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Rock Cottage

If your idea of a Lake District holiday is to have magnificent lake views, walks up onto mountain paths, a village within walking distance and plenty of activities, both on and around the water, then Rock Cottage may well be for you.

Very well furnished, as reconised by the Visit England 4 Star Gold award, Rock Cottage offers guests comfortable accommodation, along with all the benefits of village amenities and a fantastic landscape to explore. Nearby you have one of a our most beatuiful lakes, a rugged mountain range, plenty of activities on, in and around the water, along with pubs, cafes, shops and a micro bewery.

Set above the village, a few minutes walk down the hill, Rock Cottage is the last of a short row of small traditional Lakeland Cottages on Thurston Bank. Approached by a steep winding hill, the elevated position gives a splendid, panoramic view of the lake. The cottage is perfect for and set up to host four people, however there is use of an extra small bunk bed room for children, this should you wish.

You enter into the kitchen - dining room, well equipped it has all you need to rustle up your favourite dishes, aided by a super electric AGA oven with halogen hobs. With excellent decor it makes both an appealing space to prepare and enjoy long relaxed meals.

From the kitchen you step into the sitting room. A plump sofa along with two arm chairs are set around a roaring open fire, adding warmth and atmosphere in winter, and double doors open out to the terraced gardens, giving the most perfect views of the Coniston Water and the distant fell.

Up stairs and you come to the first floor with a delightful master double bedroom with en-suite shower room. There is also the bunk bedroom for those who chose this option. The master bathroom is small but well equipped with bath, overhead shower, basin and WC. A further fight of stairs open into the attic bedroom with double bed.

All in all I feel Rock cottage offers the perfect lakeland experience. Quality, as recognised by the gold award, a location that offers walks from the doorstep, a village to wine and dine, and forever in you sight one of our most beautiful lakes - come enjoy.

 

The Location

Coniston village sits in the very heart of the Lake District at the northwest tip of Coniston Water, sheltered in the lea of the Coniston mountain range. Radiating from the stone bridge, spanning Church Beck, the four main streets are a bustling community with a fine church, shops, a post office, cafes, a local brewery and four good pubs.

This is a village with much to do, the location perfect for outdoor pursuits; climbing, walking, cycling and water sport holidays. On all points of the compass there are trails, leafy forest paths, tracks and lake shores to explore, and you need travel very little to find a new and exciting landscape.

Coniston Water is one the most people friendly lakes, with much of the shore and the whole lake open to the public. Famous as the backdrop and inspiration for Arthur Ransome's Swallows and Amazons and Sir Malcolm and Donald Campbells's world speed attempts, its wooded and grassy banks, along with the craggy coves and the deep clear water offer a habitat to a rich variety of flora and fauna. Here pike, trout, perch and ancient char thrive along with swans, heron, ducks, woodpeckers and owls to name a few and recently there has been a re-introduction of red kites. Red squirrels are abundant as are wild red deer and badger, and, perhaps best of all, is the return of otters to Coniston.

At the boating center you can hire rowing boats, sailing dinghies, kayaks and canoes or my favorite, the small motorboats, perfect for a day out exploring the hidden bays and wooded coves. The Center also hires mountain bikes and electric bikes to help get you around the lanes and up onto the fells.

Still at the Boating Center, you can hop aboard one of the Coniston Launches with regular trips down the lake, stopping at various landing points including Brantwood, home of John Ruskin where, along with the Jumping Jenny restaurant, it makes for a good day out discovering the culture and work of the Pre Raphaelites and the Art Crafts Movement.

For romantic trip on the water you can board the famous Steam yacht ‘Gondola’. A beautiful rebuilt steam powered craft that will transport you back to an era of greater peace and tranquility. The yacht can be hired for large private parties, or maybe splash for just the two of you as a grand gesture. Finally, the lake offers more simple pursuits: fishing, swimming or simply finding a nice spot for a picnic and enjoying a magnificent view.

For walking, climbing and mountain biking the choice is huge, with the whole of the mountain range to explore. The Old Man of Coniston stands at 2635 feet and is very popular, offering various well-marked paths to the summit. If you only go part way the view will be spectacular, the pint in the pub on your return all the more delicious.

From the village one of my favorite paths takes you deep into the old Coppermines Valley, with its beck and waterfalls. At the head of the valley you carry on to discover the hidden tarns set in the lower slopes of the mountain.

There are plenty of low level walks and cycle trails. On the east side of Coniston water lies the Gizedale Forest. A massive working woodland, it is crisscrossed with paths and tracks for walking and mountain biking. The Forest is big into arts, commissioning fabulous statues and installations throughout. It is well worth driving, via Hawkshead, around to the visitor center for a forest map and information to get the best from your day out.

After all that exploring drink and sustenance will be in order. The village has five pubs and a number of cafes. The Black Bull on the bridge is the oldest and an old favorite, but to ring the changes you can try the Ship Inn, the Sun Hotel, the Crown and the Yewdale or maybe a dainty cocktail at Harrys Bar.

 

Guest Reviews

I would also like to say how gorgeous we thought the cottage was. Stunning views, comfortable cottage and loved the selection of DVD's too. Thank you - Kind regards.
Lucy 

Spectacular views + gorgeous weather + delicious food = GREAT HOLIDAY.
Val & Paul

Lovely cottage, amazing location and views.
Lorie, Claire, Thomas and Andrew                 

Loved the cottage,had a fantastic few days hope to come back soon.
Mike and Ssue

Fantastic appointed cottage,very well equiped with wonderfull views over the lake, really enjoyed our weeks holiday here.
Mary and Dave

 

Local Areas Of Interest

Coniston Village
Coniston Water & Mountain
The Grizedale Forest
Hawkshead
Tarn Hows

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