Lorna's at the Grange - UK11565

About this property

Ideal for a couple, this is a perfect base for exploring the Lake District National Park or spending a day at the beach.. All on the

Ground Floor:

Living room: 25" Freeview TV, Sofa Bed (Double) (Flexible Sleeping Only)

Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.

Electric storage heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Patio and garden furniture (shared with owner). Landscaped grounds with sitting-out area and garden furniture (shared with other properties on-site). Electric car charging point. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced stream in the grounds, 100 yards away.. This spacious ground floor apartment has been converted from part of a grand, stone-built cottage dating back to the 1600s and is perfect for a country retreat in Loweswater. Lorna’s at The Grange is newly listed for 2019 and features a comfortable double bedroom which has been tastefully decorated with neutral décor and complemented with high quality furnishings. Just along the hall is a shower room and a spacious kitchen/dining room. The living room with flatscreen TV completes the picture. This apartment is set within mature landscaped grounds and offers superb views across the countryside towards Loweswater. You can catch a glimpse of the lake from the grounds and where better to stay than this virtually unspoilt part of The Lake District National Park.

The properties are located just 600 yards from the lake and are accessed along a quiet country lane. Loweswater is one of the smallest lakes in the Lake District with the village of Loweswater being set on the banks of the lake itself. Nestled in a wooded valley in The Vale of Lorton, it is the first link in a chain of lakes including Crummock Water and Buttermere. If you like to explore and enjoy walking, hiking, climbing or cycling, you have a vast expanse of natural Lakeland scenery to explore, including many of the 214 Wainwright peaks within easy reach. Some of the lower fells include Low Fell, Blake Fell and Gravel Fell to the west, with Mellbreak to the south and to the east. There are some more challenging routes around Grasmoor at 2,795ft. The area boasts beautiful flora and fauna as well as an abundance of wildlife including buzzards, kestrels, ospreys and red squirrels. A trip to Loweswater wouldn’t be the same without a trip to the local hostelry, 2 miles, famous for its great food and award winning beer, ’Loweswater Gold’.

The surrounding area has many attractions and places to visit. The popular town of Cockermouth is just 7 miles away. With a delightful selection of independent shops, restaurants, coffee shops, delicatessens and pubs serving a variety of craft ales, it makes a great day out. It’s also the birthplace of William Wordsworth and home the famous Jennings Brewery, nestled beneath the castle walls. If you fancy a day at the seaside, you have a great beach at St Bees Head, 13 miles, with a long stretch of golden sand and plenty of great walking and cycling routes. For golfers there are a number of courses in the area, the nearest being Workington, 7 miles. Whinlatter Forest, 8 miles, has some gentle family cycling trails, or high adrenaline tree top adventure at Go Ape. Or continue along the Whinlatter Pass to Keswick, 12 miles, to find everything this bustling town has to offer. The Lake District Wildlife Park at Bassenthwaite, 11 miles, offers a really wild day out with over 100 species of wild animals. Whether you want peace and quiet, woodland walks, adventurous climbing, picturesque scenery or just a great base for walking or cycling, this is the ideal base. Beach 13 miles. Shop 5¼ miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

Lorna’s at the Grange can be booked together with Jose’s at the Grange (UK1353) and Lucy’s at the Grange (UK11519) to accommodate up to 13 guests.

Free WiFi

If a guest wants to book a hot tub for these properties: The guest needs to contact the hot tub hire company direct, the phone no of Cumbria hot tubs in Barrow is 07810 76492 or alternatively Lake district Hot tubs in Workington,the phone no is 07703 046523, the choice is yours; there is a £50.00 surcharge payable on arrival to us to cover water and electricity costs.

Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.

There is open water in the property grounds.

Suitable for up to 2 pets