Nestled in the heart of the countryside just 2.5 miles from Windermere, this charming property is the ideal romantic bolthole for a walking holiday. Routes direct from the property go as far as Wansfell Pike (5 miles) and Haweswater (11.5 miles), but drive to Kentmere (8 miles by car; 3.5 miles on foot) and start a 9-mile walk through the Kentmere and Troutbeck valleys to experience true Lake District tranquillity. And when you’re ready to come home, the pretty cottage will be waiting for you; take an indulgent soak in the freestanding bath or snuggle up on the sofa together in front of the TV.
Step into the open-plan living area where you’ll be greeted with a contemporary style that’s sympathetic to the age of this stone property; light woods paired with red and brown tones in the furnishings make it feel cosy and welcoming. Cook up a storm in the kitchen area and dine alfresco on the patio, or take your morning coffee out there to soak up the early sun. Head up the steep open staircase to the mezzanine level where a comfortable double bed awaits you; watch your head on the eaves as you climb in for a tranquil night’s sleep.
Make sure you take a trip to the breathtaking Aira Force (16 miles), perhaps the most famous Lake District waterfall, and watch as the main force falls 70 feet below a stone footbridge. You could finish off the day with a ride on one of the Ullswater Steamers (13.5 miles) that will take you on a trip around the lake. Stroll around Kendal (9 miles) and stop at a cafe for some Kendal mint cake and some tea, or head to Grasmere (10.5 miles) where you’ll find the most delicious gingerbread along with some lovely riverside walks.