24 min drive
Restaurants
The Pier Coffee Shop - 21 min drive
The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant - 20 min drive
The Lake View - Bowness - 21 min drive
Costa Coffee - 21 min drive
Lake View Garden Bar - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Bull Pen - sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
Is Bull Pen - sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Bull Pen - sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bull Pen - sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bull Pen - sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms located?
This family-friendly Ulverston cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Windermere, Raw War Paintball, and Stott Park Bobbin Mill. Lakes Aqaurium and Go Ape Grizedale are also within 6 mi (10 km).
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Bull Pen - sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms Reviews
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8.8
Excellent
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Reviews
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8/10 Good
10 March 2024
Bull pen stay
Really enjoyed our stay. perfect location due to us having young children. Lovely cottage very homely. Enjoyed it very much.
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8/10 Good
Brian H., Southport
23 November 2023
A nice holiday property
A lovely property for a group of family/friends, catering comfortably for 8 and
at a push 10 adults
The only real complaint was the hit and miss mode to access the internet, which we all found very frustrating
Brian H.
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10/10 Excellent
26 April 2024
Family Break
Family of 6. Plenty of space, kitchen had all modern amenities and lots of room to cook for everyone. Beds very comfy, everyone slept well. We booked and used the pool and games room. Also booked canoeing through Graythwaite Adventure, enjoyed by everyone. We would definitely stay again. Would be even better if there was a table in the outside area for eating outside.
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10/10 Excellent
2 April 2024
Family special birthday
We enjoyed the pool but felt there was far too much chlorine making it uncomfortable for the eyes.
We needed some help with the log burning stove and the maintenance man arrived and helped us, he was very helpful.
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10/10 Excellent
4 November 2023
A brilliant family holiday
There were 10 of us staying during half term week, grandparents, parents & 4 kids, our whole family in fact. We had a great time, though some of the parents had to leave early as they were working part of the week. The only minor complaints I would make was that the farm shop was only open part of the time, the lights were a bit dim in the bedroom we were in (ground floor), there was no seat at the dressing table and there didn't seem to be a shaver/electric toothbrush socket anywhere in the house. But we had a great week - the kids loved it especially the swimming sessions.
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6/10 Okay
16 January 2024
Good but could be great
The booking process was straightforward and we were sent helpful directions in advance which was great.
The swimming pool was a great addition and the shower and poolside facilities were great.
We were disappointed that there was only one soap dispenser for the four sinks and there was no washing up liquid and tea towels. The description of the house included these so we didn’t bring anything. I contacted graythwaite and I felt they made it really hard work and weren’t forthcoming with alternatives. There were used towels left in the washing machine which the cleaner kindly apologised when we meet her on our way out.
The house was beautiful and well decorated. Most of the house was warm but the single pane glass and an old storage heater in one of the rooms with an external wall made it unusable on the second night for the baby when the temperature dropped (despite our best efforts to warm it up) so we had to share a room.
We all felt that the house was lovely but was missing the mark with some simple things. For the money we spend and the description of luxury , we had hoped for the small things to be considered.
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8/10 Good
13 November 2024
Family time together
Our autumnal family break was much needed and we enjoyed our stay on the Graythwaite estate in the Bullpen cottage.
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8/10 Good
11 August 2024
Excellent location
Enjoyed our stay at The Bull Pen. Comfortable spacious accommodation and well appointed kitchen. Nespresso coffee machine would have been good!
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10/10 Excellent
30 June 2024
A fabulous place to stay
We had an amazing week staying at the Bull Pen.
We loved the location, the shop and pool were great and we all enjoyed exploring the estate.
The house was clean, well equipped and comfortable and was great for playing hide and seek!
A great holiday and a fabulous place to stay.