Lake View Cottage

4.8 Based on 27 reviews
  • Thornthwaite
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 2

Overview

Lake View is situated in the attractive village of Thornthwaite as part of the former Swan Coaching Inn dating back to the mid seventeenth century. The cottage itself has glorious views over Lake Bassenthwaite and the Derwent Valley overlooked by the mighty Skiddaw one of the loftiest peaks in the National Park. The Whinlatter forest park popular for walking, outdoor activities and cycling, is also right next door and there are many walks to be enjoyed in the surrounding area together with a chance to see Ospreys which nest nearby. The village of Braithwaite is a mile down the road with 3 excellent pubs, and nearby Keswick offers evening theatre, cinema and town shopping including the well renowned Booths Supermarket. There are also well known restaurants nearby which include The Pheasant Inn and Middle Ruddings pub.

Features

Parking
Parking
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Great views
Great views
Balcony/Terrace
Balcony/Terrace
Bus stop within 0.5 miles
Bus stop within 0.5 miles
Central Heating
Central Heating
Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Freezer
Freezer
Fridge
Fridge
Garden
Garden
Gas & Electric Included
Gas & Electric Included
Hair Dryer
Hair Dryer
Iron & Ironing board
Iron & Ironing board
Linen Provided
Linen Provided
Non-Smoking
Non-Smoking
Osprey viewpoint
Osprey viewpoint
Oven
Oven
Peaceful
Peaceful
Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Towels
Towels
Views
Views
The property benefits from extensive shared landscaped gardens and a purpose built covered communal Barbeque area

Description

The lounge has been renovated to an exceptional standard, and includes a quality suite with two seater sofa and two chairs, an electric feature fire place, TV, DVD, and CD player, and a dining table with four chairs.

The stunning new kitchen is sure to make cooking a pleasure and comes fully fitted with a fridge-freezer, dishwasher, electric oven and hob, a microwave, a washing machine, tumble dryer and a selection of cookbooks. There is plenty of worktop and cupboard space.

Directly off the kitchen is a large outside patio deck with seating, overlooking the fabulous gardens and the breathtaking views beyond.

The master bedroom with fitted cupboards, has a king sized bed and en-suite shower room with a WC, basin and heated towel rail and the second bedroom also has a double bed together with fitted cupboards. The bedrooms are dressed with luxury linen and towels.

The main bathroom has a large bath with shower, a WC, basin and heated towel rail.

The property benefits from extensive shared landscaped gardens including a pond. There are designated storage racks for bicycles at the back of the property together with a purpose built covered communal Barbeque area. Ample parking off road at the front of the main building is also available.

The shores of Lake Bassenthwaite can also be accessed via a signposted short walk from the rear of the property. Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout.

Location

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Reviews

2nd stay here
This is our second stay and it did not disappoint. Clean,tidy, warm and has everything you need. Kitchen has everything you need. Nice tray with some essentials to start you off. The views are stunning, lovely to sit out on the balcony in the sun. Would definately book again.

Thank you so much for your 5-star review of Lake View Cottage! We love that this is your second time staying here and it didn't disappoint! We're delighted you found it clean, tidy and warm with everything you needed for your self catering holiday. We are so happy to know you found the kitchen well equipped and that you enjoyed the complimentary essentials. We hope you had some stunning days with breath-taking views. We would love to welcome you back for another visit! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , October 2024

A gem of a cottage in a lovely location
The cottage is in a very quiet beautiful setting with well manicured lawns very scenic views and ample parking spaces. The cottage is very spacious with a large lounge and kitchen which has an adjoining outdoor dining area. Every utensil required is available Two double bedrooms with very comfortable beds. Two lovely bathrooms with superb showers and quality bath towels. I don’t normally give such high praise but our stay was faultless. My partner and I will definitely be returning here in the future.

Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We are so happy you found Lake View Cottage very spacious, very comfortable and equipped with everything you need in the kitchen. We love that you'll be returning, we look forward to welcoming you back! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , August 2024

Lovely cottage spectacular location
We had a wonderful break at this lovely cottage. It had everything you need and the setting was lovely with spectacular views all around. Good base for visiting all parts of the northern lakes. This part of the world is idyllic.

Thank you so much for your 5-star review of Lake View Cottage! We are so happy you had a wonderful break and that it had everything you needed. Based in the former 17th century Swan Hotel in Thornthwaite it provides a peaceful and tranquil escape. We hope you enjoyed exploring Keswick and other areas. We hope to welcome you back! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , August 2024

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It was just like home from home, everything you could ever need is right there. Great place to stay and make memories that last a lifetime, would definitely return. Highly recommended.
Lake View is located in Thornthwaite Powter Howe. It is a lovely location if you enjoy a short wander or a long hike, both are easily achieved. From the property itself there is a short walk alongside sheep filled fields through a small wood which leads down to the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake - less than a five minutes amble.. Conveniently the X5 bus stop is just outside, £2.00 to anywhere along the route. Travel to Keswick, Penrith or Carlisle in one direction or Cockermouth or Workington in the other. We found this a lovely way to travel, see the views along the way and not worry about the car, parking, etc. About 3 miles takes you into Keswick with all its amenities. Shopping is easy and varied, with plenty of places to grab a bite to eat - breakfast, lunch or dinner. Trips can be taken around Derwent Water by open top bus, lake launch or even victorian style rowing boats. Lake View is exactly that. Looking east are stunning views across the southern end of Bassenthwaite Lake, Dodd Wood, Dodd Summit, Skiddaw and a myriad of other fells beyond. To the west is the impressive Broom Fell featuring the locally famous "Bishop" rock, Whythop Wood and the edge of Whinlatter Forest park. All nestled in a lovely rural setting, very quiet where you can listen to the local wildlife and the sound of babbling brooks. The property enjoys access to a well maintained large garden, ideal for a lazy stroll, beware of the pond if young ones are with you. This is a lovely apartment, enjoys large rooms all of which have wonderful views, there is a large terrace to enjoy and eat outdoors in the sunshine {where possible}, beware:- there are a few steps if you are not mobile - a handful to the front door, several more up to the lounge/diner and a couple of others inside the apartment.
Very beautiful location. Property was big and spacious and very clean. Great place to explore the lake district
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