Riverain

The highlights

• Awarded a 5* and Gold rating by the Visit England tourist board, the cottage offers an exceptional level of accommodation in a beautiful pastoral setting.
• Exposed stone walls, oak wood floors, cast iron fireplaces and four poster beds.
• Just four miles away from the Lake District National Park, the cottage is ideally placed for making the most of the Lake District and nearby Lake Ullswater
• A large private garden offers stunning views over to the lush Lake District hills and is ideal for taking in some fresh country air
• There is a ground floor ensuite bedroom
• Eco credentials include wood chip heating from estate woodlands.
• Fancy a romantic getaway? Riverain can be rented at a reduced rate, just for two.

You should know

• While the coach house has a lovely private garden, sandstone terrace and parking, the building is not completely secluded and is part of a small group of cottages. Its garden looks towards Mell Fell and is not overlooked by the others.
• Riverain is certified by Visit England as a “Families Welcome” and “Pets Welcome” cottage.
• Riverain has good accessibility and a ground floor, en suite bedroom.

The detail

Dating back to the 18th century, this Grade II listed cottage has been expertly restored to create a luxurious home from home. Located on the edge of Cumbria’s magnificent Lake District, and part of the lush Rowley country estate, the cottage is ideal for scenic walks and nature lovers. Head out for a country adventure or relax in front of the serene mountain views for a truly memorable escape.

Carefully renovated, the cottage presents a stunning array of original features dotted with modern facilities. High vaulted ceilings give the living area a spacious feel while sumptuous leather sofas make it a truly welcoming space. Large arched windows steal the show, along with a traditional cast iron wood burner, superb sandstone fireplace, solid oak wood floors and exposed stone walls. A modern kitchen and dining area is also perfectly equipped and has a door opening out onto the pretty countryside scene.

Across its two floors, the cottage has three double bedrooms which each have their own deluxe en-suite bathroom and timeless natural style. The downstairs room boasts an impressive 6 foot bed which can be split into two singles, while the two first floor rooms have large sumptuous beds, high sloped ceilings and quality wood furnishings.

Outside, the cottage has a large private garden with exceptional views over to the Lake District’s Mell Fell. Here you can sit back and relax beneath the clear night sky before heading in for a night beside the fire.

Located on the edge of Cumbria’s magnificent Lake District, the cottage is an ideal base for walkers and nature lovers. Whether you want a short romantic stroll or a hike amongst the mountains there is something here for everyone. With an array of additional outdoor activities, including quad biking, paintballing and pony trekking, you can make your stay here as exhilarating or relaxing as you like.
For a more chilled out day, there are a range of local attractions to enjoy such as the traditional tea room and stunning garden of Dalemain House and the serene waters of Ullswater Lake. If you don’t fancy cooking then there are also a handful of excellent local pubs in the area which won’t disappoint.

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