Lake District Large Groups Accommodation: Grand Country House Retreat

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Lake District Large Groups Accommodation
Cockermouth
Lake District

Unrivalled Western Lakes Location Near Cockermouth

Set on private grounds between Cockermouth and Workington in the quiet village of Ullock, this grand, newly renovated historic estate is the ultimate destination for large group get-togethers, milestone celebrations, and multi-generational family reunions. Step straight from your door to explore the tranquil Western Lake District fells and waters, including Loweswater, Crummock Water, Buttermere, and Ennerdale. A short drive brings you to the historic market town of Cockermouth for boutique shopping and dining, while local attractions like the Lakes Distillery, Maryport Aquarium, and coastal heritage sites offer ideal day trips for all ages.

Spacious Interiors Built for Entertaining

Dating back centuries, this majestic home seamlessly combines historic period features with high-spec modern luxury across a flexible, multi-wing layout:

  • The Celebration Great Hall: The centerpiece of the house—a breathtaking double-height dining room featuring a massive banqueting table, a warming wood-burning stove, and its own dedicated catering kitchen equipped with an electric oven, hob, wine cooler, dishwasher, and abundant tableware.

  • Main Country Kitchen & Pantry: A chef’s dream featuring a traditional AGA, electric oven and hob, dishwasher, breakfast dining nook, and a walk-in pantry with a large fridge/freezer and microwave.

  • Sociable Living Spaces: Choose between a cosy snug with plush sofas, a Smart TV, and a log burner, or the grand main lounge centered around an original open fireplace and Smart TV.

  • Ground Floor Accessibility: Includes a flexible twin zip-and-link bedroom (convertible to super-king), a modern wet-room shower with WC, and practical boot storage off the entrance porch.

  • 7 Flexible Bedrooms & Luxury Bathrooms Accommodating large parties with ease, the upper levels host six further bedrooms and multiple bathrooms:

  • Master Suite: King-size bed with private en-suite shower room and WC.

  • Executive King Suite: King-size bed with scenic fell views and private en-suite shower room.

  • Additional Bedrooms: Two further spacious king-size bedrooms, plus a adjoining family wing featuring a double room and a bunk room connected by a shared Jack-and-Jill shower room.

  • Family Bathroom: Featuring a classic deep bath with a hand-held shower attachment and WC.

  • Vast Courtyard, Enclosed Garden & Outdoor Facilities

    Outside, the property opens onto a large private courtyard providing off-road parking for up to 6 cars. The rear garden features a paved sun terrace with outdoor dining furniture and a charcoal BBQ, with steps leading down to a private lawn. An external utility outbuilding houses a washing machine, tumble dryer, and secure lockup storage for bikes, kayaks, and walking gear.

    Key Highlights

  • Capacity: Sleeps up to 14+ across 7 bedrooms

  • Event Space: Banquet-style Great Hall with second service kitchen & wine cooler

  • Heating & Ambience: AGA, original open fire, and two wood-burning stoves

  • Parking: Private courtyard parking for up to 6 vehicles

  • Outdoor Space: Rear dining patio, charcoal BBQ, and expansive garden lawns

  • Practicality: Separate utility room with washer/dryer & secure gear storage

  • Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week.

    At a glance

    • NEW for 2020
    • Located on the fringes of The Lake District National Park, with walks from the doorstep
    • Explore the nearby Solway Coast – perfect for your doggy companions
    • Spacious and attractive property ideal for family get-togethers
    • Spectacular views stretching across this majestic countryside
    • Short drive to the historic market towns of Cockermouth and Keswick
    • Enjoy the local attractions including Jennings Brewery, Wordsworth’s House, The Lakes Distillery and The Lake District Wildlife Park as well as the spectacular scenery at Buttermere, Loweswater and Ennerdale

    Sleeps 14, Pet Welcome