The cottage is set in a tranquil, secluded spot which is close to the centre of Appleby in Westmoreland. This lively market town is situated in the Eden Valley and is surrounded by glorious scenery, perfect for keen walkers to explore. The town has plenty of great restaurants, bars, pubs, shops, cafes and galleries, as well as a 17th century castle, and is known for its annual horse fair. The North Pennines, Lake District and Yorkshire Dales are all within 15 miles, making this is a fantastic base for discovering some of England s finest countryside. The town of Penrith (14 miles) has some great shops, with nearby attractions including Dalemain Mansion and Historic Gardens (16 miles), and Lowther Castle and Gardens (12.5 miles). Steps lead up and into this elegant property, taking you through the castellated entrance and into a spacious lobby with stained glass windows. The lobby makes a great space for relaxing in, with a view out towards the pond. The main entrance to the house can be found round the side of the property, which features high ceilings, woodwork lattices, original servants bells and large windows offering idyllic vistas. The bright, fresh and restful lounge offers views over the garden to a giant redwood. The lounge is a lovely space for everyone to relax in, with plenty of seating, a Smart TV and a selection of games and books. Exploring further, the elegant kitchen/diner is equipped with an impressive oak dining table, breakfast bar, double oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and large fridge/freezer with an ice maker. The washing machine can be found near the utility room. There are three tastefully decorated ground floor bedrooms, with pretty views over the garden. The two super king size rooms can be made up as twin rooms on request. The small bunk bedroom adjoins one of these rooms and is suitable for adults or children. The ground floor also offers a shower room with shower and WC, and a stylish bathroom complete with a shower over the roll top bath and a WC. Going up to the first floor of this magnificent property, there are three more gorgeous light filled bedrooms, each with plenty of storage space: two double rooms and a children s bunk bedroom. The bedroom to the front of the property opens out onto a sunny balcony above the main entrance to the house. This floor also features a stylish shower room with shower and WC. Although not fully enclosed, the garden features a tall handmade red brick wall which runs the length of the property. The garden sprawls across an acre of land and has been designed to be explored, with a charming fenced pond, tree house, swings, children's stumpery and plenty of outdoor furniture so you can spend a lazy afternoon dining alfresco.