Cottage in Cumbria

Situated in the pretty village of Colby, the cottage is just 2 miles from Appleby where you will find local amenities, shops, pubs and indoor swimming facilities. There is also a train station which is part of the Settle to Carlisle line. From May to September why not enjoy a swim in the open air pools at either Shap or Askham, both under 11 miles away. For any equestrians, there are lots of centres locally if you fancy a hack to take in some of the local countryside, or if you enjoy a spot of golf there are local courses in Appleby (2 miles) and Penrith (16 miles). Head into the Lake District National Park for the day (within 10 miles), where you can enjoy a day at Lowther Castle, paddleboard on Ullswater or take a trip on a steamer and visit Aira Force waterfall. Entering the property from the curved, covered porchway, you will find yourself in the hallway/lobby. There is a useful utility room with WC just off the hall where you can hang wet coats and clean your muddy walking boots. Back through the hallway, you will find the kitchen and informal lounge which has floor to ceiling windows overlooking the garden and covered veranda. The bespoke kitchen has a double electric oven, induction hob, microwave, wine cooler, dishwasher, fridge and freezer. There is a dining table that can seat the whole party and there is a lounge area with a Smart TV, making this the perfect social room for the whole family to gather. You can also access the garden from this room. Heading out of the kitchen, you will find yourself in the main hallway and the lounge is opposite. This is a real cosy room decorated with warm colours and features a wood burner (first basket of logs provided) and Smart TV. This room is the ideal spot to curl up with a good book or watch a movie after a day out exploring. There is access to the front garden from the lounge. The staircase to the first floor is found back in the hallway. Head up the attractive low lit staircase and you will find a spacious landing with two double bedrooms featuring built in wardrobes. There is a bathroom that has a walk in shower, separate bath and WC. There is also a dressing room with a full length mirror, plentiful storage and a dressing table. The master bedroom is at the end of the landing, down a step. It offers a Smart TV and an en suite which features a large walk in shower and WC. Also accessed from the landing is a balcony overlooking the open countryside, with a couple of sun loungers for you to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity. There is a private garden with a patio, lawn and seating for you to enjoy a warm evening or an early morning coffee. There is also parking for three cars on the private drive, and a large garage with an electric door which has a utility area and bike racks.