Log Cabins to RentHome to the Lake District, Cumbria is a great holiday destination. With opportunities for mountain biking, hill walking, windsurfing, Kayaking even gorge walking, there's lots to keep you active. For something more sedate how about a cruise on Windermere? Or exploring the world of Beautrix Potter?
Nestled in the pretty Eden Valley, this holiday home is surrounded by beautiful scenery. A network of paths and bridleways lead from your door so you can leave the car behind and head out to stretch your legs or take the dog for a walk. The village of Little Salkeld (4.5 miles) is a great place to begin a loop taking in Lacy s Caves (7.6 miles from home) and Long Meg and Her Daughters (4.5 miles from home). The bustling town of Penrith (9 miles) is a top destination for retail therapy or a night away from the kitchen. Venture into the Lake District and board a traditional Ullswater Steamer 13 miles away at Ullswater for a family friendly and dog friendly trip out. Step inside the grand hallway, an impressive entrance hall with exposed brickwork and floods of natural light, then climb the stairs to the first floor, where the open plan kitchen/diner and large lounge can be found. Sit beneath the vaulted ceiling and choose from one of many sofas to relax on, while the wood burner keeps you cosy. The spacious kitchen/diner has an electric oven and induction hob, microwave and useful dishwasher, while the long table comfortably seats eight. Completing the first floor are two of four bedrooms and a handy utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and WC. There is a lovely king size bedroom with an en suite bathroom featuring a bath and handheld shower. Next is an enormous king size bedroom which boasts a vaulted ceiling, exposed stone wall and a stylish en suite shower room. Head back down to the ground floor to find the remaining bedrooms. Both bedrooms on this floor are king size rooms which can be made as twins on request at time of booking. The ground floor is also home to the family bathroom with free standing bath, separate shower and WC. Take a drink or a snack outside to the large, enclosed garden where there is plenty of space to relax, play or chase your tail. Furniture is provided from May through September, though may be provided earlier if the weather is warm. There is off road parking for approximately three cars.
This pretty home is in a lovely, rural spot on a quiet country road, 2 miles from the charming village of Alston. There are many footpaths surrounding the area, so you ll never be short of choice for routes into the countryside. Take a visit to the magnificent, cascading waterfall Ashgill Force (5 miles) and enjoy a gentle ramble to the falls. If you re looking for a more challenging walk, visit Burnhope Seat at 7.5 miles away. It s the highest fell in the North Pennines and has superb views at the peak. Yad Moss (7 miles) is a real snow ski area with its own ski lift and a few varied ski and snowboard routes weather dependent of course, but worth checking the forecast in advance if you have your own ski gear. 18 miles from the property is Penrith, an attractive town with plenty of independent shops, restaurants, bars and cafes. This ground floor property is a real home from home; a stunning barn conversion, it has been beautifully finished throughout. Enter into a hallway and head through to the open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer and has plenty of surface space too. Enjoy your meal at the two seater dining table in front of the window which looks out onto the lovely garden. Curl up on the sofas in the living room, which has a TV with Freesat and a DVD player for your convenience. Down the hall is a double bedroom with plenty of storage and neighbouring that is a shower room with waterfall shower and a WC. To the rear of the property is a wonderful, enclosed garden. It has a large lawned area and a seating space for soaking up the evening sun. Bike storage is also provided and there s space for one car to park on the private driveway. The nearest amenities such as a pub and shop are in Alston, 2 miles from here.
Lace up your boots, throw a harness on the dog and head out to explore close to home. Just 2 miles away, the village of Alston is supposedly the highest market settlement in England at 1000ft above sea level. Browse the streets which are dotted with independent shops and places to grab a tasty bite to eat or hop on the Pennine Way for an adventurous afternoon in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. If you fancy a day on the water, make the 26.5 mile trip into the Lake District and visit the beautiful lake at Ullswater. Board a dog friendly steamer for a lovely day out. Take the two steps up and into the beautiful living space to settle in. The stylish lounge/diner has a comfortable sofa and pair of chairs in which you can sit and unwind in front of the Smart TV. Throw open the patio doors to let a breeze flow inside. Head through to the spacious kitchen where an electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, coffee machine and washing machine provide you with all you need to cook your meals and wash muddy clothes fresh from adventure. Completing the ground floor is a useful shower room with WC. When it s time to say good night, climb stairs to the first floor to rest your head. With quirky sloping ceilings, both the king size and the twin bedrooms are bright and airy, creating relaxing spaces in which to drift off. Rise from a peaceful sleep and head to the family bathroom with WC for a soak in the tub (with shower attachment) for a relaxing start to your day. The bathroom also has a sloping ceiling so take care when getting in and out of the double sided bath. Settle into the hot tub for a sumptuous soak to calm aching muscles. Admire far reaching views from here before heading to the patio for a glass of something cold where you can also enjoy al fresco meals. If you fancy staying outside late, throw a log on the firepit and stay warm. There is parking for two cars.
