Bracken Ground in Coniston | Stunning Yorkshire Dales Group Cottage

About Bracken Ground

Bracken Ground is a five-star luxury property sleeping 10 guests south of Coniston in the Lake District. This ground floor retreat sits within 7 acres of natural grounds alongside a meandering stream. Perfect for group gatherings with its private hot tub and sauna, plus outdoor pizza oven and BBQ. The property offers off-road parking for 10 cars.

The setting is wild and peaceful. Woodland surrounds the property with an extensive lawned garden and pond. You might spot deer crossing the grounds during your stay.

Five bedrooms accommodate groups comfortably. The master king-size features an en-suite shower room with bay window and sitting area. Three additional king-size bedrooms include one with en-suite. A twin bedroom opens onto the rear garden through French doors. Four bathrooms total. Two sitting rooms provide space for everyone. The utility kitchen includes a Jamie Oliver Pizza Oven, dishwasher and dining area with Sky Sports TV.

Coniston Water sits nearby for paddleboarding and lake activities. The Swan Hotel at Newby Bridge offers watersports lessons (8 miles, 15 minutes). Hawkshead village provides shops and cafes (5 miles, 12 minutes). Grizedale Forest offers mountain biking trails (4 miles, 10 minutes).

Bracken Ground combines luxury accommodation with outdoor adventure. Best for active groups wanting walking, climbing and watersports with evening relaxation in the hot tub and sauna.

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating with woodburning stove
✓Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, jamie oliver pizza oven, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, tv with sky hd and sky sports, wifi
✓Fuel, power and starter pack for fire/stove included in rent
✓2 x travel cot and 1 x highchair available
✓Off road parking for 10 cars
✓Extensive lawned garden with woodland and pond
✓Private hot tub and sauna
✓Outdoor bbq and pizza oven
✓Two well-behaved pets welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Pub 1.5 miles
✓Shop 7.5 miles
✓Note: due to rural location wifi speeds &/or availability cannot be guaranteed
✓Please note there is a pond with open access and children should be supervised at the property at all times
✓Towels are provided for use with hot tub

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Bracken Ground

Private Hot Tub and Sauna

Relax after exploring the grounds in your own hot tub and sauna. Perfect for unwinding following Lake District adventures and group activities together.

Stunning Natural Setting

Seven acres of private woodland and gardens with a meandering stream. Guests regularly spot deer crossing the lawns during their stay here.

Extremely Comfortable Beds

All five bedrooms feature high-quality bedding and exceptionally comfortable mattresses. Guests consistently praise the sleeping arrangements and blissful linens throughout.

Jamie Oliver Pizza Oven

The utility kitchen includes a Jamie Oliver Pizza Oven plus outdoor BBQ. Groups love cooking together and dining outdoors in the extensive gardens.

Finished to High Standard

Every detail thoughtfully considered throughout this Five Star property. Better than the pictures with all equipment needed for group stays provided.

Peaceful Woodland Location

Secluded position near Coniston Water surrounded by beautiful scenery. Ideal base for walking, mountain biking and climbing with evening solitude guaranteed.

Getting To Bracken Ground

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Bracken Ground by car, take the A153 towards Spark Bridge. From the village centre cross the river and take the second small road on the left. Turn left at the next junction through Colton, then left at the sign and follow the winding road uphill to the property.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Ulverston, approximately 8 miles away. From there, a taxi will take you through the scenic countryside to Bracken Ground near Coniston.

Off-road parking for 10 cars

Ulverston station (8 miles)

South of Coniston, Lake District

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Coniston Water

Distance: 2 miles

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Grizedale Forest

Distance: 4 miles

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Hawkshead Village

Distance: 5 miles

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Coniston Old Man

Distance: 3 miles

LA21 8DU

Tarn Hows

Distance: 6 miles

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Grizedale Forest Trails

Distance: 4 miles

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Hawkshead Shops

Distance: 5 miles

LA22 0NT

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 8 miles

LA22 9BL

Ulverston Market Town

Distance: 8 miles

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The Swan Hotel Newby Bridge

Distance: 8 miles

LA12 8NB

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 10 miles

LA23 1BJ

Brockhole Visitor Centre

Distance: 11 miles

LA23 1LJ

Coniston Water

Distance: 2 miles

LA21 8AN

Grizedale Forest

Distance: 4 miles

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Hawkshead Village

Distance: 5 miles

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Coniston Old Man

Distance: 3 miles

LA21 8DU

Tarn Hows

Distance: 6 miles

LA22 0PS

Grizedale Forest Trails

Distance: 4 miles

LA22 0QJ

Hawkshead Shops

Distance: 5 miles

LA22 0NT

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 8 miles

LA22 9BL

Ulverston Market Town

Distance: 8 miles

LA12 7LJ

The Swan Hotel Newby Bridge

Distance: 8 miles

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Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 10 miles

