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A detached four bedroomed cottage in a tranquil setting on the slopes of Whinlatter forest.

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Warm and cosy living/dining room with open fireplace | The Larches, Seldom Seen near Thornthwaite
Delightful wood-floored living/dining room | The Larches, Seldom Seen near Thornthwaite
Quirky shabby chic kitchen | The Larches, Seldom Seen near Thornthwaite
Well fitted and equipped kitchen | The Larches, Seldom Seen near Thornthwaite

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Seldom Seen near Thornthwaite
  • Derwentwater
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Lodore Falls
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Catbells Lakeland Walk
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

A detached four bedroomed cottage in a tranquil setting on the slopes of Whinlatter forest.

A detached four bedroomed cottage in a tranquil setting on the slopes of Whinlatter forest.. Ground Floor:
Utility Room: Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Toilet
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, No Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Open Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom 4: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs and coal included, but guests to replace as used. Stairgate.. Terraced garden with patio areas, garden furniture, summerhouse and BBQ space. Bike store. On road parking. No smoking.
For more information visit www.lakelandbelvedere.com Visit England 4 Star.. The Larches is a four bedroomed detached cottage at Seldom Seen in Thornthwaite, a truly tranquil location. Surrounded by woodland on the slopes of Whinlatter forest the cottage is a perfect ’away from it all’ retreat with the delight of visiting red squirrels. It has the most fantastic summer house (or belvedere) with a deck at the top of its fellside garden, which has chairs, table and lighting. It has superb views across the Derwent marshes and to the distant fells. You can walk or cycle from the doorstep and sail on the lake at Bassenthwaite. There is an art gallery and coffee shop in the village and pubs, restaurants and a shop in the neighbouring village of Braithwaite and an abundance of amenities in nearby Keswick. The accommodation is upside down with the living space upstairs is 27ft long with paintings by local artists and benefits from the views towards Skiddaw and Clough Head. See the cottage’s website www.lakelandbelvedere.com for more fascinating details and photos.
Free WiFi

Bed linen & towels are provided at this property. The height of the banister/balustrade is less than 1m on the external steps and the gaps between the horizontal balcony railings are more than 10cm. Up to one dog only. There are slopes and steps surrounding this property.

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Amenities

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Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 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 1 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

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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 not indicated whether there is a 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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lodore Falls and Scafell Pike. Womenrock and Go Ape Whinlatter are also worth visiting.
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Seldom Seen near Thornthwaite

What's nearby

  • Cumberland Pencil Museum - 4 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Derwentwater - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Theatre By The Lake - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Lodore Falls - 11 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Catbells Lakeland Walk - 19 min drive - 15.6 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 28 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chief Justice of the Common Pleas - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Pheasant Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lakeland Spice - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Merienda - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bank Tavern - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A detached four bedroomed cottage in a tranquil setting on the slopes of Whinlatter forest. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A detached four bedroomed cottage in a tranquil setting on the slopes of Whinlatter forest.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A detached four bedroomed cottage in a tranquil setting on the slopes of Whinlatter forest.?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is A detached four bedroomed cottage in a tranquil setting on the slopes of Whinlatter forest. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Go Ape Whinlatter, Whinlatter Forest Park and Bassenthwaite Lake. Womenrock and Crosthwaite Church are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Beautiful cottage, with some lovely individual details .
Beautiful cottage, with some lovely individual details . Comfortable and so clean Loved the utility room and the hay box. Exceptionally well equipped kitchen. Stunning garden with an equally stunning view. So close to everything you could need. No complaints whatsoever. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

We spent a wonderful Christmas at this very homely cottage.
We spent a wonderful Christmas at this very homely cottage.
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

We spent a wonderful Christmas at this very homely cottage.
We spent a wonderful Christmas at this very homely cottage.
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

A lovely location for a break in the Lake District.
A lovely location for a break in the Lake District. Great walks nearby and close to Buttermere, Crummock water and Lowes water. The belvedere in the garden provides a great viewing point.

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