Situated in the valley of Longsleddale, in the south of the Lake District National Park, this property has access to plenty of walks in untouched countryside. You can follow the River Sprint, which flows through the farm, along the valley floor, or head up the valley to climb the Haweswater fells, including High Street and Harter Fell. You are within 20 miles of some popular towns, including Kendal, a lovely market town famous for its mint cake. Bowness on Windermere, on the shores of Lake Windermere, is also worth a visit, as are Sawrey and Hawkshead, with their Beatrix Potter connections. For adventure activities, Grizedale Forest is nearby, offering horseback riding, bicycle hire, Segway hire and Go Ape. As you approach this property via the 0.9 mile private farm track, you will appreciate its secluded position amongst the spectacular landscape of the Lake District. Surrounded by trees, fields, fells and wildlife, it s the ideal place to unwind. Stepping up and through the front door, you ll find yourself in the open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Light and airy, this multi aspect room has lots of opportunities to appreciate the beautiful views, whilst natural materials such as wood and stone add character. The lounge has comfy sofas and an electric wood burner effect fire; the dining area has seating for up to four adults, and the compact kitchen is simple but well equipped. There are three comfortable bedrooms: a double and two singles. All the rooms are bright with delightful countryside views. Completing the accommodation is the family bathroom with a shower. Outside, there is an enclosed patio area with seating the ideal spot for al fresco dining against a magnificent backdrop. Beyond that, there is farmland to explore, including lots of walking trails and a river. Fishing is available by prior arrangement with the owner lookout for leaping salmon and trout in the autumn months.
The 17th century barn conversion sleeps six guests and has a large garden, surrounded by rolling hills. Follow the Dales Way for 1 mile into Bowness on Windermere, where you ll find a wonderful selection of independent shops, eateries, and traditional pubs. During your stay, you really must get out on the water to appreciate Windermere in all its glory. Board one of the iconic steamers, where you can hop on and off to visit the aquarium or ride on the vintage steam train. Needless to say, the walking opportunities in this area are endless. Enjoy a tranquil waterside stroll, or head high up into the fells. Climb to the summit of Orrest Head for truly breathtaking views over the lake. Enter the property up some steps and via the original barn door, into the spacious entrance hall. From here, discover a welcoming lounge with a roaring wood burner, impressive high ceilings and beautiful exposed beams. Relax on the plush leather sofa in front of the Smart TV/DVD or challenge your fellow guests to a game on the Nintendo Wii. There s also a Bluetooth speaker so you can unwind listening to your favourite songs. A fantastic selection of games, books, DVDs and jigsaws are provided, to while away a few hours. Stairs lead from here to a mezzanine area with low sloping ceilings, overlooking the lounge; a peaceful spot to relax with a cup of coffee. Up a few steps from the lounge is the kitchen under sloping ceilings with low exposed beams, which has a dining table for enjoying mealtimes together as well as additional comfy seating so you can socialise whilst the food is being prepared, listen to the DAB radio or admire the views out over the garden. The kitchen is equipped with an electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There s also a coffee machine to kick start your day. On the ground floor, you ll also find the first of three bedrooms, a stylish king size decorated in calming tones with its own TV. The bathroom on this floor has a shower over the bath and a WC. Stairs from the kitchen lead down to the lower ground floor, where there are two further bedrooms. The first is the master bedroom, which has a king size bed and an en suite shower room with WC. The final bedroom is a pretty twin with two single beds, a TV/DVD and an en suite bathroom with a shower over the bath and WC. On the lower ground floor is also a handy utility room with a washing machine and wine cooling fridge. Outside, there is a large garden laid to lawn, boasting far reaching views of the surrounding countryside. Congregate around the fire pit at the end of the garden to toast marshmallows or fire up the BBQ and enjoy a warm summer s evening of al fresco dining on the split level patio. The garden backs onto open countryside, with numerous walks to explore directly from the property. There is parking available for two cars.
