Cosy 4 Star Lakeland Cottage

Nestled in the pretty Langdale hamlet of Chapel Stile, this 19th Century Lakeland retreat takes a picture-postcard setting overlooking the Langdale Valley in the heart of the Lake District National Park. This sleepy village surrounded by magnificent countryside is the ideal base with an abundance of walks and cycling straight from the door. Active families will have no need to use their car while couples will relish the romantic location and cosy evenings by the wood burning stove. The space Step inside Fountain Cottage and you'll fall in love with the traditional character and instantly soak up the contemporary restoration contrasting the old oak beams, thick walls and stone floors with crisp modern decor. Contemporary comforts spread over the three floors; cosy cottage bedrooms, modern bathrooms and a top floor lounge with a woodburning stove. The south-facing balcony with its magnificent mountain views is an ideal for lazy summer brunches or just a cool place to chill out after those hard days on the fells. Lakeland slate on the outside and set in the beautiful countryside of the National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the cottage offers amazing mountain views and village scenes through almost every window. Active families will have no need to use their car, couples will relish the romantic location and cosy evenings by the woodburning stove and all will be glad of the short walk to the Good Pub Guide listed Wainwrights Inn. Although this luxurious Lake District cottage is an outdoor lovers paradise, for those who want to just relax and be pampered the Cottage benefits from inclusive leisure club facilities for 2 adults at the nearby Langdale Country Club. The Club offers a well equipped gym, swimming pool and sauna. Come rain or shine whether you are looking for outdoor activity or a peaceful romantic retreat Fountain Cottage offers it all. Accommodation Large entrance hall with original flagged stone floor and space for outdoor gear. Upstairs to the excellently equipped Shaker kitchen / dining room which affords views of the beautiful countryside. Through to the modern lounge with wood-burning stove and French doors leading out to the balcony again with amazing views of the mountains of the Langdale Valley in Lake District National Park. The lounge has a SMART Internet TV and Blue-ray DVD player. The romantic double bedroom with a wrought iron bed is located on the entrance level and has its own en-suite with power shower. Also on the entrance level is the luxury family bathroom which offers both a separate bath and power shower cubicle. The double bedroom is equipped with a SMART Internet TV and DVD player. A flight of stairs leads down to the cosy twin bedroom which is equipped with a SMART Internet TV. This bedroom also has its own outdoor access. Outside there is a large shed for secure storage of bikes and outdoor equipment. There is parking for 1 car directly outside the cottage with further on lane parking close by. There is a wide selection of OS maps, walking and mountain bike guides and information on local activities for your use during your stay. We also allow one small dog to stay at the cottage for an additional charge of £20 Guest access Guest have full private use of the cottage and outside there is a large shed for secure storage of bikes and outdoor equipment. For those who want to just relax and be pampered the Cottage benefits from membership for two adults at the nearby Langdale Leisure Club. The Club offers a well equipped gym, swimming pool and sauna. Other things to note The Langdale Club, part of the award-winning Langdale Estate, is located within easy walking distance from Fountain Cottage. We maintain full membership for 2 adults and Fountain guests are also able to sign in additional members of their party on the payment of a small day or evening charge. Furthermore children under 2 years benefit from free entry. This membership ensures that couples and families with children under 2 do not have to pay any additional charges and have free access to the Langdale facilities. For two couples or for couples with older children, all four can attend the Langdale at the same time on the payment of the small daily / evening charge for the third and fourth guest. Alternatively you could decide to attend in two pairs at different times and have no charges to pay. The Langdale boasts an impressive range of leisure facilities including a well equipped gymnasium with a newly installed TechnoGym and relaxation facilities are available, including a 20m UV-treated swimming pool complete with massage seat and whirlpool spa bath, a steam room, Sanarium®, tropical shower, deluge shower and lounger chairs. In addition with the Cottage's membership you also benefit from a 10% discount on all of their Bars and Restaurants (including Wainwrights Inn).