LA23 1BJ

Brockhole Visitor Centre

Distance: 11 miles

LA23 1LJ

Is Bracken Ground Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Bracken Ground offers seven acres of natural grounds for children to explore safely. The twin bedroom with French doors suits younger guests. A cot and highchair are available. Families aged 4 to 75 years have stayed comfortably. The outdoor pizza oven provides fun group cooking activities. However, the unfenced pond requires supervision of young children around the garden areas.

Groups Will Love...

The private hot tub and sauna combination makes Bracken Ground exceptional for groups. After days exploring the Lake District through walking, climbing or mountain biking, everyone can unwind together. The hot tub sits within the seven-acre grounds offering peaceful woodland views. Regular maintenance ensures it stays at perfect temperature throughout your stay. Towels are provided specifically for hot tub use.

Pet Friendly

Two well-behaved pets are welcome at Bracken Ground to enjoy the seven acres of natural grounds. The extensive lawned garden and woodland provide excellent walking space directly from the property. Previous guests have used patio chairs to create barriers keeping dogs away from the pond area. The ground floor layout makes access easy for older dogs throughout the accommodation.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Bracken Ground

The Swan Hotel

Located 8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA12 8NB

The Drunken Duck Inn

Located 6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0NG

The Sun Inn Hawkshead

Located 5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0NT

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Bracken Ground

Is Bracken Ground pet friendly?

Yes, two well-behaved pets are welcome at Bracken Ground. A £500 Good Housekeeping bond applies to all bookings at this property.

How many people does the property sleep?

Bracken Ground sleeps 10 guests across five bedrooms including four king-size rooms and one twin. Four bathrooms serve the group with two en-suites in the king-size bedrooms.

What cooking facilities are available?

The utility kitchen features an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. A Jamie Oliver Pizza Oven is provided alongside an outdoor BBQ for group cooking.

Is there parking for large groups?

Off-road parking accommodates 10 cars at Bracken Ground. The property is easily accessible from the A153 with plenty of space for multiple vehicles.

What entertainment is provided?

Two separate sitting rooms offer space for groups to gather or split up. Sky HD and Sky Sports are available in the utility kitchen dining area.

Does the hot tub cost extra?

The private hot tub is included with your booking at no additional cost. Towels are provided specifically for hot tub use during your stay.

Are cots and highchairs available?

Both cots and highchairs are available at Bracken Ground for families with young children. The ground floor layout makes access easy for all ages from 4 to 75 years.

What's nearby for group activities?

Coniston Water offers paddleboarding and lake activities within minutes of the property. Grizedale Forest provides mountain biking trails whilst Hawkshead and Ambleside offer shops and restaurants for groups.

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Bracken Ground Reviews

Amazing place and amazing touches such as a welcome hamper. Perfect secluded location for a weekend in the woods with family

Alexandra

We had a fabulous week here and it suited all of our needs from age 7 to 72! The hot tub and sauna were just what was needed after a days walking in the most spectacular scenery. We did some walks from the doorstep and repeated some of our favourites over the years . The beds were really comfy and there was plenty of room for all of us . We self catered and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook for us all . I think we were all sad to leave and would definitely recommend it to groups of family and friends. The owners kept in touch throughout, although we didnt need to call upon them.

Excellent accommodation with very high quality facilities. Our grandchildren loved the hot tub as did the adults.The garden area, with the stream made a relaxing backdrop for our holiday which we enjoyed despite the weather. Cottage was warm when we arrived and was very comfortable for our stay We would recommend Bracken Ground for families of all ages.

Bracken Ground was absolutely perfect! We had such an amazing weekend and the property is stunning! We loved that it was set in beautiful woodland but was only a short walk to the local pub which was spot on for an afternoon stroll. The house is lovely really well equipped and spotless! The garden is exactly what you need to relax in with the Hot Tub by the pond. The owners were very helpful sending us all the information we needed throughout our stay! Would 100 recommend this place!

