Boasting a secluded, romantic setting only 7 miles from Ullswater, glorious views and an attractive garden with a stream running through it, this lovingly restored former grain mill makes an ideal base from which to explore the Lake District. Within a short drive are the popular Rheged Centre and a bird of prey centre, and at Ullswater visitors may enjoy beautiful walks around the lake and steam boat trips. Traditional market town charm and shops selling Lakeland produce are found at Penrith (7 miles). Pub 1 mile, shops 5 miles.
From their secluded, and idylically peaceful setting in the hamlet of Thwaite Howe, Thornthwaite these two newly renovated and beautifully furnished properties enjoy stunning views towards Keswick and Skiddaw. With their adjoining acre of woodland leading to the Whinlatter Forest tracks – heaven for mountain bike enthusiats, they offer an ideal location for bird watching and spotting wildlife and red squirrels at play. Ideally placed for touring, exploring and walking with the attractive, bustling town of Keswick (4 miles) offering shops, inns and restaurants. Water sports on Derwent Water (4 miles). Good choice of pubs within 2 miles.
In the lovely rolling landscape of the Lake District National Park, this charming cottage enjoys the tranquil rural setting of a working farm just 2 miles from Haweswater lake. Wonderful walking starts from the doorstep onto the Coast to Coast Walk, opportunities for bird watching abound, and children are welcome to help with feeding lambs and other farm activities. A pub/restaurant is 2 miles, Shap's inns and shops are 2½ miles, and Penrith is 10 miles. Ullswater and Windermere's many attractions are easily accessible.
In an ideal location for exploring both the Southern Lakes and the western Yorkshire Dales, this spacious and well appointed cottage makes a relaxing and comfortable retreat. Set adjacent to the owners home, fine walks start from the door and a vast range of attractions and activities can be found within an easy drive, including watersports and boat trips on Lake Windermere, the steam yacht Gondola on Coniston Water and Leighton Moss bird sanctuary. Kendal (5 miles) offers a wide variety of shops, golf and cycle hire. There is a good choice of pubs serving food within 2 miles. Shops 1 mile.
This delightful 500 year old cottage lies within the Lake District National Park, close to some lovely walking fells and superb bird watching at Haweswater, the only location in England where golden eagles nest. Set in peaceful, tranquil surroundings this characterful, comfortable property adjoins the owners' home 1½ miles from village shops and pubs. Pony trekking and fishing are found close by and Penrith and Kendal are under 14 miles.
Nestling in eight acres of idyllic countryside in the heart of the Lake District National Park, just 1½ miles from bustling Windermere's excellent amenities, a sympathetically converted 17th century coach house and stables provide cosy holiday retreats for couples. Set in a little row of four, and retaining many original features yet offering all modern facilities, each cottage boasts a patio area for relaxing and enjoying the panoramic views. Cruises on spectacular Lake Windermere, water sports, cycling, riding, gloriously scenic walking and picturesque villages with tea rooms and welcoming inns are all close at hand.
Enjoying a peaceful location, this charming detached cottage is set in its own delightful private country garden. Full of character, with beamed ceilings and cosy log fires in winter, the cottage offers comfortable accommodation in an excellent area. This is an ideal setting for a Lakeland holiday, a nearby hill (Whitbarrow Scar) is designated a Site of Scientific Interest and Kendal, offering a good choice of inns, restaurants and shops, is just 7 miles away. Bustling Windermere, with boat trips and watersports is 12 miles. Discover the beautiful area around Ambleside by hiring bicycles (15 miles), or visit the coast at Grange-Over-Sands (5 miles). There are wonderful walks, picturesque villages with welcoming tea shops and fine restaurants within easy reach. Golf, fishing, sailing and riding all available in the area. Nearest pub and shop 2 miles
Peacefully set in the picturesque hamlet of Old Hutton, close to many of the Lakes' and Dales finest attractions, this cosy little cottage is an ideal base. Many outdoor pursuits can be enjoyed nearby, including quad biking, off road driving, paintballing and clay pigeon shooting at an activity centre just 1 mile away, horse riding is also available. The attractive towns of Kendal (5 miles) and Kirkby Lonsdale (7 miles) boasts a range of amenities, and water sports and boat trips are within easy reach at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. After an invigorating day's walking on the fells, visitors will find plenty of inns within a 5 mile radius offering good food and firesides to relax by. Shop/P.O. and pub 2 miles.
Enjoying a quiet position on the shores of the Solway Firth, this friendly, family run park is ideal for exploring the beautiful Solway Coast and Lake District. A lovely stretch of long, sandy beach offering good swimming, sunbathing and fishing is adjacent to the park, and this is a wonderful area for walking, cycling and just relaxing in the beautiful surroundings. There is a launderette+ available for all dates. +Charges apply. Silloth, 3 miles away, boasts a championship golf course, a large Sunday market and the Solway Coast Discovery Centre. Within a 25 mile radius, you can enjoy all the delights of the Lakes, the bustling city of Carlisle, Hadrian’s Wall, Gretna Green and the market town of Wigton, famous for its horse fairs.
