1 bedroom accommodation in Grasmere

This delightful apartment, on the slopes of Rydal Fell, is very well-equipped and comfortably furnished, and has beautiful views of Grasmere and the fells beyond from its large, secluded grounds.. 4 steps to entrance.

All on the First Floor:

Living/dining room: Smart TV, Bluray Player, DVD Player, Sound System, Sofa Bed (Double) (Flexible Sleeping Only)

Kitchen: Smart TV, Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Wine Cooler, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine

Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Smart TV, DVD Player

Bathroom: Roll Top Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet. 3-acre grounds with lawns, woodland, terrace and sitting-out area (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking, allocated for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is a small, unfenced pond and small stream in the grounds.. Wonderfully located on the slopes of Rydal Fell, and approximately ¾ mile from the centre of Grasmere village, The Old Coach House is a very comfortable and traditionally furnished apartment. Set within Wood Close, a large Victorian, stone-built country house which is divided into several independent properties, The Old Coach House has been refurbished to a high standard and offers many modern amenities and facilities while retaining its traditional character and charm. The spacious living/dining room looks out over the gardens from the panoramic windows, and is furnished with a sofa, easy chairs, and dining table and chairs. There is a large-screen Smart TV, comprehensive sound system and a wide selection of local books, information guides, walking maps and board games. The modern kitchen has garden views and is well-equipped with a multi-function oven/grill, induction hob, wine cooler, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave, TV and breakfast bar. Guests who wish to do their own catering will find a wide range of kitchen utensils and crockery. The bedroom also overlooks the garden and has a king-size bed with 100% cotton bed linen, an antique wardrobe, a wash basin and a Smart TV. The bathroom is equipped with a roll-top bath, electric shower, toilet, washbasin and under-floor heating. At the entrance to the apartment, there is a porch with coat hooks, a heated drying frame, and shoe and boot storage space. The heating throughout the apartment is by thermostatically controlled heaters. Within Wood Close, there is a laundry room with a washing machine and

tumble dryer, shared with the other apartments, with an honesty box to cover costs.

Wood Close has 3 acres of grounds, comprising of lawns, woodland, gardens, a panoramic terrace and sitting out area, all of which can be used by our guests, and which are also shared with the other apartments in the house. From the terrace, there are dramatic views of Grasmere lake and Loughrigg Fell beyond. The grounds are home to red squirrels and many species of birds, with wild deer also being occasional visitors. Additionally, there is a small, unfenced pond and stream in the grounds. Each apartment has its own allocated parking space, with private parking for 1 car specifically for visitors to The Old Coach House. This homely holiday apartment retains all of its traditional charm for a peaceful, relaxing and enjoyable holiday in the heart of the Lake District. It is an excellent base for walking, with easy access to the fells, Alcock Tarn, and the famous ‘Coffin Route’ directly from the garden. There is a gentle downhill walk to Grasmere village, passing the poet William Wordsworth’s home at Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Grasmere centre on the way. In the village, you will find an attractive selection of bars and restaurants, and a wide variety of shops, including a small supermarket, chemist, baker, outdoor equipment retailers, gift and art shops, and the famous Grasmere gingerbread shop. The graves of Wordsworth and his family are situated in St. Oswald’s parish churchyard. From the village, there are easy routes to both the lower and upper slopes of the surrounding fells. Ambleside, 4 miles, and Keswick, 13 miles, offer a range of further shops, attractions and amenities, and there are several historic houses and gardens locally. Shop, pub and restaurant ¾ mile.



Only dogs allowed at the property.

There is open water in the property grounds.

Suitable for up to 1 pet