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The Escape

Portinscale, Lake District
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
3 star
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Romantic
Towels included
Travel cot available
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At a glance

  • A bright cottage that is a true escape from the hustle and bustle
  • Simply and stylishly decorated to create a restful space for a digital detox
  • Explore the nearby fells, forests and lakes which can be accessed on foot
Overview
Property code: SZ479

This romantic bolthole is situated by the idyllic shores of Derwentwater, perfect for a relaxing getaway for two. Enjoy both vibrant culture and tranquil settings at your door.

This lovely holiday property is just that! An escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. A peaceful haven in a small corner of the lovely village of Portinscale, you can retreat from modern life here. Leave your car for the week and explore the area at a slow pace on foot. Notice nature unfurling. There are walks aplenty right from the door step. The shores of Derwentwater are a five minute stroll away. Walk along the woodland paths by the lake for a mile or so and you'll come to Catbells with Maiden Moor beyond - a worthy ridge climb that gives you panoramic views towards Keswick and the surrounding fells.

The cottage itself is the perfect escape. With no TV, you can get a digital detox - don't forget to bring a deck of cards for your trip. The cottage offers stylish simplicity in a beautiful area. And if you want to enter the world of modern electronics then The Chalet Tearooms, a minute's walk away.

The market town of Keswick is a 20 minute walk away, or you can hop on the launch at Nichol End and take a boat into town. Here there are shops, restaurants, a climbing wall, cinema and plenty of activities to choose from.

The entrance leads into the lounge with slate flagged floors and leather armchairs. Although the wood burner is not in use, the fireplace itself is an interesting geological work of art - using stone from all the different parts of the Lake District, from Borrowdale Slate to Eskdale Granite to St Bees Sandstone. There is no TV and the dining table in the lounge doubles up as a handy games table for a battle of Scrabble or Canasta. Beyond the lounge is the kitchen which has an electric oven and hob, larder fridge and storage space. The bathroom is beyond the kitchen and has a bath with shower over it.

Wooden open tread stairs lead to the bedroom which has a double bed, side tables and a wardrobe.

Outside there is space to enjoy the morning sun. Parking is on-street.

  • 1 bedroom – double bedroom
  • 1 bathroom – shower over bath and a WC
  • Electric oven and hob, larder fridge and microwave
  • Decorative wood burner
  • No TV or landline, with limited mobile signal
  • Wi-fi included
  • On-road parking opposite
  • Pub less than 1 mile, shop 2 miles
  • Please note dogs are not allowed upstairs at the property
  • Please note the property shares a common porch area to the rear of the property, guests are more than welcome to use this to hang their coats however the equipment inside belongs to the property next door
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week

Holly Popham

This property is personally managed by Holly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Spencer 11th September 2023

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A really nice cottage in a beautiful village. There is a great cafe and pub in the village which we would highly recommend. Some fantastic walks on the doorstop, dont even need to use your car to get to them. Would highly recommend!

Reviewed by Emma 25th August 2023

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Really enjoyed our stay. The property is very central, Keswick is less than a 20 minute walk away. Wine was left, which was a nice touch. Lots of activities to do in the cottage in the evening. Lots of walks central to the cottage which you don't have to drive to. Only downfall is the bathroom is downstairs, so not brilliant if you need the toilet Read morein the night, and there was no extractor fan in the kitchen or bathroom, but these were only minor inconvenience. Would definitely stay here again! Hide

Reviewed by David 21st July 2023

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We chose this cottage on the basis of not wanting to spend too much as we only really needed a place to sleep. It met that requirement well enough. We thought it basic and some of the features were not really to our taste, although we appreciate others may like them. This included the ground floor which felt cold and a little gloomy to us, partly wRead moree think because of the slate stone floor. Easy and pleasant walk into Keswick from the cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Michael 30th June 2023

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This cottage is the ultimate switch off and relax experience. Unplugged. Very cute cottage fully equipped with everything you would need. Perfectly located for Keswick, Lingholm, Braithwaite etc. Great pub in the village as well. If you don't like tranquility, this is probably not the place for you. For us it was spot on. Nice bottle of wine and caRead morerd too. Hide

Reviewed by Steven 2nd June 2023

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As above, old fashioned property more of a 2 star, poor cleanliness, uncomfortable furniture, poor quality bedding, only one bath and one hand towel per guest. Locator is lovely

Reviewed by ANITA 29th April 2023

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Reviewed by Gary 7th October 2022

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The cottage is as described and was of a good standard. It had a homely feel to it. We enjoyed our stay here and would recommend it.

Reviewed by Peter 2nd September 2022

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Reviewed by Miriam 15th July 2022

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We had an excellent holiday in The Escape. It is a beautiful cottage, well equipped and in an excellent location. Parking was easy and it was a pleasant 15 minute walk into Keswick. We knew there wouldnt be television or WiFi but felt the information should have said that there was also no phone signal. In the cottage. We were cut off and in an emeRead morergency no one could contact us and we couldnt contact anyone. But this shouldnt detract from the fact that it was a pleasure to stay in the cottage Hide

Reviewed by Callum 8th July 2022

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Location is absolutely perfect. A lovely little village on the outskirts of Keswick, everything you could want from the lakes is within walking distance. The cottage itself is very cosy and amply equipped. Ideal for walkers.

Reviewed by Iain 10th June 2022

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Reviewed by Helen 3rd June 2022

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A beautifully quaint cottage, very tastefully decorated and an ideal retreat to relax and use as a base to enjoy the Lake District. Kitchen is well equipped with utensils, Shower great and lovely slate floor ideal for our dogs, even dog bowls are provided. Every care has been taken to make the stay enjoyable, a bottle of wine and card on arrival, cRead morelean towels and bedding provided. The location is both peaceful and beautiful with mountain and lake views within walking distance Hide

Reviewed by Alan 20th May 2022

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Would have preferred an enclosed garden space for our dogs but other than that it was ideal. Great location with all we needed to enjoy our break.

Reviewed by Lesley 9th May 2022

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Comfortable, warm and generous cottage, all amenities catered for. Lack of WiFi and TV a bonus, total relaxation and uninterrupted time to enjoy simply reading books. Location excellent for our holiday, quiet but within easy reach of everything we wanted. Welcome from the hosts was a special touch.

Reviewed by Andrew 11th April 2022

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To quit for me but if you like quit then go for it nice places

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