About this property
A lovely stone built bungalow with traditional features throughout, sleeping four guests, nestled in a pretty village in the western Lake District. Perfect for a group of friends.
Located in the pretty village of Lorton Vale, this home is close to a pub and just 100 metres from a village shop, ideal for picking up essentials. It s also a great place for walking, with access to the western Lake District s marvellous countryside right on the doorstep. The lakes Crummock and Loweswater are 4 miles away. Enjoy fishing, walking, boating and sightseeing in these beautiful areas. The Georgian market town of Cockermouth is 4 miles away, great for perusing independent shops and dining out. Whinlatter Forest Park (3.5 miles) is filled to the brim with cycling and walking routes as well as a fantastic Go Ape attraction. This single storey home has two entrances, with space for coats and boots in both areas. Head through to the open plan kitchen/diner where you ll find everything you need for a fantastic self catering stay in the Lake District. The kitchen has an oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and a washing machine. It also benefits from a fantastic Nespresso coffee machine so bring some pods and enjoy a sumptuous coffee. The dining table has four seats so you can socialise over a home cooked meal. Admire the views across the garden, pasture, river and beyond from the dining room s window. Through to the living room and you ll find vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. Fire up the warming wood burner and take a seat on the comfortable sofa. There s also a TV with Freeview and a DVD player for entertaining evenings in. The feature beams and ceilings continue through to the two bedrooms. A pretty double room has a built in wardrobe and the twin room (which can be made up as a super king on request) has superb views into the garden. The family bathroom has a shower and WC. To the rear of the cottage is a spacious enclosed garden. A large lawned space boasts a border of mature shrubs and pretty flowers as well as a wooden bench. Take a seat and soak up the views of the surrounding fells. The cottage also enjoys shared access with Winder Hall to the stunning private river walk with fishing rights included. Winder Hall and The Lodge Winder Hall can booked along side each other to accommodate up to 18 guests. Should you require more roomTwo cars can park on the private driveway and the nearest shop and pub are just 100 metres from here. Need to know: 2 bedrooms 1 double, 1 twin (can be made up as a super king on request). 1 bathroom with a shower and WC. Oven, hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, washing machine, coffee machine. Wood burner. TV with Freeview and DVD player. Wi Fi included. Enclosed garden with lawn and bench. P rivate parking for 2 cars on the driveway, more parking at the front of the cottage. Storage for bikes in garage. EV charger available for guests at Winder hall and The Lodge Wider Hall, pay on use. Nearest pub and shop 100 metres. Property can be booked alongside Winder Hall (SZ565). Private stretch of river with fishing rights for the sole use of guests at Winder Hall and The Lodge Winder Hall. Please note that for fishing you will require a national rod licence which is available to purchase online or at the post office. . Stunning private river walk for the sole use of guests at Winder Hall and The Lodge Winder Hall.. Winder Hall and The Lodge Winder Hall can booked along side each other to accommodate up to 18 guests.
Accommodation
Downstairs bedroom, Downstairs bathroom, Complex of properties, Enclosed garden / patio, Open fire / wood burner, Internet access, Pub within 1 mile, Shop within 1 mile, Fishing on site / nearby, Family friendly, Parking on site / nearby, Electric vehicle charging, Cottage, Does not allow pets, Yes