A quaint, semi-detached wing of the owner's cottage, located in the centre of the pretty village of Great Urswick, just three miles from Ulverston. This cottage has been individually styled and furnished to provide quality accommodation for a couple, and is set in a pretty, rural location. This welcoming cottage near Ulverston comprises a spacious double bedroom plus a modern shower room, a charming open plan living area, and a well-equipped kitchen. The decked area that overlooks the pretty garden is a lovely spot for guests to relax on a sunny afternoon. Take a pleasant stroll around the serene Urswick Tarn, or visit one of the popular local pubs. From the doorstep there are extensive walking opportunities, including Birkrigg Common, which enjoys wonderful views across Ulverston and the nearby Lake District Fells. The Cumbrian Way is also close by, offering excellent walking, cycling and nature-watching opportunities. The festival town of Ulverston is just three miles from your cottage, and hosts many shops, pubs and restaurants, whilst the sandy beaches of the Furness Coast, Windermere and Coniston, with mountain biking, climbing and watersports, are all within a short drive. An idyllic cottage, perfect for a romantic break.
Great Urswick, with its two characterful pubs and restaurant, is a hidden gem, a lovely village just two miles to the south of Ulverston. Along with its neighbour, Little Urswick, they lie on opposite sides of the same tarn. The tarn is a wonderful wildlife habitat with a whole host of water birds occupying its sheltered corner. Birkrigg Stone Circle is one of several prehistoric settlement sites in the surrounding countryside. Locally, the start of the Haematite and Cumbrian Way footpaths can be found. Nearby Ulverston is an ancient market town, which still holds a street market every Thursday and Saturday. Facilities include a wide range of shops, pubs and restaurants, a cinema and a leisure centre. All of the attractions of the Lake District National Park are easily reached. The Furness Coast boasts sandy beaches and good birdwatching. Windermere and Coniston are within easy reach, and nearby family attractions include the Haverthwaite and Lakeside Steam Railway, the South Lakes Wild Animal Park, Muncaster Castle and the Aquarium of the Lakes.
