The Lake District and Cumbria - Ref 2238

An historic Lakeland town with a fine reputation for shopping, Kendal sits on the banks of the River Kent and is known as the Southern Gateway to the Lakes Its old cobbled lanes and byways branch off the attractive main street, and the stone ruins of 12th Century Kendal Castle sit perched on a hill with views over the town The Abbot Hall Art Gallery’s regular collection exhibits portraits by Kendal born George Romney and works by Turner and Ruskin, with other exhibitions through its links with the Tate Both Sizergh Castle and Levens Hall with its superb Topiary Garden are nearby, as are limestone escarpments for easy walking, offering thrilling views of the Lakeland Mountains, the Howgills and Morecambe Bay Kendal itself is ideally placed for exploring South Lakeland, the Yorkshire Dales and beyond With other attractions such as Kendal Museum and the Museum of Lakeland Life, Lake Windermere and the wider National Park within easy reach, Kendal provides a superb base for a relaxing break This charming property is located in the grounds of the Heaves Estate and set in the rural outskirts of historic Kendal With open-plan living on the second floor, spacious and well appointed accommodation throughout and two king-size double bedrooms, this holiday home is a wonderful example of a traditional Lake District stone-built semi-detached cottage Positioned in 10 acres of formal gardens, woodland and parkland the property is well placed for all local amenities and activities that the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District has to offer .