What do you think makes a stay at Stone Cottage unique?
Painstakingly and respectfully refurbished, original features have been exposed and new additions thoughtfully chosen to create a truly beautiful cottage with a sense of history and a sense of place – and boy what a place!…there are few settings which capture the essence of Lakeland better than this. Inside the Farrow and Ball paints and designer fabrics complement the finest local materials and artist's works. Understated and elegant, Stone Cottage really feels loved and indulged with details rarely found in other holiday homes. The house is private and peaceful yet has 21st century luxuries: good WiFi, Sky Q box and a superbly equipped kitchen. On arrival guests enjoy flowers, Prosecco, homemade cake and can order meals from the local farmshop.
Can you suggest any activities or things to do while staying in the Patterdale area?
Set in the heart of the Lake District, 2 miles south of Patterdale at the head of the valley just before it climbs southwards to Windermere (11 miles) and Ambleside (8 miles). Both are great large villages for shopping with a good supermarket in Windermere. Ambleside has a super independent cinema with 5 screens and two vegetarian restaurants, plus boasts many other great places to eat and drink. Ullswater;often considered to be England's most beautiful lake, is just a 2 mile walk from the cottage. Take a tour of the lake on a "steamers" or use one of the many guides provided to venture into the mountains surrounding the cottage. E-bikes can be hired locally and delivered to the cottage plus there are several places where you can learn to sail or paddleboard. Wild swimming spots are plentiful.
The hosts nearby and are on hand to help you get the most from your stay and can provide walking intineraries or simply touring ideas if you perfer to explore by car or bus.
Where can guests enjoy food and drink?
There is milk, tea, fresh coffee, homemade cake and prosecco on arrival - plus useful bits and bobs like salt, pepper, cooking oil, sugar are provided.
Locally there are 3 pubs which serve simple pub grub plus two hotels on the lakeshore in Glenridding, just 2 miles away.
The pretty village of Glenridding is also the location of two well stocked local mini-marts plus a great outdoor equipment shop and a couple of cafes.
An eating out guide can be provieded on request as there are too many good places to eat within a 35 minute drive to list here, from Michelin stars to great cafes.
What is the capacity for Stone Cottage?
Stone Cottage hosts up to 6 people including all children with a maximum of 4 adults in the party. A party of 5 adults may also be accommodated on request for a small additional charge.
Guests sleep upstairs where there are two kings and two separate single bedrooms. One king is adjacent to the family bathroom and at the foot of the stairs is a shower-room. On the ground floor is a spacious living-room, cosy dining room and large well-equipped kitchen with breakfast bar and utility area.
