For walkers, the fells and high peaks are within east reach and there is excellent walking from the door. Tarn Hows and Lake Coniston are a ten-minute drive away .

There is an abundance of visitor attractions nearby – Brantwood, the home of John Ruskin, Blackwell, the recently restored Arts and Crafts house, Dove Cottage, local trout fishing, Windermere , Hawkshead and Ambleside and then there are all the museums and children’s attractions , boats on Windermere, theatres , exhibitions – the list is almost endless.

Eating out locally is good, you have a real selection of places that range from hearty pub food to excellent cuisine. From time to time, we also cook dinner for groups of guests and the house lends itself to groups who book in together and want to enjoy the lounge and dining room in the evening.

It’s a great place to relax and be spoiled.