Tongue Cottage – A one bedroomed, luxury cottage for two
With uninterrupted views looking towards both the Pennines and the Fells over Ullswater in the Lake District, this luxury self catering cottage provides an ideal base to enjoy an unforgettable break at any time of year.
News from Tongue Cottage and Special Offers
Happy New Year – Pete and I want to thank everyone who stayed with us last year and particularly those who chose to return. We had a successful year and have met such wonderful people. Its fabulous to see the passion for the great outdoors and the appreciation of the beautiful environment we live in. If you haven’t stayed with us before, but are considering it, do look at the reviews. They reinforce the positive experience people have when staying at Tongue Cottage.
Winter at Tongue Cottage Unlike much of the UK, we have been fortunate to have missed the extreme weather here such as thick snow and gales. It has been FREEZING though, but clear sunny skies which has been fantastic for walking. Our pet sheep stand at the fence every morning waiting for additional feed and hay, and although there is still adequate grass in the fields we often ‘cave in’ to their anticipatory faces!! We love our sheep – such characters.
Walking in the winter months – You get such a different perspective when walking at this time of the year, the light is incredible. The ground and conditions can be challenging though, so if you are staying with us through the winter, do make sure you bring all the equipment to keep you warm and safe. Microspikes for your boots if the ground is icy or snowy is a must. Handwarmers for inside your gloves are a great idea too.
Tongue Cottage is an ideal place to visit at any time of the year, but currently its a perfect time.
We’d love to see you… please get in touch
Sarah & Pete Gardner xx
Call now on 07876490694 or email
Dating back to 1746, Tongue Cottage is a delightful one bedroomed property in Watermillock. An area of outstanding natural beauty within the Lake District National Park we are only a mile from Ullswater. It provides a unique location for walking, honeymoons, or romantic getaways. Tongue Cottage is perfect for that special anniversary, birthday or simply for those just wanting to relax.
Located next to the owners’ home, but still maintaining solitude and privacy, Tongue Cottage is surrounded by open fields and is a haven for wildlife. Red squirrels regularly visit the gardens, as well as a huge variety of birds – including greater spotted woodpeckers, tawny and barn owls, tree creepers and nuthatches. The natural pond within the grounds regularly attracts herons and greylag geese.
There are walks directly from the doorstep, including Aira Force and Gowbarrow (Airy Crag). Little Mell Fell, one of ‘the Wainwrights’, is directly behind the cottage. Ideal for an evening walk to watch the sun set.
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Ullswater
Tongue Cottage is ideally located for exploring the Lake District. Ullswater, one of the most stunning lakes within the National Park is only a mile away. It is perfect for swimming, kayaking/ canoeing, or walking the many paths that run along its shoreline. Alternatively you can book onto one of the Ullswater Steamers that run from various points along the lake in order to experience a different perspective on this incredible landscape.
For those who love walking, many of the popular fells are close, including Place Fell, Hallin Fell, Sheffield Pike, St Sundays Crag and Helvellyn. For those wanting a longer challenge, the 20-mile Ullswater Way passes close to the cottage.