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£1,195,000

Knotts Mill Country Lodge Penrith, Matterdale, CA11

Land size
1.5 acres
Bedrooms
7
Bathrooms
7

Description

Knotts Mill Country Lodge is an exceptional seven-bedroom, seven-bathroom property, perfectly positioned in the highly desirable Watermillock area. This property offers a rare combination of modern comfort and natural beauty, making it an ideal choice for a hospitality business or a serene countryside residence. ** Now with 4 Planning Permission options - 1.5 acre Estate **

The main house is designed with three spacious letting bedrooms, all with en-suite bathrooms, providing guests with privacy and luxury. These rooms are thoughtfully decorated to create a warm and inviting atmosphere, ensuring a comfortable stay for all visitors.

The owner's residence comprises a modern two/three-bedroom flat with a large, stylish kitchen and a well appointed lounge, offering ample room for relaxation and entertainment. Large windows allow natural light to flood the space creating an airy and tranquil environment. This part of the residence is perfect for owners who wish to enjoy a quiet retreat while remaining close to the property's main facilities.

Additionally, the property boasts a contemporary attached two-bedroom holiday let. This accommodation, with its spacious lounge - diner with vaulted ceiling is ideal for extended stays or additional guests, with contemporary amenities and furnishings that ensure a wonderful stay. The south facing patio has views to the beautiful High Street range of mountains on the far side of Ullswater.

Externally, there is a five-bay oak frame garage providing extensive parking and storage options. There is additional ample parking, ensuring convenience for guests and owners.
The estate spans approximately 1.5 acres with mature gardens and woodland that offer a peaceful and picturesque setting.

Location
The property's location in Watermillock offers more than just beautiful scenery. Ullswater, located a short distance from the property, features a yacht club and several marinas, as well as the renowned Ullswater Steamers for scenic lake cruises. Guests can enjoy a wealth of outdoor activities, from hiking iconic Lakeland fells to leisurely walks by the lake.

The lake road provides scenic connections to village shops and schools, making daily errands convenient while living in a tranquil environment. The market town of Penrith and the M6 motorway are easily accessible, offering excellent national road and rail links.

Services
Mains Water, Electricity
Septic tank
LPG Gas central Heating

A copy of the Planning Permission is available on request

EPC & Council Band
EPC - D
Council Tax - C - Business Rated

Disclaimer
These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general guideline and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending Purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. The services, systems, and appliances shown may not have been tested and has no guarantee as to their operability or efficiency can be given. All floor plans are created as a guide to the lay out of the property and should not be considered as a true depiction of any property and constitutes no part of a legal contract.

These particulars are intended to give a fair and accurate description of the property but their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not constitute or form part of an offer or contract. All measurements are approximate. None of the services, appliances or fittings have been tested by David Britton Estates and prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to their condition by inspection or through their own advisers. No person in the employment of David Britton Estates has authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Some images may have been digitally enhanced for marketing purposes and may not fully reflect the property's current appearance.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-08-19

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 778 Homes with Land listings in North West England (1+ acres).

This Property£796,667 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £189,481 / acre
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Utilities & Restrictions

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Parking
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Garden
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Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

10 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 67% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

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Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Penruddock Primary School4 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    48
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Patterdale CofE Primary School4.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    23
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Stainton CofE Primary School5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    112
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Greystoke Primary School5.9 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    51
    Type
    Community school
  • Yanwath Primary School5.9 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    166
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

Secondary

  • Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith6.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,026
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Ullswater Community College7.1 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,520
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Keswick School11 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,208
    Type
    Academy converter
  • The Lakes School13 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    445
    Type
    Community school
  • Appleby Grammar School15 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    357
    Type
    Academy converter

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Amenities

Supermarket

Aldi Pooley Bridge Penrith, Penrith6.9 miles
Iceland Penrith, Penrith6.9 miles
Asda Bridge Lane Express Petrol, Penrith7.1 miles

GP surgery

Glenridding Health Centre4.2 miles

Pharmacy

Well7.1 miles

Hospital

Penrith Hospital7.2 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Penrith North Lakes Rail Station7 miles

Nearest bus stop

Gowbarrow Cottages86 metres

Typical drive times

Keswick23 min · 17 miles
Penrith12 min · 8.5 miles
Ambleside23 min · 14 miles
Carlisle (city)33 min · 27 miles
Appleby-in-Westmorland27 min · 21 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

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