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One of our finest Lake District cottages, Nethercroft is located in the village of Finsthwaite, one of a handful of small villages clustered close by and around the south western reach of Lake Windermere.

Among Finsthwaite’s huddle of farms and houses the village also boasts a splendid church built by Paley & Austin in 1874, along with National Trust Stott Park Bobbin Mill.

A few yards from the cottage is a path leading up to High Dam, one of my favorite tarns, easy to get to and perfect for a picnic or paddle in summer.

For dining or a drink there is a good choice. The Lakeside Hotel lies about a mile around the lane. Overlooking the lake, this fine hotel has a traditional bar serving local ale, a lounge bar and contemporary bistro, along with a more formal restaurant offering fine cuisine, perfect for celebration or just a little indulgence.

At Newby Bridge you have the Swan Hotel, with its gardens overlooking the River Leven and offering a decent bar and bistro restaurant.

Locally there is quite a lot to do. As mentioned, the walk up to and around High Dam is a must. This can be extended by crossing over to the Rusland Valley. At Lakeside, steamers and launches leave for trips on the lake and can be used as a sort of water bus to explore other areas. Around the foot of the lake, on the eastern tip, lies Fell Foot Park. Supervised by the National Trust, there are gardens, a cafe and, at the lake shore, jetties for mooring and hiring little row and sailing boats along with a ferry crossing to Lakeside.

Nethercroft

Owners Chris and Sue Potts have revitalised this former little Lakeland Cottage to offer their guests a very stylish and comfortable, contemporary space. By modernising and extending, along with beautiful furnishings throughout, this is very much a retreat for couples looking for high quality and comfort.

Set above and back from the lane, you approach by a short, graveled drive. A rear door opens into the kitchen. Beautifully fitted it has all mod cons along with an AGA to produce your favorite dishes.

Part open plan, you move from the kitchen through to the sitting room and dining area. The huge glazed doors and ceiling light let the sun flood into the room. Big plump sofas sit on a pale timbered floor, where to one end, looking out to the little patio area, sits a fine dining table. Come cooler months you have the tall, modern log burner, adding atmosphere and a glow to the room.

Off the sitting room is a small snug, perfect for quiet moments to tuck up and read the latest best seller.

From the kitchen you go into the main hall. Large and fitted with desk and chair, you can sit in peace to write your postcards. Off the hall is the downstairs double bedroom with king sized bed. Opposite is the shower room with shower, basin and WC.

Stairs lead up and open into the master bedroom. A fabulous large space, with pitched ceiling, gentle cream decor and a huge super king bed, dressed with a plump duvet. The en-suite bathroom is a delight, where you can choose between the relaxing teardrop bath or the large shower.

The gardens surround the cottage. Sloping lawns to the front and a sunny patio area to the rear, perfect for outside dining.

For me Nethercroft is very much a cottage for adults, making the perfect romantic retreat for relaxing holidays, special occasions, honeymoons and anniversaries. Come - enjoy and congratulate yourself on your excellent taste.

Nethercroft Inventory

• Property Type
  Lake District Holiday Cottage
  Detached - Village / Rural Location
  
• 1 Downstairs king sized bedroom
  
• 1 Master super king sized bedroom with en-suite bath and shower room
  
• Duvets - Full linen & towels
  
• 1 Downstairs shower room with basin and WC
  
• Oil central heating
  
• Log Burning Stove - Starter logs provided
  
• AGA cooker plus electric hob
• Microwave
• Refrigerator
• Freezer
• Dishwasher
• Washing machine and Tumble dryer
• Iron & ironing board
• Coffee cafetiere
• Flat screen colour TV
• DVD
• IPod Dock - radio
• Electricity - gas inclusive
• Garden Furniture
• Barbecue
• No Children
• No Pets
• Parking 3 cars
  

Nearest Amenities

• Lakeside for Lakeside Hotel, Steam boat trips and the Aquarium.
• Newby Bridge for the Swan Hotel. Garage plus small shop
• Fell Foot park for boat hire and fishing
  
  

Local Areas Of Interest

Newby Bridge To Bouth
Cartmel Peninsular - The Morecambe Bay
The Grizedale Forest

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