Cottage In Keswick, Cumbria

Keswick, Cumbria

The centre of Keswick is just 1 mile away from this pretty cottage and has plenty of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants to visit, as well as the charming Derwent Pencil Museum and the Keswick Museum, which also marks the beginning of the Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Trail. Visit Castlerigg Stone Circle (3.5 miles) on the way out of the town and then hike imposing Blencathra (7 miles), or enjoy more leisurely walks around Bassenthwaite Lake (8 miles). Go for a picnic in Whinlatter Forest (4.5 miles), which is perfect for children as there are lots of playgrounds and interactive walking trails. As you head up to the porchway of this characterful property, you ll find lots of space for hanging coats and storing muddy boots. You ll be amazed by the stunning double height hallway where the owners have placed a dresser full of books, walking magazines and binoculars for you to use during your stay. The living room is bright and airy with plenty of seating space for everyone; curl up in front of the wood burner and watch TV after a long day out walking, or challenge fellow guests to a board game. Off the hallway, there is a large kitchen/diner that has everything you need to cook up a storm, including a Range oven with gas hobs, microwave and dishwasher. Off the kitchen is a utility room with a large freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. The dining area is filled with light and is a sociable place to enjoy your meals; there s also an extra sofa in here with a gas stove effect fire and stunning views of Skiddaw through the double doors that lead out to the garden. Heading upstairs via a corner staircase, you ll reach the open landing. The main king size bedroom is fresh and bright with an indulgent en suite shower room, while the second king size bedroom has a tranquil feel and views out onto the trees around the cottage. Finally, the cosy single room is ideal for children and has plenty of storage space. The opposite side of the landing is home to the huge bathroom with a gorgeous claw foot bath and separate shower. Outside, the walled garden with lots of shrubs and climbing plants is perfect for al fresco meals or drinks. It s not fully enclosed, so small children should always be supervised. There is off road parking in the courtyard for one car; further cars can park on neighbouring roads half a mile away.

• Internet
• Pub Nearby
• Open Fire