Self catering in the Lake District

Two cottages in the village of Thornthwaite at the foot of Whinlatter Forest Park near Keswick and Derwentwater. Both are fully equipped to a high standard and have private patio areas, off road parking and secure bike storage. Dogs are very welcome. All bedrooms are en-suite and both cottages have log burning stoves. There are magnificent views with miles of walks and mountain bike tracks right from the door.Sightings of the Bassenthwaite ospreys are possible from the cottage grounds during Apr-Aug. Fox Howe cottage (sleeps 4) A delightful single storey cottage all on ground floor level with a double king size and a twin bedroom. Squirrel cottage (sleeps 2) A ‘picture postcard’romantic one bedroomed cottage with an oak king size four poster bed and a large corner bath for two. Features underfloor heating throughout, exposed stone wall, beams and wooden flooring downstairs.

Situated on the edge of Caldbeck village with views across open countryside, yet within easy strolling distance of all village amenities, this 5 star 3 bedroom luxury 18C cottage with charming period features and fittings has recently been renovated to an exceptionally standard. Internally :large living/dining room (with wood burning stove),fully fitted kitchen(washer/drier,dishwasher, fridge/freezer etc.cloakroom, 1 king-sized bedroom with ensuite, 1 single, 1 double(zippable from singles to super-king),large family bathroom,oil fired central heating throughout. Externally:large garden with generous patio, off-street parking for 2/3 cars. All linens, towels provided.

"Harriet’s Hideaway" is a charming holiday cottage, one of six converted from a water driven sawmill dating back to the 1700's in the peaceful hamlet of Thornthwaite.

Very quite, rural location on edge of village which has an Art & Craft gallery and lovely tea room just 2 minute's walk. Lakeland pub near by.

Stunning all round views with stream, small waterfall and dramatic forest and fell walks literally on your door step.

Bawd Hall is a luxury country house in the Lake District available for self-catering letting all the year round. Facilities include: * 5 bedrooms (one on ground floor, one with four-poster bed); * 4 bathrooms (one on ground floor); * Large lounge with open fire; * Garden room; * Large kitchen/dining room with oak units and solid oak dining furniture; * Utility room; * Central heating; * Double glazing; * Cycle storage; * Table tennis. Located mid-way between Keswick and Buttermere, in the unspoilt Newlands valley in the heart of the Northern Lake District, Bawd Hall is beautifully set with views across to Maiden Moor, Hindscarth and Robinson, and great walks right out of the door.

"Emily’s Escape" is a beautiful traditional detached cottage, idyllically located at the end of a quiet no-through road within the delightful village of Braithwaite.

Small village store, restaurant and cosy traditional Lakeland pubs offering real ales and excellent food, all within 2 minute’s walk.

Newly added porch, enclosed garden with magnificent Skiddaw mountain views. Various fell walks on doorstep and lake close by.