A GUEST house located near the shores of Windermere is up for sale for almost £1million.

The Knoll Country House, Lakeside, Ulverston, has eight bedrooms and is on the market for £995,000.

A listing for the hotel, by H&H Land & Estates, said: “Delightful award-winning Country House set in delightful, landscaped gardens.

“Offering eight letting bedrooms (all en-suite) as well as separate self-contained owner/staff accommodation or separate holiday let with hot tub.

“In superb order throughout. Excellent opportunity. Energy Rating: C.

“The Knoll is a well-established award-winning country guest house, situated in the Lake District National Park close to Windermere with its host of visitor attractions, including the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Steam Railway, Lakeside Steamers with trips up the Lake as far as Ambleside.

“The property is presented in superb order, offering comfortable accommodation in a convenient position.

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“Many of the original features remain and include a beautifully ornate staircase, coloured glass staircase window, Victorian tiled floor, fireplaces, ornate coving and picture rails.

“There is an understated elegance throughout the property, a lovely calm space to relax and enjoy after a day out in the hustle and bustle of the Lake District towns, or after strenuous day of exploring the fells.

“Set in landscaped gardens and grounds in a natural woodland setting.

“All the letting bedrooms have been refurbished as well as the owners separate accommodation.

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“There is a staff accommodation which is currently occupied by the owner.

“Certified accounts from the owner's Chartered Accountants are available on request.”