Bowness 4.8m, Kendal 4.6 miles.Tucked away in the small hamlet of Crook in Cumbria, is this three-bedroom, end-terrace, traditional and characterful stone-built 200 year old cottage, 1 Sunny Point Cottages, lovingly renovated and updated.
Enjoying a sought-after location within the scenic Lake District National Park with views across the fields down the Lyth Valley and easy access to the popular locations of Bowness on Windermere, Staveley and Kendal, 1 Sunny Point Cottages makes for the perfect setting for a family of six or group of friends, along with two canine companions, looking to explore the Lakes.
Enter through a front porch, stepping into the welcoming kitchen/diner, where the designated chef of your group will have everything they need to prepare scrumptious meals including an electric oven, ceramic hob and microwave, plus a washer/dryer and dishwasher all built into beautiful units topped off with a quartz stone surface and traditional Belfast sink.
Gather around the dining table to tuck-in to a delicious feast, admiring the huge slate lintel over the fireplace, before raising your glasses to an unforgettable getaway.
After your meal, move through to the sitting room, where you can cosy up on the plush sofas and catch-up on your favourite TV series on the Smart TV with access to Netflix and Amazon, as the woodburning stove crackles nearby, warming your feet on the stone floor with underfloor heating below.
To the rear of the kitchen is a hallway with traditional slate flooring leading to the rear door, stairs and a handy cloakroom.
Climb the stairs to the first floor, where you can pour in the bubbles and indulge in a soothing soak in the bath with your favourite book.
As your eyes grow heavy, retreat to one of three beautifully decorated rooms, a super-king-size with zip/link, exposed fireplace and wardrobe for your belongings, a king-size with exposed stone walls and window beams and en-suite shower room, and a double with traditional exposed stone wall features and a built-in wardrobe, each room perfect for catching a restful night on the Hypnos mattress.
Awake from a leisurely slumber with a refreshing shower, before joining your guests out in the south facing, gated front garden on the traditional cast iron furniture to savour a tasty alfresco breakfast, with an alternative seating area available at the side of the property, perfect for evening drinks and views of the rolling hills.
Set out for the day where you will discover the inviting Sun Inn just a stone’s throw away or The Wild Boar, where you can treat your guests to a mouth-watering pub lunch or a cool refreshment, perfect for those evenings where you don’t feel like cooking!
For the keen putters of your group, Beckside and Windermere Golf Clubs are nearby, where you can enjoy a scenic 18-hole golf courses with impressive views.
Unleash your inner historian with a visit to the historic Old St. Catherines Church Tower Crook, where you can explore the fascinating remains of the village's former church.
Be sure to visit the town of Windermere, where literary fans will delight at The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, whilst thrill seekers will delight at the wide variety of water sports available on the famous Lake Windermere, including sailing, paddleboarding and wakeboarding.
For a wider selection of amenities, head to Kendal, where you can brush up on the town’s history and rich heritage at the Kendal Museum and Quaker Tapestry Museum, visit the 12th-century ruins of the town’s former imposing castle or try your hand at woodcarving for a truly unique souvenir to take home.
Situated on the B5284 'Crook Road' this carries you easily to Bowness and the shoreline of Lake Windermere in one direction and Kendal in the other.
For a getaway that offers something for everyone, choose 1 Sunny Point Cottages.