lake district holiday cottage cumbria

Sleeps 6

£325 - £710

English Tourism Council 4 Star

The Old School House is an attractive 3 bedroom detached Lake District holiday cottage in the popular Lakeland village of Threlkeld nr Keswick.  The cottage is ideally located for those looking for a quieter base in which to explore the northern fells with many walks and cycling tracks right on the doorstep.  With Derwent Water, Thirlmere and Bassenthwaite lakes close by, this is a great holiday base, whatever the time of year.

Originally the village school house, the original cottage dates back to the 1780’s, and now offers a high standard of accommodation with superb views across the fells and mountains from all windows.  The cottage has full central heating and double glazing, and therefore provides cosy accommodation year-round.  In detail, the accommodation comprises:-

Cosy lounge with colour TV and CD/hi-fi; Separate dining room; Fully equipped kitchen with fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher; Drying room for the occasional wet day with washer/dryer; Downstairs toilet;

Three bedrooms - 2 doubles and 1 twin.  The twin room has a washbasin.   Family bathroom with toilet, sink and shower over the bath.

Outside, there is a front garden and rear patio with garden furniture and superb views across open fields towards the fells and mountains.  There is ample off the road parking and a garage.  

Threlkeld is a small village, 5 minutes drive from Keswick, situated at the foot of the magnificent mountain Blencathra, which is very popular with fell walkers.  The cottage is ideally located for those looking for a quieter base in which to explore the northern fells with many walks and cycling tracks right on the doorstep.

There are lovely riverside walks and an old railway line providing a pleasant way to cycle or walk to Keswick.   Keswick golf club is just across the main road and there is pony- trekking and other outdoor activities close at hand.  The village also has 2 excellent pubs both serving food.  

The popular town of Keswick has many attractions including tropical leisure swimming pool, motor museum, theatre and parks as well as shops, pubs, and restaurants.  With Derwent Water, Thirlmere and Bassenthwaite lakes close by, this is a great holiday base, whatever the time of year.

'We have stayed in many places in the Lakes and never found one so well appointed, conveniently situated and with such fantastic views. An ideal venue for all our varied pursuits -I'm sure we'll be back' Mr & Mrs W., Worcestershire

'I have stayed in a few holiday cottages but yours has come out top. The surrounding area and views are stunning. Just Perfect. Words cannot describe how delighted we were.' Ms. S. Reading.