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Rayside, Stainton

Rayside is a lovely cottage resting in the village of Stainton, Cumbria. Hosting two bedrooms, including a double and a twin, along with a bathroom, this property can sleep up to four guests. There is also a kitchen, external utility, and a living/dining room with woodburning stove. Outside there is private parking in front of the cottage for one car with additional on-street parking in the village, along with an enclosed rear yard with lockable outbuilding for bike storage and freezer. Rayside is a delightful base for a fun-filled adventure to the Lake District.

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Accommodation Details

Two bedrooms: 1 x double bedroom, 1 x twin bedroom. Bathroom with corner bath & shower over, basin, heated floor and towel rail and WC. Kitchen. External utility including a washing machine. Living/dining room with wood burning stove. Electric heating.

Nestled on a quiet road in the delightful village of Stainton and over looking the beautiful village green, is this charming end of terrace cottage. Located close to the likes of Ullswater, Pooley Bridge, Penrith and Keswick making it ideal for those wishing to enjoy an outdoors escape and perfect for a couple, group, or family of four seeking to tour the northern area of the Lakes. Open the front door into a spacious hallway with storage for your walking boots and coats. Off the hallway, you will find the wonderful living/dining room where you will be immediately drawn to the homely wood burning stove which can be lit on a cool evening to warm you as you unwind on the sofa with a favourite film streaming on the Smart TV. Gather at the dining table for home cooked meals or a board game amidst the delightful décor. The kitchen boasts shaker style units with integrated appliances, sure to inspire some delicious cooking from any budding chef, with an electric oven and hob, fridge and microwave at your fingertips. A quaint rear yard is perfect for breathing in the fresh morning air with a coffee first thing, and also leads to the lockable outbuilding containing the freezer and plenty of bike storage space. Travel upstairs to two comfortable bedrooms, with a twin room home to pretty yellow and orange accents in the décor with hanging space, and a double room featuring teal hues throughout with a large wardrobe. Feel refreshed with a shower or a long soak in the bathroom where a large corner bath with an overhead shower can be found. The village of Stainton is small and tranquil, whilst still boasting a friendly community spirit. The local pub and village store are a 2 minute walk away, so all you need on your self-catered stay is on your doorstep. There is also a small hotel offering bar snacks and a more formal dining experience. The beautiful Ullswater lake is within easy reach. Home to the world-famous steamer boats and with boat hire available, you can sail along the waters soaking up the scenery. Paths around the water are perfect for easy rambles, whilst plenty of nearby and surrounding peaks present all kinds of hiking challenges to take on including Great Dodd, overlooking Ullswater, Arthur's Pike, and the large more westerly Blencathra and Skiddaw. Whinlatter Forest is also close by and offers plenty of walking and mountain bike trails for all abilities. Keen historians will love visiting the amazing ruins of Lowther Castle & Gardens, a medieval home to the Earls of Lonsdale, as well as Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, a 14th century country house with extensive grounds to explore.The busting town of Penrith is a 5 minute drive away and offers a wide range of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as Penrith Castle and Castle Park, perfect for a picnic on a summer's day. The town of Keswick, home to an award-winning market and a fantastic array of shops, ranging from craft bakeries, a butchers and fresh, local produce is also easily accessible. Make memories in the Lakes with your loved ones from the delightful Rayside. The neighbour does have a right of way through the yard.

Stainton is a small village resting on the north-eastern fringes of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria. The village is home to a hotel with a pub, a pub and a village shop and Post Office, along with the Alpaca Centre where you can see the animals for free and browse the variety of garments made with their soft, hard-wearing fibres. Nearby is the town of Penrith where Penrith Castle, Castle Park and an array of shops, pubs and restaurants await you.

Amenities & Facilities

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher. Smart TV, Wi-Fi. Fuel, power, bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Private parking in front of cottage for one car, additional parking on-street in village. Rear enclosed yard. Lockable outbuilding with freezer and bike storage. 1 dog welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 0.1 mile

Location Details

Stainton is a small village resting on the north-eastern fringes of the Lake District National Park in Cumbria. The village is home to a hotel with a pub, a pub and a village shop and Post Office, along with the Alpaca Centre where you can see the animals for free and browse the variety of garments made with their soft, hard-wearing fibres. Nearby is the town of Penrith where Penrith Castle, Castle Park and an array of shops, pubs and restaurants await you.

Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Stainton is detailed below.

Sat 23rd Rain and snow 11°C 0°C 25mph 53.2mm 988mb
Sun 24th Heavy intensity rain 12°C 8°C 31mph 22.8mm 984mb
Mon 25th Light rain 8°C 5°C 31mph 1.2mm 989mb
Tue 26th Light rain 6°C 3°C 25mph 0.3mm 1,009mb
Wed 27th Light rain 5°C 3°C 13mph 4.3mm 1,005mb
Thu 28th Scattered clouds 5°C 2°C 6mph 0.0mm 1,022mb
Fri 29th Light rain 8°C 4°C 14mph 3.2mm 1,011mb

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