Cottage in Cumbria

Holiday Rental Description

This lovely cottage, with its quirky features, is situated in the perfect location for those who want to spend their holiday exploring the great outdoors. Grizedale Forest is right on the doorstep, and the forest s visitor centre is just over a mile away, offering cycling routes and walks for all abilities, a renowned sculpture trail, children s play area, cafe, and a Go Ape climbing centre. A walk up the nearby Carron Crag gives some of the best views over Coniston and the Old Man. In the opposite direction is the delightful Rusland Valley. Both Lake Windermere and Coniston Water are a short drive from the cottage, where guests can try a range of waterside activities, from pleasurable boat trips, to windsurfing lessons. Enjoy a gentle stroll around the picturesque Tam Hows or for the hardier fell walker, the majestic and rugged Langdales are also only a short drive away. The village of Satterthwaite, with its village pub, is one of the Lake District s secret, yet accessible hideaways and a romantic getaway. A short walk takes you to a Children's play area in the village as well as tennis court. Grizedale makes a perfect venue for Forest Bathing, stepping out from the front door will take you into some of the best areas of the forest. Information, along with a self help guide is available in the cottage. The front door of this property opens directly into the lovely and cosy lounge, with its comfortable seating, modern inset wood burner, TV/DVD and Freesat Wi Fi. This room leads guests to the smart and contemporary well equipped kitchen, with its oven, hob, larder fridge, microwave, and washing machine. Leading off from the opposite side of the lounge to the kitchen, is the property s dining room, with table and chairs, a well stocked bookcase and French windows which open onto the patio garden. There is also a stylish tiled shower room with WC. Stairs from next to the front door lead to the first floor accommodation, where there are elegantly understated bedrooms. The first of these is a pretty king size room with an attractive feature fireplace and window which affords views to the village green. The other bedroom is single with similar views of the village. Outside, the patio garden to the rear of the property, is a lovely sunny place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, offering a good size dining table and chairs as well as a bench. Dark night skies in the village are excellent for those who enjoy stargazing. There is also a shed to allow guests to securely store two adult bikes. A gate from here gives access to the property via the patio. Please note, there is a right of pedestrian access through the back yard gate to the adjoining Honeysuckle Cottage although this is rarely used.