Located in an enviable position at the heart of the Lake District this retreat is an ideal base for exploring the stunning lakes and villages by car foot or bicycle. A short stroll from the front door you can find plenty of places to eat and drink from the local inn that s only 10 metres away to the more luxurious Langdale Hotel (0.3 miles). For a day out why not enjoy a scenic 2-mile walk along the river? Pass by Elterwater and admire the waterfall at Stockghyll Force before stopping for a spot of lunch. Both the village of Ambleside and the nearby town of Bowness-on-Windermere offer a plethora of experiences from high-end walking shops and boutiques to some fantastic eateries and bars. Nearer to home the rural village of Chapel Stile (0.7 miles) offers a local village shop country inn and delightful cafe. Upon entering the cottage you ll immediately take note of the enchanting interiors on offer from beautiful scents filling the air to the stunning artwork and soft furnishings. You are welcomed into the open-plan dining/living area perfect for socialising in the evenings by the wood burner. The kitchen is well-stocked with everything you can think of to cook or bake the day away from a range cooker to all the necessary appliances. To the side of the property you can find the boot room another well-designed space perfect for washing those muddy paws and kicking off your boots after a day on the fells. Heading upstairs you can find the opulent king-sized bedrooms with woodland views. The master bedroom boasts a delightful four-poster bed and en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and clawfoot bath whilst the equally beautiful second bedroom offers flexibility as a twin or zipped together to create a king. Adjacent you can find the second bathroom with a walk-in shower. The outside of the property is an extension of the beautiful interior with a well-manicured garden offering outdoor seating and a fire pit alongside the hot tub and BBQ. Dining alfresco is elevated to a whole new standard in this beautiful setting. Need to know: 2 bedrooms 1 king size, 1 zip and link twin (which can be made up as a king on request). 2 bathrooms 1 shower room with walk in shower and WC, 1 en suite bathroom with free standing bath, separate shower and WC. Electric range oven, induction hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, wine cooler, washer/dryer and microwave. Wood burner (first basket of logs supplied). Smart TV. Enclosed garden with dining table, fire pit and BBQ. Hot tub in the garden. Private parking to the front of the property. Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.2 miles.