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Stunning Lakeland cottage Near Keswick - Superb views ** 4 star . Sorry no pets
| People | 6 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Separate WC's | 1 |
| Property type | cottage |
| Minimum Stay | 3 - 7 nights |
Overview
Spacious 3 bedrooms can accommodate from only 2 persons max 6
Barn House is an attractive self catering cottage located right in the centre of the Lake District village of Braithwaite, only two miles from the picturesque market town of Keswick on Derwentwater. If you are a keen walker we have some of the easiest walks to the most challenging walks such as the Coledale Horseshoe , starting right from the doorstep of the cottage . Or be more adventurous and try the famous Skiddaw mountain range and Blencathra range .
There are 3 delightful bedrooms and one family bathroom , with a seperate downstairs toilet and washbasin . We we are proud to say the cottage is immaculately cleaned each week from top to bottom !
In the Master bedroom there are Zip and link beds or convert into a super king bed adding more flexibility to the room arrangements, along with TV/DVD player .! The other 2 rooms have a pretty Cast iron double bed and a twin bedroom overlooking Causey Pike , although this can be restricted in the summer months with the leaves on trees.!
The lounge has this year been refurbished and we have changed the open fire for a Log burning stove ,which generates more heat and is ideal for those cold winter evenings with the additional option of gas central heating. so you will never feel the chill .
Leather Sofa and chair and large 3 seater sofa,
There is a large TV and DVD Player with freeview along with free WIFI so you can stay in touch with the office if required!! .
The main characteristic of the lounge has to be the gorgeous oak beams and old arch barn doors , which are new windows overlooking Coledale Horseshoe .
The spacious kitchen with its local slate tiled floor floor, again has Large Microwave , under counter Fridge and seperate under counter freezer . There is also a spacious dining area, to enjoy family meal times
There is also a washing machine if you like to keep ontop of it when on holiday or the great Lake District .
Outside the cottage has a patio with outside seating and private parking for 1 large or 2 small cars with ample free parking nearby .
Braithwaite has a village shop along with a choice of three pubs providing home cooked meals and Cumbrian ales all within a 2 minutes walk of the cottage .
Barn House as mentioned. is located in the centre of the Lake District village of Braithwaite, at the foot of Whinlatter forest , where you can GoApe, walk numerous forest trails or try some of the challenging forest cycle tracks . Two miles from Keswick on Derwentwater either a nice walk or short drives there are many cafes and restaurants , or take a boat onto Derwentwater and row or kayak around the Lake .
About Mrs Jenny Clark
The Barn has been in the family for generations as a working farm and once it was no longer viable to farm in the village , my husband undertook to renovate the barn and took 3 years to turn it into a modern day house, which has a cosy friendly feel .
Mrs Jenny Clark purchased this cottage in 1994
Why Mrs Jenny Clark chose Keswick & North Lakes
The Barn has a perfect location in the heart of the quiet village of Braithwaite and it was oozing with character, it is a perfect base for guests to explore the tranquil enviroment of the Northen Lake district and yes I am biased it is definately the most beautiful part of the Lakes - a hidden gem !
We wanted to retain as many original features as possible , such as the oak beams , the large Barn doors (now windows) and the stone archway in the pretty lilac double room. There are always improvements that we would like to do , and as soon as one project is over , another idea comes to mind!
What makes this cottage unique
This cottage has a delightful location in the heart of the quiet village of Braithwaite , making it a superb base for walkers , cyclists and Sight seers alike . Whinlatter forest is also only a 15 minute walk, as is the picturesque market town of Keswick and Derwentwater lake .
Looking out of the Lounge and Upstairs bedroom windows you see the majestic Skiddaw mountain range , which looks different every minute of the day with the rays of sunlight on it or snow capping .
Guestbook comments from the owner
"Thank you Jenny for a lovely week in the cottage, you have done a great job with the refurbishments to the kitchen and bedrooms , but as I said get them on the internet to show them off more!" See you in November and we will recommend to all our family and friends - but please leave room for us to return in the diary.
