Enjoy a luxurious stay when you choose this outstanding renovated property on The Heaning Estate. Explore 5 acres of beautifully maintained grounds, dotted with meadows and picnic spots, for something a bit special on your retreat.
Just 1.5 miles from Windermere, this welcoming retreat is wonderfully positioned for couples and solo travellers looking to explore the very best of the Lake District National Park. Lake Windermere is 2 miles away, where days can be spent cruising across the water, hiring a kayak, or strolling along the shoreline. Nearby Bowness-on-Windermere (2.5 miles) brings a lively lakeside atmosphere, with independent shops, tempting cafes and dining spots overlooking the water. Orrest Head (2 miles) provides one of the area’s most accessible viewpoints, delivering far-reaching panoramas. If you’re seeking a more invigorating climb, Wansfell Pike (5 miles) rewards walkers with sweeping views across the central Lakeland landscape. Venture a little further to discover the charming streets and excellent eateries of Ambleside (6 miles), or continue to Grasmere (10 miles), renowned for its literary connections and quintessential Lakeland scenery.
Inside, a plush sofa takes pride of place in front of an electric wood-burner-effect fire, creating a warm and inviting hub for evenings in. The generous, well-appointed kitchen is thoughtfully designed for both short breaks and extended stays, complete with a central dining island and a striking oak beam that adds character to every meal. The king-size bedroom, styled in calming natural tones, showcases beautiful, exposed beams and benefits from its own en-suite shower room with basin and WC. Entered at mid-level, this property has a split-level layout, with the sleeping area upstairs and the living accommodation below.
Patio doors from the lounge open directly onto an enclosed courtyard garden, where bistro-style seating creates a peaceful setting for morning coffee or supper beneath the evening sky. Private parking for one car ensures easy arrivals and departures. Middle Cottage sits within a wider estate comprising five one-bedroom barn cottages, two three-bedroom homes and a seven-bedroom Victorian house, which can be booked individually or together – a flexible option for groups of all sizes.
The estate comprises five one-bedroomed barn cottages, five three-bedroomed homes, and a seven-bedroomed Victorian house, which can be booked individually, together, or in any combination to suit your requirements.