Situated on the edge of the picturesque village of Grasmere, Cumbria and boasting spectacular views of the surrounding fells is this 200-year-old cottage, Glen View Cottage.
With plenty of rustic charm and all the home comforts you need for a relaxing break at any time of year, this stone-built, three-storey cottage serves as a fantastic base for a family holiday or a break with friends in the renowned Lake District National Park.
Step into the cottage to find exposed stone and beams throughout all three floors, offering a characterful setting, reflective of its picture-perfect surroundings, while the stylish décor provides a home-from-home you won't want to leave.
Make your way up to the second-floor and settle down in the open-plan living space where earthy tones create a warm ambiance in the heart of the home.
Take advantage of the kitchen facilities and have the chef of the group rustle up a tasty meal with the induction hob and electric oven as natural light pours in from the skylights; granite worktops and a Belfast sink make this space ideal for preparing breakfast, lunch and dinner, while the dishwasher helps with the cleaning up.
From here, admire the views from the floor to ceiling windows of the great outdoors, before setting off on an adventurous day in the countryside.
On your return, feast at the elegant glass-top dining table, before sinking into the sofa to watch some TV shows as night rolls in.
When sleep calls, choose from three bedrooms which effortlessly blend chic artwork and furnishings with traditional beams and catch your rest; the first, located on the first floor hosts a super-king bedroom with an en-suite shower room and patio doors to a sun terrace where you can savour your morning coffee with a view.
The second bedroom is accessed via four steps down and is home to a king-size bed and a TV for lazier mornings, while the final bedroom, situated on the ground-floor, offers a zip/link super-king-size bed, giving a flexible sleeping arrangement should you prefer two singles.
Completing the interior of the property is a family bathroom, where you can soak your muscles in the bath, or enjoy a quick rinse off in the shower, as well as a utility room where more fridge space can be found, along with a washing machine and tumble dryer for freshening up your clothes throughout your stay.
Outside, there is a lawn area with furniture, perfect for taking your meals al fresco in the warmer months with a good glass of wine in hand.
From the doorstep of the cottage, a footpath leads you into the delightful village of Grasmere, where plenty of quaint shops and eateries can be found to give the designated chef a night off, such as the Good Food Guide-listed Jumble Room restaurant.
Peaceful and full of history, the village is ideal for exploring on foot and venturing off-path to discover tremendous views of the varying terrains.
Home of poet William Wordsworth, the fascinating Wordsworth Museum can be enjoyed, or perhaps take a trip to his former home, Dove Cottage.
With plenty of watercolour galleries in the village, you will be immersed in the work of locally-inspired painters, however for the foodies of the group, an unmissable visit to the Grasmere Gingerbread Shop will take you back in time for a tasty souvenir.
Following the footpath from the cottage in the opposite direction, you will come to Easedale Tarn, and you can also explore the famous Lake District walks such as Silver How, Helm Crag and the impressive Fairfield Horseshoe.
Further afield, be sure to take a trip to the nearby towns of Ambleside and Windermere for more shopping and dining options, as well as watersport activities and lakefront strolls on the magnificent Lake Windermere, or follow the A591 north to Keswick and Derwent Water, or branch off into the Langdale Valley.
Whatever your style of adventure Glen View Cottage is a wonderful base for a holiday filled with memories, any time of year.
