Once home to the head groom at an old rectory, this charming Uldale cottage makes an idyllic romantic retreat. Sleeping two guests, it offers sumptuous, one-bedroom, single-storey accommodation, where you can unwind in comfort after exploring the Lake District National Park. Venture 4 miles from the cottage, which is 1.5 miles from Ireby and 5 miles from Caldbeck, to find yourselves on the shores of tranquil Bassenthwaite Lake. The space Keswick, beside Derwentwater, is 11 miles away and offers opportunities for shopping and dining out, as well as lakeside walks. You can hire canoes or take in the scenery from a cruise at the marina, 2 miles further on. Colourful Cockermouth, where you can visit the childhood home of the renowned English poet William Wordsworth, is 11 miles from the cottage. Plan a day at the coast at Allonby, 16 miles away, where you can walk out along the open sand and shingle. Pause for a moment to enjoy the stillness before stepping inside your holiday haven. Feel the stresses of your daily life lift from your shoulders as you find yourself in exquisite accommodation that is friendly and welcoming. Pause to unpack your shopping in the kitchen, which has wooden cabinets and dark work surfaces, before heading on through to the lovely lounge/diner to relax. Take a seat on the comfortable sofa or lay a fire in the wood burner, which has been positioned in front of a strip of revealed stonework. Find your favourite box set on the Smart TV while the fire glows gently in the background. Conjure up delicious meals back through in the kitchen, then set the table in the lounge/diner for romantic, firelight meals for two. Your modern shower room is adjacent to the kitchen, while your luxurious double bedroom, with its bespoke bed, is next to the lounge/diner. Spill out into your beautiful lawned garden on summer days. Bask in the glorious sunshine over a cold drink and absorb the rural views. Open a bottle of wine to enjoy out in the summerhouse. There is allocated private parking for one car. House Rules Additional information and rules 1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 double bedroom - 1 shower room with a WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, slimline dishwasher, coffee machine, washing machine - Wood burner - Smart TV - Private enclosed rear garden, with outdoor furniture, lawn and summerhouse - Private parking for 1 car - Shop 5 miles, pub 1.5 miles - Dogs are to be kept on a lead at all times when not either inside the cottage or in the enclosed rear garden