Addyfield Farmhouse

About this property

Bowland Bridge 1 mile. Addyfield Farmhouse is a charming cottage nestled in the heart of the Bowland Bridge, Cumbria, within the National Park. Boasting stunning countryside views and off-road parking for four cars, this delightful retreat is perfect for families or groups of friends seeking a peaceful escape to the Lake District National Park.

The heart of the home is the kitchen, where you can prepare delicious meals for your group. Adjacent to the kitchen is the dining room, featuring a large dining table and chairs, charming wooden roof beams, and an electric fire, creating a warm atmosphere for family meals. After dinner, retire to the characterful sitting room, where you can relax in front of the Freeview TV and warm up by the woodburning stove. From here, you can enjoy stunning countryside views, adding to the tranquil ambiance of the property.

Outside, you'll find a small grassed area with a patio, perfect for enjoying the fresh air. The sitting-out area is furnished with inviting garden furniture and a barbecue, ideal for alfresco dining on warm summer evenings.

Upstairs, you'll be greeted by a spacious bedroom, boasting large windows and skylights, as well as a cot for the little ones. Further along, you'll find two more double bedrooms and a twin room with countryside views, all tastefully decorated and offering lovely countryside views. The property also benefits from a bathroom, complete with a bath, overhead shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, as well as an additional shower room with a walk-in shower, basin, and WC.

Bowland Bridge offers a local post office for essentials, as well as a selection of pubs including the Masons Arms and The Hare and Hounds Inn. More amenities can be found at close by villages, including Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere, or the coastal town of Grange over Sands.

Lake Windermere has a fantastic array of watersports facilities and access via the ferry to Hawkshead and Coniston.

Bask in the heritage of the area with visits to the local National Trust properties, such as the delightful Wray Castle and Hill Top, the latter being the iconic Beatrix Potter's house.

For those in search of adventure, venture to Orrest Head Viewpoint with awe-inspiring views over Lake Windermere and a dramatic panorama of the surrounding mountains, or engage in adrenaline-pumping fun at Go ape in Grizedale Forest or Treetop Treks at Brockhole near Ambleside.

There are many dining options in Bowness from Porto Restaurant, Garden Bar and The Angel Inn, offering a delightful selection of meals to choose from. Experience dining with a difference with Sail N Dine, a unique sailing experience on Windermere Lake with a meal included.

There are many stunning walks throughout the local area, as well as mountain biking and birdwatching opportunities, and trails include the challenging Scafell Pike or the local Whitbarrow Scar, both boasting breathtaking scenery of the National Park. This area benefits from dark skies, perfect for stargazing!

Whether you're seeking a tranquil retreat wandering in the fabulous countryside, indulging in local history or desiring an adrenaline-filled getaway, Addyfield Farmhouse is your perfect base for an unforgettable Lake District adventure.

Set in the beautiful Lyth Valley, the tiny hamlet of Bowland Bridge is a hidden gem, with a small scattering of houses and two renowned pubs surrounded by beautiful meadows, woods and Lakeland fells. At the heart of the Lyth Valley are the villages of Bowland Bridge, Crosthwaite and Underbarrow, all of which have roads leading to Kendal, a market town situated on the edge of the Lake District National Park. Windermere, with its panoramic views over England's longest lake, is within a short drive and boasts a number of shops, pubs and restaurants, whilst its twin town Bowness offers boat trips to Ambleside and Lakeside, where the Lakeside Aquarium and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway are situated. Within easy reach are Langdale, Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top House at Sawrey, Grasmere, Coniston Water and Grizedale Forest Park, plus the town of Cartmel is a short drive away and has a Michelin Star awarded L'Enclume restaurant and a shop that sells the famous sticky toffee pudding. Take advantage of excellent walking opportunities amidst beautiful, unspoilt countryside, visit The National Hunt Racecourse, Campbell Legend Bluebird Exhibition, Lakeland Motor Museum and Holker Hall with its spectacular gardens, all of which are close by. A superb hidden valley away from the hustle and bustle of the Lake District’s most popular attractions, yet all are within reach.

Accommodation

Four bedrooms: 3 x double, 1 x twin.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.

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

Kitchen.

Dining room with electric fire.

Sitting room

Electric storage central heating.

Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.

Freeview/Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Starter pack for log burner provided.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and travel cot available.

Off-road parking for 4 cars.

Small enclosed grassed area with patio, sitting-out area and garden furniture and barbecue.

Shop 4 miles, pub 0.6 miles, lake 2.9 miles.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.