House in Cumbria Ravenglass, Cumbria

Property Description

Explore the heart of Cumbria with a stay in the Eskdale valley, a Lakeland hidden gem with a traditional steam railway and an abundance of unforgettable scenery to take in. Take a ride on the steam train, known locally as the La'al Ratty, and take in stunning views from the coastal town of Ravenglass (5 miles) and the nearby village of Boot (2.5 miles). Venture further inland to tackle some of the Lake District s most impressive fells, namely Scafell Pike which lies just 9 miles away. Further beauty spots in this national park can also be found just a short drive away, with Windermere (20.5 miles), Keswick (20 miles) and Ambleside (16.5 miles) all worth a day trip in the car. Lovingly presented with traditional stained glass windows, original fireplaces and high ceilings, this holiday home truly is a standout addition to the area. On arrival, you ll find a handy porch with gives way to a boot room and utility room. With washing machine, tumble dryer and a sink, this valuable space will come in handy when returning from your adventures. Venture into the pretty kitchen which has a farmhouse style and abundance of space for cooking. It is equipped with a fridge/freezer, electric Range cooker with gas hob, microwave and dishwasher. You ll also find the dining table in here with a cosy wood burner close by, along with underfloor heating throughout the entire ground floor. Also on the ground floor is a sitting room with an additional wood burner, a cosy spot for evenings in. Here you ll find a TV/DVD and PlayStation which will no doubt keep guests of all ages entertained. Completing this floor is a ground floor shower room with WC. Head onto the first floor via the ornate staircase to discover three inviting bedrooms, all of which are flooded with light thanks to traditional windows. The first bedroom is a king size with a beautifully tiled feature fireplace and fells views from three windows, whilst the second bedroom is a super king size which can be made up as a twin on request. Finally, a third bedroom is a cosy double with built in wardrobes. A charming family bathroom completes the property. Here you ll find additional underfloor heating with WC, roll top bath and separate shower a welcome addition after long days of outdoor activity. Step outside to make full use of the glorious garden space, benefiting from far reaching views across the Eskdale valley. A lawn space with garden furniture offers the chance for al fresco dining, whilst an outdoor dog shower (with warm running water) ensures that muddy paw prints are kept outside of the property.