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Owl Cottage - Applethwaite

Applethwaite, Lake District
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Quirky
Rustic
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
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At a glance

  • Bursting with character, this quirky home has exposed beams, original fireplaces and eclectic display pieces
  • Boasts fabulous views towards Catbells
  • Use the pretty summer house for relaxing in the tiered garden
Overview
Property code: SZ380

Great for adults, this home sits in the exceptionally peaceful village of Applethwaite and oozes character, with charming spaces inside and out to relax in after days out exploring.

Enjoy lakeside adventures by travelling 3 miles to Bassenthwaite Lake or Derwentwater. The bustling town of Keswick (2 miles) is a great starting point. Board a boat from the local launch and hop on and off to explore or hire your own boat and call in at pretty lakeside villages. Keswick is also home to an independent cinema and the Theatre by the Lake, so you can enjoy a night away from the cottage and the kitchen. If you fancy a walk, stroll 3 miles to Castlerigg Stone Circle, which sits high above the town and boasts wonderful views.

Make your way down the path which goes through the tiered garden before stepping inside. The first lounge has oak beams and a collection of artwork and period features surrounding a cosy wood burner. Spend a moment watching TV or throw open the French doors to let the breeze inside. Ascend three steps to the kitchen/diner where you can admire views of Catbells and Causey Pike. With a gas oven and hob, microwave and fridge, enjoy cooking in this charming, farmhouse-style kitchen. This room is brimming with characterful features and has a table for four so you can enjoy dining together. A freezer can be found in a nearby utility cupboard in the corridor. With no TV, the second lounge is perfect for enjoying some peace and quiet. There is a wood burner to keep you warm, a comfortable sofa and armchair and a table perfect for games nights. It is flooded with natural light and boasts lovely views of the Western Fells. The two bedrooms – one super-king-size and one king-size - are cute and cosy. They share the Jack and Jill bathroom with walk-in shower and WC. Both doors lock from the inside so that one bedroom can have sole use of the bathroom. You will also find a family bathroom with a bath and WC so you can enjoy a soak after adventurous days.

Spend time in the enclosed back garden where steps lead to a patio with table and chairs. More steps lead to the pretty summer house where you can get cosy if there is a chill in the air. Take care as the garden is set over different levels with steps in between. There is off-road parking for one car.

  • 2 bedrooms: 1 super-king-size, 1 king-size
  • 2 bathrooms: 1 Jack and Jill en-suite shower room, 1 family bathroom with shower over the bath
  • Gas oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and under-counter fridge
  • Utility cupboard with freezer
  • 2 wood burners
  • Heated by a combination of storage heaters and electric panel radiators
  • TV
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Towels not provided
  • Enclosed, tiered garden,summerhouse, patio with furniture
  • Off-road parking for 1 car, further roadside parking subject to availability
  • Shops within 2 miles, pub 1 mile
  • Regret no children or babies under the age of 12 years old
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Tessa McDonald

This property is personally managed by Tessa.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 30 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jane 24th March 2024

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Reviewed by Sarah Jane 6th October 2023

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Lots of cobwebs and signs of damp. Ornaments on walls a bit off putting. Couldn't open lounge french doors which was disappointing. Lovely garden

Reviewed by Stephen 8th September 2023

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Comfortable, well equipped. Lovely garden. Good tv with Sky.

Reviewed by Georgina 1st September 2023

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Lovely cottage in great location,beautiful garden

Reviewed by Heather 25th August 2023

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The views from Owl Cottage are stunning and the garden is so well cared for. Really nice layered design with multiple gorgeous seating areas. Comfy beds and very spacious inside. We would have found it more comfortable had there been a washing machine to dry clothes and somewhere to dry things.

Reviewed by Sandra 11th August 2023

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Lovely quirky and interesting cottage in a beautiful area.

Reviewed by Tony 4th August 2023

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Superb cottage in a very quite village. Well equipped and clean with a nice garden to sit in with great views. Easy access to Keswick and surrounding areas. Skidaw is within walking distance too.

Reviewed by Michael 28th July 2023

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Reviewed by Barbara 7th July 2023

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Owl Cottage was so unique and comfortable. The garden is beautiful and the view from the living room window is spectacular. We were sad to leave.

