Cottage in Cumbria

About this property

Sleeping six guests across four bedrooms, this spacious farmhouse is ideal for families or friends who want to explore Windermere and the beauty of the southern lakes.

Set in pretty countryside near lake Windermere (2 miles), this traditional stone cottage is perfectly placed for adventures in Cumbria. Step inside to find contemporary country style interiors and eco friendly features blending seamlessly with this historic cottage, where there s ample space for everyone to find a favourite nook. Venture out and take the 1 mile walk along The Dales Way to picture postcard Bowness village. Try a range of water sports on Windermere (2.5 miles), or hop on a ferry in Bowness (2 miles) and discover nature trails along the shore. Go shopping in the market town of Kendal (7 miles), and see Kendal Castle ruins on the horizon. Or visit Ambleside (8 miles), a popular meeting point for walkers and cyclists. Step in through the back of this large farmhouse where you re in the heart of the home in the dining area. After a busy day of adventures, gather together to prepare delicious meals in the well equipped kitchen, featuring an electric range cooker, microwave, dishwasher and fridge freezer, along with oak flooring and a cosy armchair. Then feast at the dining table where you can catch up on the day. Walk past the magnificent oak panelled wall in the hall and step through to the spacious living room (mind the original low door frame), where there s ample seating for everyone. Settle in and enjoy the warmth from the wood burner, which is set into a slate surround and wood mantle, while you watch favourite films together on the TV with Freeview. There s a tall bookcase with a selection of books if you d prefer to curl up with your favourite read. There s a convenient WC near the living room (mind the low headroom door entrance), and a beautiful king size en suite bedroom with a shower room, plus a handy utility with a washing machine and tumble dryer. When night falls, head upstairs to find 1 king size en suite bedroom, and two single bedrooms with window seats, plus a family bathroom with a shower over the bath. In the morning, grab a coffee and soak up the stunning views of woods, fells, and farmland from this magnificent holiday cottage. Doors lead out from the dining area to the private garden which has beautiful spacious lawns, mature planting, trees, flowers, and a split level garden patio with garden dining furniture, a BBQ, and a bench, where you can enjoy lazy afternoons and meals alfresco. At the front of the house, there s a traditional porch and flat stepping stones and a garden path leading to a wooden gate. Locally, there are a variety of shops, pubs, cafes, and restaurants to choose from in Bowness village (2 miles) and Windermere (2.5 miles). Need to know: 4 bedrooms 2 king size, 2 single. 3 bathrooms 2 en suite shower rooms, 1 family bathroom with shower over the bath and a WC, 1 separate WC. Electric range cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher. Washing machine, tumble dryer. Biomass green heating. Wood burner (first basket of logs included), fire effect electric wood burner. TV with Freeview. Wi Fi included. Large lawned garden, partially enclosed; two patio areas with garden furniture, BBQ and bench. Livestock kept in surrounding fields, please keep dog under control.. Off road parking for 6 cars. The owners of the property offer a number of optional extras to make your stay extra special. Packages include brunch boxes, e bike hire, motor boat hire, outdoor adventure activities such as paddle boarding, climbing, guided walks, ghyll scrambling, kayaking and pony trekking. Please call at the time of booking for further details. Please note there are low door entrance's to the living room, and to the ground floor WC. The antique floors upstairs have some mildly sloping areas. Split level patio, and some stone steps in the garden. Please take care with low beams, uneven floors and changes in floor level. Shops, pubs, eateries 2 miles.

Accommodation

Enclosed garden / patio, Open fire / wood burner, Internet access, Pub within 1 mile, Family friendly, Parking on site / nearby, Cottage, Yes, Yes