2 Ivy Cottages

About this property

Langwathby 1.1 miles. Perched in the pretty village of Edenhall, near Langwathby, Cumbria, is this wonderful semi-detatched house 2 Ivy Cottages. Enjoying a stunning location set between the North Pennines AONB and the Lake District National Park, 2 Ivy Cottages is a fantastic choice for couples or a family of four. The property benefits from roadside parking along a quiet village road, a small, secure, enclosed yard with storage shed, and a lovely garden with furniture, perfect for alfresco dining with a glass of wine. Step inside to discover a well-equipped kitchen for rustling up tasty dishes, ready to enjoy at the dining table for four as you recount the days adventures. Just off the kitchen you will find a handy utility with washing machine. Continue through to the light and airy sitting room, complete with plush seating, a Smart TV and a woodburning stove, a sanctuary to return to at the end of the day. Make your way upstairs, where you can relish a soak in the bath, or wash away the day’s adventures under the overhead shower. As the evening grows darker, two well-presented bedrooms await, a king-size with views over the village green and a lovely double. Your local amenities can be found in nearby Langwathby, where you can treat your loved ones to a hearty meal at the Shepherds Inn, a light bite at Saddleback’s, or stock up on essentials at the convenience store. For a wider selection of attractions and amenities, head to Penrith, where you can test out your swing at the excellent Penrith Golf Club, spot the local wildlife in the Thacka Beck Nature Reserve, visit the remarkable Penrith Castle, and tour the Penrith and Eden Museum. Venture into the Lake District National Park, with a visit to the charming village of Pooley Bridge, here you can dine at Pooley Bridge Inn, 1863 Restaurant, visit the esteemed Dalemain Mansion and Historic Gardens which rests on the outskirts, or continue on to visit the stunning National Trust site of Aira Force. Escape to the Lakes with a stay at 2 Ivy Cottages.

Resting adjacent to the River Eden is the lovely village of Langwathby, Cumbria. With the Lake District National Park to the west and North Pennines to the east, Langwathby is a good base for a walking holiday. A huge village green dominates the core of the charming community, bordered by cottages, farmhouses and a traditional bar, the Shepherd's Inn. There is also a shop & Post Office, a village hall, and sitting adjacent to the green is St Peter's church, completed in 1718, with some elements of interior dating back to mediaeval times. Langwathby Station, home to the Brief Encounter Café, has excellent connections to local towns and cities along the Carlisle to Settle Railway and stunning vistas of isolated, beautiful England. Penrith is a bigger town in Cumbria's Eden Valley and just a short ride away, with the massive 14th century Penrith Castle nestled on a green meadow, Penrith Golf Club, a local history museum, as well as plenty of cafés and stores to explore. Sitting on the northerly edge of Lake Ullswater, Pooley Bridge is home to ancient inns and excellent tearooms, with access to several footpaths or enjoy a calm sail down the lake to the settlements of Glenridding and Howtown. To the north of Langwathby sits Carlisle, a historic city with a stunning cathedral, castle and the famed Tullie House Museum And Art Gallery. Langwathby is a tranquil holiday base within easy reach of amazing attractions.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Utility.

Dining room.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Oil central heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Roadside parking on quiet village road for up to 4 cars.

Small, secure, enclosed yard with shed for storage, garden with lawn, patio and furniture.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 1.1 miles, Pub & Restaurant 100 meters.

Note: The double bed can only be accessed via one side