Tucked away half a mile down a country lane and adjacent to the owner's small holding, this lovely 400 year old cottage enjoys an idyllic "Beatrix Potter" type setting where the owner, a celebrated artist, lives and paints.

On the edge of the Lake District National Park (Windermere, half an hour) and close to the Yorkshire Dales, it is surrounded by fields and is ideal for walking and enjoying the peace and quiet.

Beams, flagged floors, stone fireplace, well-equipped kitchen and a four-poster king-sized bed create the perfect setting for any occasion.

The nearest shops, pubs and restaurants are 5 miles away.

Accommodation

Ground Floor: spacious lounge with rugs on a flagged floor, dining kitchen, open staircase.

First Floor: two bedrooms (one draped four-poster king-size bed, one twin), bathroom with power shower over bath, toilet and basin.

Services: storage heaters throughout, open fire, electricity, logs and coal, bed linen and towels provided. Travel cot, high chair, television, video, radio/cassette, cd player, electric cooker, microwave, laundry service by arrangement with owner, garden furniture and barbeque.

Outside: the south facing garden is bordered by a stream, there is a low fence but toddlers must be supervised.