House rental in Coniston - sleeps 4

ROWLANDSON GROUND COTTAGE
2 bedrooms, sleeps 4

An ancient monks retreat with period features positioned above Lake Coniston with a walk through woodland leading to its shores. 17th century character cottage. This charming semi-detached holiday cottage, formerly a monk’s retreat, dates back to 1640 and is full of delightful beams, stone floors and is prettily furnished. Situated above Lake Coniston amongst the woods, through which there is a short path down to the lake, the property is right in the heart of the Lakes National Park. It is situated 2 miles from Coniston with its beautiful and romantic valley surrounded by spectacular scenery, 5 miles from Ambleside with magnificent fells, a mile from Tarn Howes, and with Grizedale Forest behind you, an ideal place to go walking with views of the dales and mountains, and with 60 sculptures across the forest. Windermere is a short ferry trip across the lake, and there is fabulous fell walking, cycling and other activities in the immediate area. Shop, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

Accommodation details

Ground floor: Living room with flagstone floor/dining room. Kitchen with flagstone floor. First floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double, 1 twin. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. Beams throughout.

Extra Amenities

Open fire in living room (initial fuel included). Oil central heating, electricity and bed linen included. DVD and small library. Stereo/CD. Electric cooker. Microwave. Dishwasher. Freezer. Lawned garden with patio and furniture. Parking (2 cars). No smoking.