Staveley-in-Cartmel Holiday Cottages

A quaint white washed stone cottage in a quiet village just south of Windermere and within walking distance of the lake shore.

Prospect Cottage is a charming, cosy holiday home located in the small village of Staveley-in-Cartmel in the Lake District National Park. Sleeping up to six guests, it’s the perfect place for family holidays and getaways with friends. Just a short distance from all of the main Lake District attractions and walks, you’ll also find beautiful views from the property with a glimpse of Windermere which is just a 5-minute walk away. Staveley-in-Cartmel was recently named one of the most upmarket villages in the UK making it very desirable for those looking for an exclusive location. Nestled within a beautiful countryside setting, you’ll find three Michelin star restaurants nearby and one of the country’s most loved tourist destinations, Lake Windermere, within driving distance. Prospect Cottage is well located for access to all of the attractions of South Lakeland; from the coast and Furness Peninsulas to all levels of Lakeland walks from the challenging and iconic routes of Coniston Old Man, the Langdales Helvelyn and Scafell to countless less challenging paths in places like Elterwater, Tarn Hows near Hawkshead, Helm Crag near Grasmere and Catbells near Keswick. Gummers How, known as the perfect family Wainwright, is a short walk from the house with stunning 360 degree views of the fells and peninsulas. Fell Foot Park is a 5-minute walk from the cottage which gives excellent access to the south shore of lake Windermere where you can hire rowing boats and canoes. Take the ferry to Lakeside to join the Windermere steamers, or go wild swimming or visit the National Trust Cafe. As well as easy access to the fells of the South Lakes, the new Cumbrian Coastal Path gives easy access to the Furness Peninsula and along the coast to Walney Island with its nature reserves and colony of seals to the sand dunes of Sandscale Hawes famous for its colony of natterjack toads. The closest train station to Staveley-in-Cartmel is Cark & Cartmel, 8 miles away from the village. From here, there are direct routes to Barrow-in-Furness, Bolton, Carlisle, Chorley, Lancaster, Manchester, Preston, Ulverston, Whitehaven and Workington. The closest airport to Staveley-in-Cartmel is Leeds Bradford, 71 miles away from the village. If you are looking for a characterful cottage in a beautiful location, Prospect Cottage is the place for you. You’ll find original features throughout this delightful home, with a black iron fireplace, wooden flooring, and high ceilings. Light floods in to the the relaxing and cosy living room, where you can sit back and relax in one of the two comfy sofas or matching armchair. Turn on the flat screen TV to enjoy Freeview and streaming apps. Fully equipped, the kitchen has modern appliances and cookware so you can prepare meals easily. The dining area includes a table and six dining chairs, the perfect setting for home cooked meals with your loved ones. Leading off the kitchen, you will find a second living space. This is the ideal spot to retreat after a day of exploring and enjoying delicious food and drink. A shower room can be found on the ground floor. Home to a large walk-in shower, WC and wash basin, this space is modern and stylish. You’ll find three bedrooms at Prospect Cottage, all of which can be found on the first floor. With muted colour palettes, specifically chosen to encourage rest, each bedroom features plush bedding and premium bed linens to ensure you have a great night’s sleep. The first two bedrooms boast double beds, and the third bedroom has a bunk with two single beds. The main family bathroom is located on the first floor. Beautifully designed, this space includes a bathtub with a handheld shower, a WC and a basin. Head outside and you’ll find a small front garden with outdoor furniture where you can enjoy beautiful views across the surrounding fields. Outdoor space is also available at the rear of Prospect Cottage.

