Kentmere Fell Views

About this property

Windermere 12.8 miles. Enjoying an incredible position in the village of Kentmere overlooking the picturesque Kentmere Fells in the Lake District National Park, is this stone cottage, Kentmere Fell Views. Perfect for three couples holidaying together or a family, Kentmere Fell Views offers a scenic base for Lake District adventures, and is only a short drive away from Windermere. Enter into the spacious boot room where a bench allows you to comfortably take off your walking gear, with a door here leading into the utility room housing the dishwasher. Step into the large kitchen/diner where you'll find bespoke oak units, an electric range cooker, and a dining table positioned before the French doors which open onto the patio. The corridor entailing a few steps up leads to a ground-floor shower room and then onto the back kitchen, home to an electric oven and a washer/dryer among other appliances. Take a right into the spacious sitting room, offering a homely spot to unwind with a woodburning stove, a huge leather corner sofa and a TV. The original cottage staircase, made from lakeland slate, brings you to the first floor which still has the original wooden floorboards, leading to the three lovely bedrooms, including a king-size room and two doubles, as well as a larger shower room with a roomy shower enclosure to freshen up in. The cottage has handmade bespoke timber cottage shutters and a host of other original character features throughout, allbeit modernised and refreshed in a modern style. Discover a wonderful garden to enjoy with a patio hosting outdoor dining furniture, and lawns to relax on too while the incredible and breath-taking views of the fells are sure to impress everyday. The Kentmere Fells are a great area to start with in terms of walks and adventures being right on your doorstep, with the village of Kentmere around four miles north of the market town of Staveley where you'll find the closest amenities. Venture over to the town of Windermere to walk the quaint streets and discover a host of independent shops and traditional pubs, before strolling down to Bowness where you can find The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, a great visit for anyone who enjoyed the beloved children's author's books as a child! Lake Windermere is brimming with exciting things to do, with a host of watersports to enjoy from swimming and paddle boarding to water-skiing and kayaking, as well as boat hire available for exploring Windermere's islands, and boat cruises taking you on a leisurely scenic journey along England's largest lake. Head down to the town of Lakeside to visit Lakes Aquarium or take a trip on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, or go in the opposite direction up to Ambleside to see the Roman Fort and Stock Ghyll Force. The town of Kendal is within reach too, along with the attractions of Sizergh Castle, Lakeland Museum, Lakeland Maze Farm Park and National Trust's Wray Castle. Soak up the epic scenery surrounding Kentmere Fell Views in the Lake District with your loved ones.

Bowness and Windermere, the twin towns, are both dynamic, fun-filled villages nestled in the stunning backdrop of the Lake District. Both towns include a variety of attractions, shops, and restaurants to suit all interests, with Ambleside adding a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium, and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey to the mix. Grizedale Forest Park is a short drive away and offers a variety of activities such as excellent hiking, mountain biking, and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. For those looking for a more adrenaline-fueled excursion, the region also has many National Trust estates and a range of water activities. The 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness will delight children, while Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick, and the Lakeland Mountains are all easily accessible.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 2 x double.

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Shower room with large walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Kitchen.

Utility.

Boot room.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Traditional style range cooker, 2-ring electric hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV, WiFi.

Storage heaters.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for two cars.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 4.1 miles, pub 4.3 miles.

Please be aware: The property's staircase is the original old staircase with narrow, uneven steps, please take care.

There are steps within the ground floor which are highlighted with stickers, please take care.

In the garden at the end of the lawn there are solar lights to mark the limit of access - there is a small drop beyond the lights.

There is a metal ladder in one of the bedrooms, there is no access up this ladder, please make children aware.