The little hamlet of Nether Wasdale (2.5 miles) has two pubs where a hearty meal awaits at the end of a busy day. Very peaceful as motorboats aren’t permitted, explore Wastwater by hiring kayaks or SUPs, take a dip in the clear waters or enjoy a gentle stroll along the shores. Find family-friendly walks up Buckbarrow or Middle Fell just behind the cottage, while the peaks of Sca Fell and Scafell Pike are a fantastic, challenging climb and both within 6 miles. Muncaster Castle is 10 miles away and has a colourful history and beautiful grounds, or take a trip on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, known as the La'al Ratty, making a leisurely 7-mile journey through beautiful scenery to the sea. Find beaches dotted up and down the Cumbrian coast, such as Drigg, Seascale and Braystones Beach all within 11 miles, perfect for long walks, picnics and a dip in the sea. Head 18 miles south to find Broughton-in-Furness, where there is a bakery, butchers, small grocery store and a choice of cafes and pubs, whilst 17 miles north Whitehaven has shops, supermarkets, places to eat and a lovely marina.
A cosy ground floor apartment within a development of holiday cottages, you’ll find a warm welcome for four guests and two canine chums. Contemporary and elegant, warm wooden floors are complemented by large windows and tasteful decor creating stylish yet homely holiday accommodation. Step into the slate-floored hallway where there is plenty of space for the coats and muddy boots, before you head to the lovely open-plan living space. The heart of the house, there is ample space to gather everyone together at the start and end of the day. The kitchen is equipped with an under-counter fan oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer with a worktop facing the living area making this a sociable space for food preparation. The dining tale seats four while the two comfortable sofas are ideal for snuggling down at the end of a busy day, with your pup snoozing at your feet and a DVD on the TV. There is also a selection of games and books thoughtfully provided by the owners. Both the bedrooms have fantastic views out to the fells and are fresh and light. The double room has two sash windows and a built-in wardrobe, and the twin room has a wardrobe and dressing table. The shower room has a spacious shower enclosure with a mixer shower and a large drencher head.
Outside, there is a lovely shared lawned garden with flowerbeds and stone seating where you can enjoy the morning sunshine admiring the mighty crags on Buckbarrow to the rear of the house. Catch the evening sun at the front of the house, sipping a glass of wine overlooking the mighty Screes. There is off-road parking opposite the building.