IF the stress of this unusual Christmas has taken its toll, the chances are your thoughts are already turning to booking yourself a break away.

With overseas trips still looking unviable for most people for the foreseeable future, then how about taking a holiday somewhere a little closer to home?

This bright and breezy country cottage in Chelford –  renovated and furnished by a set designer and former magazine editor from New York – is available to hire on Air BnB and might just provide you with the restorative break you need after this year’s events!

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Set on a private lake that enjoys some spectacular sunsets, this stunning three-bed property offers a peaceful, cosy retreat with amazing views and beautiful mature gardens – all for £350 per night.

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The ground floor has an airy open plan, with glass doors opening onto the lawn and lake views, plus a fully stocked state-of-the-art kitchen, and sunny cosy conservatory.

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The house is full of mod cons – its living room and conservatory both feature new Smart TVs and fireplaces, the kitchen includes a digital induction hob, two ovens and a microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer, and cappuccino machine, and there is good Wi-Fi plus Sonos sound system throughout the house.

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The master bedroom is an oasis of calm, with a comfortable super king bed, ultra-soft rug, blackout curtains, and glass doors opening onto a lovely balcony. It also includes an en-suite bathroom with bath.

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The guest room, which features a beautiful lakefront view, has a king-size bed, a small workspace with desk, plus a divan large enough for a little guest.

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The third bedroom has been designed with older children in mind, with its size and climb-up built-in double bed but will comfortably cater for grown-ups too. There’s also a shared guest bathroom in between the two guest rooms, with a shower.

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In the spacious garden there’s an outdoor seating area, a shady wisteria-covered pergola, moveable fire pit, and fountain, as well as a croquet set and boules for afternoons on the lawn. Depending on the season you can help yourself to homegrown apples or a little something from the vegetable patch.

And if you fancy a break from relaxing while staying, you can always spend some time in the garden shed gym which contains a rowing machine, weights, and a bench.

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The property also includes a secure gate code, alarm system, outdoor lighting, an enclosed garden for safety, and there is ample driveway parking.

Find out how to contact the host by visiting Air BnB.