GRASS INGS, Family Friendly, With Open Fire In Skelwith Bridge, Skelwith Bridge

Lake District. Sleeps up to 6

Detached Lakeland country house. Stunning views. French doors. Stylish decor. Smart TVs and Xbox 360. Large garden. Nestled between the peaceful Langdale Valley and vibrant Ambleside.

Amenities: Oil central heating, with woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, Xbox 360 with games, WiFi. Private parking for 3 cars. Drinks patio, sun terrace and in the centre of the garden a large dining patio. Sloped lawns. Sorry, no pets. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub are a short walk. Friday or Monday Changeover only.

Town: Skelwith Bridge is located in the very heart of the Lake District at the foot of the Langdale Valley. Grasmere, Ambleside and Lake Windermere are all located within three miles of this picturesque hamlet. The small village of Elterwater with its English Lake District Inn is just a twenty minute walk passing Skelwith Force, a fifteen feet high waterfall where the River Brathay forces a passage through the rocks. Once a centre for the slate processing industry, it consists of a cluster of stone buildings by a picturesque bridge spanning the River Brathay. Today, hand-crafted articles can be purchased from the shop and cafe at ‘Chesters by the River’. The Skelwith Bridge Hotel and Talbot Pub, dating back to the 17th century sit in the centre of the hamlet. Nearby Grasmere is perhaps best known as the home of William Wordsworth, a place he once described as "The most loveliest spot that man hath found".

Located in Ambleside, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Allan Bank and Dove Cottage are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cocoa Hearts and The Herdy Shop. Grasmere Showground and Treetop Trek are also worth visiting.