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This wonderful traditional cottage, set up on the hillside above the Great Langdale Road, dates back to the 17th century and is said to be the oldest property in Langdale. It has plenty of character and lies in a charming setting with stunning views of the Langdales.
Beside this characterful cottage is a small orchard and a stone built shed suitable for storing bicycles. From the parking area, guests enter through the side door straight into a large slate floor kitchen. Beside the kitchen is the main living area with cosy log burner and views into the established and well maintained garden and across Langdale. There is a separate dining room with very old oak panelling and large dining table.
The downstairs bathroom has a shower & WC, and on the half landing there is a family bathroom with shower, WC and bath to soak away a day’s walking in the lakes. Stairs lead up to the first floor with three simple bedrooms with old oak floorboards.
This intriguing property has been sympathetically updated with modern conveniences but still retains much of its historical character, such as stone flag floors and polished floorboards. Floors and stairs are a little uneven and, as a traditional stone cottage, it can take a little while to heat up. The setting is magical and arguably one of the best locations in Langdale with spectacular views of the Pikes.
The garden slopes downwards from the front terrace and is a real sun-trap that makes it the perfect place to sit outside from mid morning onwards and enjoy the views. Being able to watch the sunrise from the property is well worth the effort of an early rise. Please note there are two streams within the boundary of the cottage so please ensure children are supervised at all times.
Due to the nature of this property we would advise it is unsuitable for young children and toddlers.
The Lake District has secluded valleys and remote fell tops, with some of England’s darkest skies. It’s the perfect place for star gazing away from blazing city lights.
A fairly steep-sided valley shelters the Langdales from town lights. Both Great Langdale and Little Langdale are great spots for dark skies, an ideal place to really connect with the often hidden night sky!
Sleeps 6
Two storeys
Two king-size bedrooms and one twin bedroom
Separate shower room
Family bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, basin and WC on the first floor
All bed linen and towels provided
Large well-equipped kitchen
Living area and separate dining area
Free Wi-Fi and TV
Central heating
Log burner
Outside seating and picnic bench
Extensive mature gardens
Outside storage for bicycles
Parking for 2–3 cars
Up to two dogs permitted (subject to an additional charge)
No smoking
Elterwater 0 miles; Chapel Stile 0.5 miles; Ambleside 5 miles; Grasmere 5 miles; Windermere 9 miles; Keswick 19 miles
The Langdale Valley is one of the Lake District’s most iconic and breathtaking locations, famed for its rugged scenery, dramatic fells and traditional stone-built villages. Home to the striking Langdale Pikes, the valley offers some of the best walking, climbing and cycling routes in the national park, with something for everyone from gentle riverside strolls to challenging ridge hikes.
Langdale is easily reached from Ambleside by car via the A593 and B5343, or by bus from Windermere station (around 9 miles away), with stops at Chapel Stile and Elterwater.
At the heart of the valley are the welcoming villages of Elterwater and Chapel Stile, where you’ll find cosy pubs, cafés and a village shop. Walkers can set out straight from their door to explore the Pikes, Crinkle Crags, Bowfell and beyond, or simply enjoy the peaceful riverside paths and woodland trails closer to the valley floor.
With its stunning views, excellent access to the central fells and an authentic, unspoilt atmosphere, the Langdale Valley is the perfect choice for anyone looking to experience the true beauty of the Lake District.
