This spacious South Lakes holiday home provides a quiet rural retreat for up to ten guests perfect for a memorable holiday with extended family or friends within the National Park. It's 3 miles from Newby Bridge a quaint village at the southern tip of Lake Windermere and 4 miles from Cartmel renowned for its historic inns tea rooms gourmet restaurants and world famous Sticky Toffee Pudding ! The Edwardian seaside town of Grange-over-Sands (4 miles) boasts a scenic promenade nature reserves and gorgeous views over Morecambe Bay. Explore the Lake District's breathtaking walking and cycling routes perhaps reaching Tarn Hows (13.5 miles) to the Old Man of Coniston (19.5 miles). Lake Windermere offers water sports and cultural history with links to Beatrix Potter William Wordsworth John Ruskin and the Arts & Crafts movement associated with William Morris. Whether soaking up the UNESCO World Heritage landscape or enjoying family-friendly attractions like Fell Foot Park (4 miles) this is the perfect base for a scenic group getaway. The beautifully furnished cottage is perched high on a hillside and inspired by William Morris designs for an outstanding colourful appearance. You'll enter via the upper ground floor into a charming country kitchen complete with a dining table for tucking into hearty meals together. Here you can enjoy panoramic Fell views framed by the kitchen windows and enjoy watching Herdwick sheep graze by the garden fence. It is such a joy to observe the new born lambs gambolling alongside their mothers! Adjacent to the kitchen is a welcoming lounge with a warming wood burner Smart TV and French doors opening out to a south and west facing balcony overlooking the picturesque gardens village and hills! Two of the five sumptuous bedrooms are also on this floor including a super-king-size room with Smart TV and access to the balcony. This room has an en-suite bathroom with spa bath and walk-in shower. A second super-king-size bedroom features breathtaking views and an en-suite shower room. From the hall there is a guest cloakroom with WC and shower. Head down to the lower ground floor where three further en-suite bedrooms await one with super-king-size zip-and-link beds (which can be separated upon request) another with twin zip-and-link beds (which can be joined to make a super-king-size) and a third with a king-size bed with antique furniture. This level includes a snug seating area with Smart TV perfect for kids to do their own thing or for some quiet reading and a second dining area ideal for younger guests. Also for a special treat take advantage of a complete spa experience after a long day's walk and relax in the invigorating sauna via the attached wet room. The outside space is wonderful for chilling out whether after sweating it out in the sauna or a session on the exercise bike enjoy a soak in the outdoor hot tub while absorbing the magnificent scenery. The beautifully landscaped gardens and the three al fresco terraces each with outdoor dining furniture and BBQs so you can unwind and enjoy sunsets over the Fells whilst sipping a glass of wine are the icing on the cake at this outstanding Lake District escape! There is ample private parking available at the property. Need to know: 5 bedrooms 3 super king size (1 converts to a twin on request), 1 king size, 1 twin zip and link (can also convert to a super king size on request). 6 bathrooms 1 en suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, walk in shower and WC, 3 en suite shower rooms with WC, 1 en suite bathroom with bath, shower and WC, 1 shower room with WC. AGA electric range cooker with 3 ovens and hob, combi microwave/oven/grill, 2 fridge/freezers and dishwasher. Utility room with washing machine / iron and ironing board / hair dryer / drying facility / boot racks. Travel cot and highchair available. Wood burner in the lounge (starter pack provided). 4 Smart TVs including 1 in master bedroom. Split level lawns and terraced garden with outdoor furniture and a BBQ; 3 panoramic terraces with garden furniture; Children's hideaway Fort play area. Hot tub, sauna, exercise bike, wet room. Ample private parking. Michelin Starred Gastropub 150 metres, shop 3 miles, beach 4 miles. 2 small dogs welcome. Please note, no stag or hen parties are permitted at this property.