This restored salmon-pink 1-bedroom cottage is in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. Sitting in extensive grounds alongside a larger holiday home, it sleeps two and is built for couples wanting a proper Lake District base. The beamed lounge has a wood burner and a sumptuous sofa ideal for evenings in. Bespoke oak furnishings and interesting lighting give it a finished, considered feel throughout.

The Lake District is on your doorstep. Windermere's shores are just 0.5 miles away. Walk to shops and eateries directly from the cottage. The patio catches sunset views over the Lakes perfect with a glass of wine.

The cottage sleeps 2 in a king-size bedroom on the first floor with bespoke oak furnishings. On the ground floor there's a chic modern shower room with WC and a compact kitchen with oven, hob, microwave and fridge. One dog is welcome.

Brant Fell is 1 mile away. The jetty for lake cruises is 1 mile away. Hire rowing or motor boats on Windermere. The 5.5-mile Bowness Circular walk delivers outstanding lake views.

This rental suits couples perfectly a wood burner, king-size bed and Lake District views make this a hard booking to beat.