An impressive Lake District country house, this substantial retreat is perfect for that group getaway or special celebration you have been planning. Sleeping 11 guests, the five-bedroom haven nestles in enchanting, secluded surroundings at Colthouse. It is 1 mile from the centre of vibrant Hawkshead, a picturesque village with cobbled streets and interesting shops, which is known for its literary ties. Poet William Wordsworth went to school here and children's author Beatrix Potter lived close by. Venture 2 miles to see the charming farmhouse at Hill Top, Near Sawrey, where Potter wrote about Peter Rabbit and his friends. Head 4 miles to the Claife Viewing Station, where you can wander along paths beside serene Windermere and absorb the picturesque lake scenery. Venture 5 miles to Ambleside, with its shops, pubs and cafes. Grasmere, 9 miles away, is also worth visiting, especially if you are eager to try its famous gingerbread.
Enter the holiday retreat via the covered porch and wander inside to find elegant accommodation with a wealth of period features and an exquisite finish. From the hall, make your way into the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, with its high-specification fixtures and fittings and a stylish island. Brew fresh coffee in the machine, then pause on the sofa or at the splendid dining table. Open the door to the garden to bring in a breeze as you avail yourself of all the equipment and whip up your culinary feasts. Choose whether to catch up with your nearest and dearest in the gorgeous lounge or watch the Smart TV in the snug. In the lounge, you can gaze out towards the fells, with the French doors open on warm days, or chat beside the crackling wood burner when it is chilly. A WC is also at this level. Take six steps down to find a family shower room, the utility room and a workshop/bike store, where you can play table tennis. Your other bathrooms are on the first floor, together with your bedrooms. All thoughtfully finished, the bedrooms include three doubles, a twin and a triple, with three single beds, which any children in your party will adore. Awake in all of these beautiful rooms to far-reaching views out across the Lake District. There is also a modern shower room here and a sumptuous bathroom where you can pamper yourself by soaking in the opulent free-standing bath.
Wander round the manicured mature gardens that extend to just under an acre. Play family games on the lawn and admire the colourful and very varied trees and shrubs. Relax under the pretty, climber-entwined arbour and dine under the stars on the patio on clear summer nights. There is off-road parking for four cars to the rear of the property, plus a large double carport.