Duke of Portland Boathouse, Ullswater Luxury Lake District Holiday Cottage

30/07/2026

Our sister company cumbriancottageholidays.co.uk is hiring, see below for details.

🔨 WE'RE HIRING – PART-TIME HANDYMAN 🔨
Are you semi-retired but not quite ready to put the tools away? Or perhaps you're looking for a rewarding part-time role where no two days are ever the same?

Cumbrian Cottage Holidays is looking for a reliable, practical handyman to join our friendly independent team.

🏡 About the role
Working across our portfolio of holiday cottages throughout Cumbria and the Lake District, you'll turn your hand to a wide variety of jobs, including:
🔧 General property maintenance
🛁 Fixing leaks and minor repairs
🎨 Painting and decorating
🌿 Gardening and outdoor maintenance
📋 Completing a small amount of administration.

What we're looking for
✔ Someone who can tackle a variety of maintenance tasks
✔ Practical, reliable and takes pride in their work
✔ Available to work every Friday plus one additional day each week (by arrangement)
✔ Full UK driving licence and own vehicle essential

If you enjoy variety, meeting new people and helping us keep our holiday cottages looking their very best, we'd love to hear from you.

📧 Please send your CV to [email protected]

30/07/2026

Catstycam - Outdoor Clothing & Equipment captured this image this morning, we hope our guests are enjoying their time on the lake and in the boathouse.

If you are in the area and looking for outdoor clothing and equipment Catstycam is the place to go, friendly staff offering help and advise to all their customers, old and new.

We only have a handful of dates available in August if you are looking for a summer getaway, check availability here.

https://www.cumbriancottageholidays.co.uk/cottages/duke-of-portland-boathouse-pooley-bridge-ullswater/

Happy Thursday folks, an actual boat at the Duke of Portland boathouse! ❤️

28/05/2026

☀️ It’s hot, hot, hot in Pooley Bridge today — but don’t worry, we know the perfect place to cool down! 💦

Relax on the jetty, soak up the views, or take a refreshing dip in beautiful Lake Ullswater. 🌊

Our Boathouse is the ultimate summer escape, and we still have some last-minute availability waiting for you.

Find your cool place this summer 👉https://www.cumbriancottageholidays.co.uk/cottages/duke-of-portland-boathouse-pooley-bridge-ullswater/

27/04/2026

📣What a fab review, thank you. 🥰

If you have something special to celebrate, or even if you don't but want to treat yourself to something unique and spectacular, then The Duke of Portland Boathouse is for you! An utter gem of chic luxury in probably the best location in all of the magnificent Lake District.

An easy walk to all that Pooley Bridge has to offer, but utter tranquility and harmony once you close the heavy oak door, manoeuvre through the well-equipped kitchen and snug bedroom (with solid copper bath discretely overlooking Ullswater) and out onto the magnificent balcony with panoramic views over the entire lake and surrounding fells! There is no better, more romantic or breathtaking spot for a sundowner or early morning coffee anywhere in the world!
I'm not one to quote Tina Turner of Kirsty Allsopp and sidekick Phil, but this is Simply The Best and the most magnificent Location Location Location you could possibly imagine!!

We loved being the Duke and Duchess of Portland, but for far too brief a reign......
Hugely and unreservedly recommended!..

We still have a few dates in May available, check out availability here
https://www.cumbriancottageholidays.co.uk/cottages/duke-of-portland-boathouse-pooley-bridge-ullswater/

01/04/2026

We have been trying to keep this quiet for some time but unfortunately the local paper have now found out and printed the article below.

Mermaid spotted near historic Ullswater boathouse

Workers at the historic lakeside building say several early-morning starts have resulted in them seeing a “figure with a shimmering tail” close to the shoreline. The sightings have prompted plenty of curiosity amongst the staff and visitors staying at the boathouse.

Staff have fondly named the shimmering figure “Duchess of Ullswater”, 'Duchie" for short.

A spokesperson said the name felt fitting for the lake’s supposed new inhabitant. “Ullswater has always been full of stories and legends, so it’s nice to think a mermaid might have chosen to settle here,” they said.

While there is, of course, no scientific evidence that mermaids inhabit the lake, the tale is spreading quickly throughout the local community with crowds flocking to the Boathouse to see if they can catch a glimpse.

Visitors are being encouraged to keep an eye on the water – just in case Duchie decides to appear again and Cumbrian Cottage Holidays are offering a free night at the Boathouse for the first photographer to capture the mermaid.

Book a night at the boathouse and see if you are lucky enough to catch a glimpse of this mythical creature
https://www.cumbriancottageholidays.co.uk/cottages/duke-of-portland-boathouse-pooley-bridge-ullswater/

09/03/2026

Thank you Joseph for a fantastic 5* review.

We love hearing from our guests and always take your comments on board to help us to continue to improve the service and facilities we offer.

Read all of our guest reviews at https://www.upfrontreviews.com/reviews/20472/cumbrian-cottage-holidays/duke-of-portland-boathouse-pooley-bridge-ullswater/527731/

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05/03/2026

Spring has reached Ullswater and the weather over the last few days certainly confirms longer sunnier days are ahead.

Wordsworth discovered "a host of golden daffodils" whilst exploring Ullswater, could these be descendants of those very daffodils? Either way they are a promise of lighter nights, spring sunshine, and frolicking lambs.

What is your favourite time of year to visit the Lake District?

Book your Duke of Portland Boathouse spring break here https://www.cumbriancottageholidays.co.uk/cottages/duke-of-portland-boathouse-pooley-bridge-ullswater/

24/02/2026

The days are growing longer, the snow drops are lining the hedges, crocuses are blooming and the daffodils are starting to peak through.

What are the first signs you notice that tell you Spring is on the way?

https://www.cumbriancottageholidays.co.uk/cottages/duke-of-portland-boathouse-pooley-bridge-ullswater/

23/01/2026

Have you got the January blues? Book a last minute escape to the Boathouse, it is guaranteed to turn your frown 😢 upside down 😃. The last 2 remaining nights for January are 25th and 27th, now reduced to only £295.

Click on the link below to follow us on our new WhatsApp channel and be the first to learn about last minute deals and cancellations.

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To make a booking visit our website https://www.cumbriancottageholidays.co.uk/cottages/duke-of-portland-boathouse-pooley-bridge-ullswater/