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Firbank

Thornthwaite, Lake District
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Cosy up by the open fire in this welcoming Lakes cottage with fell views
  • Take a drink into the enclosed garden and let your dog stretch their legs
  • Whinlatter Forest Park is found on the fell behind the property and Skiddaw beyond Bassenthwaite, to the front
Overview
Property code: SZ194

Tucked between Whinlatter Forest Park and Skiddaw, stay warm and comfortable in this welcoming cottage whilst admiring fantastic views and spending time together.

Your fantastic position in the western Lake District means there is plenty to explore. Head 4 miles to the heart of Keswick and board a boat across Derwentwater, hire a canoe and do the hard work yourself, or take it easy and visit one of many delicious restaurants for a treat. There are also some great places to spend time on rainy days in Keswick including, The Puzzling Place, The Pencil Museum and the cinema, all of which are within 4.5 miles of home. A 3.5-mile journey will take you into the heart of the Whinlatter Forest Park where you can hire and ride bikes along the many tracks and trails whilst keeping your eyes peeled for osprey.

Access via the rear door where there is a handy large porch great for all your muddy boats and leads. Walk through to the bright kitchen/diner which has fiews to Skiddaw where you can find a double oven and ceramic hobs, a slimline dishwasher, microwave, and a built-in fridge/freezer. Prepare a feast before plating up at the table and switching on the speaker to listen to music whilst you dine. From the hallway, make your way into the lounge where you can sit back and relax. Stay warm by the open fire and enjoy evenings in front of the Smart TV. Large windows flood the space with light and offer spectacular views of the fells. Two bedrooms reside on the ground floor in addition to the family bathroom. The king-size bedroom has lovely views and the twin is a cosy and calming room. The family bathroom has an electric shower over the bath and WC. Find the remaining bedroom on the lower ground floor, access either via a stair-gated hatch and steep ladder-style staircase, or through French doors from outside. With more mountain views and an en-suite shower room with WC, this king-size bedroom is great for those after some peace and quiet. The lower ground floor is also home to a snug area with TV and French doors and a utility room where there is a washing machine and a tumble dryer.

Rise and shine and take your tea or coffee outside to the enclosed garden with fell views and furniture for taking a seat. Bask in the heat on sunny days or wrap up warm and enjoy the crisp air on chilly days. There is off-road parking for two cars on the gated driveway.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 king-size, 1 twin
  • The lower-ground floor king-size bedroom is accessed either via a stair-gated hatch and steep, ladder-style staircase from within, alternative access is via French doors from outside
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Double oven and ceramic hobs, slimline dishwasher, microwave, built-in fridge/freezer
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Open fire
  • Smart TV  in lounge, TV in snug
  • Towels not provided
  • Enclosed garden with furniture
  • There is off-road parking for 2 cars on the gated driveway with space for a further car outside
  • Additional dogs may be accepted upon request
  • Shops and pub within 1.5 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Kylie Harmon-Twidle

This property is personally managed by Kylie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 28 guest ratings

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Reviewed by John 12th April 2024

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Lovely cottage in great location.

Reviewed by Claire 1st March 2024

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Great location, great views, lovely cottage

Reviewed by Katie 16th February 2024

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Reviewed by Anna 9th February 2024

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We had a fantastic stay here at Firbank and none of us wanted to leave. The views from the cottage are spectacular and I will never tire from them. The cottage was spacious and clean, and is in a very quiet location. There are plenty of beautiful walks from the house, and the house is on a bus route which is extremely handy. Thornthwaite Gallery anRead mored Tea room is just across the road and there are three pubs/restaurants in the neighbouring village of Braithwaite. A fantastic week! Hide

Reviewed by Kathryn 27th October 2023

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Lovely stay . The views from kitchen and lounge are outstanding. The place is very homely and I would stay again . Clean and comfy. Amusing bedtime access to lower room. The ladder is only suitable for the very able . Nice quiet village and walks without getting a car out

Reviewed by Juliet 21st October 2023

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A good family house. Note the downstairs bedroom and sitting room is accessible via vertical ladder, or outside via sliding french doors. Comfortable beds and adequately provided for. We enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Shani 16th September 2023

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Lovely place can't wait to come back.

