Woodland Crag Cottage, Grasmere

Woodland Crag cottage is situated in a small hamlet on the road to the rear of Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage close to the famous Lakeland town of Grasmere. There are just a handful of cottages and a farm in this tranquil location that it is within very easy walking distance to the centre of Grasmere. The historic property built of Lakeland stone 200 years ago now provides extremely comfortable cosy cottage accommodation for six people with all the modern equipment and facilities one could want. Accommodation comprises downstairs of hallway with coat and boot rack, spacious tastefully furnished lounge with feature fireplace and log burning stove, and cottage style kitchen / dining area with all modern appliances, downstairs bathroom. Upstairs you have a large double bedroom, smaller double bedroom, twin bedroom and separate bathroom. Outside there is a small well planted garden at the rear to enjoy, as well as an enclosed, shingle patio area at the front of the property. Parking is available outside the cottage. I won't be available in person, but please feel free to contact me with any questions. Alternatively our Wheelwrights Team are on hand from the office in Elterwater, should you need anything throughout your stay. Grasmere is only a short walk down the lane. Famous for being home to William Wordsworth; he once described it as “the loveliest spot that man hath ever found”. The Wordsworth Cottage and museum are a short stroll from the cottage. Now the town is a bustling hive of activity and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Lake District. It is home to the famous Sarah Nelson’s Gingerbread and the traditional bakery and quaint shop is well worth the visit. It has several art galleries, gift shops, a selection of outdoor equipment retailers, and a Co-op convenience store. Ambleside at just under 5 miles is just a short drive away or a pleasant walk. The 555 or 599 bus service runs regularly from Kendal to Keswick, stopping at Windermere, Ambleside, Grasmere.