A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range.

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A white building with multiple windows, a stone wall, and a gravel driveway.
A living room with a stone fireplace, a television, and a sofa.
A bedroom with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a framed picture on the wall.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in oven, and a microwave.
A garden with a stone wall, a wooden table and chairs, and various plants.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 42 bedrooms3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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near Bassenthwaite
  • Place, Bassenthwaite Lake
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake District Wildlife Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Mirehouse & Gardens
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range.

A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range.. Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Fuel for open fire included. Cot available on request. . Bike store. Private parking for 2 car. No smoking. Visit England 3 Star.. Set in 10 acres of gardens and meadows on the foothills of the Skiddaw range, Garries Cottage is adjoining the owner’s 17th Century home, in a quiet and tranquil area above Bassenthwaite village. Garries Cottage has open plan living space with Lakeland stone fireplace with open fire and beams. The kitchen overlooks the rear garden where you can see a variety of visiting wildlife, red squirrels and woodpeckers are common visitors. From this elevated position you can see Bassenthwaite Lake with panoramic views of the surrounding fells and over to the West, some spectacular sunsets. Many grades of walking direct from the door, from gentle woodland and meadow walks to the more strenuous heights of Skiddaw. An area of occasional farms nestling into the fells reached by meandering lanes and far from the madding crowds, but within easy reach of Keswick and Cockermouth and the popular northern fells and lakes.

Free WiFi



High chair hire - £10.

The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.

Suitable for up to 2 pets

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8871987
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Keswick

Located in Keswick, this cottage is in a rural area. Mirehouse & Gardens and Moot Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Keswick Climbing Wall and Hesket Newmarket Brewery. Lake District Wildlife Park and Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like ecotours.
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near Bassenthwaite

What's nearby

  • Bassenthwaite Lake - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Mirehouse & Gardens - 10 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Dubwath Silver Meadows - 13 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Derwentwater - 21 min drive - 24.1 km

Getting around

  • Workington Station - 25 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Wainwright Pub - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bassenwaithe Lake Station - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Lingholm Kitchen - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bassenthwaite Lake, Church Bay and Mirehouse & Gardens. Lake District Wildlife Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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