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2 bedroom accommodation in Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite
  • Place, Whinlatter Forest Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Bassenthwaite Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Go Ape Whinlatter
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

2 bedroom accommodation in Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite

Enjoy a relaxing holiday in this tranquil location, set in a little known hamlet but just 4 miles away from Keswick and its amenities.. Ground Floor:

Living room: 40" TV, TV, Sky

Dining room:40" Freeview TV

First Floor:

Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Air Fryer, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV, DVD Player

Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV, DVD Player

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. . Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Fairholme sits above Comb Beck on the slopes of Whinlatter Forest, in the little known hamlet of Seldom Seen and adjoining the village of Thornthwaite. Fairholme is the end cottage of a small terrace of properties which were converted from a former water driven saw mill dating back to the 1700’s. This is a truly tranquil location for those wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, yet is less than 4 miles from a great range of amenities and visitor attractions in Keswick, and 1½ miles from Braithwaite, which has a village shop, pubs and restaurants. A gallery and tea room can also be found 100 yards from the property. The Whinlatter Visitor Centre, in England’s only true mountain forest, is the hub for many activities, including the Whinlatter Wildplay trail designed for children, the longest mountain bike trail in England, forest walks and an osprey viewing point. It also boasts an information centre, forest shop and café. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

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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

No pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is no 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. Derwent Pencil Museum and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Castlerigg Stone Circle and Mirehouse & Gardens. Womenrock and Go Ape Whinlatter are also worth visiting.
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Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite

What's nearby

  • Whinlatter Forest Park - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Bassenthwaite Lake - 1 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Go Ape Whinlatter - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Derwentwater - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Lodore Falls - 11 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 29 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lingholm Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Round - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crooked River Tap - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Hope - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Golden Lion - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 2 bedroom accommodation in Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite?

As of 30 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2 bedroom accommodation in Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite on 16 May 2026 start from NZ$540, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Seldom Seen, near Thornthwaite 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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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Helen Jackson

Lovely clean and comfortable cottage, beautifully situated near Whinlatter forest.

Lovely clean and comfortable cottage, beautifully situated near Whinlatter forest. Quiet location but conveniently near enough to Keswick. The host, Gabby, was attentive and made sure our stay was welcoming with personal touches. We will book again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Thank you for sharing your gorgeous cottage with us.

Thank you for sharing your gorgeous cottage with us. We had a lovely time. Home from home. We will definitely come back?
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fi McGregor

This is a lovely cottage in a wonderful rural location right beside the wonderful whinlatter forest.

This is a lovely cottage in a wonderful rural location right beside the wonderful whinlatter forest. Its the perfect central position for easy access to Keswick and Cockermouth and all the lakes as well as the coast. There isnparking eight outside, The kitchen is very well equipped with quality appliances and has pretty views. the sitting room is comfortable with lovely mountain views. The double bedrooms are very good and the bathroom is spacious with a shower over the bath. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this character cottage and can highly recommend
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Graham H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Lovely cottage

Great accommodation in perfect location - near stream and forest.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jess f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal for a week exploring the lakes

Great location, close enough to Keswick but in a peaceful, quiet location. The cottage itself has everything you could need and there are great walks and cycles on and off road straight from the front door! Bottle of bubbles to greet us was a lovely surprise.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet

Peaceful location and the property clean and well-stocked with the essentials. Loved the little river running past.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A hideaway

Well-cared for property with all that we needed. Nice to be welcomed with a letter from our hosts and a bottle of prosecco! The river running by the old sawmill sent me to sleep at night, and the peace of the area was great, while the closeness of Keswick meant you were easily able to get stores or find eating places.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Fairholme Cottage.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Fairholme Cottage. The location is very quiet with lots of wildlife (a very friendly pheasant) and the beautiful red squirrels. The cottage is much more spacious than the photographs reflect and it is very well equipped. The decor is lovely and the cottage clean. Can't wait to return.

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