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SQUIRREL COTTAGE, pet friendly, with open fire in Bassenthwaite
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10 out of 10
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2 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 4 105 sq m
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Explore the area
Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District
- Bassenthwaite Lake
- Lake District Wildlife Park3 min drive
- Derwentwater12 min drive
- Carlisle (CAX)47 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
SQUIRREL COTTAGE, pet friendly, with open fire in Bassenthwaite
This characterful cottage rests in Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.
Squirrel Cottage is an attractive cottage resting in Bassenthwaite, Cumbria. Hosting two bedrooms including a double and a twin, along with a bathroom, this property can sleep up to four guests. There is also a kitchen and a living/dining room, and outside, you will find off-road parking for two cars and a garden with a lawn and furniture. Squirrel Cottage is a delightful base for a relaxing holiday to the beautiful Lake District.
Amenities: Electric heating (Inluding storage heaters) with wood burning stove. TV, DVD player. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Initial supply of logs supplied, additional supplies of wood can be purchased locally. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot in property. Off-road parking for 1 car. Garden with lawn and furniture. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 6.8 miles, pub 0.6 miles. Note: There are steps to access the cottage
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 market town of Cockermouth rests in the north west of the Lake District, offering a largely unspoilt area of bountiful views of varying landscapes. Just 13 miles away from the bustling town of Keswick, Cockermouth is most famous for being the birthplace of both William Wordsworth and Fletcher Christian. Cockermouth now offers a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants and makes for a peaceful holiday destination any time of year.
Squirrel Cottage is an attractive cottage resting in Bassenthwaite, Cumbria. Hosting two bedrooms including a double and a twin, along with a bathroom, this property can sleep up to four guests. There is also a kitchen and a living/dining room, and outside, you will find off-road parking for two cars and a garden with a lawn and furniture. Squirrel Cottage is a delightful base for a relaxing holiday to the beautiful Lake District.
Amenities: Electric heating (Inluding storage heaters) with wood burning stove. TV, DVD player. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Initial supply of logs supplied, additional supplies of wood can be purchased locally. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot in property. Off-road parking for 1 car. Garden with lawn and furniture. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 6.8 miles, pub 0.6 miles. Note: There are steps to access the cottage
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 market town of Cockermouth rests in the north west of the Lake District, offering a largely unspoilt area of bountiful views of varying landscapes. Just 13 miles away from the bustling town of Keswick, Cockermouth is most famous for being the birthplace of both William Wordsworth and Fletcher Christian. Cockermouth now offers a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants and makes for a peaceful holiday destination any time of year.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 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
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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 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
Keswick
Located in Keswick, this cottage is in the mountains. Lodore Falls and Dubwath Silver Meadows reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lake District Wildlife Park and Womenrock. Go Ape Whinlatter and Raw War Paintball Games are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District
What's nearby
- Lake District Wildlife Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
- Mirehouse & Gardens - 4 min drive - 6.0 km
- Derwent Pencil Museum - 10 min drive - 12.4 km
- Derwentwater - 12 min drive - 14.3 km
- Lodore Falls - 17 min drive - 18.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Greyhound Inn - 6 min drive
- Bassenwaithe Lake Station - 3 min drive
- The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - 10 min drive
- Snooty Fox - 5 min drive
- The Filling Station Cafe - 9 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen. Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge, Utility( outbuilding with washing machine and tumble dryer). Living/dining room with woodburner. Conservatory
What makes this property unique
Electric heating (Inluding storage heaters) with wood burning stove. TV, DVD player. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Initial supply of logs supplied, additional supplies of wood can be purchased locally. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot in property. Off-road parking for 1 car. Garden with lawn and furniture. Two well-behaved pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 6.8 miles, pub 0.6 miles. Note: There are steps to access the cottage
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