Fair Rigg is an outstanding detached four-star Gold Lakeland residence with views over Lake Windermere and the surrounding area. The shores of the Lake a few minutes stroll away, with direct access to the water, perfect for canoeing or a host of waterborne activities. There is vehicular access to the edge of the lake too, with free parking on the road running along the lakeshore below the property. This charismatic property provides a unique retreat no matter how active, relaxed or sophisticated your gathering. With 6 scenic bedroom suites, 5 of them ensuite, all with different views to the lake or countryside, you’ll be in relaxation heaven. The main super-king room has adjoining twin room annexe suitable for children. You only need stock up the kitchen (Tesco offer the best delivery options for the area) and you'll enjoy endless quality time right here in the house; cook up a storm on the Aga and relax by the log burner, unwind in the snug with open fire, chill in the living room admiring the view through the bay window or catching up on the latest sporting events or films on the large screen TV with full Sky package, or escape to the gorgeous furnished gardens or down to the Lake. Stained glass decorates the entry to the hall, with a boot room and ample storage for walking boots and outdoor wear, with a separate cloakroom. Superb living room with bay window with views of the lake, comfortable furnishings, large screen TV. The ‘Snug' is a second quieter living room with comfortable chairs and tables to work or play games, there’s an open fire and further views of lake Windermere, then out to the extensive furnished patio, with more lake views. The modern kitchen/living room has a state-of-the-art, 5 oven total Control electric AGA with 2 traditional AGA hotplates and additional easy control electric hob, large dining table, log burner and comfortable seating area with TV, and patio doors lead out to the patio area to the side of the property. There is ample parking on the gated drive for a number of vehicles and external storage for bikes, dinghies, canoes etc. On the quiet side of Windermere your luxury holiday home is a peaceful base for your stay. The Cuckoo Brow is the nearest country pub offering great food and can be reached by taking the footpath just above the house. Head to the nearby hamlet of Near Sawrey and you’ll find Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top, The Tower Bank Arms, and lovely walks in idyllic countryside. Further on you’ll discover Hawkshead village with its car-free cobbled streets, local shops, tea rooms and tempting delicatessens you'll find a leisurely day is well spent. Drive a little further and you'll reach Ambleside; a cosmopolitan Lake District village with sophisticated shops, cafes and restaurants. The car & passenger ferry is a short stroll away and takes you across to lively Bowness Bay, with lots of restaurants, shops bars and boating activity. Claife Viewing Station high in the woods above the ferry is worth a visit - a Victorian platform from which to view the lake and Wray Castle is a 4 mile walk right along the lakeshore.
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