The Old Post Office Gillerthwaite

The Old Post Office in Gillerthwaite comes ready for a self-catering stay: electricity, heating, bed linen and towels are all included, along with fibre broadband and a welcome pack. The kitchen has an electric oven, induction hob, dishwasher and fridge; a utility room houses a microwave, freezer and washing machine. There's no need to hunt for creature comforts here—the essentials are sorted.

The layout spreads across two floors. Downstairs, an open-plan kitchen, dining and living space opens via bi-folding doors to a patio and enclosed garden; a second sitting room with a 50-inch smart TV (with Sky Sports and Sky Movies) offers a quieter retreat; and a twin bedroom sits alongside a separate toilet and utility room. Upstairs, a kingsize bedroom and a double bedroom share a bathroom with both a bath and separate shower cubicle. All rooms have underfloor heating in places. The building stands 3 steps above ground level, and the garden slopes; parking for three cars is on site.

Gillerthwaite is in the Lake District near Ennerdale and Kinniside Church of England Primary School. The property does not permit smoking. It sleeps six.