Reviewed by Rachael 9th September 2023

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Amazing views, lovely comfortable place.

Reviewed by Debra 4th August 2023

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This was our second time here and we loved it. Everything you need is here, the view is amazing, walks from the doorstep too. Couldnt ask for anything more.

Reviewed by Rob 28th July 2023

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Thanks for a great cottage. Well equipped, clean and comfortable. There is a peace in the lounge with fantastic big windows to stare at Skiddaw. Our daughter loved her own en-suite room in the basement too.

Reviewed by Alison 15th July 2023

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Cottage very comfortable and well equipped. I liked the separate bedroom through the hatch as we were two families and it gave us the occasional break. I would say the nearest pub and shop were more than a mile away despite it being the filter I used but we managed.

Reviewed by Jane 30th June 2023

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This simple cottage is well equipped and perfect for a holiday in the Lakes. It has amazing views from the upstairs rooms and you can watch the mist clear off the mountains each day. Just a ten minute drive to Keswick with walks from the door and the Gallery and cafe conveniently located next door it's the perfect place to stay. The downstairs roomRead mores provide a perfect hideaway for teenagers. We love this cottage Hide

Reviewed by John 9th June 2023

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Excellent location for accessing Keswick and surrounding attractions. Ideal for a family with a dog with enclosed garden and Mountain Views.

Reviewed by Jean 2nd June 2023

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Reviewed by Claire 28th April 2023

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Reviewed by Ian 14th April 2023

Put some safety notices around the inside entrance hatch to the master bedroom, and describe you property correctly so that your renters know what they are getting for their money, because no one wants to walk half way round the house at bedtime.

Reviewed by Lynn 24th February 2023

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Reviewed by Denise 20th February 2023

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perfect location, comfy and warm, outstanding views.

Reviewed by Natalie 13th February 2023

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Lovely cottage, older teens loved the downstairs living

Reviewed by Claire 4th November 2022

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Comfortable, clean and well- equipped cottage with glorious views and access to many walks from the door. We were able to enjoy the hills from the lounge view as well as on our walks ! Good sized and very comfortable bedrooms with generous storage, cupboards etc and the separate area 'below stairs' was an ideal space with privacy. The kitchen dininRead moreg was a generous size table. The Gallery and cafe adjacent is well worth a visit . Hide

Reviewed by Shani 30th September 2022

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Just the damp smell needs to be looked at in the twin bedroom Apart from that we would not hesitate to recommend Firbank or Sally's Cottages

Reviewed by Louise 4th September 2022

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Superb accommodation! Great location for exploring the area, fantastic views (missing that already), clean, comfortable & well equipped. Just perfect

Reviewed by Christine 26th August 2022

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Beautiful location with fantastic views. We had a great stay.

Reviewed by Debra 29th July 2022

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Reviewed by Julie 1st July 2022

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The cottage is in a great location to explore the lakes and also benefits from lovely walks right from the door. The views across the valley are superb. The cottage is comfortable and has everything needed for an enjoyable stay.

Reviewed by Jane 10th June 2022

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This is a fabulous spacious cottage in the most perfect location for exploring the north west and central areas. On bus route to Keswick. Kitchen was well equipped with more crockery cups and glasses then you could wish for. Great to have a washing machine and clothes line. Views across the mountains are amazing. Downstairs bedroom quirky but perfeRead morect for son and girlfriend to have their own space. Cafe next door is a treat. Drive not quite big enough for two large cars. Will definitely return Hide

Reviewed by Jenny 27th May 2022

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Beautiful location whether sat in the open and airy lounge or the garden. Our teenager loved the independence of the annexe downstairs. We miss the view already!

Reviewed by Kirsten 20th May 2022

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Lovely cottage, beautiful location, very spacious. Mostly everything you need. Good garden and dog friendly

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