Plan a relaxed break in the heart of Eden Valley at this welcoming two-bedroom cottage in Long Marton. The village setting blends friendly local life with open countryside, and with a pub just across the road (50 metres), you can easily pop for a pre-dinner drink. Nearby, you’ll have access to gentle countryside walks for soaking up the rolling rural landscapes that define this peaceful corner of Cumbria. With two bedrooms, the property works well for a small group of family or friends.
The cottage has a warm and cosy feel to it, starting with a handy entrance porch where you can hang coats and boots. Then step into the lounge, a gorgeous space with exposed beams, comfortable seating, a Smart TV and a wood burner for keeping toasty during the chillier months. A door leads through to the modern kitchen/diner, which has underfloor heating and is well equipped for home cooking. There’s also a cosy twin bedroom and a family bathroom on the ground floor. Head upstairs to find the super-king-size bedroom, which sits beneath a vaulted ceiling and comes with its own en-suite shower room. Glazed doors from the kitchen/diner open onto a tiered garden with two terraces, a sloped lawn and outdoor furniture for al fresco meals. Private parking for two cars is available at the front of the property.
There’s plenty to explore nearby, starting with the historic market town of Appleby-in-Westmorland (5 miles), where you’ll find independent shops, riverside walks and a striking castle. Nature lovers can visit Rutter Force (5 miles) to admire its woodland waterfall, while Penrith (12 miles), another market town with a castle, has a wider range of shops, cafés and amenities. For classic Lake District scenery, head to Ullswater or the popular village of Pooley Bridge (both around 15 miles) for boat trips, lakeside walks and laid-back afternoons by the water.