My background is as a yoga teacher and aromatherapist with over 20 years’ experience with a style heavily influenced by India and the Buddhist and Hindu cultures. I like a space to feel light, zen, and uncluttered so that it invites a feeling of deep calm and relaxation, whilst also being a home away from home.  I teach retreats all over the world and this is my own little retreat in the Lake District.

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Being close to water is very calming and serene and within minutes of being at Abbott Moss, you forget all the stresses of everyday life. I hope that you will love my home as much as I do.

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Lara 

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You will be able to enjoy Julia's lovely homemade cake and 1/2 dozen free range eggs from her own hens!

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RECENT REVIEWS

A VERY SPECIAL PROPERTY INDEED

By Sharon Kemp on 03-Aug-2025

A very special property indeed We only wish that we could have enjoyed an extended visit to your home. We were very sorry to be leaving. Thank you for sharing this property with us.

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ABBOTT MOSS IS THE MOST PERFECT RETREAT

By Sandra Starkey on 30-May-2025

I don't know where to start. Abbot Moss is the most wonderful place to stay. Its setting in a lovely rural location, down a private road and with its own lake is beautiful and tranquil. The geese, ducks, pheasants, oyster catchers, birds of prey, sheep and lambs, rabbits and squirrels are all around together with an abundance of insect life which is heartening. The house is full of light and has beautiful views from every aspect. It's a loved house, very comfortable and practical and each room is a joy of colour, warmth and comfort. It has everything you might need to enjoy your stay. There are useful villages nearby and we found everyone friendly and helpful. Each trip around the locality is so lovely, there's no need to travel far. Walks and wildlife are all around. There's a lovely welcome when you arrive and Julia is so helpful and clearly loves Abbot Moss and making you feel welcome. The house is immaculately presented and she provides fresh eggs from her hens and a very good home made cake. Thank you very much Julia.

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A TRULY FABULOUS STAY

By Jacqueline on 07-Apr-2025

A truly fabulous stay. Abbott Moss is even better than the photos!!! - first the location is stunning breath-taking scenery, with a view of the lake from most windows to constantly watch and enjoy. nicely tucked away to feel secluded yet close to drive to all the attractions and go walking. Inside is beautifully appointed. Upstairs with really good sized bedrooms and comfortable beds . Stylish fittings and good sized bathrooms. Downstairs -kitchen with aga and dining area with bay window a delight to cook in. Extremely well equipped. Everything we wanted and more⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Jacqueline, Harrogate Mar 2025

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EVERYTHING WAS SUPERB

By Judith Woodward on 16-Mar-2025

Everything was superb..we’ve recommended it to some friends who have booked a week in June. We’ll go back too!

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WHAT A STUNNING HOUSE!

By Nigel Dentith on 03-Feb-2025

What a stunning house in a fabulous location! If you want to get away from it all in style this is the place for you. It’s quite remote but that makes it special for me. Down a long private road you arrive at this lovely lakeside home. The views of the lake from the house are spectacular. Once inside the house you can see & feel the quality of a homely and comfortable house well thought outwith nice touches including the Sonos system, Log burner & a great Aga. Everything from the beds, linen, cutlery, kitchen utensil’s etc were of a very high standard. The furnishings were exceptional.

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CHRISTMAS WONDERLAND

By Olivia McLaughlin on 03-Jan-2025

An absolutely amazing home for a Christmas break. Julia and Tamar were fantastic in looking after us, the house is superb- homely yet spacious, super clean and a rural retreat. We shall be back

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THE PERFECT HOLIDY COTTAGE

By Margaret Bailey on 21-Oct-2024

Had a lovely time - even with the awful weather ! Was great to have milk ,eggs etc on arrival - might suggest a small loaf of bread instead of one of the cakes. Delicious cakes tho. Look forward to coming again.Margaret Tips for other travellers

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THIS HOUSE IS AMAZING!

By Kay Taylor on 07-Jul-2024

The house is just amazing & the furnishings and decor are fabulous. It is equipped with everything that you could possibly need and we especially loved the Aga. It’s set in a beautiful peaceful location but not too far from villages with shops and pubs. It’s not very often that you find somewhere this fabulous that is dog friendly and our whippet loved playing in the large garden. We will definitely be back.

Absolute Heaven

By Ben Seymour on 15-Aug-2024

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OUR BEST HOLIDAY - EVER!

This was the quickest I've ever relaxed into a summer holiday. The space and setting, the lake and wildlife, the peace and quiet were all wonderful. The local area was also wonderful to explore - mountain biking trails at nearby Coombes Wood, some great tracks and trails along the Pennine Way, and short drive to Ullswater to enjoy The Lakes. Time moved delightfully slowly, and certainly out first thought as we departed, was that we can;t wait to come back.

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A BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY HOUSE IN A BEAUTIFUL LOCATION

By Angela Higginson on 26-May-2024

A beautiful country house in a beautiful, extremely quiet location. The house is very tastefully decorated with all high end mod cons and a beautiful Aga in the kitchen. Having its own private lake complete with swans, geese and ducks, it is very peaceful and a perfect place to reconnect with nature. A place to unwind with lots of things to see in the local vicinity.

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