3 Orlestone House  |  Grange Over Sands

Grange over Sands lies twelve miles south from the foot of Windermere, on the Cartmel Peninsula, overlooking the Morecambe Bay.

The village is one of my favourites, but as I live here, perhaps I am a little biased. A long time favourite as a lakes come coastal destination, it was popularised during the Victorian and Edwardian periods, partly due to the so called micro climate we seem to have here. Indeed where else would you find palm trees in little gardens in Cumbria.

Renowned for the view across the bay, it is a vista to rival any of the nearby lakes. For a gentle stroll there is the long promenade edging the bay, or go up onto Hampsfell, with its natural lime stone pavement and surrounding woodland, to be rewarded with a panoramic view of both bay and the Lakeland mountains.

For one of the best walks, drive around the head of the bay, or catch the little train across to Arnside. From here you can walk along the edge of the bay, with miles of shimmering sands before you when the tide is out. Trust me, this is one of the best walks in Cumbria.

In the village you will find a good selection of friendly shops such as Stewart Higginson's butchers, voted one of the best in the country, the veg shop offering a huge range of local produce and, with the baker, the general stores, chemist and deli, all combine to give you everything you need.

For wining and dining there are a few pubs, a lot of cafes and plenty of hotels with bars and restaurants. For an even wider choice, and a must to visit, is the nearby village of Cartmel. About a mile over the fell, this little village offers four good pubs, along with The Enclume restaurant and the newly opened Rogan's wine bar. Both are owned and run by Simon Rogan, internationally renowned for fine innovative cuisine and highly reccomended.

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.

The Apartment

No 3 forms the top floor of this fine, three story house a short walk from the village centre. Approached from a steepish garden path, you enter into the communal hall, then on up to the top floor landing and the apartments private entrance.

Designed for easy modern living, you will have all you need for a relaxing stay. The open plan sitting room, kitchen and dining area is large and airy, with comfortable sofas, a neat galley kitchen and views out to the bay.

Down the hall lie the two bedrooms. Both are doubles, comfortably furnished, with the master bedroom having the ensuite shower room. There is also a main bathroom with bath, hand held shower, basin and WC.

Whether you are a party of four or just a couple, I am sure this will make a perfect base to explore both the lakes and mountains, along with the costal areas, offering great comfort on each days return home.

The Apartment Inventory

• Property Type
  Lake District Holiday Apartment - Village Location
• 2 Double bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room.
• 1 Bathroom with bath, hand held shower, basin & WC
• Gas central heating
• Electric cooker & gas hob
• Microwave
• Fridge - Freezer
• Coffee cafetiere
• Dishwasher
• Washer - dryer
• Iron & Ironing board
• Colour TV - Freeview - DVD
• CD - Radio
• Gas & electricity inclusive
• No Pets
• No Smokers
  
• Road side parking
  

Nearest Amenities

Grange for shops, cafes, inn and the prom.

Cartmel yet more shops pubs and restaurants.

Newby Bridge and the foot of Windermere 8 miles for boat hire and boat trips.

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