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Threlkeld, near Keswick, Cumbria
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
3 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Family friendly
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • One of three comfortable holiday homes in a converted, stone-built barn
  • Situated at the foot of Blencathra with wonderful views across the valley
  • Perfect for couples, a group of friends, families and two four-pawed pals
Property code: OC-SZ433

This charming holiday property is part of a large stone built barn sympathetically converted into three holiday cottages providing comfortable self-catering accommodation. It is situated in an imposing position at the foot of Blencathra with stunning views across the valley to Threlkeld Common and Clough Head. The start of a walk up Blencathra can commence from the front door of the property.

There is a pub close by offering homemade bar meals, ales and is welcoming to pets and children. There are two more great country pubs in Threlkeld only a mile away, both serving good food and fine ales.

The market town of Keswick is just 5 miles away, reachable by car along the A66 or by a lovely walk, part of which follows the old railway line with wooded areas and passes by the Victorian iron railway bridges. The imposing mountain of Skiddaw is also only a short distance away.

The large private patio area to the front of the cottage has wonderful views across the fells and is south facing. A further BBQ and picnic area is shared with the two adjoining holiday cottages. The cottage is situated in an easy accesible position by the A66 but set high up above it.

The main doorway leads into a large open plan dining room and lounge with comfortable seating and TV. There is a dining table and chairs to seat up to six people. The kitchen leading off from here is well equipped with electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washer/dryer.

The ground floor shower room has shower cubicle, wash basin and WC

A stairway leads down to the a double and a twin bedroom, and bathroom with bath and shower over, WC and wash basin.

The hallway from this level leads onto the large patio area with table and chairs.

A stairway from the ground floor leads onto the first floor with large double bedroom.

There is an extra sitting out area in the communal BBQ and large picnic area shared with the adjoining two cottages.

Parking is to the side of the properties in a large off-road parking area.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 double and 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with a shower over the bath and a WC, and 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washer/dryer
  • TV
  • Regret no Wi-Fi
  • Towels not provided
  • Patio area with outdoor seating, shared BBQ and picnic area
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Short breaks available from Friday and Monday on selected dates - please call to book
  • Complex of properties - can be booked along with adjoining cottages to accommodate groups of up to 16 people. A 10% discount is available when all three cottages are booked together
  • Pub 20 metres, shops and restaurants 5 miles
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Kylie Harmon-Twidle

This property is personally managed by Kylie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 11 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Paul 1st June 2026

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We only had a 3 night stay and the accommodation was suitable for our family of 6. The pre-arrival instructions were clear and efficient. There was a slight air of sadness about the place; the carpets are not very clean looking, the window catches are loose, some of the kitchen furniture veneer is peeling, the only games are jigsaws. All this doesnRead more't matter if the weather allows one to be out all day but for bad weather or a longer stay, you'd have to take your own entertainment. The beds are comfortable enough, bath mats would have been useful, The hot weather meant we had to choose between ventilation and traffic noise because of the proximity of the A66. The pub over the road was friendly, welcoming and the food good pub grub. All in all an enjoyable short break. Hide

Reviewed by Jane 21st November 2025

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Reviewed by T 2nd August 2025

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These cottages are in an excellent position for our purposes and I have stayed in each of the three over many years. They were of a high standard but now it would be too charitable to class this cottage as tired. It is in need of substantial maintenance. The 'ample private parking' had no space when we arrived and the situation remained the same evRead moreery evening as it is used by pub customers. Internet would be helpful rather than trying to rely on mobile phone hotspot.Reply from holidaycottages.co.uk: Thank you for your feedback, we really appreciate it. Please be assured, all details have been passed to the homeowner to be looked into. The owner has since put up new signage in the parking area, which sends a clear message to unauthorised vehicles. Hide

Reviewed by Oliver 19th July 2025

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Reviewed by Angela 15th April 2025

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Very convenient to Keswick and Lakes. Good instructions and directions. Lovely family space. Thanks

Reviewed by Ian 28th December 2024

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Good location is good for walking/fell running but the property is in a very poor state of repair. We stayed here 12 years ago & it seems very little (if anything) has been done to the property since. The fridge is held together with tape, half of the light bulbs in the property are missing, the hot tap does not work in one bathroom, & furniture inRead more the bedroom is falling apart. The advertised DVD player was not there & parking far from ample as you have to compete with walkers and pub goers.Reply from holidaycottages.co.uk: Thank you for your feedback, we are sorry for any issues experienced. All feedback is taken seriously and have passed all the details to the owner to investigate. Hide

Reviewed by Philip 26th October 2024

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This cottage is in a great location, we walked up Blencathra from the front door. Thee is loads of space and very good food in the pub behind. Despite being so close to the main road traffic noise is minimal. The place would benefit from some TLC to bring the standard up but as a walking base it was perfectly adequate and had advantages to balance Read moreout cosmetic issues. Hide

Reviewed by Martyn 5th October 2024

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Ideal location for walking the north lakes. In need of some TLC, but all the amenities required.

Reviewed by Paul 21st September 2024

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Great location for the mountains and pub although next to a main road.

Reviewed by Linda 14th September 2024

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Reviewed by Jamie 5th July 2024

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Location

Map
Note: As the postcode is used to identify the general area of the property, it may not always reflect its precise location, therefore please only use this map as a guide.

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Clough View

Clough View

Sleeps: 4 | Bedrooms: 2

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To arrange group bookings across one or more of these properties, call our team to check availability and book.

Sallys Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.