Aikin

Sitting within half an acre of beautiful grounds, this airy, welcoming and beautifully updated cottage makes a lovely holiday home for nine guests. Featuring spellbinding views of Newlands Valley, the property makes a wonderful base for walkers, climbers, cyclists, water sports fans and nature lovers exploring the heart of the Lake District. Within easy reach of Grisedale Pike and the lakes of Derwentwater, Bassenthwaite, Buttermere and Crummock Water, this character-filled cottage makes a relaxing getaway for larger families and groups of friends. The property has a range of delightful features including an impressive stone fireplace, exposed ceiling beams, wooden floors, large windows with glorious views and a choice of musical instruments to play including a harpsichord, piano and even a small church organ.

On entering this traditional property, the delightful open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner provides a wonderfully relaxing living area for you all to unwind in. The spacious lounge has several seating areas so there’s plenty of room for everyone. A charming alcove has a large picture window offering far-reaching views, or you can chat around the table in the corner or curl up in front of the fantastic stone fireplace with its warming open fire. The lounge also has a TV, piano and harpsichord, as well a church organ which takes pride of place. The central dining area is perfect for getting together to enjoy a favourite family meal which you can rustle up in the bright and fully equipped kitchen. Upstairs, you will have a choice of four light and refreshing bedrooms decorated in relaxing pastel tones with elegant soft furnishings and offering glorious rural views: there are three double rooms – one with a raised platform and a handy washbasin – and a lovely triple room with three single beds. There’s also an invigorating first-floor family bathroom, a smaller shower room and 2 separate WCs. Outside there’s half an acre of tranquil grounds to explore. You can take a leisurely stroll through the trees then sit back on the south-facing terrace to enjoy a spot of al fresco dining. From the grounds, there are some breathtaking walks taking you further into the valley.