Pooley Bridge 2.9 miles. The Hidden Place, a romantic one-bedroom retreat, is tucked away in the idyllic Lake District National Park in Cumbria, near picturesque Pooley Bridge. Ideal for a couple or even two friends, and perched near a lake and boasting stunning views, The Hidden Place offers a tranquil hideaway where you can truly escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. As you step inside The Hidden Place, you’ll be warmed by the homely atmosphere and home-from-home vibe; relax in the sitting area and take in the stunning views, while a woodburning stove casts a comforting glow and invites you to curl up in its embrace. Head into the kitchen/diner, providing all the essentials to cook up a delicious meal, before settling down at the dining table to tuck in over a cold glass of wine. When the evening draws to a close, freshen up in the sleek shower room before retiring to a plush king-size bedroom to catch your beauty sleep, ready for another day of exciting adventures. Adventure awaits on your doorstep, starting with the nearby market town of Penrith, which is packed with a range of shops, eateries, and pubs. Take a stroll around the town and admire the array of Georgian and Victorian architecture, before popping into the bookstore to find your next great read. Spend your morning admiring the stunning natural beauty of Aira Force Waterfall or challenge yourself to a hike up Great Mell Fell before refuelling in one of several inviting pubs nearby. There are various alternative routes to choose from also including the Ullswater Way, Great Strickland Circular Walk and the Hesket Newmarket Loop are all just moments away, while the popular fells of Helvellyn and Skiddaw are near The Hidden Place. With Lodore Falls, Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum all within accessible reach, you’ll never be short of things to see. A stay at The Hidden Place promises to be one to remember.

The picturesque village of Pooley Bridge sits on the northerly edge of Lake Ullswater in the Lake District National Park. The name Pooley came to be due to the forming of a large pool, which was left by the fast flowing River Eamont, and the word Bridge was later added when a bridge, which is now 250 years old, was built over the river. Pooley Bridge has many traditional inns and tempting tea rooms, plus the Ullswater Steamers depart from the village, from where a tranquil cruise down the lake to the villages of Glenridding and Howtown can be enjoyed. There are numerous walks with breathtaking views nearby, plus a short walk up to Dunmallard Hill reveals fascinating Iron-Age remains, whilst the towns of Penrith and Keswick are within driving distance. Pooley Bridge is an ideal base for a cottage holiday stay in the stunning Lake District.

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