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SCALES COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Lorton
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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6130 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Cockermouth, Cumbria & The Lake District
- Derwentwater14 min drive
- Lodore Falls17 min drive
- Buttermere Lake23 min drive
- Carlisle (CAX)71 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom -
1 Double Bed
bedrooms
1 Double Bed
bedrooms
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
bathrooms
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
SCALES COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Lorton
This lovely 17th century Lakeland cottage has beams, wi-fi and is pet friendly located in the village of Lorton near Keswick in the Lake District National Park and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.
Scales Cottage is a lovely renovated Lakeland Cottage in the village of Lorton, near Keswick in the Lake District National Park. The cottage can sleep six people in three bedrooms; two king-size doubles and one double. There is a family bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. A large sociable kitchen with dining area and wood burning stove and a comfortable sitting room. To the outside of the cottage is off road parking and a lovely patio garden. Scales Cottage is a lovely cottage in a fabulous part of the Lake District.
Amenities: Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
Oil central heating and woodburning stove.
TV and DVD.
Wi-Fi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent.
Bed linen inc. in rent.
Towels are not provided.
Cot on request.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Raised terrace area with furniture and small lawned area.
Three well behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.2 miles.
Note: The double bedroom has a sloping ceiling and is only suitable for children.
Note: Guests may fish free of charge on the pond located 200 yards from the cottage and stocked with rainbow trout.
Note: Pond on site, children to be supervised.
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: Lorton is a village in the district of Allerdale, in Cumbria and is made up of two small villages Low Lorton and High Lorton, both of which are nestled at the northern end of the Vale of Lorton. Surrounded by the mountains such as Grasmoor, Hopegill Head and Whiteside it is a perfect destination for exploring a number of hillwalks and visitors are encouraged to visit the 12th century St. Cuthberts church.
Scales Cottage is a lovely renovated Lakeland Cottage in the village of Lorton, near Keswick in the Lake District National Park. The cottage can sleep six people in three bedrooms; two king-size doubles and one double. There is a family bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. A large sociable kitchen with dining area and wood burning stove and a comfortable sitting room. To the outside of the cottage is off road parking and a lovely patio garden. Scales Cottage is a lovely cottage in a fabulous part of the Lake District.
Amenities: Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
Oil central heating and woodburning stove.
TV and DVD.
Wi-Fi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent.
Bed linen inc. in rent.
Towels are not provided.
Cot on request.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Raised terrace area with furniture and small lawned area.
Three well behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.2 miles.
Note: The double bedroom has a sloping ceiling and is only suitable for children.
Note: Guests may fish free of charge on the pond located 200 yards from the cottage and stocked with rainbow trout.
Note: Pond on site, children to be supervised.
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: Lorton is a village in the district of Allerdale, in Cumbria and is made up of two small villages Low Lorton and High Lorton, both of which are nestled at the northern end of the Vale of Lorton. Surrounded by the mountains such as Grasmoor, Hopegill Head and Whiteside it is a perfect destination for exploring a number of hillwalks and visitors are encouraged to visit the 12th century St. Cuthberts church.
Property manager
Sykes Holiday Cottages
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Cockermouth
Located in Cockermouth, this cottage is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lodore Falls and Scafell Pike. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Newlands Adventure Centre or Keswick Climbing Wall. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
Cockermouth, Cumbria & The Lake District
What's nearby
- Derwentwater - 14 min drive - 11.3 km
- Catbells Lakeland Walk - 16 min drive - 12.5 km
- Lodore Falls - 17 min drive - 16.7 km
- Lake District Wildlife Park - 21 min drive - 20.8 km
- Buttermere Lake - 23 min drive - 15.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 11 min drive
- The Bitter End - 11 min drive
- The Castle Bar - 11 min drive
- Swan Inn - 10 min drive
- The Moon & Sixpence - 11 min drive
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Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size 4 poster bed, 1 x king-size double, 1 x double (suitable for children due to sloping ceiling.).
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Sitting room.
Kitchen with dining area and wood-burning stove.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Sitting room.
Kitchen with dining area and wood-burning stove.
What makes this property unique
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
Oil central heating and woodburning stove.
TV and DVD.
Wi-Fi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent.
Bed linen inc. in rent.
Towels are not provided.
Cot on request.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Raised terrace area with furniture and small lawned area.
Three well behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.2 miles.
Note: The double bedroom has a sloping ceiling and is only suitable for children.
Note: Guests may fish free of charge on the pond located 200 yards from the cottage and stocked with rainbow trout.
Note: Pond on site, children to be supervised.
Oil central heating and woodburning stove.
TV and DVD.
Wi-Fi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent.
Bed linen inc. in rent.
Towels are not provided.
Cot on request.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Raised terrace area with furniture and small lawned area.
Three well behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 1.2 miles.
Note: The double bedroom has a sloping ceiling and is only suitable for children.
Note: Guests may fish free of charge on the pond located 200 yards from the cottage and stocked with rainbow trout.
Note: Pond on site, children to be supervised.
Languages:
English
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