Yurt in lovely Lakeland setting - Cumbria

If you would enjoy a unique experience in a beautiful location then this could be the exchange for you. Based on a traditional Mongolian design this locally crafted Yurt is situated in a stunning position in the grounds of Rydal Hall, Rydal nr Ambleside.

Wood burning stove, supplied with wood.
Wood floors and locking double doors .
Sleeps 4. Double bed and 2 single beds.

Clear dome to ceiling so you are able to go to sleep watching the stars.
Movable Hammock.

Cooking area with double calor gas hob and water supply closeby. Cooking utensils. Rechargeable lighting.

Table and chairs. Large Cool box and freezer packs.

Communal, modern, attractive toilet block with showers 50 yds up the hill on campsite with freezer and electric power points.

Car Parking Outside

Launderette in Ambleside.

The Yurt is a few metres from Rydal Beck which has a spectacular series of stunning waterfalls and plunge pools for swimming in. Situated by a waterfall and close to the grot this is an area that inspired the poet William Wordsworth who lived a short distance at Rydal Mount[open to public] for 30 yrs.

From the small hamlet of Rydal there are a wide variety of beautiful walks including the Fairfield horseshoe, Loughrigg and its Terraces, Red Screes etc.

Helvellyn and Striding Edge are a short distance. Lower level walks can take you around Rydal Water, Rydal Cave, Grasmere[lake] or you can follow the River Rothay to Ambleside.

Rydal Hall is a historic house now used as a Christian Centre that provides accommodation for individuals and groups. It is set in 30 acres of grounds and there is open access throughout. Enjoy the restored formal Mawson gardens, the reflective quite garden with its historic `grot` and waterfall vista or roam into the woodland with its unusual sculpture path. Take time out at the Old Schoolroom tea room or tea gardens looking onto Rydal Beck waterfalls. Wander up to the Organic garden or view the hydro electric scheme, fed from Rydal Beck, which powers the campsite.

There are an abundance of historic sites and National Trust properties within a short distance including Rydal Mount, Dove Cottage, Wray Castle, Allan Bank, Townend, Blackwell, Brockhole, RHS Holehird and a variety of other venues.

Plenty to do and see from this central Lakeland property.
Great site for children with plenty to explore

About the location

Rydal village is at the centre of the English Lakes. Whilst towns like Ambleside and Keswick heave with visitors the beautiful walled grounds of Rydal Hall can be a quiet haven with enough to explore in the immediate vicinity for every age group. From Ghyll scrambling, fell walking and running, swimming and woodland walks you can happily leave the car standing and enjoy the surroundings at your leisure.

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