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Situated in the quiet village of Lakeside, this home-from-home is perfectly located for you to enjoy all that the Lake District has to offer. There are picturesque walks from the door - including the recently completed West Windermere Way which conveniently finishes at a luxury hotel, with restaurant & spa (1 mile). A short walk will bring you to Lakeside (0.25 miles) where you will find Windermere Lake Cruises - take a spectacular sail up to Bowness or Ambleside with their many attractions or across the Lake to Fellfoot for playgrounds and picnics. Lakeside is also the home of The Aquarium of the Lakes with its captivating marine life and otters. You can also hop on board the Furness Steam Railway or take Afternoon Tea in the elegant gardens of The Lakeside Hotel with stunning views across the Lake. History lovers will enjoy the numerous local heritage properties in the area, including Beatrix Potter’s home at Far Sawrey or Wordsworth’s School in Hawkshead where you can see his graffiti, both within 8 miles. Take the steps up to the entrance of this first floor duplex property, and once inside you will find an elegant sitting/dining room enjoying views over the large garden and fields beyond to Lake Windermere. A woodburning stove, along with ample comfortable seating and TV make for cosy evenings in. The kitchen is amply equipped and includes a dishwasher as well as a Nespresso coffee machine. There is also a family bathroom on this floor with bath, shower and separate WC. Heading up to the second floor, the bedrooms are made up for a perfect night's sleep, with a cosy twin and comfortable double. The master bedroom is a spacious room with stunning views over Lake Windermere - perfect for breakfast in bed with a view, and with its own en-suite shower room. There is also a separate WC on this floor. To the rear of the property is a spacious shared garden with several patios - a large lawn ideal for lawn games, and a child's play area. There is ample garden furniture, garden games and a fire pit perfect for roasting marshmallows. Please note there is an unfenced naturally occurring rock pool in the garden.

Situated at the edge of the quiet hamlet of Lakeside and overlooking the scenic waters of Lake Windermere & the Fell beyond. There are picturesque walks from the door - including the recently completed West Windermere Way which conveniently finishes at a luxury hotel, with restaurant & spa (1 mile). A short walk will bring you to Lakeside (0.3miles) where you will find Windermere Lake Cruises - take a spectacular sail up to Bowness or Ambleside with their many attractions or across the Lake to Fellfoot for playgrounds & picnics. Lakeside is also the home of The Aquarium of the Lakes with its captivating marine life and otters. You can also hop on board the Furness Steam Railway or take Afternoon Tea in the elegant gardens of The Lakeside Hotel with stunning views across the Lake. History lovers will enjoy the numerous local heritage properties in the area, including Beatrix Potter’s home at Far Sawrey only 6 miles or Wordsworth’s School in Hawkshead where you can see his graffiti! (8 miles). Upon arrival, you will find ample off-road parking for two cars. Once inside this ground floor property you will find a charming sitting room where a delightful wood-burning stove, along with ample seating and a TV, make for cosy evenings in. Just beyond the lounge is the kitchen/diner, a perfect space for enjoying your morning breakfast, surrounded by stylish, shaker-style fittings, whilst admiring the view over the extensive gardens toward the lake and fells beyond - watch out for the deer, pheasants and rabbits who frequently stroll across. The kitchen offers ample preparation space as well as a dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine. When night falls, choose between two bedrooms, one offering a double, and the other twin beds. In the contemporary bathroom with underfloor heating, you will find a bath with shower over. In the utility room in the courtyard you will find a washing machine for your exclusive use and a tumble dryer shared with guests staying in Deer Rise. To the rear of the property is a spacious shared garden with several patios; a large lawn ideal for lawn games, and a child's play area. There is ample garden furniture, garden games and a fire pit perfect for roasting marshmallows. Please note there is an unfenced naturally occurring rock pool in the garden. The Hot Tub is for your exclusive use, enjoy taking in the magnificent views whilst basking in its bubbles.

