Old Bank House

About this property

A charming detached house located in the small village of Cark in Cartmel, on the edge of the Lake District National Park. Comfortably appointed throughout to provide excellent accommodation, this Cark in Cartmel cottage is perfect for families and friends looking to enjoy time together in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. Set over three floors, this Cark in Cartmel cottage is comfortable throughout and includes a stunning oak panelled dining room with a woodburner in an inglenook fireplace, while the sitting room has another cosy woodburner and views out to the pleasant courtyard and terraced gardens, and the spacious entrance hall/reading area provides the perfect place to escape to, for catching a quiet moment with a good book. The bright kitchen is well equipped, and has a sociable dining area to share a glass of wine while the chef is busy. This old Cark in Cartmel house is steeped in character and has several internal steps between rooms, it also has a wonderful original full-length window which stretches up from the ground floor to the top of the second floor. Outside this Cark in Cartmel house there is a pleasant terrace and a patio area, which is perfect for a BBQ on a sunny summer's evening. The village of Cark in Cartmel has a very popular inn serving traditional food, a handy local store and a station for the Furness Line railway, so you can jump on the train to Grange-over-Sands and enjoy a day trip to this elegant Edwardian town. The beautiful village of Cartmel is only two miles away and is known as the home of the much-loved sticky toffee pudding and plays host to a number of award-winning restaurants. The village also has a racecourse, an ancient priory and Holker Hall, a stately home with charming gardens and a food hall selling local produce and serving delicious food, home to the Cavendish family. With the South Lakes Wild Animal Park within 30 minutes' drive of this Cark in Cartmel cottage, and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite steam railway close by, rail and animal enthusiasts of all ages will be delighted. With superb village amenities on the doorstep, this Cark in Cartmel cottage is an ideal base any time of the year.

The small village of Cark in Cartmel lies just a couple of miles from its more famous neighbour, Cartmel, in lovely Lakeland countryside. Cark is a stop on the Furness railway, and visitors to the village will enjoy a stroll to the local beach, or a quiet pint in one of the two friendly pubs. Holker Hall house and deer park are just a short walk from Cark. Cartmel is renowned for its racecourse, and the town is well served with a selection of shops, traditional pubs and a Michelin starred restaurant. There is so much to enjoy in the area, from country walks to boat trips on Windermere or a trip to the seaside resort of Grange over Sands. A great Lakeland base for your holiday.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Six bedrooms: 2 x double, 2 x second floor twin, 1 x single with cot, 1 x adult bunks.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Shower room with shower, basin and WC.

Ground floor basin and WC.

Kitchen with dining area.

Utility.

Dining room with woodburner.

Sitting room (seats 6) with woodburner.

Entrance hall/reading area (seats 1).

Gas central heating with woodburners.

Range cooker with double electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and toys.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburners included in rent, additional wood available from village store.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot and highchair.

Roadside parking available next to cottage.

Lockable bike storage.

Courtyard and terrace with furniture.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub 2 mins walk.
Note: Due to the open plan nature of the garden steps, children are to be supervised at all times.