Cottage in Cumbria

ID: S421905

  • Bedrooms 3
  • ・ Sleeps 7
  • ・ Pets 1

About this property

Just a mile from the bustling market town of Keswick, this charming and characterful end of terrace cottage provides warm and cosy family holiday accommodation within easy reach of two stunning lakes.

The cottage lies on the edge of the pretty hamlet of Millbeck, in the shadow of the magnificent Skiddaw mountain (4 miles). Keswick (2.5 miles) is the Adventure Capital of the Lake District and has a fabulous range of pubs, shops, restaurants, a cinema and a theatre by the lake, as well as attractions including the Derwent Pencil Museum, Puzzling Place, the Kong Adventure Centre and the Castlerigg Stone Circle. Local activities include kayaking, rock climbing, ghyll scrambling, canoeing, fishing, mountain biking and fell walking. As well as the magnificent Bassenthwaite Lake (4 miles) and the majestic Derwentwater (2.5 miles), you can explore Whinlatter Forest Park (6 miles), Mirehouse and Gardens (2.5 miles) and the Lake District Wildlife Park (6.5 miles). Stepping into this refreshing and airy cottage, the welcoming kitchen/diner provides a fantastic space for you to gather, chat and share a favourite family meal. The country style kitchen features stone floor tiles, an alcove dining area and a range of equipment including a fridge/freezer, double oven with hob, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. The cosy lounge is a wonderful space for everyone to relax in, with two beautiful sash windows overlooking the garden, plenty of comfortable seating, TV, DVD player and a wood burner. A staircase leads from the kitchen to the first floor where you will find a delightful room which can serve as a parlour or children s playroom and has a TV, a selection of games and a day bed. The first of the cottage s three restful bedrooms is on this floor: a charming and relaxing king size room. This floor also has a large bathroom complete with shower over the bath and a WC. The final bedrooms are on the second floor: there s an attractive triple room with a single bed and a set of bunk beds, with a window overlooking the beck as it tumbles past; and a light, elegant master bedroom with king size sleigh bed, dressing table, built in wardrobes and a stylish en suite shower room complete with shower and WC. Going outside, the pretty garden features a choice of outdoor furniture and makes an idyllic spot for you to sit back with a glass of wine and enjoy the glorious views and the sound of the stream trickling down the hill. Need to know: 3 bedrooms 2 king size, 1 triple with a single bed and bunk beds. 2 bathrooms 1 bathroom with shower over the bath, 1 en suite shower room with shower and WC. Fridge/freezer, double oven with halogen hobs, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine. Wood burner (initial supply of logs provided). TV with access to Neflix, Amazon Prime etc, DVD player. Towels provided. Enclosed garden with outdoor furniture. Designated parking for one car plus further parking for two cars by blocking in. 2 dogs by prior arrangement. Please note the daybed in the playroom is for seating purposes only and not to be used as a bed. Pub 1.5 miles, Keswick 2.5 miles, Bassenthwaite Lake 4 miles. Please note, due to water pressure, the shower temperature may fluctuate if other water sources are in use in the property.

Accommodation

Enclosed garden / patio, Open fire / wood burner, Internet access, Pub within 1 mile, Family friendly, Parking on site / nearby, Decorated for Christmas, Cottage, Yes, Yes

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