Looking for a stylish character apartment in a peaceful location, with stunning views and direct access to the shores of Windermere as well as its own dedicated boat parking space? Then look no further! Let us introduce you to this beautiful holiday home, a perfect retreat with lake frontage and sleeping four people in two bright bedrooms. The large living area is delightful with high ceilings, tall windows and some lovely original features. Take a seat on the sofa and watch the flames flickering in the wood-burner or pull up a chair in front of the window and drink in the beautiful view of the lake; take a breath and feel yourself relax. The bathroom has cosy underfloor heating and a choice of bath or separate shower whilst the sleek modern kitchen has all the appliances built in, fitting in seamlessly with the living area but ready and waiting however much - or little - you like to cook. Outside the grand shared garden has mature trees and extensive lawns to enjoy as well as that rare direct lake access that is so coveted in the Lake District! Just a short wander down a track past meadows and woodlands is the shore of beautiful Windermere. Picnic benches on a large grassy area invite you to bring along some food and perhaps your favourite tipple and make the most of this stunning location. If you're bringing along a boat, the property, benefits from a boat parking space and boat launching onto Windermere from the shingle beach. The beach also offers an enticing entrance to the lake for swimming or for children to paddle in the shallows, or they may prefer to play in the pretty stream that babbles down to the lake through the grass, either way the scene is set for an idyllic afternoon. The property may feel a long way from anywhere, tucked away in its sylvan nook, but all the attractions of the southern Lake District are on your doorstep. The Lakes Aquarium, Motor Museum, Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway and the Windermere lake cruises are but a few minutes away. Stott Park Bobbin Mill is a neighbour and pretty little Hawkshead is just up the road. Take a boat across to Fell Foot Park for a cream tea or immerse yourself in the world of Beatrix Potter at her former home, Hill Top. How about climbing up Gummers How on the other side of Windermere to see if you can spot the property, Lakeside from the top, it's a small fell and easily reached but the views are superb. With easy access to the A590 you could also turn away from the hills and explore the southern Cumbrian coast, facing Morecombe Bay this area has a microclimate and character all of it's own - delightful! Enter through the back door into a large hallway with plenty of space for boots and coat hooks over the radiator. To the right is the bright and spacious bathroom; fully tiled with a bath and large separate shower cubicle it is perfect for a relaxing soak at the end of the day with the added benefit of underfloor heating and a heated towel radiator to complete the experience. Follow the hallway round to the left to find the beautiful open plan, dual-aspect living area. Cleverly divided into zones by the furnishings and united by the complimentary colours and finishes this is a peaceful and inviting room for relaxing in. In front as you walk in is the dining table comfortably seating four people for stylish meals in and to the right the kitchen units form a U shape in the corner of the room. The kitchen area has been designed to appeal to everyone with sleek fitted units and built in appliances. Keen chefs will find all the equipment they need arranged in the ample drawers and cupboards plus plenty of worktop space to prepare food to cook on the electric hob or in the eye level oven and grill,and a dishwasher and microwave tucked away out of sight. There is also a built in washer dryer and large fridge/freezer. Beyond the kitchen two-seater sofas face a large stone fireplace with wood-burner for cosy, comfortable evenings in front of the fire. Grab a book from the selection on the shelves beside the fireplace or watch the Smart TV, you can get the usual Freeview channels or log in to your own Netflix or Prime account. There is also a box of children's toys and books to keep the little ones entertained. During the day the perfect spot to sit has been created in front of the window looking out over the lawns, fields and woods to the lake, two chairs with a footstool, coffee table and mAgazines invite you to sit down, relax and enjoy the ambience and the view in this lovely retreat. The original panelling round the window, the parquet floor beneath your feet and the peaceful view makes for a timeless elegance and a real connection to all the people who have sat and enjoyed this space too. Deer are often seen in the meadows in the mornings and evenings - what could be more tranquil? Leading off the far side of the living room are the two bright bedrooms, to the left is the king-size bedroom sharing the beautiful views down to the lake with the living area. A chest of drawers and hanging space provide storage and there is a full length mirror, bedside table and lamps over the bed. With a second window looking over grass and trees this room is beautifully light and serene with just the sound of birdsong to listen to as you wake. Next door is a twin room (which can be made into a super-king upon request) with window looking out on to the side garden with lawn and woodland. Both beds have bedside tables and lights over the bed and there is hanging space, shelves, a chest of drawers plus a mirror. Heading outside exit the apartment through the front door into a shared lobby and then out into the garden. The large gardens are mainly laid to lawn with mature trees befitting the surroundings of the mansion. A bench on the front terrace enjoys the stunning view across the lower lawn and fields to the lake with boats moored in the bay and the wooded slopes of Gummers How beyond. Beyond the formal garden take a walk down the track to the lake, there are meadows and woodlands to the left that you can explore at your own risk before you arrive on the lakeshore. At the lakeshore a natural shelving beach provides access to the lake for boats, paddling and swimming and there is also a 40ft jetty offering access to the lake. A grass area fronted by a timber walkway has picnic benches and plenty of space for children to play whilst adults can just drink in the peace and the amazing views, a stunning spot for picnics, BBQ's and making lasting memories. Guests with their own boat can use a designated boat parking space and enjoy full access to Windermere.

This delightful main house with studio is in the hamlet of Lakeside near to Newby Bridge and both can sleep eight people in four bedrooms.