Cottage in Cumbria

Located on a small Country Estate, just above the shores of Coniston Water, at the heart of the Lake District, this traditional Lakeland attached cottage shares a courtyard with 4 other delightful holiday homes. With extensive shared gardens and grounds and direct access to the estates private lake shore Tent Lodge Cottage makes an ideal base from which to enjoy a wonderful holiday. This spectacular area has welcomed and inspired many renowned guests including Beatrix Potter and Arthur Ransome (author of Swallows and Amazons ), Tennyson, the Victorian Poet Laureate and the painter William Turner. The awe inspiring scenery of idyllic Coniston Water with its backdrop of the rugged Coniston Old Man mountain range will make any stay extra special. A real treat for the adventurous, this superb holiday home is ideally placed for all the attractions and outdoor activities on offer in this glorious corner of the UK but is equally perfect for those who just want to soak up the peace and quiet and relax. A short distance from the Western edge of Grizedale Forest, miles of walking and cycling trails are yours to explore. Enjoy your favourite water sports on magical Coniston Water where Donald Campbell made his water speed record attempts in the famous Bluebird . Coniston village is just over a mile away and offers a range of outdoor activity providers, shops, pubs, cafes and a highly rated Bistro. The Boating Centre is a great place from which to hire boats, take boat trips on the famous Gondola (a Victorian steam yacht) and Launches or just simply feed the ducks and enjoy an ice cream. Historically an 18th century stable, this cottage has been sympathetically modernised to offer a unique retreat. Through the stable door from the courtyard you step into the open plan lounge, kitchen and dining area. Contemporary, stylish and airy yet also benefitting from being able to curl up, this space is the ultimate for sociable and practical living. The sleek kitchen area offers an electric oven and ceramic hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher. The living area boasts comfy sofas a TV, DVD player and a woodburning stove. This wonderful property makes a great holiday home from home perfect for spending time together and relaxing after a long day exploring. The stairs lead from the kitchen to a charming, double bedroom which offers wonderful views of the lake and to a pretty, twin bedroom overlooking the courtyard. The smart, modern bathroom is also on the first floor with over bath shower, WC and washbasin. Outside, Tent Lodge Cottage enjoys its own sunny, enclosed small walled garden, a great spot for alfresco dining or a refreshing drink. Beyond the garden idyllic Coniston Water will tempt you through the grounds and down to the estate s private lake shore area which is shared with other properties on the estate this is the place for picnics, paddling and fishing for tiddlers and if you want to bring your own sailing boat, there are jetties to tie up to. Perfect!