Title: Countryside House - Gateway to Lakes National Park Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Countryside House - Gateway to Lakes National Park Family-friendly cottage in Kendal ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92340000/92332200/92332137/751c966e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92340000/92332200/92332137/9d843264.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92340000/92332200/92332137/abff8fa7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92340000/92332200/92332137/81d23294.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92340000/92332200/92332137/52da4af3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to the charming Hollins Nook, a traditional stone cottage at the gateway to Lake District National Park. Enjoy a relaxing break by an electric log burner or explore historic towns and villages nearby with modern comforts like WiFi, Smart TV with Netflix/Disney+, quality Egyptian cotton linen, and ample storage space. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Countryside House - Gateway to Lakes National Park Summary: A hidden gem at the gateway to the Lake District National Park. This traditional stone cottage is packed full of character and charm, complete with electric log burner for a relaxing break, outdoor adventure or exploring the countryside with your family. Perfect for exploring the historic towns and villages close by with a 10 minute drive from Lake Windermere & all the Lake District National Park has to offer. The Space: Hollins Nook has been refurbished to enhance its traditional Victorian heritage whilst drawing upon inspiration from Scandi Design and the Cumbrian landscape to create an interior that is modern, warm, and inviting. Living Room - Cosy living space with plenty of seating after a long day of walking in the countryside and exploring the Lake District National Park, complete with electric fire. Board games and book are located underneath the TV. Kitchen / Dining Area - Beautifully equipped kitchen with fridge, freezer, electric oven &hob, dishwasher, microwave, kettle and cafetiere. For dining there is a extendable dining table with 5 seats. Laundry - Eco Washer / Dryer. Bathroom - Bath / Shower with quality towels and essential amenities provided. Master bedroom - Kingsize bed with quality Egyptian cotton linen, ample handing space made from silver birch & bedside tables. Hairdryer provided. Snug - Single bed with quality linen, with Smart TV so you can access Netflix, Disney+ etc. perfect room for children to sleep and hang out. Attic Bedroom - Super King Ziplock Bed with quality Egyptian cotton linen, ample storage space with chest of draws and hanging space made from silver birch with bedside table. The beds are set as a king size with 2 duvets, but we can change this upon request. Internet - Wifi available. Entertainment - 32 Inch Smart TV to log into Netflix/Amazon Prime/NOWTV/Apple TV and Disney+ accounts. Also available is Sky TV with Sky Movies. Books and Games located in the living room. Smart TV located in the snug with Netflix etc. Utility Room - Iron & Board, Hoover, High Chair. You're also more than welcome to store your boots after a long walk in countryside. On sunny evenings there is space to sit outside on the patio and enjoy a drink whilst reflecting on your day exploring the Lakes District National Park. We have space for parking one car next to the property and another by the cottage, please see guest guide for further details. Guest Access: There is parking for one car next to the property and another opposite our property, instructions will be given upon bookings and before check in. It is a keyless entry, the code will be sent 2 days before check in. The Neighborhood: Burneside village is in a green valley conveniently located at the Gateway to the Lake District National Park, a stones throw from the market town of Kendal, and a short 10 minute journey to the centre of the Lakes. The village has the River Kent running through it which also forms part of the popular Dales Way, an 80 mile walk between Bowness-on-Windermere within the National Park and Ilkley. The village itself has an excellent chip shop (fish and chips are AMAZING), a railway station, pub and a convenience store just a few minutes walk away, and is a 5 minute drive from Carrus Green Golf Club. Getting Around: Excellent and convenient location for everything the Lake District, National Park has to offer. CAR Easy access to Hollins Nook from junction 36 on the M6 motorway (13 minutes drive) A private parking space is available next to our cottage. Car journey takes 10 minutes to Windermere village. TRAIN Burneside train station is a 6 minute walk away with trains direct to Windermere (takes 11 minutes) and Kendal (takes 4 minutes) or Oxenholme station on the West Coast mainline (takes 9 minutes). Trains direct from London Euston to Oxenholme (takes 3 hours) Trains direct from Edinburgh and Glasgow to Oxenholme (take 2 hours) WALK Lovely walks along the River Kent to Staveley local village pubs takes 1 hour (The Eagle and Child is fab!) and the busy market town of Kendal takes 44 minutes or 15 minutes on a bike. BUS Hourly bus service to Kendal bus station & shops, takes 11 minutes from Burneside Church. Regular open top buses into Lakes- Ambleside, Grasmere, Coniston, Keswick etc… from Windermere train station. Other Things to Note: No smoking No parties / events Please be aware that the dogs are not allowed on the furniture or beds, upstairs or left in the house alone in the property for long periods of time. Interaction with Guests: I am contactable if needed. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - In the mountains ### Things to do - Golfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102880000/102872600/102872577/bd7b8c2e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 Bed House - Sleeps 4 - Garden - Parking - Wifi Kendal - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Parking available - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=102872577&PinnedHotelID=102872577&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116300000/116293000/116292929/fa930538.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3-bed Victorian Townhouse - Garden, Free Parking Kendal - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Parking available 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=116292929&PinnedHotelID=116292929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96660000/96658400/96658326/e5b10cef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Windermere Windermere - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=96658326&PinnedHotelID=96658326&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102150000/102143300/102143234/db813095.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Romantic getaway, little two bed, two bath barn conversion with amazing views & parking Ambleside - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-15&selected=102143234&PinnedHotelID=102143234&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33589800/33589740/25bb0d4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Detached, romantic, homely barn. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts cash On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 6420a7cb3c5595002b03b093 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.35266%2C-2.76384&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=IQQq3DwL74rr0Oq6jmQMgbQ6dgM=) Burneside, England #### What's nearby - Kendal Castle - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles - Brewery Arts Centre - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles - Sizergh Castle - 9 min drive - 7.2 miles - Lake Windermere - 12 min drive - 8.3 miles - Lyth Valley - 12 min drive - 2.3 miles #### Getting around - Burneside Station - 6 min walk #### Restaurants - ‪Duke of Cumberland - ‬5 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪The New Union - ‬4 min drive - ‪Fold Coffee - ‬5 min drive - ‪Stramongate Chip Shop - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Countryside House - Gateway to Lakes National Park pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Countryside House - Gateway to Lakes National Park? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Countryside House - Gateway to Lakes National Park? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Countryside House - Gateway to Lakes National Park located? > This family-friendly Kendal cottage is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lyth Valley, Kendal Museum and The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition. Brewery Arts Centre and Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry are also within 3 miles (5 km). Burneside Station is 6 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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