HEATHERLEA, family friendly, country holiday cottage in Keswick

Heatherlea in Keswick, Cumbria, sleeps eight in four bedrooms.

Heatherlea is an end-of-terrace cottage with a kitchen, dining room with woodburning stove, utility and two sitting rooms with open fires and gas fires. Appliances include a gas range oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher and Smart TV. The bedrooms include three doubles, two with en-suite showers, and a twin, served by a bathroom. To the outside is an enclosed garden with furniture and unrestricted roadside parking. Within 0.2 miles there is a shop and pub and please note, this is a pet and smoke-free property. WiFi, fuel, bed linen and towels are included in rent. There is also a travel cot and highchair. Heatherlea is a magnificent escape to Cumbria. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am.

Amenities: Gas central heating. Gas range oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher. 2 x Smart TV and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair. Unrestricted on street parking. Enclosed gravelled garden with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am

Region: Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.

Town: 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.