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Bronte School House: spacious cottage steeped in history
- Cottage
- Sleeps: 5
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Half Baths: 1
- Min Stay: 3–7 nights
Superbly located for exploring both the Lake District & the Yorkshire Dales
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Notes on bedrooms: Bedroom 1: king sized brass bed with pocket sprung matress. Bedroom 2: two 3 ft single iron beds with pocket sprung matresses. Bedroom 3: double brass edwardian bed with pocket sprung matress. A travel cot is also available and a single roll-out futon matress if required. Please note that although Homeaway website automatically designates this property as "Low- allergen" (because we have a no pets and no smoking policy) we do have feather duvets, pillows and cushions in the property.
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Fireplace
- TV
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1, Half Baths: 1
- Toilet 1ToiletToilet and washbasin
- Bathroom 1Toilet, tub, showerClaw footed bath; standalone shower; toilet and washbasin
- Ground floor - bathroom with claw foot bath, separate shower, toilet and wash basin. First floor – toilet and wash basin.
Safety features
- Deadbolt lock
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
- Fire extinguisher
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- Mountain
- Rural
- Village
- RiverLeck Beck stream runs just the other side of the garden wall
General
- HeatingElectric thermostatically controlled central heating system.
- Linens ProvidedBed linen provided.
- Washing Machine
- FireplaceWood burning stove in the lounge. Kindling and a large basket of logs provided.
- ParkingPrivate off-road parking for two vehicles by the cottage
- InternetPrices include unlimited superfast free Wi-fi at the property.
- Towels ProvidedTowels provided.
- Wireless Internet
- Wood StoveWood burning stove in the lounge. Kindling and a large basket of logs provided.
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Shampoo
- Basic Soaps
- Living RoomSpacious lounge with ample comfortable seating, wood-burning stove, books, magazines, TV with digital free view, DVD player, DVDs. Separate dining room with 6-seater table, books and games.
Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Oven
- Microwave
- Grill
- Coffee MakerLarge and small cafetieres
- Toaster
- Dishes & UtensilsCrockery, cutlery and general kitchenware including teapot and cafetieres are provided.
- Kitchen
- Kettle
- Dining table
Dining
- Seating for 6 people
- Dining Room
- Childs Highchair
- DiningSeparate dining room with georgian cast iron columns & wood panelling housing a six-seater table & chairs; cushioned window seat. A child's adjustable booster seat is available if required
- Dining table
Entertainment
- TelevisionTelevision with 75 Freeview channels, i-player, All 4 and ITV hub
- DVD PlayerSelection of DVDs for your viewing
- BooksLibrary including all Bronte novels and childrens books
- GamesChildren's games plus playing cards, backgammon, etc.
- Games for Kids
- Video LibrarySelection of DVDs for your viewing
Outside
- Lawn/GardenLarge private garden with table and chairs and plenty of room for children to play.
- Outdoor Furniture
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 14 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed
No pets - Sorry not even small well behaved ones!Sorry not even small well behaved ones!
No events
No smoking - No smoking or vaping allowed in the houseNo smoking or vaping allowed in the house
Max guests: 5
Cleaning practices
High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant (like countertops, light switches, handles, and faucets)
Cleaned with disinfectant
Minimum 2-day vacancy between guest stays
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
All towels and bedding washed in hot water that’s at least 60ºC/140ºF
Property has guest safety measures
Follows industry health association: Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
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Hosted by Sandra Barker
Ask a questionAbout Sandra Barker
My husband and I are both fanatical about old properties so you can imagine when we discovered this property standing empty, as indeed it had for 30 years, we were just so excited! And then to find that this was the very school infamised by Charlotte Bronte in Jane Eyre just ratcheted up that excitement. This building was crying out for someone to care for it, to breathe life back into it; that someone was me! Being a keen traveller myself I know that accommodation is key to a good trip. Finding somewhere built in the local vernacular, that feels warm & welcoming and that also provides 21st century comforts is vital to making you feel part of, and at home in, wherever in the world you happen to be. This is what I’ve striven for, and I do believe achieved, in Bronte School House. I look forward to warmly welcoming you!
Sandra Barker purchased this Cottage in 2008
Why Sandra Barker chose Cowan Bridge
Walk into Bronte School House and you fall in love with it! The old stone limewashed walls and the ancient floorboards welcome you home. The Lune Valley where it sits really is one of those hidden gems - perfectly located for exploring both the Lake District & the Yorkshire Dales - with luscious green rolling countryside it truly captures you in its beauty; this is quintessential english countryside at its best.
- Languages:
- english