The Lake District and Cumbria - Ref 1451

The small market town of Cockermouth is situated in the quiet north west of the Lake District - a largely undiscovered and unspoilt area which is still only 13 miles from Keswick The town is famous as the birthplace of both William Wordsworth and Fletcher Christian – renowned for 'Mutiny on the Bounty' Today, Wordsworth's Georgian family home - located on the main street - is a popular visitor's attraction that is owned and cared for by the National Trust Cockermouth also offers a good variety of shops, pubs and places to eat, but the main attraction of the town remains the beautiful scenery and excellent walking which surrounds the northern lakes - Bassenthwaite Lake, Ennerdale Water and Derwent Water This charming cottage is situated amidst lovely countryside on the outskirts of the market town of Cockermouth The detached ground floor leads to the upstairs of the property, which is connected to the owner’s roof space, ensuring that the visitors' retain their privacy The accommodation provided is of an exceptionally high standard and the cottage boasts a fabulous first floor living room – positioned to take full advantage of the views of the surrounding fells Thoughtfully designed and beautifully maintained, the ground floor is home to the kitchen and dining areas which look out onto the pretty garden – ideal for summer dining outdoors .