Scotland
This fantastic, ground-floor apartment of Fir Tree Lodge is set in Lakeside near Newby Bridge, Cumbria. An ideal base for four.
The property is located in the Lake District National Park overlooking the southern tip of Lake Windermere. Upon arrival, you will find ample off-road parking spaces space for two cars.
the property you will find a charming sitting room that enjoys a toasty woodburning stove, along with ample seating and a TV; a cosy place to relax after a full in the National Park. Beyond is the kitchen/diner, a space enjoying stylish, shaker-style fittings, along with ample preparation space and Nespresso coffee machine.
Dine overlooking the gardens toward the lake and fell beyond. You may well spot deer in the surrounding fields or find a curious pheasant or two coming to inspect you through the French doors.
When night falls, choose between two well-appointed bedrooms, with one offering a double, and the other twin beds. In the contemporary bathroom with underfloor heating, you will find a bath with shower over.
To the rear of the property, is a spacious shared garden, with a large lawn ideal for lawn games or for your pets to run free; a child's play area to keep the kids occupied, where you can relax and enjoy views of the garden and fell beyond. There is a well stocked mini-supermarket at the petrol station at Newby Bridge, and the marvellous Swan Hotel offering a family and dog friendly a bar/restaurant.
Lakeside itself offers several popular tourist attractions including the fascinating Lakes Aquarium, The Steam Train station and Windermere Ferry landing. Why not board a ferry and sail across the lake to Bowness-on-Windermere, where not only intriguing museums and attractions can be found, but access to a range of watersports at the local activity centres.