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Cosy Cottage - Braithwaite

Braithwaite, near Keswick, Cumbria
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
3 star
Parking on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Traditional cottage with contemporary country-style interiors
  • Dog-friendly accommodation with walks from the doorstep
  • Bike storage available for exploring the Lake District on two wheels
Property code: OC-SZ145

The owners have thought of every creature comfort for your relaxing holiday in Cumbria with this colourful contemporary-style home. You’ll find a variety of walking trails nearby. Venture to Barrow Fell (1.5 miles) and breathe in the fresh air and stunning vistas, or, if you’re a seasoned hiker, try the Coledale Horseshoe. Take the short drive to Keswick (2.5 miles) and visit the Derwent Pencil Museum, Puzzle Place house of illusions, and the Theatre by the Lake. Don’t miss the former home of Cumbria’s greatest bard, William Wordsworth, in Grasmere (16 miles) where he and his sister Dorothy created a wonderful wild garden with local plants.

Step inside this charming holiday home where you’re greeted with contemporary interiors and an open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area. Take a step from the living area up to the compact kitchen where  meals are a breeze with the electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, and microwave; there’s also a convenient washing machine. Enjoy family film nights on the smart TV in the living area by the wood burner-effect electric fire. When the day is done, venture up open tread, cottage-style stairs, under a sloping roof, to find a double bedroom with enviable views towards Helvellyn and Skiddaw, a single bedroom, and a family bathroom with a shower and WC. ( Please note young children will need to be supervised on the open tread stairs )

Outside, there’s an outbuilding/boot room – the place to store muddy boots and bicycles after a fun day on two wheels. There’s a gravelled seating area and a picnic area for al fresco afternoons. You’ll also find off-road parking available here for one car, and a shop and a pub with food less than half a mile away.

 

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 double, 1 single
  • 1 shower room with shower and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine
  • Wood burner-effect electric fire
  • There is a step up to the kitchen from the lounge area
  • Smart TV
  • Courtyard garden with garden furniture
  • There are 2 small steps up to the property
  • Off-road parking for 1 car available on-site; further on-street parking available close by
  • Secure bike storage
  • Shop, pub, restaurant within half a mile of the property
  • Towels not provided
  • Please note young children will need to be supervised when using the stairs in the property
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sarah Thyer

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 22 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jenny 4th May 2026

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We enjoy staying in Cosy Cottage. The location is perfect for good walks on the doorstep.

Reviewed by Michael 18th April 2026

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Fabulous location. Absolutely put the Cozy into Cozy Cottage. Would recommend to anybody looking for a break away. X

Reviewed by Charlotte 5th January 2026

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Lovely stay at Cosy Cottage. A great location at the start of the Coledale Horseshoe with a pub a stones throw away. We made good use of the well equipped kitchen and had a very comfortable stay - perfect for a couple and their dog for a week of winter exploring in the nearby hils!

Reviewed by Celia 29th December 2025

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Cosy cottage is well named. It was small but perfectly formed. The walk in shower was a particular bonus as was the pub nearby

Reviewed by Alan 31st October 2025

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Reviewed by James 19th September 2025

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A nice comfortable cottage and well equipped. But if you are tall you need to duck upstairs. 3 local hostelries within walking distance. A good bus service into Keswick. Easy parking on road outside cottage. Enclosed parking at the cottage but tight for an SUV. Would I hire the cottage again - Yes

Reviewed by Richard 12th September 2025

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Ideally situated near 3 pubs and local shop with walking nearby. Parking with care is fine for a medium sized car. Our week was so wet we used some central heating which worked well. Bus to Keswick is frequent and 5 minutes away. Internet was fine. No BBC Iplayer, shame! Richard and Erika September 2025

Reviewed by Ruth 8th August 2025

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Reviewed by Dianne 25th July 2025

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Reviewed by Danielle 11th July 2025

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This cottage is ideally situated right in the middle of the village. Pub, shop, cafe and bus stop all very convenient.

Reviewed by Paul 24th May 2025

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Fantastic little place , comfortable and well placed in a lovely village . If youre over 56 just watch your head at the top of the stairs .. as it says duck or grouse . Well equipped , comfortable beds , great views and staggering distance from a lovely pub .

Reviewed by Jessica 2nd May 2025

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The cottage itself was lovely and in a prime location in terms of the village and its surroundings. We only had an issue with the washing machine in terms of amenities as it would not drain and our clothes were stuck inside of it for 2 days while we waited for someone to come out. In terms of the cottage, the lounge/kitchen was really lovely, well Read moreequipped and spacious enough for 3 people and a dog. I addition to this, the bedrooms were comfortable and felt like home. Hide

Reviewed by Roderick 25th April 2025

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Reviewed by June 28th March 2025

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Reviewed by Amanda 27th December 2024

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Lovely stay. Excellent amenities and loads of walking opportunities in immediate vicinity. Great places to eat within walking distance

Reviewed by Melanie 7th December 2024

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Reviewed by Nigel 20th September 2024

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Cosy Cottage is ideally located in Braithwaite to explore the northern, and the Coledale fells, with fabulous walks from the doorstep. Being on the bus route it is easy to access other parts of the Lake District without using a car. The property is well equipped and comfortable; Pickle, (Labrador) and I felt right at home. In summary, Cosy Cottage Read moreis a little gem and I would recommend it. Hide

Reviewed by Jenny 13th September 2024

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Cosy cottage was well named. It was great to be able to go for lots of different walks from the house, and to go further afield to explore the Lake District by car, or bus.

Reviewed by Raymond 23rd August 2024

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Reviewed by Nina 26th July 2024

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Cottage had mould under the stairs and had only been surface cleaned

Reviewed by Peter 28th June 2024

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excellent location for a variety of different places to visit.

Reviewed by Raymond 21st June 2024

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Lakeland Hideaways is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.