Reviewed by Mary 2nd June 2023

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Reviewed by David 12th May 2023

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Outstanding views, gardens and lovely interior that you cannot fail to appreciate. Handy for Keswick and Northern Lakes and a place we thoroughly enjoy staying. Parking could be improved but very few places reach the standard of Owl Cottage!

Reviewed by Jo 5th May 2023

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A very good base for kayaking the northern lakes. We kayaked on Bassenthwaite, Crummock Water, Derwent Water and Thirlmere. A lovely cottage in a pretty village with amazing views, within easy reach of Keswick, but small enough not to get too busy. The garden is stunning!

Reviewed by Sarah 14th April 2023

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Very comfortable, warm and well equipped cottage with a lovely garden and amazing views. Couldnt fault anything and we cant wait to go back!

Reviewed by Sue 17th March 2023

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Reviewed by Martin 6th March 2023

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The contents of the cottage were an engaging educational experience in themselves which we were fascinated by during our holiday close to our local home.The cottage and garden were light and airy with enough headroom to accommodate my 62 stature.

Reviewed by Jane 3rd March 2023

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Reviewed by Amanda 17th February 2023

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Absolutely beautiful house and garden. Two cosy living rooms and nicely lit kitchen to cook in. Bed is probably the most comfortable Ive ever slept in and huge. 25 min walk into Keswick centre by road or fields. 10 min walk to the start of the Skiddaw climb. Loved it and intend to return in the summer months.

Reviewed by Emma Jane 24th December 2022

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The most perfect retreat in a stunning spot at the foot of the mountains. Ideal for walkers, easy access to Latrigg and an enjoyable walk into Keswick across the fields. The cottage itself was full of character and thoughtful touches. We stayed at Christmas and it felt very festive.

Reviewed by Charlotte 20th November 2022

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We really enjoyed a week in Owl Cottage. We were very pleasantly surprised with the size of the cottage, the photos are lovely but they do not do it justice! We arrived in the dark but in the morning were impressed with the stunning views of the mountains towards Derwentwater. The kitchen is fully equipped and the whole place flowed well. The woodbRead moreurners were great and it really was a perfect place for me and my partner to come back to! We can't recommend this cottage highly enough, thank you! Hide

Reviewed by Graham 13th November 2022

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Great location, lovely log burner, some good walking from the front door!

Reviewed by Claire 21st October 2022

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The location was great being so close to Keswick and the Northern Fells. The property was quirkily decorated and if clean, would have been perfect. Patches of black mold in the bathrooms and bedrooms aggravated asthma. The age of the property means that the bathrooms could do with updating but they were serviceable. The wood-burning stoves worked bRead morerilliantly at heating the cottage and provided a very cozy atmosphere. Hide

Reviewed by Michael 14th October 2022

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Reviewed by Ray 19th August 2022

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Great location, great cottage very welcoming, warm and inviting decor. Third time we stayed and we will be back again

Reviewed by Stephen 14th August 2022

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Well-appointed, comfortable cottage with loads of character and really interesting wall decorations! We particularly enjoyed listening to the owls in your beautiful garden - easy to see how the cottage got its name! Ideal location for walks etc while also being close to Keswick. Really enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Terry 15th July 2022

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A delightful single story cottage in convenient location. Quiet with good garden and sitting out areas. Well equipped and generally comfortable and spacious. Lots of interesting artefacts - try guessing what they all are. Probably a little 'old fashioned' but all the better for that - warm and friendly (but it did stay cool in the heatwave!). One oRead moref the better cottages we've experienced in decades of self catering! Hide

Reviewed by Paul 10th June 2022

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A wonderfull holiday home in a great location. Lots of local walks. Great drives through various passes for more distant walks. Booths in Keswick was a great supermarket for all our needs. Beds are comfortable and the heating systems are good once understood. So many items of interest are hung in various rooms. Gardens are superb with plenty of seaRead moreting. There are 5 steps within the property with which a visually impaired family member had some difficulty. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 3rd June 2022

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Beautiful cottage and garden that felt very homely. Good location with walks on the doorstep.

Reviewed by John 6th May 2022

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Reviewed by Brian 29th April 2022

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A lovely and interesting cottage with a nice well maintained garden in a very good location.

Reviewed by Peter 22nd April 2022

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