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For me, Cartmel is one of Cumbrias finest and unique villages. Set on the Cartmel Peninsular, surrounded by rolling hills that tumble down to the coast, it is picture perfect. With ancient buildings, an impressive medieval priory, a towering arch and a sweet, clear river, all is centred on a sunny square to gather and sit, or wine and dine in one of the many inns or fine restaurants.

There are good local walks, notable Hampsfell and Eggerslack wood, a limestone fell, where the summit gives panoramic views of the Morecambe Bay and the Lake District Mountains.

The foot of Windermere lies about eight miles north of the village. Here you can hire boats at Fell Foot, or take lake cruises from Lakeside.

As well as exploring southern lakes, one of my favorite walks is to drive to Arnside, where you can begin a wonderful flat walk, hugging the edge of the bay, with miles of shimmering sand reaching out before you.

Back to the village, where among a maze of streets lined by lime-washed architecture, you have the village square entered by a bridge on one side and under a monastic arch on the other. There are two grocers and four decent pubs. For something a little special you can try Simon Rogan's Michelin awarded Enclume, one of Cumbrias finest restaurants or, set by the river, his other venue Rogan's wine bar - very relaxed and with excellent cuisine.

As well as being very pretty, Cartmel boasts one other famous attraction, the Cartmel Race Course. Set against the backdrop of the beautiful English Lake District, the course is the smallest in the country, yet gets TV coverage with its exciting steeple to steeple chases. Along with the races there is always a fun fair where the whole event gives the village a great party atmosphere.

Little Croft

Little Croft lies a short distance off the main village square, one of a group of terraced cottages, set on a narrow lane leading down to the Priory.

You enter from the front door into the cosiest of sitting rooms. A comfortable sofa and arm chair sit around a roaring log burning stove. Add a few candles, a little soft lighting, and you have the perfect place to relax.

From the sitting room you go through to the kitchen - dining-room. This is a really nice space, with the table to one end and a log burning stove to add a bit of atmosphere. The kitchen area is very well equipped, with light streaming through the large glazed end wall, a pleasure to work and prepare your favourite dish. Off the kitchen lies a utility room and downstairs bathroom with bath, wc and basin.

Upstairs lies the double bedroom, nicely furnished, with a short flight of stairs leading up to an en-suite shower room. There is also a bathroom with basin and WC downstairs off the kitchen

To the rear of the cottage is a small, walled patio garden. Private, with pleasing shrubs and overhanging trees, it will be perfect for a drink or barbecue on a warm summers evening

This is a very well presented cottage, and for those who are looking for a romantic retreat, a comfortable and welcoming base for their holiday, yet be able to step out in the evening to wine and dine or simply for an easy stroll, then I am sure Little Croft will meet all your expectations.

Little Croft Inventory

• 1 Double bedroom with en-suite shower room
  
• Duvet - Full linen & towels
• 1 Downstairs bathroom
  
• Gas central heating
  
• 2 Log burning stoves
  
• Logs purchase locally
  
• Electric cooker & gas hob
  
• Microwave
  
• Fridge & Small Freezer
  
• Coffee cafetiere
  
• Dishwasher
  
• Washer dryer
  
• Iron & Ironing board
  
• HD Flat screen colour TV with Freeview
• DVD
  
• CD - Radio & IPod Dock - DAB Radio
  
• Telephone - Please leave money for any calls made
  
• Gas & electricity inclusive
  
• Garden furniture
  
• No pets
  
• No smokers
  
• Parking - Road side along the lane from the property, further parking in the village - also village car park.
  

Nearest Amenities

Cartmel for - Cartmel Village Store
Spar
4 pubs
Enclume Restaurant
Rogan's Wine Bar

Grange over Sands - 1 mile over the fell for Higginson's Butcher, The Veg Shack, local baker and much more

Local Areas Of Interest

Cartmel
Cartmel Peninsular - The Morecambe Bay
Grange Over Sands
Newby Bridge To Bouth
Kendal

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Jo & Ann - Newcastle-upon-Tyne

A lovely cottage.  Well presented, equipped and in a great location.

 

Ros & Gordon - Dundee

Fantastic cottage.  Log fire in kitchen was romantic and a real treat.  Cartmel is the prettiest village.  Love to come back.

 

Andrew & Sue - Lytham St Annes

Super cottage - a real delight.

 

Brian & Maureen - Galera, Spain

Great cottage - kitchen very well equipped and very clean.  Hope to be back very soon.

 

Peter & Louise - Bristol

The cottage is fantastic.  Pictures on the web-site do not do it justice.  Perfect little village - every restaurant made us feel welcome.