Situated in Caldbeck; a popular, unspoilt and picturesque village which lies in the northern fringes of the Lake District National Park on the C umbrian W ay ideal for walkers, cyclists, families and couples alike. This property is a perfect spot for enjoying what the Lake District has to offer. As well as what is available from the doorstep many popular destinations, Keswick, Cockermouth, Penrith, Carlisle and Hadrian's Wall, and slightly further afield the Solway Coast with its sandy beaches and spectacular views across the Solway Firth to Scotland c an be found around 25 minutes away. This beautiful barn conversion sits in fantastic surroundings with fields as far as the eye can see, and the impressive view of the Northern Fells mountain range and the back of Skiddaw in the distance. On entering the driveway, there is ample space for two cars directly opposite the barn. Entrance to the property is through large glazed barn doors, and as soon as you enter you feel at home. There is a comfy lounge to your right, with a traditional log burner, smart tv with DVD player and french doors out to the well kept garden (with f riendly hens pecking around! ) The central area on the ground floor has a dining table and views outside to the courtyard and meadow beyond. The kitchen is to the left, fully equipped with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge / freezer, dishwasher, washing machine (tumble drier located next door), Nespresso coffee machine, cafetiere and bread baking making with all of the ingredients to get yourself started! All perfectly rounded off with beautiful finishing touches throughout. Just off the dining area is a downstairs shower room and WC as well as a useful under the stairs cupboard perfect for drying off those wet boots! Upstairs takes you to two tastefully decorated bedrooms (one king and one twin room with tv). There is additional storage in the large landing area and space to hang up clothes. The upstairs bathroom includes a roll top bath and WC, again wonderfully finished. Outside, you will have use of the surrounding fields (and many footpaths) as well as a garden to relax in including a BBQ which is available for use.
Located in an elevated position in the stunning Lune Valley with breath taking views over the Howgills and the Yorkshire Dales. Making this a fantastic base to explore the Yorkshire Dales National Park, perfect for walking, hiking, pony trekking or enjoy fishing on the river Lune. The pretty towns of Kirkby Stephen, Appleby, Kendal, Sedbergh and Penrith are all within touring distance with their excellent range of attractions, leisure and shopping facilities. Or visit the Lake District National Park ideal for all outdoor pursuits, making this all a fantastic base for your holiday. Enter the luxurious reversed level accommodation into the spacious hall with lovely underfloor heating and ample storage space for all of you outdoor clothing. To your left is the spacious and stylish twin zip and link bedroom (which can be made up as a super king size on request) with underfloor heating and a lovely en suite shower room and WC. To your right from the hall, you will find the pretty double bedroom also with underfloor heating and en suite shower room and WC. Heading up the stairs to the first floor you are met with the beautiful open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with wonderful vaulted ceilings with original exposed wooden beams. The lounge area with comfortable sofas is the perfect place to relax after a day out exploring the splendid local area and perhaps enjoy a great movie on the TV. Enjoy romantic or family meals together in the wonderful dining area and admire the magnificent Lune Valley views from the large picture window. Finally completing the accommodation is the well equipped kitchen area, the perfect place to cook up a storm with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and a very handy dishwasher and washer/dryer. Venture outside to the patio area with seating to enjoy al fresco dining or a lazy evening stargazing, perhaps with a nice glass of wine or a good local ale. Or relax and unwind in the housed hot tub and enjoy the Lune Valley views. There is ample off road parking available directly outside the cottage.
