There are dozens of outdoor activities and natural wonders close to this holiday property. The Ullswater Steamers are just 7 miles away for a wonderful boat ride. Aira Force Waterfall (4.5 miles) is a sight to behold and has paths suitable for most abilities while more seasoned hikers might want to take a trip up Helvellyn (18 miles) or Place Fell (8 miles). Walk the one-mile route to Little Mell Fell for stunning views or the 3.5-mile route to Pooley Bridge along footpaths straight from the front door. Haweswater Reservoir (14.5 miles) is well worth a visit - when the water level is low you can see the remains of the village that was drowned when a dam was built in 1935. Step into the property from the parking area at the rear into the open-plan living area. Fresh and bright decor with sofas set around a stone fireplace and TV make for cosy evenings in while a charming wooden dining table and pine kitchen cupboards have a traditional feel. You have everything you need to self-cater including an electric oven and hob fridge microwave and a washer/dryer. Up a small flight of stairs you'll find the bathroom with a waterfall shower over the bath. Up another flight of stairs are the double bedrooms. Both are bright and airy with pops of colour in the furnishings; one room has a wonderful four-poster bed. Outside there is a lawn area at the front of the property which is shared with two other holiday cottages plus a private sheltered veranda with a bench to enjoy the view. To the rear of the property there's a large gravelled area with another bench a lockable storage area and a byre to store outdoor gear and bikes. There is off-road parking for two cars accessed via the gate by the cottages. Need to know: 2 double bedrooms. 1 bathroom with shower over the bath. Electric oven and hob, fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, washer/dryer. Open fire (initial supply of logs and coal provided). TV. Shared lawn area at front of property; private veranda with bench; gravelled area with bench and storage at rear. Off road parking for 2 cars. Storage for outdoor gear and bikes in lockable area and byre. Pub and restaurant 2 miles, shop 9 miles.