Facilities
Accommodation and facilities for this holiday cottage in Braithwaite in Above Derwent
- cottage (semi-detached)
- Self-catering
- Max. occupancy: 6
- children welcome
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only
- mountain
- rural
- village
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Alarm Clock
- Basic Soaps
- Fireplace ...
- Firewood
- Hair Dryer
- Heating ...
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Local Maps
- Parking
- Parking Off Street
- Toilet Paper
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Free Wifi
- 4 Ring Stove
- Blender
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Grill
- Ice Maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Hob
- Toaster
- Child's Highchair
- Dining Area
- seating for 6 people
- 1 Bathroom,
- 1 Separate WC
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Family Bathroom -
Toilet
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Bath (no shower)
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Shower Enclosure
Bathroom 2 - Toilet , Downstairs washroom and Toilet
- Family bathroom with bath and seperate power shower, Downstairs there is a washroom and toilet ,.
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 6
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Bedroom 2 -
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3 - 2 Single Bed , 1 Cot , Travel cot for hire if required
Bedroom 1 - 1 Extra Lg. Double Bed , Master Bedroom with Zip n Link beds , for more flexibility
- The large double room has the option of an additional z bed or travel cot if required Cot and Hire chair for hire £10 each p week
- Books
- Books - Fiction / Non-fiction
- Books for Kids
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Games
- Games for Kids
- Music Library
- Radio
- Stereo
- Television
- Video Player
- Video Library
- Golf ...
- Kayak / Canoe ...
- Barbecue
- Patio
- Tennis ...
- Tennis Court
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- Low Allergen Environment
- suitable for elderly or infirm
- wheelchair inaccessible
- Sauna ...
- autumn foliage
- caves
- churches
- cinemas
- laundrette - not serviced
- forests
- library
- live theatre
- museums
- playground
- recreation centre
- restaurants
- ruins
- waterfalls
- zoo
- bird watching
- eco tourism
- horse riding
- outlet shopping
- paddle boating
- scenic drives
- sight seeing
- walking
- ATM/bank
- fitness centre
- groceries
- hospital
- laundrette - serviced
- massage therapist
- medical services
- cycling
- equestrian events
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- golf pass optional
- hiking
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- mountaineering
- paragliding
- sailing
- caving
- swimming
- tennis
Reviews
Excellent!
4.6/5 -
(19 traveller reviews)
Lovely holiday home - ideal location for Keswick & walks from the doorstep.
Beautiful cottage for family stay. Well equipped kitchen for all your needs. Great space for 3 different age groups to do their own thing. Children loved all the board games and adults enjoyed the library of books, maps and guided walks. We cycled into Keswick along cycle paths easily with the children, also walkable but nicer cross country than main road. Lovely village with well supplied local shop - good bacon butties 😋. Thanks for welcoming note & millionaire's shortbread
Very comfortable cottage
The house is extremely comfortable and well equipped and we had a lovely stay in the cottage. Jenny was really helpful reuniting us with the stuff we left behind too! Braithwaite is a great base for Keswick and the Northern Lakes.
The cottage is centrally located in the village handily next to a nice pub. I guess the only issue is a little noise from the pub (only in terms of glass being recycled on one morning) but nothing which would discourage us from returning.
Great location and well appointed Cottage. Perfect for walking or sightseeing
Braithwaite is a brilliant start point for exploring the northern lakes and fells - within easy reach of Keswick, Buttermere, Honister and more. Walks on Cat Bells and Blencathra my favourite from this area. Worked well for mixed walking and sightseeing plus boating in Derwent water. Lovely location with a pub right next door with good food.
Pleasant week in Braithwaite
We enjoyed a pleasant week at 'barn House Cottage'. The house was comfortable and well equipped. There was little or no noise from the surrounding premises, making for peaceful evenings.
A very comfortable property situated in the lovely village of Braithwaite.
Barn House is an extremely comfortable cottage for up to 6 people and is immaculately presented. You have all you could wish for to make your stay enjoyable - comfortable beds, lots of seating space, large kitchen/dining room.
