This 1-bedroom cottage is an 18th-century whitewashed retreat sitting beneath the slopes of Wansfell in the heart of Ambleside, Cumbria. With exposed wooden beams, oak flooring and a cosy wood burner, this is a proper Lakeland bolthole. The cottage sleeps two and is perfectly set up for a romantic break. The deep spa bath in the stylish bathroom is a lovely touch.

Ambleside is one of the Lake District's best-placed towns for walking and exploring. You can set off on fell walks directly from the front door. Lake Windermere is just one mile away. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is a mile's walk through peaceful woodland.

The one-bedroom cottage has a king-size oak frame bed and a sitting room with a Smart TV. The stylish bathroom has both a spa bath and a separate shower. A small paved garden with table and chairs sits to the rear.

Ambleside high street is 350 metres away with galleries and places to eat. Stagshaw Gardens (National Trust) is one mile away. Loughrigg Fell is three miles away. A cinema, tennis courts and indoor climbing wall are all within half a mile.

This stay suits couples wanting a proper Lake District base. Parking is directly outside the front door and there is an on-site EV charger.