The property
Nightingale Cottage is a traditional cosy Cumbrian cottage located in the village of Threlkeld, only four miles from Keswick.
A perfect base for a romantic Lake District cottage break at any time of year.
Threlkeld nestles below Blencathra in the northern lakes and boasts superb views of the surrounding fells and towards St Johns in the Vale.
The village has an excellent pub, wonderful restaurant, coffee shop and post office, other facilities can be found 4 miles away in the popular Lakeland town of Keswick with numerous shops, restaurants, bars and attractions and access to Derwentwater, where you can enjoy a boat ride around the Lake.
The historic market town of Penrith is 15 minutes drive east along the A66, which also has easy access to Ullswater where walking and water sports can be enjoyed.
Nightingale Cottage is a cosy, characterful, beamed terraced cottage, with beautiful views from the lawned garden at the rear of the property to the surrounding fells.
This cottage is an ideal base for those who enjoy a romantic night in cuddled up in front of the wood burning stove or those wanting to explore the northern Lakes.
The gas centrally heated cottage comprises:
Beamed L-shaped lounge/kitchen/diner.
Lounge with TV, DVD player and wood burning stove.
Kitchen with electric cooker and hob, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer and fridge/freezer.
First floor: Beamed double bedroom.
Shower room with hand basin, WC and heated towel rail.
All gas, electric, towels and bed linen included.
Private parking for 1 car.
Garden with lawn and gravelled area, log store and summerhouse.
Wi-Fi available.
NOTE: Children are not accepted at this property and the rear garden is not completely enclosed
Accommodation
One bedroom: 1 x double bedroom. 1 shower room with wash basin, WC and heated towel rail. Open plan living, dining and kitchen.
About the location
KESWICK
Bassenthwaite 7 miles, Ullswater 20 minutes. Cockermouth 13 miles.
The popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year. The town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf, excellent parks, the famous Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing and great mountain biking opportunities, whilst the beautiful lake of Derwentwater at the head of the stunning Borrowdale Valley is only a few minutes walk from the town centre. Nearby, between Braithwaite and Buttermere is the beautiful Newlands Valley, while picturesque Bassenthwaite Lake is well worth a visit. From a gentle countryside ramble to a challenging hike up Skiddaw or the famous Catbells, there really is something for everyone. Visit Castlerigg Stone Circle, the Jennings Brewery and Mirehouse, a grand house and gardens on the shores of the Bassenthwaite Lake, or take a fabulous boat trip around Derwentwater. With plenty of attractions for the kids, lovely parks and the nearby Lake District Wildlife Park this is a great Lakeland destination whatever the time of year.
