This cottage is a delightfully cosy bolthole for two, nestled in the heart of the much-loved Lake District gem that is Keswick. The cottage has been refurbished with a new kitchen and boasts a gorgeous en-suite double bedroom tucked above a warm and welcoming living and dining area. Set back from a quiet street just a gentle stroll from the town’s bustling centre it really is the ideal romantic nook for a couple to enjoy all that this lovely town has to offer.
Whether you are thirsty for outdoor adventures or keen to enjoy a little of Lake District town life then Keswick is a perfect spot. Stunningly situated on the shores of picturesque Derwentwater the town has a lovely pedestrianised centre with independent shops and eateries aplenty. Guests are just a couple of hundred metres away from all of this. The cottage is also just round the corner from Keswick’s own art deco cinema and a short walk from the stunningly situated Theatre by the Lake where you can enjoy a excellent choice of plays, live music and comedy all year round.
For the outdoor enthusiasts among you the walking and cycling opportunities are endless. From gentle potters along to the lakeshore to scaling Lake District giants such as Skiddaw, it’s all available straight from the door. The cottage has storage for bikes, which can be put to good use on the wealth of off-road tracks or some of the quiet roads and challenging mountain passes in the area. So for couples or singles with local culture or fresh air on their holiday lists then this makes a wonderful cosy starting point.
Set in the heart of Keswick within easy walking distance of all the town centre amenities, this is the ideal retreat for two.
On arrival at the property, a cobbled frontage leads you to the front door. Immedately facing you is the door to the downstairs WC. To your left is the recently refurbished galley kitchen. It's a stylish compact space with everything well thought through to accommodate two guests. There is a fold out worktop, fan oven, ceramic hobs, microwave, under counter washer/dryer, fridge and ample crockery and cutlery for your stay.
Moving through to the lovely living room you'll find a stylish and cosy space with wooden floors, local artwork, a large comfy sofa and a electric stove set into a wonderful nook fireplace. Light floods into the room through the large sash windows which also benefit from a delightful window seat, the room also has a small pull-out dining table and chairs. It's a lovely space to pop on the fire, immerse yourself in a good book or curl up and enjoy a film on the flatscreen Smart TV and DVD player. The owners have also thoughtfully left a selection of books for guests to enjoy.
Heading up the curved staircase from the living room you'll find the lovely en-suite double bedroom. From here you can enjoy the view over Keswick's rooftops to Causey Pike in the distance. The bedroom has a gorgeous bed frame with a wonderfully comfy mattress while the en-suite shower room has a mixer shower in a curved enclosure with a WC and compact sink. The room also benefits from a wall mounted television so no arguments over what to watch here.
Outside the cottage there is a cobbled area where guests can sit out. The lawn is owned by the neighbours and guests at the property have right of way across the lawn to use a washing line if they wish. A lean to stone built outhouse is available to store bikes. This is located at the end of the garden to the left of the property. Inside there is a table and chairs. Please note there is no parking available.