Bernie

Bracken Ground was perfect for our new year celebration with three generations of our family including a small baby, a toddler and a five year old. The grounds were spectacular and the dogs absolutely loved exploring them. The hot tub and sauna were very popular too not with the dogs!!. We couldn't fault anything. The decorations all around the outside and inside were so thoughtfully done and really added to the atmosphere. Thank you so much for providing such a great home from home. We hope to be back sometime.

Lovely house in wooded grounds, Hot tub and sauna very popular. We had a fabulous family 4 days, in beautiful surroundings. The house , is very high spec, and caters for all needs. Kitchen is very well equipped.

We have stayed here many times. Bracken Ground is set in really lovely surroundings, just outside of The Lake District national park. The property is well set out, clean, comfortable and well equipped. We have dogs so it's a great holiday for them as well as us. The outdoor sauna and hot tub are great, even in October weather! The surrounding area has some good walks and is incredibly peaceful. The owners messaged us to let us know some information and they had had starlink installed, which helped the previously patchy WiFi. They were very friendly and helpful. Love it here and will be back next year.

This is an outstanding property! Absolutely gorgeous inside and out, finished to a very high standard with every detail thought of. We are a family ranging from 4 75 years and everyone thoroughly enjoyed our stay.Thank you.

We loved every minute. Bracken Ground was just lovely, the house, the grounds are very well maintained and the both the hot tub and pizza oven got lots of use. The beds are extremely comfortable, and the bedding was blissful. Our group was 9, a mix of adults, teens, and kids. Can recommend the paddleboarding lessons at The Swan hotel, Newby Bridge, we did lots of walking and lake activities and it was a joy to return to the solitude and comfort at Bracken Ground. Thanks.

The property was lovely, really nice. In the words of my friend, better than the pictures, and the pictures were nice. The house was really well equipped with everything we could want. It was a very pleasant place to be for a week. Just 2 small points. First is that the directions could be clearer. The property is tricky to find and we spent ages getting there. We thought that it is easiest to get there by starting from the centre of Spark Bridge, over the river, 2nd little road on the left. Left at the next junction, through Colton, left at the sign and then follow the windy road uphill. Second bit of feedback, was we had got up early for a last chill int he hot tub before departing. But the maintenance chap had emptied it and was refilling it with cold water. He shouldn't do that before check out time.

Bracken Ground is a very thoughtfully well put together holiday property in an absolutely stunning location. We really enjoyed our stay, we adored the sauna and hot tub after exploring the beautiful grounds and even saw a deer run across the garden. Relaxing in the lounge in front of that glorious fire after a day of adventuring was such a treat. Our only real issue with the property was the hot tub maintenance, it was cold 20 degrees when we arrived at 4.30pm, not ideal when stood all excited in your bikini after a long drive up there. Then the maintenance van visited at least three times, at least twice pulling up to park right by the bedroom windows with the radio blaring out which seemed very disrespectful of the occupants, especially having paid for a relaxing and restful holiday this happened at 7.30am on the Friday of our break. On the last day the guy came and started faffing with the hot tub at around 8.30, it was a little disruptive and gave a sense of 'off you go' on what was our last little bit of time there. Also as previous occupants have mentioned the knives are in desperate need of a sharpen. Otherwise everything was perfect. We have fallen in love with the Lake District.

Fanatic stay, would highly recommend, could benefit from different heating settings within the bathrooms as these were cold in the mornings one of the showers was not working at all, but this didnt really effect us as there was only me and my husband staying at the property. Hot tub maintenance impressive with 3 checks within a 7day stay, sauna good, could potentially do with fenced in closed in area to stop any incidents with the pond, we used some outside patio chairs by the kitchen doors to prohibit the dogs going on the grass mud or the pond, To help keep the place clean.tv signal in the master bedroom did not work, but we did bring an Amazon tv stick which solved this. We also bought 7 blankets, rugs and throws to keep floors and sofas clean. Overwhelming food package on arrival, this was a lovely touch, could also not fault the amount of kitchen equipment available for everything you could possibly need for your stay. Nice daily visit from the local sheep

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About Bracken Ground

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Private Hot Tub and Sauna

Stunning Natural Setting

Extremely Comfortable Beds

Jamie Oliver Pizza Oven

Finished to High Standard

Peaceful Woodland Location

Getting To Bracken Ground

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Bracken Ground Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Swan Hotel

The Drunken Duck Inn

The Sun Inn Hawkshead

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Bracken Ground Reviews