Hugill Cottage is a stone and slate cottage in Staveley village in the Lake District. This three-bedroom property sleeps six guests and sits right in the heart of this lively Cumbrian village. The cottage combines contemporary open-plan living with original features like sash windows and pine doors.

Staveley offers excellent access to the Lakes. The village has shops, pubs and the famous mill yard with its brewery and cafés. You can walk straight into the Kentmere Valley from your door. Lake Windermere, Ambleside and Kendal are all within easy reach.

The cottage has a super-king-size bedroom with en-suite shower room, a double bedroom and a twin bedroom that converts to super-king-size. There's a family bathroom with bath and shower. The spacious open-plan living area features a woodburning stove and bi-fold doors. The kitchen includes a Bosch pod coffee machine, dishwasher and washing machine.

Windermere (4 miles, 10 minutes) offers lake cruises and watersports. Kentmere Valley (2 miles, 5 minutes) provides excellent walking routes. Ambleside (7 miles, 15 minutes) has independent shops and outdoor gear specialists. Kendal (5 miles, 12 minutes) features the castle ruins and Abbot Hall Art Gallery.

Hugill Cottage suits families and groups wanting a well-equipped base for Lake District adventures. The village location means you can walk to pubs and shops. One well-behaved pet is welcome.