Cumbria - Lake District holiday cottage

A luxury penthouse apartment, in the wing of a Grade II listed, Jacobean mansion on the edge of the attractive village of Orton. Perfectly sited in 5 acres of mature woods and parkland, this beautiful property has been renovated to keep much of its character, including a wealth of stunning beams and exposed stonework and providing quality accommodation. The charming open plan living area combines these traditional features with modern amenities, whilst the property also boasts a large, beamed bedroom with a kingsize double bedroom and a lavish bathroom with corner bath with shower over basin and WC. Enjoy a glass of champagne in the cupola whilst taking in the panoramic views over Orton Fell and the surrounding countryside, or relax in the splendid, oak panelled Great Hall, with its warm fire and Grand Piano. There are great mountain biking and fell walking opportunities from the doorstep and Wainwright's famous Coast to Coast Walk runs nearby. The ideal location for a romantic break. About the area: The quaint old village of Orton lies in a private position on the eastern fringe of the Lake District National Park. Along with its better-known neighbours of Kendal, Sedbergh and Appleby-in-Westmorland, the area is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside and stunning scenery. Above the village lies Orton Scar, a limestone hill, used in days gone by to alert the village of Scottish raiders and popular today with walkers. The village centre local pub serves fine food, a Post Office/shop, tearooms and the well known handmade chocolate shop and tearoom. A nice village green surrounded by 17th and 18th Century cottages adds to its beauty and there is a farmers' market in the village square on the second Saturday of every month. Take a short drive, discovering the unspoilt lake of Haweswater - home to the only pair of nesting Golden Eagles in England, or take advantage of the brilliant road links to the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Eden Valley. Amenities: Full electric central heating throughout, storage heaters. Double electric cooker, microwave, fridge freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer in communal utility room (1 per wash, 1 per dry), widescreen TV, DVD, CD player/cassette/radio etc, small library of books. All fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Shared use of communal Great Hall with cosy fire and games room. Off road parking for 2 cars. Lawned communal grounds with patio, garden chairs and BBQ area. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 10 mins walk, pub 5 mins walk. Note: This property does not accept children