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Accommodation Details

Four bedrooms: 2 x king-size bedrooms (one on ground floor), 1 x ground floor double bedroom, 1 x twin bedroom. Ground floor bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC. First floor shower room with basin and WC.

Bowderstone is a much-loved family home beautifully finished to offer quality accommodation, with fabulous views to the mountains and a secluded patio all just a few minutes' walk from this lovely market town. The front door opens to a spacious hallway opening onto the bright and airy, dual aspect, lounge and dining room, with a large comfortable sofa and armchairs ideal for relaxing with family and friends or enjoying a film on the large screen TV. The large family dining table is perfect for good food and great company. The focal point of the contemporary fitted kitchen is a large island unit, complete with bar stools, making it the ideal place for breakfast or to keep a busy chef company. With excellent five ring gas hob, electric double oven, dishwasher, fridge, freezer and microwave oven. There’s a rear hallway with ample coat hanging and space for boots and outdoor gear and a utility area including washing machine. The back door opens from here to the rear patio. Returning to the front hallway, there are 2 bedrooms; the first, at the front of the cottage, is king sized and the second, to the rear of the cottage, a double. There is a smart family bathroom with bath with a shower over, basin and WC serving these 2 bedrooms. Stairs lead to the spacious first floor landing complete with ‘chill out zone’, a further TV and writing desk along with plenty of extra storage space. 2 further bedrooms, a large king size to the front and a smaller twin room to the rear both of which are served by a modern shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC. Enjoy an evening in the secluded and enclosed patio area with planted borders and bistro garden furniture. There’s also a secure shed for the storage of mountain bikes and outdoor gear. Keswick is a friendly market town who’s twice weekly market recently won the coveted ‘Best Outdoor Market’ award. There’s also a fantastic array of shops offering everything from craft bakeries and local produce, antiques, crafts and outdoor clothing. There’s also a delicious range of pubs, restaurants, bistros, cafes and wine bars, and a quirky 100-year-old Alhambra Cinema, offering first class cinema entertainment in traditional surroundings, or enjoy some live theatre or music at the Theatre By The Lake on the shores of Derwentwater. Beautiful Derwentwater offers serene lake cruises, rowboat hire and paddle board activities. Nearby you are spoilt for choice with walks up Cat Bells, Skiddaw, Coledale Horseshoe and Blencathra or Latrigg for a lovely easy walk with a view. Ashness Bridge and Surprise View a short drive away above the Borrowdale Valley should not be missed; nor should the unspoilt village of Watendlath.

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.

Amenities & Facilities

Gas central heating with gas fire. Electric oven and gas hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair always available and set up ready. Off road parking for 3 cars. Secure bike storage. Patio with furniture. Two well behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Pub 6 mins walk. Shop 3 mins walk. Note: Stone ramp to back door.

Location Details

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.

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Thu 21st Snow 4°C 0°C 17mph 1.5mm 1,000mb
Fri 22nd Rain and snow 4°C 0°C 11mph 1.2mm 1,005mb
Sat 23rd Rain and snow 11°C 1°C 21mph 61.9mm 992mb
Sun 24th Heavy intensity rain 13°C 8°C 23mph 14.8mm 986mb
Mon 25th Light rain 7°C 6°C 33mph 4.7mm 991mb
Tue 26th Moderate rain 11°C 7°C 29mph 15.8mm 1,002mb
Wed 27th Moderate rain 11°C 6°C 19mph 31.8mm 991mb

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