Darwin Retreat
- 1 Bedrooms
- 1 Bathrooms
Central heating. 2 x Smart TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Front patio with gravelled area, picnic bench, and furniture. Sorry, no smoking. 2 well behaved dogs welcome. Shop 1.9 miles, pub and Bassenthwaite Lake 2 miles. Note: Check-in from 4pm and check-out by 10am. Note: There is a fast-flowing beck alongside the property; children should be supervised at all times whilst outside. Note: The garden is not enclosed
Braithwaite 1.5 miles. Resting in Thornthwaite, Cumbria, a charming village within the Lake District National Park is Ladstock Cottage, a three-bedroom dwelling. Enjoying a rural location, set near an abundance of popular mountain bike trails and walks, and a fast-flowing brook, whilst featuring flexible sleeping arrangements and an open-plan layout, the property welcomes six guests, perfect for friends and families alike. Benefit from the well-equipped kitchen, providing everything you’ll need for a self-catering stay, before gathering around the grand dining table, set within the social hub of the cottage; from here, you can also relax upon the plush sofas, or head outside to the tranquil front garden, ideal for alfresco meals. Returning inside, discover the snug for some peace and quiet, before heading upstairs to the well-appointed bedrooms, including a king-size with en-suite, a double with en-suite and a further double. A main bathroom and a sleek ground-floor shower room complete the abode, offering a convenient stay for all. Once you’re refreshed, head into Braithwaite, where you’ll find Jasper’s Coffee House, Ivy House Restaurant, Coledale Inn, and a village shop. Also enjoy walks across Bassenthwaite Lake Viewing Point, before opting for an energetic hike up either Grisedale Pike, or Grasmoor. Keswick is a short car journey away, encompassed by historical and cultural attractions, including Keswick Museum, Derwent Pencil Museum, Cook House Gallery, and Threlkeld Quarry & Mining Museum, whilst Hope Park, is a stunning landscape, perfect for birdwatching, afternoon picnics and nature trailing. Within the national park you’ll also arrive at Lake District Wildlife Park, home to over 100 different species, whilst Mirehouse & Gardens is recommended for its picturesque vistas across the resident lake. Choose an inviting home-from-home in Ladstock Cottage.