THE COW HOUSE, Romantic, Character Holiday Cottage In Shap

Penrith, Cumbria

The Cow House is a charming stone-built cottage located in Shap, Cumbria, in the North of England, perfect for a romantic getaway for two. This all-ground-floor cottage features one super-king-size bedroom with a TV and a bathroom, accommodating a total of two guests. The open-plan living space includes a kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with a woodburning stove, as well as a utility room with a WC. Outside, there is ample off-road parking and a private garden with a lawned area and decking with furniture, ideal for enjoying the peaceful rural surroundings.

Amenities at The Cow House include oil-fired central heating, a woodburning stove, electric oven, halogen hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Sky, WiFi, and a CD player with speakers. Fuel and power are included in the rent, along with bed linen and towels. The cottage also offers bike storage and is a strictly no-smoking property. The village of Shap, where the cottage is located, offers shops, a Post Office, pubs, a swimming pool, and a memorial park, while nearby attractions include Shap Abbey and the Lake District National Park, known for its impressive mountains, open fells, and clear-water lakes.

The Lake District is a popular holiday destination, offering a range of activities from walking in the mountains to watersports and leisurely cruises on steam-powered yachts. Shap, a linear village within the Eden district of Cumbria, provides easy access to the Lake District National Park, with opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring charming towns like Ambleside, Windermere, and Kendal. The surrounding area of Penrith is known for its natural beauty, with attractions like Lake District National Park and Yorkshire Dales National Park nearby, as well as opportunities for fishing, cycling, horse riding, and hiking/biking trails.

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