Guests say
Branthwaite Cottage is praised for its immaculate restoration, cleanliness, and cosy atmosphere, with high-quality equipment and a woodburning stove. Set in a tranquil location, it offers great walks and bike rides, though it is remote with no nearby shops or pubs. Some guests noted low ceilings and noise from nearby farm animals, but the property is generally well-regarded for its charm and peaceful setting.
The cottage is consistently described as very clean, well-kept, and immaculate, indicating a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is appreciated for its tranquillity and proximity to walks and the North Lakes, though some guests found the remoteness and noise from nearby farms less appealing.
Guests find the cottage warm and comfortable, with quality furniture and bedding. However, the low ceilings and beams were a concern for some.
The property is well-equipped with kitchen utilities, a woodburning stove, TV, and WiFi. Some guests mentioned a lack of outdoor play areas for children and limited views from the courtyard garden.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness, so this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Enjoy the countryside views from this traditional Lakeland cottage, which boasts a cosy wood burner and enclosed garden, ideal all year round.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 32" Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack.. Enclosed garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Branthwaite Cottage neighbours a working sheep farm, in the quiet hamlet of the same name, rarely disturbed except for the odd car or tractor passing by. This Grade II listed property has the charm and attraction of a typical Lakeland house, with traditional slate roof and sash windows. As you enter through the wood panelled front door, you will find an open plan kitchen with dining area, which boasts lovely views towards open rural farmland, and has everything you need to enjoy a self-catering holiday. The living room provides comfy seating and a cosy wood burner for those cooler evenings, adding warmth and luxury to the room. There is also a utility room and separate storage room, ideal for bike storage, which is adjacent to the back door for ease of access. On the first floor there are two bedrooms and a convenient room with space for cases. The shower room is the place to wake up revived and refreshed, just watch your head as you go through the door! Outside there is a pretty paved area with outdoor furniture for that morning coffee. Planted floral borders add to the attractive cottage garden.
For walkers, leave the car and head straight to the quieter Caldbeck Fells, with many walks in this tranquil countryside, known as John Peel country, these quiet lanes are also ideal for cyclists. Head over to nearby Caldbeck, a traditional fell village with tea rooms, country pub serving fine ales and home cooked food, and many craft and workshops to browse. This part of the Lake District National Park is home to popular visitor attractions including the market town of Keswick, a bustling haven to the visitor, Bassenthwaite, a 4-mile long lake with the mighty Skiddaw Massif as its backdrop, or to the north Carlisle, with pedestrianised shopping, Tullie House for rainy days and the castle for a trip back in time. Branthwaite Cottage really is a peaceful oasis that you will love. Shop 10 miles, pub and restaurant 3½ miles.
The property is located on a working farm.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Reviews (14)
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Peter Bell
Perfect cottage for a getaway from it all holiday in a lovely location.Branthwaite Cottage has everything you could need with all top quality equipment.It is an old cottage with very low doorways upstairs (watch your head) but it’s been immaculately restored and is very warm and comfortable.Some great walks & bike rides in the area with quiet tracks & roads with hardly any traffic.There’s no shops or pubs in the area which suited us down to the ground.Close enough to the Lake District without being over run.
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Craig Sutherland
We would emphatically NOT recommend this cottage.There was constant noise from farmers dogs, farmers farm bikes early in the morning and music at night. The dogs are kept at night in an outbuilding directly opposite the cottage. One day, I was chased by one of the dogs, which snapped at my heels, and bore its teeth at me, whilst making my way out to the car parked in the lane.The noise from music culminated with our having an argument with a neighbour concerning same.The cottage has low ceilings on the upper level and we were constantly banging our heads off the low beams in the toilet and low door frames leading to the bedrooms.The photograph of the cottage is misleading. The view from the living room and dining room is directly onto a wall.
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Adrian Williams
A Great location, very tidy and well kept property. All utilities in kitchen and throughout the house for self catering. Lovely woodburning stove with wood and kindling provided. TV and Wifi were great. Need to keep your eyes peeled on first arriving as cottage entrance is quickly missed.