The property
Coniston 2 miles.
This immaculately-presented, single-storey cottage has excellent en-suite facilities, a private hot tub and spectacular views, and is half a mile from Coniston Water in the beautiful Lake District.
With local slate flooring in the hall and kitchen, this Coniston cottage is ideal for families and friends who wish to enjoy time together in one of the most scenic parts of England.
This wonderful cottage near Coniston is set all on the ground floor and offers stunning views out of the sitting room, across the fields and to the east shore of Coniston Water, with Grizedale Forest and Brantwood on the horizon.
This Coniston cottage has three bedrooms, all with superb en-suite facilities, with the master king-size double bedroom benefiting from a whirlpool bath and a TV.
The double bedroom has French windows which lead to a conservatory, perfect for afternoon cocktails.
The private hot tub on the patio is ideal for sinking into at the end of a bracing walk in this picturesque area, and relaxing those tired muscles.
The Lakeshore, a perfect place for lazy picnics, is easily accessible on foot across the fields in less than 10 minutes.
There are many low level walks available from the doorstep of this Coniston cottage and for those who are more ambitious in your group, the cottage lies at the bottom of the Old Man of Coniston, ideal for a more energetic walk.
The extensive Grizedale Forest is a great place for mountain biking, with extensive trails through the trees.
The small hamlet of Torver is less than a mile away and has a couple of excellent pubs serving food.
The bustling village of Coniston is only two miles down the road and from here you can participate in lots of water based activities.
The pretty village of Hawkshead is just a 10 minute drive away, with archways leading to quaint squares with higgledy-piggledy houses scattered around.
There are also some specialist, individual shops selling delicious jams, chutneys and cakes, interesting art galleries and, of course, the Beatrix Potter Gallery.
After a full day out and about, this Coniston cottage is a perfect base to return to, whether you decide to snuggle up in front of the cosy woodburner or indulge in the hot tub, you'll be sure to have a wonderfully relaxing holiday.
Note: This property is next to Ref. 913968, together they sleep 18.
Accommodation
All ground floor. Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with TV and en-suite whirlpool bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x double with TV, en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen. Sitting room with dining area and woodburner.
About the location
CONISTON
Hawkshead 4 miles; Ambleside 8 miles.
Nestling at the head of Coniston Water, the pretty village of Coniston is surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the Lake District National Park, making it a superb base for touring, with Hawkshead, Ambleside, Windermere and Grasmere just a short drive away. Superb walking, mountain biking and climbing are available locally on Coniston Old Man and Wetherlam, and the lovely woodland trails at Grizedale Forest. For watersports enthusiasts, the quiet lake is ideal for dinghy sailing and canoeing, whilst the less active can enjoy a leisure cruise on the beautiful steam yacht 'Gondola’, or visit Brantwood, the former home of John Ruskin. Nearby attractions include the award-winning village of Hawkshead, home of the Beatrix Potter Gallery, Tarn Hows, one of the most visited beauty spots in the country and Esthwaite Water, famous for its fishing. A first class holiday location at any time of the year.
Please note: The number of people occupying this property should not exceed the number stated on the Holiday Confirmation. If you wish to invite additional guests, this must be agreed by the owner in advance.
