FOX BARN, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Staveley

Fox Barn rests near Staveley, Cumbria and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.

Fox Barn, a ground-floor apartment, consists of an open-plan living space with an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, dining seating for four people, electric fire, and Smart TV. The bedrooms consist of a king-size (zip/link) and double, serviced by a bathroom. You'll find a shop in 0.4 miles, pub in 0.5 miles, lake in 0.5 miles, and river in 1.4 miles. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen, and towels are included in the rent. Outside, there is a patio with furniture and a barbecue and roadside parking. Two well-behaved pets are welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Whatever the weather, a wonderful stay awaits at Fox Barn.

Amenities: Gas central heating. Underfloor heating. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher. Smart TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair available. Roadside parking. Patio with furniture and barbecue. Two well-behaved pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.5 miles, river 0.1 miles

Region: Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.

Town: The thriving Lakeland village of Staveley is situated on the eastern fringes of the Lake District National Park and offers superb access to the whole region. The beautiful Kentmere Valley is just a short walk away and with the River Kent tumbling its way through the valley to Staveley, it is very popular with mountain bikers and walkers alike. Staveley Mill Yard is a former wood turning mill at the heart of the village, which is now a thriving tourist attraction with cycle hire and outdoor shops, artisan bakery, brewery and the renowned Wilf's Cafe. This complements the excellent range of amenities in the village, which include a variety of shops, a village pub, craft shops, a children's playground, a regular bus service and a railway station. Close by, the bustling towns of Kendal, Windermere, Bowness and Ambleside are popular with visitors, providing a range of amenities to suit all tastes. Lake Windermere offers boat trips, including a ferry to the Lakeside Aquarium and Grizedale Forest Park. The 'Windermere Steamboat Museum' displays a fascinating collection of boats whilst children will enjoy the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness, where technology brings her characters to life. Within easy reach of Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains, Staveley is ideally situated for exploring all that the region has to offer.