Tucked away in the tranquil village of Ravenglass is this attractive holiday home, a traditional terraced cottage offering great value self-catering accommodation for four. Ravenglass is a quiet haven of a place a charming feeling of stepping back in time. Cosy and functional with two comfy bedrooms, this holiday home is nestled right in the heart of the village and makes a great budget base for a couple or small family to make the most of this lovely area. Its easy access to the train station also makes it a great option for short breaks.
Ravenglass is the only coastal village in the Lake District National Park. It's a unique little place with a a gentle atmosphere and a rich seam of history running through. Just a short walk from the cottage is a well-preserved Roman bathhouse. Now it's more famous as the starting point for the Ravenglass and Eskdale railway, a wonderful narrow-gauge steam railway which winds its way from the coast up to the foot of the mighty fells at Boot. Ornithologists are also well-served with several nature reserves nearby, including Eskmeals Dunes. Several eateries offer locally sourced food and real ales and there is a cafe and playground at the Ratty station. The village also boasts excellent train links, making Ravenglass the perfect Lake District location for an easy short break at any time of the year.
The stunning valleys of Wasdale and Eskdale are nearby with a world of fell walking to be enjoyed from the mighty Scafells, the highest mountains in England, to lower level peaks such as Irton Pike and Muncaster Fell that all the family can enjoy. In fact, visitors to the property can walk up Muncaster Fell from the door, why not pack a picnic and head up there to make the most of the glorious coastal and mountain panorama? The coastline is also a natural treasure trove with dunes to explore and a wealth of visiting birdlife.
On arrival at the cottage, guests enter straight into the living room from the front door. This is a cosy space with an old world feel about it, furnished with a comfy sofa and two armchairs arranged around an electric, stove-effect fire and a wall mounted TV with Freeview. There are plenty of books to keep you interested here too.
Moving through to the back of the house there is a stone-flagged dining room with a wooden dining set for four and a view onto the small rear yard, boasting pretty flowers at certain times of the year. Adjoining the dining room is a pantry with microwave and freezer. The modern kitchen beyond this has a built-in fan oven with ceramic hobs, a dishwasher, fridge and all the crockery and cookware you'll need for your stay. The washing machine can be found on the way through to the family bathroom at the back of the house. The bathroom has a white suite with over-bath mixer shower. At the rear of the house is a small back yard.
Upstairs are the two comfortable bedrooms. The master bedroom has a double bed with a large wooden wardrobe, decorative fireplace and an electric shower with the enclosure within the bedroom. The twin bedroom also has a large wooden wardrobe for storage and a lovely window looking out onto the gently moving pace of village life.
Outside is a very small, east-facing patio that catches the morning sun and that boasts pretty flowers at certain times of the year. There is also an outhouse here with a WC and small wash basin that can be used throughout the year other than in the winter months.