Muirhead At Applethwaite Hall

About this property

Stylish apartment in Applethwaite Hall built at the height of the Arts and Crafts movement close to Windermere in the Lake District and has stunning original features with a firepace and Victoria stone windows. Named after the architect Thomas Muirhead who in addition to designing Applethwaite Hall was also responsible for the cricket Pavilions at Manchester Old Trafford and The Oval. On the lower ground floor Muirhead is approached through the communal entrance to the hall and offers luxurious accommodation in a beautiful setting. The sitting room has been elegantly decorated and has original stone pillars, panelling together with a Smart TV. The kitchen/diner is superbly equipped with large picture windows over looking the grounds. There is a spacious master bedroom with super-king sized bed and ensuite shower room. There are a further 2 bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Outside there is a covered private terrace and shared use of the extensive grounds including immaculate lawns with views over to the Langdales. Applethwaite is an enviable location; easily reached by car or by train and perfectly placed to explore Windermere village, Bowness, Lake Windermere and all the Lake District has to offer.

This owner does not accept children under 11, please ensure you take note of this upon booking.

Windermere is a lovely place to make yourself at home with an abundance of cafés, restaurants and traditional Lake District pubs to choose from and plenty of shops for stocking up the kitchen. A number of superb walks begin nearby, including the easy ascent of Orrest Head which promises spectacular views to Lake Windermere from the top. There are also many National Trust and other historic properties and gardens to enjoy near at hand including the 400 year old farmhouse at Townend, Holehird Gardens (the home of the Lakeland Horticultural Society) and the beautifully restored Arts and Crafts house, Blackwell

For touring by car, you'll find Windermere a great place to start. A famously scenic stretch of the A591 leads to Ambleside, Rydal Water and historic Grasmere. Branch off into the Troutbeck Valley and take one of the most breathtaking scenic drives in the Lake District - over Kirkstone Pass to Ullswater with a stop at the acclaimed Queen's Head for lunch. This superb property makes a delightful base for a Lake District holiday at any time of the year.

The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.

Accommodation

Lower-ground-floor apartment.

Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with en-suite shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x twin with TV.

Kichen/diner.

Sitting room

Smart electric radiators.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher.

2 x Smart TVs, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi.

Fuel and power inc in rent.

Bed linen and towels inc in rent.

Of- road parking for 2 cars.

Lockable bike storage.

Patio with furniture and use of shared grounds.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub 1.5 miles