HIGH CROSS, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Keswick

High Cross near Keswick, Cumbria, sleeps seven people in four bedrooms.

High Cross consists of a kitchen with oven, hob, fridge, kettle, and toaster, a dining room with seating for eight people, sitting room with electric fire, snug with TV, and conservatory. The bedrooms consist of a single, twin, and two doubles with en-suite shower rooms, serviced by a ground-floor shower room, bathroom, and first-floor cloakroom. Outside, there is an enclosed garden with patio and ample off-road parking. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. You’ll find a shop in 0.6 miles, pub in 0.5 miles, beach in 1.1 miles, and river in 0.3 miles. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen, and towels inc. In rent. High Cross is a lovely base for a countryside getaway in Cumbria. Note: Steps up to property – may not be suitable for those with mobility issues. Dogs to be kept in non-carpeted areas only please

Amenities: Gas central heating. TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Ample off-road parking available. Enclosed garden with patio and pretty stream running through in to woodland. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.5 miles, beach 1.1 miles, river 0.3 miles. Note: Steps up to property - may not be suitable for those with mobility issues. Note: Dogs to be kept in non-carpeted areas only please

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.