Ground Floor
From the front door, the bright and welcoming entrance hall offers ample space for boots, rucksacks and personal belongings.
The first room off the hall is the equally welcoming sitting room where Lake District prints & local guide books adorn the walls. This room benefits from comfortable seating, TV, DVD and impressive wood burning stove. The perfect place to curl up during those cooler winter evenings. There's a generous bay window which allows sunlight to pour into the room, and offers guests views towards the rolling hills of Grizedale forest.
The kitchen complete with dining area is a sleek and modern room which enjoys views across the rear garden and towards the impressive Yewdale Crags. A comfortable space for families and friends to gather, the kitchen is fully equipped with all the latest appliances, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge with small freezer compartment, microwave, electric oven, gas hob and DAB radio.
The ground floor also benefits from an ample shower room & W.C. Situated next the side entrance the shower room is perfectly positioned to help clean up after muddy adventures and wet walks.
First Floor
Bedroom 1 - Double bed
Bedroom 2 - Twin single (or super king-sized bed)
Bedroom 3 - Single bed
Shower room, beautifully finished with waterfall shower, WC & basin.
Outside
Slate chipped driveway with adequate space for two vehicles. To the front there is a small lawned area and raised slate seating area, the perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee or watch the world go by. To the rear of the cottage guests will have access to the garage, which offers secure storage for outdoor equipment plus tumble dryer. Adjacent to the garage is a lawned garden and slate chipped area complete with garden furniture.
Travelling with a dog?
We can offer free use of a 1 acre enclosed field in Coniston village, perfect for off the lead running, walking, training and playing. Use by arrangement only. Please contact the office for availability.
Facilities included
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels.
Parking
Parking for 2 cars on driveway.
Nearby
Public Transport 500 yards
Pub 300 yards
Shop 300 yards
Cottage Postcode
LA21 8HH
Accessibility Guide
https://www.accessibilityguides.org/content/green-croft
Local Activities
Coniston is an excellent centre for outdoor enthusiasts, with some superb climbing, walking, water sports, fishing and cycling to be had all year round.
For cycling enthusiasts there are some fantastic trails to be found in the area and the delights of Grizedale Forest are only a short ride away. For runners of all abilities the Lakeland Trail series visits Coniston yearly offering 5k, 10k, marathon and half marathon options. A favourite events amongst visitors and locals is the annual Coniston 14, 13.9 miles of scenic beauty as runners of all ages lap Coniston Water. For endurance athletes the Montane Lakeland 100 & Lakeland 50 events depart from Coniston each July and a whole host of water sports can be enjoyed down at the boating centre. Lastly for those who come to walk the area, no trip to Coniston would be complete without a climb up the Old Man of Coniston, the neighbouring Dow Crag and Wetherlam or the idyllic Tarn Hows. Also, the Langdale Pikes are only a short drive away.
However for those who like to keep their feet firmly on the ground there's The Ruskin Museum, which depicts the fascinating history of the area including the famous water speed record attempt of Donald Campbell and on the eastern shores of the lake lies Brantwood the Victorian home of philosopher John Ruskin, where regular events and art courses are held. Should you just wish to relax during your time here then the tremendous landscape of cascading waterfalls, streams, lakes and mountains should help you switch off from modern life. Delights such as Tarn Hows and Grizedale Forest are nearby and prove to be ever popular with visitors of all ages.
Please see below links or enquire for more information.
www.coniston14.co.uk
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/steam-yacht-gondola
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/tarn-hows-and-coniston
www.conistonboatingcentre.co.uk
www.ruskinmuseum.com
www.forestry.gov.uk/grizedale
www.brantwood.org.uk
www.lakelandtrails.org
https://lakeland100.com/
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