Wood Hall has an incomparable position on a south-facing hillside, where there has been a known dwelling since the 9th century. Large windows with padded seats look across the River Derwent with a panoramic view of Skiddaw, to the Lorton and Buttermere valleys.
Our converted coachhouse apartment for up to four people in two bedrooms, is welcoming and comfortable, with fresh flowers, books and games. AMPLE PARKING.
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The five and a half acre garden, was designed by international landscape and garden designer
Thomas Mawson in 1910,
and was featured in Cumbria Life magazine in 1998, and in Country Life in June 2000.
There are two stone summerhouses, old and newer trees, beautiful shrubs and rare plants, and is a magnet for wildlife and artists. |
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(Above left) - Looking from the top of the garden at the great drop down the terraced hillside to the smooth green lawn and curved ballustrading where the foundations of the old house still stand. Then beyond to the Lorton Vale and the Buttermere fells. (Above right) - The great copper beech in a sea of wild garlic in May.
Cockermouth, one and a half miles away, is a gem market town with a wide tree-lined and flower-decked main street, individual shops and a new supermarket. There is an interesting museum, two art galleries, and a sports centre with climbing wall and indoor swimming pool.
The traditional pastimes of the Lake District are easily accessible at this quieter end of the National Park. Wood Hall is eight and a half miles from the sea. There are three golf courses within eight miles. Enjoy the wonderful scenery from the air. Scenic flights can be arranged by the owner from Carlisle Airport.
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