Melbreak

ID: S1327807

  • Bedrooms 2
  • ・ Sleeps 4
  • ・ Pets No

Guests say

Guests consistently praise Melbreak for its cleanliness, comfort, and stunning views. The cottage's location is ideal for exploring the Lake District, with easy access to local attractions and peaceful surroundings. The 'upside down' layout is appreciated for its views and the property is well-equipped for a relaxing stay. The thoughtful touches by the owners enhance the experience, making it a highly recommended getaway.

Reviewers frequently mention the exceptional cleanliness of the cottage, describing it as 'clean', 'exceptionally clean', and 'well-maintained', indicating a high standard of cleanliness.

The location is highly praised for its proximity to mountains, local amenities, and popular villages, as well as being a quiet part of the Lake District, making it an ideal base for outdoor activities.

Comfort is a recurring theme, with guests finding the cottage 'comfortable', 'warm', and 'cosy', suggesting a very comfortable stay regardless of the weather.

The cottage is consistently described as well-equipped with a range of books, maps, games, and DVDs, as well as having good Wi-Fi and parking space. The 'upside down' layout is also noted for its benefits.

While guests appreciate the owners' contact during their stay, there are no specific mentions of gifts, so it is not possible to score thoughtfulness based on the provided reviews.

About this property

Perfect for enjoying a relaxing, rural break, this terraced cottage is well placed for exploring Cockermouth, Keswick and Whinlatter Forest.. 1 step to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

First Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: 40" Freeview TV, Apple TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Bluetooth Speaker, Electric Woodburner

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine.

Economy 7 central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. External utility room with freezer and washer/dryer.. Small garden area with sitting-out area and picnic bench (shared with other properties in row). Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 6 steps in the garden.. Nestled in a row of cottages, this comfortable, well-presented terraced holiday home is perfect for those who want a rural retreat surrounded by stunning Lake District scenery. This cosy, upside-down house has the living room on the first floor to maximise enjoyment of the great views of the fells. It provides a great base from which to explore the popular local countryside of the Lake District National Park, and offers easy access to the towns of Cockermouth, the birthplace of William Wordsworth, and Keswick, with its abundance of pubs, restaurants and shopping experiences.

The bedrooms and bathroom are on the ground floor, which leaves the entire first floor for the open-plan living room, kitchen and dining room, which is a great space to spend time with your family and friends. This really is the heart of the cottage, and so it should be because you get great views up and down the valley from the front and the rear. The kitchen is well-equipped, with a coffee machine and a dishwasher. There is an external utility room which has a sink and a washer/dryer. Comfortably sleeping four people in a double bedroom and a twin bedroom, this property is ideal for families and couples. The property has a private parking area with space for two cars, as well as a garden area and picnic bench (shared with the cottages next door), which makes a great place to grab some afternoon sun in peaceful surroundings.

Situated in The Vale of Lorton, which runs from Cockermouth down to Crummock Water and Buttermere, the quaint village of High Lorton has a little shop and an excellent village pub and restaurant. This lovely property is situated within the village, which makes Melbreak a great choice for those who prefer a more rural location. High Lorton is very popular with walkers and cyclists, thanks to its easy access to some amazing walks and cycle routes, including the Whinlatter Visitor Centre, 3¾ miles. With free access to England’s only true mountain forest, rising 1000ft above sea level, it provides a range of activities for all ages, from forest mountain trails to the high rope adventure course, Go Ape, and an excellent play area and Gruffalo Trail specifically for younger children. You can also hire bikes or visit the café, it really is a great day out for all ages. Beach 12 miles. Shop 350 yards, pub and restaurant ¾ mile.

Free WiFi

The garden is shared with other cottages in the row.

Please note: There is construction works being completed on neighbouring properties. The work will take place between 08:00 and 16:30 and they expect noise to be intermittent during work and have asked for this to be minimal.

Nearby points of interest

  • Scale Force waterfall
  • Buttermere Lake
  • Lodore Falls
  • Wastwater Lake
  • Catbells Lakeland Walk
  • Derwent Pencil Museum
  • Lake District Coast Aquarium
  • Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
  • Church of St Olaf

Reviews (18)

  • Jane Money

    We’ve just had another fabulous week at Melbreak made even better by fabulous weather.Melbreak is perfectly positioned out of the crowds and close to the mountains.As usual it was a delight to stay in the property it’s clean, comfortable, nicely furnished, well equipped and with great views. This week we were treated to snow capped mountains under clear blue skies but it’s lovely to be in Melbreak even on a dull wet day.As usual we visited the friendly local pub and bought supplies at the friendly community shop.We hope to be back again next year.

  • John

    Very well equipped, comfortable and warm cottage in village location within short drive from Cockermouth, Keswick and the north-west lakes and fells. Large living/dining/kitchen space on upper floor with great views both front and back. Excellent range of Lake District books and maps, also board games and DVDs. Owners Mark and Ali contacted us during our stay to check all was good.

  • Confirmed Guest

    Fab, well-equipped cottage with fantastic views. Highly recommended

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