About this property
Keswick 6.5 miles. Perched in the village of Rosthwaite near Keswick is this semi-detached, family-friendly cottage in the Lake District, Nook Cottage. Retaining much of its original character on the owner's working farm, this charming abode is pet-friendly and ideally located for a family of six to explore a wonderful National Park. Roadside parking is just outside the cottage before you enter the gate into your private front garden; a lawn area with a picnic bench is sure to be your favourite spot for morning coffees in the sun! A homely living/dining room welcomes you in with two leather sofas, an armchair, and Smart TV to relax after the day's adventures. Light the open fire for added ambience, a feature your dog will love too, as you set the table for six, ready for dinner, which can be prepare in the fully equipped kitchen just next door. With an electric oven, halogen hob and microwave, this contemporary space is sure to please the chef of the family! After challenging hikes or gentle strolls around the shores of Derwentwater, load up the washing machine with your walking gear and climb the stairs to find the family bathroom to freshen up. With a split-level landing, climb a few more steps up to the bedrooms, each with gorgeous mountain views, bedside lamps, and plenty of storage space; choose between the master double, a twin, and single with truckle bed. Sitting next door to a traditional, stone-built farm and surrounded by countryside views, Rosthwaite is a picturesque village to call home during your holiday with plenty of walks right from your doorstep. Stop for breakfast at The Flock-Inn Tearoom serving home-cooked food using local produce, while the Royal Oak has a bar and restaurant on days when you don't feel like cooking; enjoy a peaceful walk to Galleny Force Waterfall or hike up Eagle Crag! Spend the day in the market town of Keswick where Derwent Pencil Museum, Castlerigg Stone Circle, and the romantic Theatre By the Lake are sure to please the whole family, but if you're looking for adventure, there are boat tours and watersports available on Derwentwater. If there are keen hikers and climbers in your group, close by you'll find Pillar, Great Gable and Scafell Pike all offering spectacular views making the scramble worth it. To the east lies Ullswater where picturesque villages rest along the shore, while further north lies Bassenthwaite Lake and Cockermouth, home to Wordsworth House and Garden, Castlegate House Gallery, and Cockermouth Golf Club. If you're looking for a traditional, pet-friendly cottage in the Lake District, Nook Cottage is sure to please!
Keswick, the popular tourist destination in the north of the Lake District, has something to offer visitors at any time of year. The town offers a variety of shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as miniature golf, excellent parks, the famous Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing, and excellent mountain biking opportunities, while the beautiful lake of Derwentwater at the head of the stunning Borrowdale Valley is only a few minutes walk from the town centre.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x single with truckle.
Bathroom with bath, shower over and basin.
First-floor cloakroom with WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with open fire
Oil central heating with open fire.
Electric oven, halogen hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, coffee machine.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available on request.
Ample off road parking.
Secure bike storage.
Enclosed, front lawned garden with furniture.
Rear courtyard.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 6.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Please note: The property has low beams so please be cautious.
Nearby points of interest
- Lodore Falls
- Buttermere Lake
- Wastwater Lake
- Scale Force waterfall
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Church of St Olaf
Reviews (19)
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Malcolm
Very light and airy feel, with views on 3 sides and great walking right on the doorstep (both low-level walks along the riverside as well as easy access onto the surrounding hills). Spotlessly clean on arrival and the owners - Faye and Craig - were really welcoming and helpful. Recommend the tea room and farmshop attached to the farm. Would definitely stay again.
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Jillian
We were really looking forward to a post christmas break & the cottage & stay didnât disappoint. The village & surrounding fells are extremely picturesque, and there are walks in every direction which lead you to some of the best scenery in England. The cottage is right next to a working farm so we loved seeing the animals (especially the piglets & Betsy the highland cow!). We also loved being able to purchase eggs from the owner next door. The cottage itself is perfect. Felt very homely & the owner has thought of everything. We have stayed in multiple holiday cottages over the years and being used to bringing our own loo roll/kitchen roll and hand wash etc, we brought lots for our week stay. However, we really didnât need to, as it was all there for us to use, which was really appreciated. Welcome basket and dog basket were a thoughtful touch too. The bed was super comfortable and we loved the open fire (which we used every night). Everywhere was spotless & maintained to a high standard. We really canât wait to return and will hopefully return in the summer months when we can make best use of the garden! Thanks for a perfect stay :)
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Susan
Perfect for exploring the valleys that are perhaps not as manic as the main lake walks but with well maintained and easy to follow paths none the less. Quite cozy inside with a good central heating system plus an open fire if you need a romantic touch on a cold wet night. The chimney didn't seem to draw too well and some smoke did escape into the room which did make it smell smoky, so keep all the logs etc at the back of the fire to minimize this. Kitchen had all the equipment you would if you want to cook for yourself and the electric, over the bath, shower was beautiful and hot. I banged my head on the low beam in a bedroom and the low door frames a few times so be careful if you are over 6 feet tall. There is a lovely little shop in the hamlet for basic essentials and a pub and a hotel with a non-resident restaurant so you dont need to travel if you dont want to. The most important thing to note is there is no mobile signal in the cottage or surrounding area. Both my wife and myself are with O2 and we had to drive halfway to Keswick before we got a mobile signal ( this could obviously be different with other carriers ) so if you have people who need to be in contact with you or if you need to contact people, emergency services etc bear this in mind. All in all though a lovely get away from it all little break