This 3-bedroom cottage is a spacious country retreat sleeping six in the heart of Portinscale village. This reverse-level property sits above a tearoom and restaurant. The front garden offers views over the rooftops to Bleaberry Fell. You can walk straight from the door into Keswick or down to the shores of Derwentwater.

The Lake District location puts you minutes from lakeside rambles and fell hikes. Skiddaw offers panoramic views across to Scotland on clear days. Cyclists can tackle 3-Bedroom Barn in Bassenthwaite and Honister Pass. The village has several places to eat and drink.

The ground floor has a king-size bedroom with TV and family bathroom with bath. Upstairs you'll find a double bedroom with fell views and en-suite shower room, plus a twin bedroom. Both upper bedrooms have skylights. The open-plan living space features a vaulted ceiling and dual-aspect windows. The kitchen has a gas hob, electric oven, dishwasher and air fryer. A utility room houses the washing machine and tumble dryer.

Theatre by the Lake (1.2 miles, 5 minutes) hosts regular shows. Mirehouse gardens (3.4 miles, 10 minutes) make a lovely afternoon out. Keswick town centre (0.8 miles, 3 minutes) has independent shops and cafes. 3-Bedroom Barn in Bassenthwaite Forest Park (6.5 miles, 15 minutes) offers mountain biking trails.

This fully enclosed front garden suits families and dog owners. Three dogs welcome. Perfect for multi-generation breaks. This cottage combines village life with mountain access.