Cottage in Cumbria

About this property

Escape to the Irt Valley with this secluded cottage with a mature sheltered garden, and access to a glorious private woodland. This is a nature lover's dream!

Ideally placed to make the most of the western Lake District fells and Cumbrian coastline, this delightful property is a great choice for walkers, cyclists and nature lovers alike. The village of Holmrook is home to a diner, pub and Post Office, while nearby Ravenglass, just 3 miles away, boasts a narrow gauge steam railway that runs up to the fells at Eskdale. Jump in the car and head 3 miles west for Drigg Beach, a paradise for birdwatchers with its wildlife rich dune system. Or head inland to take on one of the Lakeland peaks including the mighty Scafell Pike. Other nearby attractions include Muncaster Castle, 4 miles away and the Georgian harbour town of Whitehaven, 15 miles away. Once a machinery garage, this unique property is now a spacious and light family home with thoughtful attention to detail throughout. An entrance hallway leads to the open plan lounge/diner where there is a table to seat six. Light and airy with inviting sofas, a TV and DVD player and French doors opening onto the patio, this is a homely space for spending time together as a group. Prepare family meals in the good sized kitchen, which is equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Also on the ground floor is a twin bedroom with en suite shower room. Upstairs, a master bedroom with king size bed and an elegant double with skylight windows share a spacious bathroom with separate shower. Step outside to enjoy the beautiful, sheltered garden with dining furniture and wonderful uninterrupted views over the Irt Valley. Beyond this lies 8.5 acres of private wild woodland with twisting paths leading down to the River Irt, perfect for exploring while keeping an eye out for wildlife along the way. There is parking for up to four cars. Need to know: 3 bedrooms 1 ground floor twin, 1 king size and 1 double. 1 ground floor shower room and 1 bathroom with separate shower. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. TV and DVD player. Wi Fi included. Enclosed garden with furniture. There is not currently an EV charging point at Irt Valley View, and charging using the standard household sockets is strictly prohibited. Private woodland which guests are welcome to explore at their own risk children should be supervised at all times. The property is a maternal summer roost to a colony of the rare Soprano Pipistrelle bats this is a species protected by law. Pub 0.5 miles. Parking for up to 4 cars.

Accommodation

Downstairs bedroom, Downstairs bathroom, Enclosed garden / patio, Internet access, Pub within 1 mile, Family friendly, Parking on site / nearby, Cottage, Yes, Yes