Green View

About this property

Resting within the quaint hamlet of Lowick Green, within the Lake District National Park, is Green View, a lovely detached cottage ideal for a couple or small group wanting to explore the picturesque open countryside of this area of the Lakes. Find plenty of room to park on the spacious driveway and head into the property to find an ample hallway, where you can hang up coats and leave any muddy boots, leading to a convenient cloakroom. From here, you will find a welcoming sitting room, boasting a homely neutral palette, with a feature woodburning stove and inviting leather couch with matching armchair to relax onto as you enjoy your favourite Netflix shows on the wall-mounted Smart TV. There is a set of patio doors that open up onto the sun trap patio garden, where you can enjoy a morning coffee or alfresco lunch in this secure, enclosed space, which can also be accessed via a second patio door in the stylish kitchen/diner, with integrated appliances, neatly tucked behind lovely wooden cabinets, and a large fridge/freezer, providing plenty of space to cook up delicious homecooked meals that can be enjoyed together at the dining table. Upstairs there are two immaculate bedrooms for catching up on rest; a king-size double and a twin with zip/link feature, which can cater to a variety of groups, both of which boast Smart TVs, pretty village views and shared use of the new family bathroom suite, boasting a superb high-quality finish with stunning freestanding bath and a large walk-in shower, giving you the choice of how to prepare for each day. Venture into the centre of Lowick Green to find a 14th century pub within walking distance, renowned for its fine local ales, while riverside walks can be enjoyed beside the River Crake, taking in the picturesque open countryside views. The area boasts superb views of Coniston Old Man, which offers fantastic walking, mountain biking and climbing opportunities. Just a few miles from the southern tip of Windermere lake, as well as Coniston Water, the location of the children's classic 'Swallow and Amazons', where you can enjoy a steam boat ride on a gondola, cruising past Brantwood, the former home of John Ruskin, as well as trying your hand at a range of watersports. Embark on woodland trails through nearby Grizedale Forest, with a number of excellent cycle trails for keen cyclists and a treetop zip wire course at Go Ape for those feeling adventurous, while nearby Ulverston hosts an excellent market, as well as an array of traditional pubs and great restaurants and wonderful attractions like the Laurel and Hardy Museum. If you want to enjoy a day at the beach, there are several to choose from within a 25-minute drive, including the Furness Coast, with its golden beaches and birdwatching opportunities, perfect for wildlife lovers. To the north of Coniston Water lies the village of Hawkeshead, the former home of William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter, with attractions dedicated to both, including the Grammar School the poet attended and the Beatrix Potter Gallery, which displays an exhibition of her original illustrations, while the National Trust's Hill Top, the former farmhouse of the author, is just a short drive away.

The small hamlet of Lowick Green rests near to the southern tip of Lake Windermere, three miles from Coniston Water. Made up of traditional old farmhouses, the area offers beautiful views of Coniston Old Man, as well as walking, mountain biking and climbing opportunities at Coniston Old Man, with woodland trails available at Grizedale Forest. Lowick Green boasts its own 14th century pub, whilst nearby Ulverston provides an excellent market, an array of old pubs and good restaurants.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with Smart TV, 1 x twin (zip/link) with Smart TV.

Bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Cloakroom.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Gas central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, 3 x Smart TV with Netflix and WiFi.

Local welcome hamper provided.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and high chair available.

Ample off-road parking.

Rear patio garden with seating and barbecue.

One well-behaved pet welcome (to be kept downstairs only).

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 2.2 miles, pub 0.7 miles