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Thornthwaite Birch

Keswick, Lake District
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Ideal for a small group or family s a base for exploring the stunning North Lakes area
  • Close to the bustling market town of Keswick and a short drive to the spectacular Solway Coast
  • Nestled within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty - great for cyclists and walkers alike
Property code: 28383

This charming cottage, situated 4 miles from the town of Keswick, is perfect for your little family – including up to two four-legged members, of course! Sleeping four across two calming and cosy bedrooms, you’ll all soon be exploring the fantastic sights that are just outside your door. You only have to go as far as the door to see stunning views of Skiddaw over the shared garden, while Derwentwater is just 4 miles away and the pups will love wandering around the miles of lake. Then when it’s time to go home, relax with an al fresco evening tipple as the sun goes down.

The property, which is one of three cottages on the plot accompanied by another property, is spacious and comfortable. The kitchen has everything you need to cook up a family meal – just watch out for puppy-dog eyes looking for crumbs – and the dining area makes an ideal spot for enjoying your food before heading out into the countryside. Sink back into the large sofas in front of the gas fire after a long walk and let the hounds snuggle up by your feet to rest.

Pop into the onsite gallery and tearoom for a complimentary drink and peruse the artwork – you’ll get 10% off, too. When you’re ready to get out and explore, take the kids to Keswick and start the 2-mile Keswick Spy Mission Treasure Trail, with the dogs in tow to help sniff out clues. The Derwent Pencil Museum (3.5 miles) provides a unique and informative morning out, while Grasmere (17.5 miles) offers some famous selfie spots and the most superb gingerbread at the Grasmere Gingerbread Shop. Stroll the grounds of Mirehouse (7 miles) and take in the wonderful views of Bassenthwaite Lake, or watch the kids challenge themselves on the adventure playground.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 king and 1 twin room
  • Bathroom - with shower over bath and WC
  • Lounge / diner - TV, DVD and electric fire
  • Kitchen - well-equipped with electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge / freezer
  • Outside - enclosed shared grounds to the front of the property
  • Ample parking
  • Pub and shops 1 mile away
  • There is an on-site gallery and tea room above the property and 10% off purchases from the gallery.
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

 

Holly Popham

This property is personally managed by Holly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 24 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kenneth 21st September 2024

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A great base for exploring the area, stunning scenery on the doorstep. A nice comfy cottage, very quiet at night. Wed highly recommend it.

Reviewed by Emma 14th September 2024

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The cottage is in a great location and a good size but there were some issues with cleanliness and a smell of damp in the second bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. The mattress in the main bedroom is quite worn.

Reviewed by Kay 31st August 2024

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Reviewed by Caroline Sarah 25th August 2024

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Excellent location for many activities near Keswick. We really enjoyed our week at the accommodation and hope to return soon. The property is mainly carpeted and personally I think it would make life easier if this is changed for something more suitable for muddy paws and boots.

Reviewed by Tim 17th August 2024

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Reviewed by Joanne 3rd August 2024

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Reviewed by David 27th July 2024

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Reviewed by Adam 24th June 2024

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Reviewed by Wendi 8th June 2024

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We would highly recommend this property to people with or without a dog. Brilliant garden, spacious and well equipped indoors alongside stunning location and views. Loved the very close and easy access to Whinlatter and the surrounding fells without needing to use the car. Well served by a cheap, regular bus service just at the bottom of the streetRead more too. We would love to stay again! Hide

Reviewed by Nigel 1st June 2024

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The property was clean and well equipped and in a very good location.

Reviewed by Cristina 25th May 2024

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Fantastic cottage, hosts are lovely and tea room above is a bonus

Reviewed by Anne 13th November 2023

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Reviewed by Catherine 9th September 2023

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Reviewed by Scotte 26th August 2023

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Perfect! Great central location to pretty much everywhere! Very close to Keswick for shopping, etc! And incredibly peaceful late night for doggo walks! Cant recommend enough! Superb!

Reviewed by Catherine 12th August 2023

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Very disappointing. Damp smelling with black mould behind the beds in the second bedroom. Shower was poor and ventilation an issue. Beautiful views but the property was not in a good condition when we visited and we moved to a different property. The owner assured us that they would resolve the damp and mould issues for future guests.

Reviewed by Karen 29th July 2023

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Reviewed by Kate 22nd July 2023

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A lovely quiet cottage to holiday with your dog and in a fantastic location, close to all the attractions. The garden is a bonus as it's completed enclosed which means dogs can't escape and the views are stunning. Keswick is a short drive away with plenty of places to eat and drink.

Reviewed by Donna 1st July 2023

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Thornthwaite Birch is in a perfect location for the Northern and Western Lakes. It's a good size for a couple or a small family and the garden is dog proof which gave us some security for letting our pooch out for exercise. The kitchen has everything you might need for making simple meals, however there are alsi loads of good places to eat out withRead morein 5 miles. Hot water is plentiful. There is also a lovely, short, easy walk to the edge of Bassenthwaite Lake. Hide

Reviewed by Julie 24th June 2023

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Ideal dog friendly cottage as enclosed garden and dogs from all three cottages got on so well so doors could be left open for dogs to play ideal.

Reviewed by Hazel 3rd June 2023

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We had a lovely comfortable holiday and the location was really good, very quiet and within easy reach of many walking spots.

Reviewed by Stephen 28th May 2023

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The cottage was very clean and well set out on one floor. The garden was shared between the three cottages and we had lovely neighbours who had dogs and we all got on well together. Lovely views and the location was great . Would recommend and definitely would stop again.

Reviewed by Colin 25th February 2023

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Conveniently located close to Keswick, just off the A66, Birch cottage was well equipped and a comfortable place to spend a week.

Reviewed by Darren 11th February 2023

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Reviewed by Debbie 29th December 2022

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