Lakes cottage with stunning view & private hot tub

Welcome to Highside a delightful cottage set in a secluded location overlooking the tranquil village of Lorton. Dating back to 1695 (as engraved on the fireplace in the kitchen), the cottage retains many original features but has been sympathetically modernised. The cottage resides within our farm, Terrace Farm with open countryside and panoramic views of the Lakeland Fells and numerous Wainwrights including Melbreak, Whiteside, Low Fell, Hopegillhead to name but a few. The space We have aimed to provide you with everything you need to make your stay a very comfortable and enjoyable one. The open plan living room/kitchen area provides space with the focal point being the woodburning stove set on a slate hearth. The kitchen is modern with integrated appliances including oven/ceramic hob with extractor over, dishwasher, fridge and wine cooler. The dining table has been made from Terrace Farm oak and sits beautifully within the room. The open plan continues to a utility area with washing machine, drier and a fridge/freezer. We have created a downstairs cloakroom and what was formerly the larder area with the original slate sconces these have been made into a fantastic store area/boot room. Leading to the bedrooms is a staircase made locally from Terrace Farm oak, there are three double bedrooms one having an en-suite shower room, these rooms have a raised ceiling exposing the oak beams. The third bedroom is currently shown as a twin but this can be a superking allowing three couples to stay at the cottage. The bathroom has a three piece suite with a shower over the bath. There is a private patio area to the front of Highside with plenty of space for dining al fresco and a hot tub for relaxing after a day of walking the fells. Being in an elevated position the views are outstanding and even at night the sky is filled with a million stars. Guest access Our cottage has ample parking for three cars located adjacent to the property. The village of Lorton is within walking distance and Cockermouth is less than a ten minute drive. Other things to note Within Lorton and a walk away we have a village shop which has a cafe and the award winning Wheatsheaf Public House where a warm welcome awaits; there are indoor or outdoor eating areas depending on the time of year. The renowned Kirkstile Inn is located at the foot of Melbreak around 5 miles away, where you can sample the award winning Loweswater Gold as well as the fantastic food menu. We are within easy reach of the West Cumbrian Lakes including Crummock, Loweswater and Buttermere. Situated 4 miles from the market town of Cockermouth where you can find butchers, bakers, local craft shops, bars/cafes and restaurants as well as high street food stores. Keswick is 8 miles, via the B5292 over the Whinlatter Pass, again a market town, the 77 bus is available to Keswick and times are displayed within the brochure. The farm is set within 600 acres where we have beef and sheep, depending on the time of year that you visit you may get to see new born lambs, young calves, sheep shearing or winter feed being harvested. Please note this is a working farm and access to fields is not permitted without permission. Red squirrels and many different types of birds can be seen along with other wildlife.