Featured Property: Friday 7th November Bowmanstead Cottage, Coniston Hidden away up the quiet lane past and next to the Ship Inn, just south of Coniston, is this C18th farmhouse. Now a beautifully refurbished quintessential cottage, where traditional meets modern. Bowmanstead is perfect for romantics, small families and outdoor enthusiasts. A typical Lakeland porch invites you into the property and doubles up as an ideal place to leave your walking boots. Theres even a stone bench to help. The living room is full of charm and character - beamed ceiling, massive stone hearth with real fireplace, big slate flags covered with rugs & a big cosy leather sofa ideal for curling up in. Up a couple of steps is a separate raised dining area with oak detailing, Lakeland prints adorn the walls and antique furniture complements the properties quirky character. By contrast there is a modern galley kitchen, with handcrafted slate worktops, big gas range, a lovely view to the courtyard out front & small homely touches lovingly chosen by the owner. From the living room, theres a hidden narrow stairwell that leads you up, past the pictures of Herdwick sheep, to a landing with low beams (mind your head!). Theres a very modern and chic bathroom with motion sensor lighting, with a comfortable double or twin bedroom next door. The master bedroom has a magnificent four-poster bed with gorgeous linen, complete with en suite bathroom/wet room and dressing area. Adjacent is a beautifully designed terraced cottage garden, this private hideaway is a lovely spot to while away the evenings and catch the last rays of sunshine. The lower part of the garden offers a place to wander and admire the local slate structures dotted around whilst the upper area offers an abundance of seating areas, where you can gaze across to Coniston Water and the green hills of Grizedale behind. The owner of the property has hand painted signs to draw your attention to the newly extended parking area, bicycle storage and garden. There is also a dog kennel area, should you need to keep an eye on your four legged friend. Please note due to the nature of the terracing we recommend that children are supervised at all times. Complementing the property is a bright and modern utility room, complete with washer, dryer, freezer and heating. This room also encompasses a drying rack perfect for hanging up wet clothes after a day exploring. For those of you on two wheels, along with the lockable outbuilding which can easily fit 4 bikes comfortably there is an external water tap, handy for washing off and cleaning up. Footpaths are close by, going down to the lake for the Cumbrian Way, or into the fells and The Old Man of Coniston. This cottage is a must for diehard romantics, friends, families or those seeking outdoor adventure from the doorstep. Cottage Highlights: • Close proximity to Coniston village, all amenities a 10 minute walk away • Elevated private position above the village • Quintessential Lakeland property furnished to a high standard with plenty of character • Real log fire for those winter days and nights • 2 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms, so perfect for couples, small families and friends • Wi – Fi availability • Large cottage garden offering several secluded areas • Bike storage and external water source for washing off after a day on the trails in Grizedale Forest • Large utility/drying room, perfect for keeping boots and wet clothes. • Pets welcome in the property, there is even a kennel area in the garden • Abundance of footpaths nearby, offering walks down to the lake and up into the fells. • Quaint cosy Lakeland pub next door, should you fancy a quiet drink or evening meal. coppermines.co.uk/coniston/bowmanstead-cottage-sleeps-2-4-four-poster-bed-and-en-suite/57729/ Coniston Highlights: • Home to Coniston Water and an abundance of water based activities available from Coniston Boating Centre. • The Steam Yacht Gondola sails daily along with The Coniston launch. • Surrounded by a variety of fells, perfect for climbing and walking. Coniston Old Man, the most famous rises to 2635ft & Dow Crag offers some of the best rock climbing in Great Britain. • The area is surrounded by woods, crags and streams and is home to an abundance of wildlife such as red squirrels and herds of wild deer. • Coniston Village is welcoming warm and friendly, the two Victorian streets still house traditional shops such as the village butcher, florist, grocer, newsagent, dairy, five pubs, several cafes and a restaurant. • Home to the award winning Bluebird Bitter, brewed in Coniston at The Black Bull micro-brewery, the pub also has an abundance of real ales on offer. • A multitude of activities on offer from water sports & pony trekking to fishing along with outdoor courses. • A trip to The Ruskin Museum set in the heart of the village, detailing the history of Coniston, is a must when visiting. • Brantwood House, home to Victorian philosopher John Ruskins, is set on the east side of the lake, there is also a small café here ‘Jumping Jenny’s’ serving delicious cakes. • For the followers of Bluebird, Donald Campbell’s grave can be found in Coniston. Following his tragic demise after his World Water Speed Record achievement on Coniston Water reaching over 300mph. • Grizedale Forest and its many trails are just a stone’s throw away, the ideal landscape for Mountain Biking. There is also a Go Ape and zip wire which runs from the forest. • Tarn Hows, a scenic wonder can be reached by foot or car and is perfect for a level walk for all the family and dogs.
Posted on: Fri, 07 Nov 2014 11:45:01 +0000