The cottage is in an ideal location - the nearest pub (the Royal Oak) is only a couple of minutes away but no noise was noticable. Keswick isn't far and is walkable at about 2 miles away with no hilly bits but there are also bus services available. The village also has a village shop with all the essentials including lovely bread. Walks up onto the fells can be done directly from the village.
The Royal Oak and the other pub I visited, the Coledale Inn both do good food at a reasonable price - they were both very popular during my stay.
If I am back in this area, I would try and rent this cottage again.
Amazing Cottage
Barn House really is a lovely cottage, very warm with a homely feel and everything you could possibly need for a perfect stay. We had a lovely home made Banana Cake waiting for us upon arrival and after a long drive with a 2yo, was very much welcomed. This was our first family holiday with our Son so we wanted to be able to have the space so he could enjoy himself without any restrictions and the cottage certainly offers that. Every little detail seems to have been covered by Jenny, from books and games to relax in the evening to even a children's cutlery set with plastic beakers along with a high chair in the cupboard. Whether you are travelling as a family with children or as a group of adults walking and hiking the local area, Barn House will cover pretty much everything you need and not only would I recommend it, but look forward to returning in the future.
Location
The village of Braithwaite has the best of both worlds - a quiet, safe, interesting village, where there are a choice of 4 village pubs to eat and drink -or if you want more choice Keswick is only 2 miles.
The area is a haven for walkers and Braithwaite is overlooked by the stunning Coledale Horseshoe - a magnificent walk with amazing views
Another historical Cumbrian town is Cockermouth, only twelve miles West of Braithwaite. Birthplace of the poet Wordsworth, Cockermouth is also home to the famous Jennings Brewery (where tours are available!)
Driving over Whinlatter Pass takes you to Lorton Valley, a stunning area which leads you to Crummock water, Loweswater and Buttermere . From Buttermere you can head either over Newlands Pass into Newlands valley or Honister Pass into Borrowdale valley, both which have tremendous views.
Other nearby recreational interests include the Keswick Golf Club (6 miles) and sailing on Derwentwater or Bassenthwaite (1 mile)
Keswick Pencil Museum , Go-Ape and Whinlatter forest are all with 2.5 miles
Golf: 2 Golf Courses close by at Keswick Golf Club or Cockermouth Golf Club
Photos
Prices & Availability
Prices for this holiday cottage in Braithwaite, Cumbria & Lake District National Park
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- GBP
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15/07/17 to 8/09/17
15 Jul 2017 -
8 Sep 2017
Changeover Day: Saturday 7 night minimum stay
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£720
for 7 nights
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£720
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9 sept 17 - 6 oct 17
9 Sep 2017 -
6 Oct 2017
3 night minimum stay
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£450
for 3 nights
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£150
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£500
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7oct-26 Oct 2017
7 Oct 2017 -
26 Oct 2017
7 night minimum stay
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£600
for 7 nights
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£600
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27 Oct - 21 Dec 2017
27 Oct 2017 -
21 Dec 2017
3 night minimum stay
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£300
for 3 nights
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£100
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£500
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Christmas and New year Rates
22 Dec 2017 -
6 Jan 2018
7 night minimum stay
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£770
for 7 nights
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£770
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7 Jan 2018 09 Feb 2018
7 Jan 2018 -
9 Feb 2018
3 night minimum stay
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£390
for 3 nights
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£130
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£500
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Spring Term
10 Feb 2018 -
24 Feb 2018
7 night minimum stay
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£650
for 7 nights
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£650
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24 Feb - 29 March 2018
25 Feb 2018 -
30 Mar 2018
3 night minimum stay
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£405
for 3 nights
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£135
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£600
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Easter Break
31 Mar 2018 -
20 Apr 2018
7 night minimum stay
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£700
for 7 nights
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£700
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21-April - 25 May 2018
21 Apr 2018 -
25 May 2018
3 night minimum stay
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£420
for 3 nights
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From
£140
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£600
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May Holidays
26 May 2018 -
1 Jun 2018
7 night minimum stay
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£700
for 7 nights
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£700
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My Standard Rate
3 night minimum stay
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£420
for 3 nights
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From
£140
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£700
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Additional pricing information
| Fees | No additional mandatory fees |
Owner's Cancellation Policy
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