Enjoy a laid-back escape in the heart of Cumbria’s Eden Valley at this welcoming two-bedroom cottage in Long Marton. You’ll experience a wonderful mix of friendly village life and open countryside, with a pub right across the road (50 metres), plus a church and access to gentle countryside walks that showcase the area’s rolling landscapes. The historic market town of Appleby-in-Westmorland (5 miles) is well worth a visit for its independent shops, riverside walks and striking castle. Nature lovers can head to Rutter Force (5 miles) to admire its picturesque woodland waterfall, while Penrith (12 miles) contains a broader choice of shops, cafes and amenities. For classic Lake District scenery, Ullswater and the popular village of Pooley Bridge (both around 15 miles) are the places to go for boat trips, lakeside walks and relaxed afternoons enjoying the water.
On arrival, you’ll step through a handy entrance porch where you can pop your coats and boots, before moving into the cosy lounge. Here, exposed beams, comfortable seating and a Smart TV create an inviting place to unwind. A wood burner keeps you all cosy during the chillier months. From here, a door leads through to the modern kitchen/diner with underfloor heating, which is well equipped for cooking up tasty dinners. On the ground floor is a cosy twin bedroom, along with a family bathroom. Upstairs, the super-king-size bedroom sits beneath a vaulted ceiling and features a bed with plush bedding, as well as its own en-suite shower room for added comfort and privacy.
From the kitchen/diner, glazed doors open out to the garden, so you can enjoy indoor-outdoor living in warmer months. The garden is tiered with two terraces and enclosed with a sloped lawn, and there’s furniture so you can have meals outside in good weather. Private parking for two cars is provided at the front of the property.