The Lake District is situated in the North West of England in the county of Cumbria. At 2,292 square kilometres the Lake District is one of the biggest of 12 National Parks in the UK. It is also home to England’s highest mountain, Scafell Pike and biggest inland open expanse of water, Lake Windermere. The wonderful character of the Lake District comes from its great history, the fields are lined with ancient dry stone walls and hedgerows, and with the backdrop of magnificent mountains and lakes makes for picturesque views and unforgettable days out.
Cottage hire in the lake district is a great accommodation option. Cottages give yo the comfort of home in a great surrounding. There are various types of cottage available including:
Priory Lodge – Sleeps: 6 | Bedrooms 3. A late Victorian lodge house providing modern day living, with a original architectural features. Located on the edge of Windermere village with private pedestrian lake access this stunning building makes self-catering holidays in the Lake District a special treat all year round.
Roger Ground House – Sleeps: 14 | Bedrooms 5. Boasting ancient local history Roger Ground House was originally the home of a local Priest who administered the Hawkshead districts before the reign of Henry VIII and it is said that the surrounding Hamlet is named after him.
Sunset Cottage – Sleeps: 4 | Bedrooms 2. Sunset Cottage is a traditional stone cottage situated in a tranquil backwater of Ambleside, yet just two or three minutes level walk from the centre of the village. It is really handy for the shops, restaurants and attractions which make Ambleside an all year round Lake District destination.
The Lake District has a wealth of attractions, from walking, fishing, cycling, horse riding and water sports to museum, gardens and houses. There are also some great family fun days out to be had at Mirehouse Historic House and Gardens, which is a family-run historic house with strong literary connections. Live piano music and children’s quiz in the house. Woodland playgrounds, heather maze, lakeside and poetry walk in the grounds.Great tearoom specialising in Cumbrian food. Muncaster Castle provides you with a Castle, gardens, owl centre and meadowvole maze, cafe, shops, plant centre. Museum Of Lakeland Life is great, this award-winning museum takes you and your family back through time to tell the story of the Lake District and its inhabitants.
Excellent accommodation, great activities, numerous attractions and events all year round. What more could you ask for? The Lake District has it all.