The Lake District and Cumbria - Ref 2423

Ideally placed for exploring the Lake District and Eden Valley, the attractive, unspoilt rural village of Great Strickland makes an excellent holiday spot Most of the local amenities for the village are provided by the nearby market town of Penrith and include a good selection of shops and restaurants, a cinema and swimming baths Great Strickland does have some amenities with an excellent village pub Just two miles away is the Lakeland Bird of Prey Centre whilst a cruise on one of Ullswater's motor yachts is also worth investigating – these leave hourly from Pooley Bridge, just five miles from Great Strickland Dalemain Historic House, which was used as a backdrop in a television adaptation of Jane Eyre, is nearby as is the Rheged Discovery Centre, giving visitors a wide selection of holiday activities On the edge of the pretty village of Great Strickland, seven miles from Penrith, is this fabulous single-storey detached cottage Situated in the attractive grounds of the owner's home, this property provides first class accommodation in a quiet, peaceful location The property provides a wealth of character features such as exposed beams, Velux windows and a cosy wood-burning stove Adding to the property’s airy feel are a set of French doors leading to a wonderful, private, south-facing patio area – ideal for al fresco dining, or sunbathing with a good book .