Squirrel Cottage

About this property

Keswick 10.9 miles. Perched on the popular Whitbarrow Village in Penrith near Keswick, Cumbria, is this wonderful holiday home, Squirrel Cottage. Enjoying a superb location just on the edges of the Lake District National Park only ten miles from Keswick and Ullswater, with access to a wealth of on-site facilities, including the Eden Bar/Restaurant, crazy golf and putting green, a games room with pool table and tennis table, a gym, steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, children’s splash pool, outdoor children’s play area, giant chess board, indoor heated swimming pool, a duck pond and woodland walks, along with the activities of quad biking and horse riding at nearby Rookin House, Troutbeck, Squirrel Cottage is a fantastic choice for couples, friends and families. The property is also based 8 miles from Penrith, making it the ideal base for exploration. On the ground floor, you will find three well-presented bedrooms, two doubles, one with en-suite shower room, and a bunk, the latter of which are served by a beautiful bathroom, where you can freshen up with a soak in the bath or under the overhead shower. Head upstairs to find a light and airy open-plan living space, featuring exposed beams, where you will find a fully-equipped kitchen for rustling up your best dishes, ready to savour at the dining table for six as you toast to a memorable getaway, or alfresco out on the balcony with a view! After dinner, retire to the sumptuous seating in the sitting area, outside, or visit the facilities on site in the bar, pool, or leisurely walks around the holiday village. If you can tear yourself away, head to the nearby pub and restaurant and treat your loved ones to a meal at The Sportsman Inn, a short drive to Greystoke, Boot and Shoe or stock up on fresh produce at the Basecamp North Lakes Farmshop and Kitchen. Continue onto Penrith, where you can delve into history at the Penrith and Eden Museum, visit the magnificent Penrith Castle, test your swing at the excellent Penrith Golf Hub, enjoy wildlife rich walks through the Thacka Beck Nature Reserve, or hike up Beacon Hill to soak up the breath-taking, panoramic views on offer. Venture into the Lake District National Park, where you can enjoy a wealth of scenic walking and cycling trails, as well as visit Ambleside, home to a fascinating Roman Fort and the stunning Stock Ghyll Force, or further to Windermere, where you can take to the waters of the famous lake, visit The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction and sample fresh seafood at Hooked. All this and more awaits at Squirrel Cottage.

The tourist hub of the northern Lake District is the well-known town of Keswick, which has a lot to offer travellers at any time of year. The town offers a wide variety of stores and eateries to suit every taste, as well as miniature golf, wonderful parks, the renowned Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing, and fantastic mountain biking opportunities. Derwentwater, a beautiful lake at the head of the breathtaking Borrowdale Valley, is only a short stroll from the town centre. The stunning Newlands Valley is nearby, situated between Braithwaite and Buttermere, and the charming Bassenthwaite Lake is definitely worth a visit. Everything from a leisurely stroll through the countryside to a strenuous walk up Skiddaw or the renowned Catbells is available. Visit the Jennings Brewery, Mirehouse, a magnificent home and gardens on the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake, or go on a wonderful boat tour of Derwentwater. Any time of year, this is a terrific Lakeland visit because to the abundance of family-friendly attractions, beautiful parks, and the neighbouring Lake District Wildlife Park.

Accommodation

Reverse-level.

Three ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x child's bunk.

Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with balcony

Gas central heating.

Oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher.

TV, WiFi on-site.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking.

Front patio with seating area at the rear.

Sorry, no smoking and no pets allowed on site.

On site facilities include Bar and Restaurant, Indoor Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi, Gym and Sauna, Crazy Golf and Putting Green.

Shop 1.5 miles.