This three-storey, newly renovated mid-terrace cottage of 3 Settlebeck Cottages rests in Sedbergh, Cumbria.
It is an excellent base for a family holiday and is situated in the countryside within the Yorkshire Dales National Park and in close driving distance to the Lake District National park offering a great base to explore both.The property, a grade 2 listed building historic built in the late 18th century, enjoys original features, which are especially noticeable on the ground floor, with stone flag flooring and exposed beams throughout.
Grab a seat at one of the plush sofas in the sitting room and switch on the TV for some evening entertainment and there's a gas fire for extra warmth.
The foodie of the group will be pleased to find that not only is the kitchen/diner a convivial and stylish space, but offers a great range of appliances, including a slimline dishwasher and a washing machine.
When dinner has been fixed up, enjoy it at the dining table over a bottle of wine, whilst you catch up on your countryside adventures.
When sleep calls, progress upstairs to one of the three zip/linked bedrooms, with this one being a first-floor super-king-size enjoying a wall-mounted TV and access to a contemporary en-suite shower room, which enjoys sleek fittings and metro tiling.
The first floor additionally hosts the family bathroom, where a bath with shower over offers a relaxing soak amongst the bubbles, while the idyllic sound of the nearby stream creates the most relaxing ambiance.
Continue to the second floor to find two more fantastic bedrooms, a charming twin and a spacious double; both bedrooms contain wardrobe storage, whilst the double additionally houses a handy desk.
Embark on a leisurely walk into the heart of Sedbergh, where a selection of eateries await, including the award-winning Black Bull restaurant and gastropub, offering a tasty menu and local ales, as well as The Thirsty Rambler, Al Forno Italian Kitchen and the Three Hares Café and Deli, all perfect for when you don’t feel like cooking!
From the comfort of 3 Settlebeck Cottages you will also have easy access to Sedbergh Golf Club and the beautiful sight of Cautley Spout, which can be reached by the Sedbergh trail.
Venture into the Lake District National Park, where you can explore a plethora of idyllic villages and towns, including Windermere, well-known for its famous lake where you can try your hand at one of the excellent watersports on offer, with paddleboarding, kayaking, sailing and wakesurfing all readily available.
Ramblers will not want to miss the opportunity to hike up to the viewpoints of Queen Adelaide’s Hill and Orrest Head, where you can soak up the breath-taking views which look out towards the Langdale Pikes.
Explore the fascinating attractions of Windermere Jetty Museum and The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction or test out your clubs at the excellent Windermere golf club.
From here, head to Ambleside where you can explore an impressive 2nd-century Roman Fort, learn more about the area at the Armitt Library & Museum Centre or visit the picturesque 70-ft Stock Gyhll Force.
Continue onto Grasmere, where you can wander the former home of the great literary, William Words Worth followed by a traditional sweet treat from the 15th-century bakery.
If you can tear yourself away, the Yorkshire Dales National Park is also easily accessible, here you can spend the day in Hawes, a market town featuring the Dales Countryside Museum, walks to Aysgill Force and Cotter Force, along with being close to the vast Semer Water Nature Reserve.
Why not spend some more time in the Lake District or the Yorkshire Dales, or maybe you'd like to venture further to the Arnside & Silverdale and the Forest of Bowland AONBs?
There is something for everyone at 3 Settlebeck Cottages!