Orchard Cottage

Appleby-in-Westmorland 4.2 miles.

Nestled in the small village of Bolton, near Abbleby-in-Westmorland in Cumbria, is Orchard Cottage, a two bedroom attached stone cottage, perfectly positioned between the North Pennines and the Lake District.

Ideal for a group of four seeking a rural break with plenty of walking and outdoor activity opportunities, Orchard Cottage presents a classic, homely style throughout, with original period features.

Walk down the pretty enclosed front garden to the door and be welcomed into the living room/diner, here you can find a lovely layout beneath the beamed ceiling, with a dining table and chairs sitting neatly in the corner, and a sofa and two armchairs set around the traditional woodburning stove and the TV.

The deep set windows show off the cottage's thick walls, whilst the exposed stone fireplace present more character from this charming property.

Head into the kitchen to the back of the cottage to find a more contemporary space, with fantastic blue tiling, and bright white fitted units, this light and airy space is well-equipped with all you need, and leads out to the delightful enclosed rear garden, complete with a patio and a lawn space with two seating areas.

Enjoy the quirky feature of the crook beam that rests at the top of the staircase, minding your head all the while, and discover two beautifully-decorated bedrooms, One holding a double bed and another with a small double, and featuring pretty bed linens, furnishings and decor.

Completing the cottage is the shower room, making excellent use of a small space, it has a wet room wall-style and even has a heated towel rail.

The village of Bolton is a lovely choice of location for a group seeking to explore the surrounding walking country, being just next door to the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty you can choose from a number of routes and peaks to walk, including High Cup Nick, Cross Fell, Mickle Fell, and Burnhope Seat all within the south-east area.

To the west you can venture into the amazing Lake District National Park, walk around Ullswater, take a boat trip on the water, and see the Aira Force Waterfall up close, all guaranteed to offer stunning scenery.

A good day out can be found at one of the many nearby castles and ruins like Lowther Castle and Gardens, Brougham Castle, Brough Castle and Penrith Castle, as well as the National Trust's historic attraction Acorn Bank with an expansive landscaped garden and watermill.

Those who crave adventure can enjoy thrilling outdoor activities with a trained instructor with Mountain Rat Adventures, choose from canyoning, ghyll scrambling, walking and climbing to add another exciting memory to your holiday.

For a scenic stay in Cumbria enjoy a stay at Orchard Cottage.