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A traditional 19th century semi-detached cottage in a rural position on the edge of the Lake District National Park with far reaching views of the Lake District fells. The cottage is approached down a private drive making it quiet and secluded yet it is only 1 and a 1/2 miles north of the mediaeval market town of Kendal, known as the Gateway to the Lakes. The self-catering cottage is ideally situated for exploring Windermere (8 miles), Ambleside, and the central lakes - the Lake District National Park is an area of outstanding beauty, one quarter of which is owned by the National Trust. Lake Windermere, at 10 and a 1/2 miles, is the longest of the 16 lakes. Ambleside is approximately the centre of the Lake District with the lakes radiating out in most directions. Not only is the scenery spectacular but the area is also renowned for its literary history. The children's author and illustrator, Beatrix Potter, lived in Hawkshead near Windermere and the poet, William Wordsworth, lived in Grasmere.

The valleys of Longsleddale and Kentmere are only 4 miles away offering dramatic scenery, good walking and bird watching - buzzards can often be seen circling the hills opposite the house. Ten miles to the east of Greenbank is Sedbergh and the Yorkshire Dales National Park which covers a further area of 1,762 km. This lovely holiday cottage near Kendal is ideally located to enjoy a vast area of unspoilt countryside offering outstanding scenery, a range of wildlife habitats and a rich cultural heritage.

Accommodation: The accommodation comprises entrance porch into hallway with downstairs WC. Fully fitted kitchen with separate dining area with a good sized table and four chairs. Large sitting room with open fire in which there is an antique broadwood cottage piano. Upstairs, one bedroom with double bed and one bedroom with single bed and washbasin. There are views over open countryside from both bedrooms. Family bathroom with bath, shower and WC. There is a third bedroom on the second floor but this is used for storage. The cottage benefits from a private, mature garden with views over open countryside to the Lake District fells and Langdale Pikes in the distance. There is a tarmac hardstanding with ample parking for 2/3 cars. A garden table, four chairs and parasol are provided. Directions: Leave the M6 motorway at junction 36. Take the A591 into Kendal then follow the A6 northbound through Kendal, to Skelsmergh. Full directions will be given at time of booking. What's included: Heating is included in the price plus coal for the fire. Bed linen is provided and the beds are made up ready for your arrival. Also a tea tray is laid out for that first cup of tea. Change over day is usually Saturday but this is flexible. Short breaks are available. Discounts of £15 are given on bookings of two weeks or more. Further discounts given on bookings of 3/4 weeks. To book this traditional Cumbrian self-catering cottage near Kendal, click the enquiry button below and ask about availability.

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