Enjoy a stay at this exquisite cottage in Boot, overlooking the verdant Eskdale Valley. Up to six guests can relax at the traditional home, with its open fire and pretty garden. Head out from the cottage to follow a myriad of footpaths or walk beside the River Esk, stopping to paddle or swim as you go. Stroll less than 0.25 miles to the station to catch a train on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, taking you 7 miles through spectacular scenery to Ravenglass on the coast. Visit Muncaster Castle and walk on the beach while you are here. Climb Scafell Pike, England’s highest peak, 4 miles from the cottage, and head to Ambleside, 15 miles away, to shop and dine out.
Open the door on to this charming cottage to find beautifully decorated accommodation. Settle in the lounge, where you can throw open the French windows on warm days to let in a cool breeze or wander out into the garden. On autumn and winter evenings lay an open fire then watch Sky TV or a DVD as it makes the whole room feel even cosier. Choose a book to read or plan the following day’s activities together. Wander through to the kitchen to make yourself a cup of tea from the welcome pack or to start preparing dinner. Find there is an electric oven, with gas hob, microwave and dishwasher. A separate utility houses a fridge/freezer, washing machine and dryer. Gather round the table in here to enjoy your meals together. Find the family bathroom, with bath, with shower above, WC and handbasin at this level too. Make your way upstairs at the end of a fun-filled day. Discover a double bedroom, with en-suite bathroom, with WC and handbasin, plus a twin room and a bedroom with a three-quarter-size double up here.
Sit outside to soak up the scenery and to savour the peace on spring and summer days. Have supper in the garden on warm evenings and breakfast on fine mornings. Take in the countryside views.