Keswick, The Lake District and Cumbria

3 Bedroom Cottage in Cumbria

Sweeping vistas of scenic Bassenthwaite Lake and its undulating surroundings and just 3 miles from the shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes of Keswick.

Dodd View is a dog friendly holiday cottage.

  • 6 guests
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • dog friendly

Retreat to this delightful, semi detached, stone cottage, which is set in the northern Lake District and sleeps six guests and one very happy hound. Find the three bedroom property is well situated for walks around Bassenthwaite Lake, less than 0.25 miles away, as well as for fishing and wildlife watching. Walkers will find a myriad of footpaths close by and those who are especially keen can even attempt 930 metre high Skiddaw. Visit Mirehouse and Gardens, with its beautiful grounds, less than 1 mile away, and on the way home stop at Dodd Wood to spot a pair of nesting ospreys. Spend time perusing the shops in Keswick, 3 miles away, and take a cruise out on Derwentwater while you are there. Step into the cottage and find yourself in a reception hall leading to a snug with a TV, with Freeview, which children will enjoy. Further on into the cottage, however, you can also gather in the beamed lounge to watch something together, play a game and perhaps light the wood burner on colder days. Discover your kitchen/diner is also an attractive space, with beautiful timbers. Find it comes with a double fan oven, ceramic hobs, fridge, microwave, Tassimo coffee machine and dishwasher and leads to a utility room, with space for outside gear and your happy hound to be towelled down after long walks. There is also a washer/dryer, freezer and access to the ground floor WC. Two staircases in this cottage lead up to the first floor accommodation, which includes a super king size room, which can be arranged as a twin if required. There is also a king size room, entered via a step down, and a twin, also a step down, which can become a super king size room if required. Find a family bathroom, with an elegant fireplace, plus a bath, shower, WC and handbasin, at this level too, along with a shower room, with WC and handbasin. Both these rooms benefit from underfloor heating. Enjoy the beauty of the Lake District as you relax out in the garden. Dine on the terrace or enjoy a chilled drink on a warm summer evening as you absorb the scenic vistas. Find a parking area shared with other properties with an electric charging station plus storage for bicycles and other outdoor equipment.

3 bedrooms 1 super king size, 1 twin (all three beds can be made into a super king size or divide into twins on request) and 1 king size. 2 bathrooms 1 bathroom and 1 shower room. Double fan oven, ceramic hobs, fridge, microwave and dishwasher. Tassimo coffee machine (pods not provided). Washer/dryer and freezer. Wood burner. 2 TVs. Wi Fi included, due to the rural location the connect ion can be slow. It is suitable for emails and social media, but may not be adequate for streaming. Also the thickness of the 18th century internal walls mean that internet is only available downstairs.. Garden. Parking for upto 3 cars. Please note that there is no footpath from the cottage nor direct access to the lake. Two shared electric vehicle charging points available for no additional charge. Lockable storage for bikes and outdoor gear. Complex of properties. Can be booked alongside neighbouring cottages. Shops, supermarkets, pubs and restaurants 3 miles away.

Amenities

  • Good Views
  • Enclosed Garden
  • Family Friendly
  • Internet Access/WiFi
  • Dishwasher

Location

Available Weeks

Fri 11 Oct 24 Fri 18 Oct 24
Total £999.00

Short breaks may also be available.
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