The Shippen is a charming, upside down cottage, attached to the owners' 17th century, traditional Lakeland farmhouse in Rusland, six miles from Hawkshead. On the ground floor, the cottage has one bedroom with a king-size double bed, and a bathroom. There is an open plan living area up on the first floor, with a kitchen, a dining area and a sitting are with a woodburning stove. The courtyard outside is enclosed with furniture and pretty flowers and plants, and there is off road parking for two cars. With lots of walking and cycling opportunities nearby, The Shippen is a wonderful, romantic base for couples exploring the Lake District National Park. Shop and pub 3 miles. Please note: this property is not suitable for people with limited mobility, infants or children under the age of 12. Note: Spiral staircase and internal steps. Note: Interconnecting door to owner's house in living room, which is kept locked at all times. Please note: property only accepts a minimum of 3 night bookings.

Oil central heating with woodburning stove. Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with FreeSat, DVD, Wifi. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Lockable bike storage. Enclosed courtyard with furniture. One well-behaved dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 3 miles. Please note: this property is not suitable for people with limited mobility, infants or children under the age of 12. Note: Spiral staircase and internal steps. Note: Interconnecting door to owner's house in living room, which is kept locked at all times. Please note: property only accepts a minimum of 3 night bookings.

One ground floor king-size double bedroom. Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. First floor open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.