Orrest Range

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

1 Customer Review(s)

Mr Walker

“We have stayed in many holiday cottages, many times in the lakes, and would suggest this the best yet for location, furnishings an general decor - the small back yard was perfect and secure for my grand daughter to play.”

- Mr Walker,

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The property

Orrest Range is a Victorian Lakeland slate terrace cottage situated only a few minutes' walk from the centre of Windermere Village. Refurbished to a high standard by its current owners the property reflects their attention to detail and quality and retains much of its period charm including a stunning Victorian range. The cottage offers the perfect place to relax with friends and family, conveniently situated for all you could want from a holiday in the Lake District. Located on a quiet street only a few minutes' walk from the friendly and bustling village of Windermere, with a vibrant mix of shops, cafes, bars and restaurants and the popular resort of Bowness on the shores of Lake Windermere just a mile away. Relax in the lounge with cosy log fire and comfortable leather sofas. Spend time relaxing and socialising around the dining table, a popular feature of this cottage. Enjoy getting out and about on the fells with walks direct from the door including the popular walk to Orrest Head with its breath-taking views of Lake Windermere and across the whole of the southern Lake District. Whether you are looking for a great cottage for a family holiday or a gathering of friends, Orrest Range offers an excellent cottage to set you in good stead for a memorable stay! == Accommodation in detail Enter the property through the porch with coat hooks and boot rack to the traditional hallway. The front lounge is comfortable with a cosy fire, leather sofas, TV and DVD player. The dining room is a real focal point of this cottage with dining table and stunning, original Victorian Range - an ideal place to gather and socialise over a meal and a drink. The modern kitchen offers all the amenities you could require to prepare everything from a hearty Cumbrian breakfast to a fantastic dinner for friends. Choose from three comfortable bedrooms; a king size double bedroom with ensuite shower room on the first floor, or double bedroom and a twin bedroom on the second floor. On the first floor is the family bathroom complete with a large roll top bath and separate shower cubicle. The rear courtyard offers a small bistro table ideal for a morning coffee or a glass of wine, covered seating and lockable storage for bikes, golf clubs and other sports equipment. Location This gorgeous Lake District cottage takes an enviable location; easily reached by car or by train and perfectly placed to explore Windermere village, Bowness and the delights of Lake Windermere without even having to use a car. Windermere village is a lovely place to make yourself at home, with lazy cafes for breakfast, plenty of shops for stocking up the kitchen, traditional Lake District pubs and several restaurants to choose from. A number of superb walks begin nearby, including the easy ascent of Orrest Head which promises spectacular views of Lake Windermere from the top. Walk or drive less than a mile down the road and you'll reach bustling Bowness, a popular Lake District holiday destination offering sophisticated shopping, a range of restaurants and even a lively nightlife - from the cosy 'Hole int Wall' traditional pub to the trendy Bodegas & Sol tapas bar. From Bowness Bay, you can catch a Windermere Lake Cruise to Ambleside or Lakeside - what a way to explore without driving! For touring by car, you'll find Windermere a great place to start. A famously scenic stretch of the A591 leads to Ambleside, Rydal Water and historic Grasmere. Branch off into the Troutbeck Valley and take one of the most breath-taking scenic drives in the Lake District - over Kirkstone Pass to Ullswater with a stop at the acclaimed Queen's Head for lunch.

Summary

Sleeps 6
1 kingsize with ensuite, 1 double, 1 twin
Separate dining room, modern kitchen & trad range
Family bathroom with separate shower
Rear courtyard with lock up for bikes.
Gas Central heating, period log fire, contemporary kitchen with underfloor heating, separate dining room & traditional range
Rear courtyard with lockable bike storage
Small bistro set
2 Highchairs & travel cots
Membership to Choices leisure club nearby
2 travel cots & high chairs provided

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

WINDERMERE

Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 8.7 miles.

The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.

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