Jess Cottage in Kendal

Jess Cottage is set overlooking the town of Kendal in the South Lakes and lies within walking distance of both the countryside and the heart of the Town. One of the beautiful character cottages built of local limestone it is situated in a quiet no-through road around the corner from where Postman Pat had his post office! Nestled on the Greenside area of Kendal there are wonderful walks from the door, ranging from the low level walk beside the bustling river Kent to woodland and countryside walks all the way through to Windermere. The Kendal Golf Course (with USPGA specification sand based greens) is around the corner and welcomes visitors.

Kendal is the " Gateway to the Lakes," and home of the famous Kendal mint cake; some of which was carried to the summit of Everest on the 1953 expedition. There are many fine eating places in the town serving food made from produce sourced in Cumbria and a short walk from the cottage is a quiet pub overlooking the green. The Brewery Arts Centre restaurant and bar on Highgate is another comfortable venue and also provides a cinema and concert room.

The holiday cottage accommodation comprises two double bedrooms in addition there is a full size sofa bed in the living room downstairs, where there is a colour TV and DVD. The bathroom is downstairs and has a shower over the bath. The garden is paved with pots of herbs, and available for use.

Services include a central heating and hot water system, electric cooker, washing machine and microwave, fridge with freezer compartment. Bed linen and electricity are included (towels if requested). Well behaved dogs are welcome and must always be under control as they are likely to encounter sheep, cows, horses, chickens, rabbits, working dogs and young children on a daily basis in the lakes.