This property is located just a short walk from the north east shore of Coniston Water in the picturesque Lake District. It offers the perfect base for exploring the area, and is great for those who want to enjoy scenic walks as well as boat trips and watersports on the lake. Lying on the opposite side of the lake to Coniston village, it is nevertheless only 1.5 miles from the village centre, where visitors will find several shops and a choice of pubs, as well as Coniston Boating Centre from where a range of craft can be hired including motor boats, sailing boats, canoes, and paddleboards. Just next to the boating centre is the departure point for the lovingly restored Victorian steamers which take visitors on leisurely cruises around the lake. On arrival at this semi detached barn conversion property, the first room that guests come to is an elegant dining room with a large dining table and attractive dresser with beautiful views to the lake. From here, stairs lead down to the lounge, which has been thoughtfully furnished with a wood burner, comfortable seating, coffee table and TV. Returning back up the steps, guests will find a door off the dining room which leads through to the kitchen where there is all that guests will need including an oven, hob, microwave, American style fridge/freezer and dishwasher. The washing machine and tumble dryer can be found in a separate laundry room downstairs. The master king sized double bedroom is located off the dining room, a wonderfully spacious room with large built in wardrobes and views over the lake, there is an en suite bathroom with a bath, separate shower, and WC. The remaining four bedrooms are situated on the lower ground floor, the first of which is another super king sized double, whilst there is also a twin room with large single beds and two more single rooms. There is a bathroom on the same floor as these bedrooms, which offers a bath, separate shower, and WC. In addition to this there are also two separate WCs, one on this floor and one on the upper floor off the dining room. Across the driveway from the cottage, is a games room which has a pool table as well as a lovely seating area, great for playing board games and a small kitchenette with fridge. Doors from the games room open out onto the property s attractive terrace for which there is garden furniture provided, making it a fantastic place to enjoy the beautiful view to Coniston Water. There is parking provided for four cars.
Located in the picturesque Eden Valley, there is plenty to see and do in the local area, with its lush green countryside, traditional towns and attractive stone villages. Don your walking boots to explore the peaceful Howgill Fells, or join either the Coast to Coast walk or the Pennine Way. Head 9 miles south to browse the bustling town of Penrith or continue to the Lake District to enjoy a lakeside picnic, swim or fish at Ullswater, 20 miles away. Or, head 22 miles north to visit the iconic Hadrian s Wall. After a long day of exploring, return to the village of Kirkoswald, just 1 mile from the property, which is home to a well stocked village store and two popular pubs. With exposed beams, wooden flooring and high vaulted ceilings, this spacious barn conversion is a wonderful home from home for families or groups of friends. Cleverly designed to make the most of the rural views and original features, the main living accommodation is located on the first floor. At one end of the striking open plan space is a charming kitchen area, equipped with an electric oven, gas hob, fridge, microwave and dishwasher, while a farmhouse style table sits in the centre of the room. You ll also find a freezer downstairs, under the stairs. At the other end, a cosy and inviting lounge area surrounds a wood burner, perfect for warming up after a long walk. With a Smart TV, DVD player and Bluetooth radio, you will have everything you need for a relaxing night in. Downstairs are three elegantly presented bedrooms with fresh decor and painted stone walls: two doubles and one twin that can be made into a super king on request. The bedrooms share a bathroom with a bath and shower cubicle, and a separate shower room. Outside, picturesque shared gardens overlook the stunning countryside and offer plenty of peaceful corners for al fresco dining. A shared laundry room houses a washing machine and a tumble dryer. There is parking close to the property.
Head to this truly individual holiday home in the south of the Lake District and take a good sized group with you. Up to eight guests and two dogs are welcome to stay at the impressive, four bedroom property at Finsthwaite, 10 miles from the market town of Ulverston. Venture approximately 0.5 miles to the shores of scenic Lake Windermere or head just under a mile to picturesque High Dam. Members of your party might also like to spend time at Fell Foot, 3 miles away, where you can picnic, paddle, swim and go boating. From Newby Bridge, 2 miles from the barn, catch a ride on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Steam Railway, which makes its way through spectacular Lakeland scenery. Step into this bright, three storey barn and find yourselves in a broad reception hall, where you can leave your boots and jackets in a cloakroom and find a separate WC. Wander on to discover the airy kitchen/diner, with its AEG double electric oven and separate electric hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, and dishwasher. Prepare hearty meals then gather around the table to enjoy them together. Find an extra TV in here too. Make your way up to the first floor to relax in the lounge and bask in front of the open fire. Settle down together to watch the large TV, with Freesat, or a film on the DVD player. Perhaps listen to your favourite tunes via the Bluetooth Bose speaker after dinner. Members of your family might also like to spill into the sun filled conservatory to take in the sweeping vistas or challenge each other to a board game. Find one of your bedrooms, which has a king size bed and en suite shower room with WC, is also at this level. Climb the stairs to the top floor to discover another king size room, plus two twins with hand basins, all with low sloping ceilings. The family bathroom, with bath, shower and a separate WC, is also up here. Enjoy the many levels and different outside spaces within the gorgeous grounds. Dine on either of the patios, light the BBQ and find the delightful secret garden. The attached garage is arranged as a games room, with table tennis and a dart board, and also has space for bicycles. A handy tumble dryer is also kept in here. The barn comes with parking for two cars.
