The Studio at Malt Kiln Cottage

The Studio at Malt Kiln Cottage is a converted building with character: soaring ceilings and exposed wooden beams set the tone for a contemporary space that feels both relaxed and carefully finished. The layout splits across two floors—shower room and corridor on the ground level, then stairs up to a single open-plan room where living, dining and sleeping happen together. A double bed (4ft 6in), sofa bed, kitchen with electric hob and oven, and a smart TV sit within that airy upper space. Bed linen, towels, heating and wi-fi are all included; there's parking for one car on site.

Grizebeck is a hamlet in Westmorland and Furness, positioned between the major lakes and the smaller towns ringing them. Walking and cycling routes begin at the doorstep, or you can drive to Coniston, Windermere, Ulverston, Ambleside and Bowness within easy reach. Those places have independent shops, galleries, restaurants from casual to fine dining, and attractions ranging from water sports to museums. The studio suits a couple looking for a quieter base rather than the bustle of a lakeside village, and one well-behaved dog can stay free of charge. No smoking indoors.