House holiday rentals in Applethwaite

Hawkhow Cottage, Glenridding

Hawkhow Cottage compromises four bedrooms and sleeps seven comfortably or eight cosily. Upstairs you will find three bedrooms (one King, one double and one twin) and a bathroom. Downstairs there is an additional bedroom (small double), a shower room and a traditional Aga-warmed kitchen. The glass and oak-framed extension provides a large living room with log burning stove and a galleried dining area. The property will be prepared ready for your arrival with freshly laundered bed linen and bath towels supplied for your stay. We have provided a selection of games, puzzles and toys to keep you entertained inside (and the optional use of a TV and Xbox One) as well as books, maps and guides to help you plan your activities outside. There is ample parking on-site. Guests also have shared use of the main house’s extensive gardens and grounds, including the sauna. Please note that the garden is steep with drop-offs in places, it has a number of steps and paths that can be extremely slippery, as well as running water courses, ponds and bridges. As well as having Ullswater on your doorstep for sailing, kayaking and wild swimming, there are a number of fabulous walks and bicycle rides that can be started from the cottage without ever needing to get into your car. Keen walkers can even start the climb to Helvellyn by walking up the garden to join recognised footpaths. Glenridding is a beautiful 15 minute walk along the Lake and provides a number of cafes, pubs and shops as well as access to the famous Ullswater Steamers. A slightly longer walk along the Lake in the opposite direction will take you past Glencoyne Bay, the inspiration for William Wordsworth’s ‘Daffodils’ poem, to the popular Aira Force waterfall and trails maintained by the National Trust.

Orchard Cottage @ Gretna

The cottage sleeps 6 with a wood fired hot tub Just off the M6/M74 2 bed cottage set in a large private garden with ample parking Ideally located Gretna Green Weddings Designer Outlet Hidden River/ Annan Distillery Hetland Hall weddings Hadrian's Wall The Lake District Coastal Path National Cycle Route 7 South West Scotland Coast Wood fired Hot Tub is available at £50 per night - payable on arrival to allow flexibility, this can take 2/3 hours to heat up depending on the time of year

The Ullswater View

This stylish place to stay is perfect for group trips. Formerly The Ullswater View Guest House has been transformed to a stylish self catering accomodation. Perfect for groups and families. The property is has amazing views of Ullswater and surrounding fells. Situated in the hamlet of Watermillock, five miles from Glenridding and three miles from Pooley Bridge. It has a large car park and a terrace for you to sit and enjoy the view. Keswick is twenty minutes away and Windermere forty minutes.

Dancing Gate - family home near Keswick

Dancing Gate is situated in an outstanding location less than two miles from Keswick, a former farmhouse which has been carefully renovated to retain its original character and also provide facilities to make your stay here comfortable and relaxing. Ideal for couples and families alike. Dancing Gate has panoramic views of Whinlatter Forest, Grisedale Pike range, Newlands Valley, Borrowdale and the Helvellyn Range. Walk and cycle routes available from the doorstep. Dog friendly, working Farm.

Delightful, spacious house, sleeps six. Parking.

This is a wonderful holiday house, sleeps six, spacious and welcoming. It is only a five minute level walk into Keswick, a great location for exploring this beautiful area. The house offers private off street parking and pretty garden to front and back with seating area. Also a real log fire in the front sitting room. All mod cons, from Smart TV, great WIFI. Washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave, fridge freezer, cooker. We have a BBQ and table tennis table too. Brand new bathroom

Traditional townhouse in Keswick

This former guest house on Blencathra Street in central Keswick never feels overcrowded. 5 double bedrooms comfortably sleeps 10 guests. The dining room seats up to 12, the kitchen diner seats 4, plus a large living room with open fires and views of Skiddaw and Latrigg. Also private parking for 2 cars (priceless in summer) The shops, bars and restaurants of Keswick are just a short walk, as is Derwent Water with numerous activities. Very easy access to local walks from your doorstep too.

Oak Barn - accessibility to all

Oak Barn is located in the Lake District. Access to the lakes is only a 20 minute car drive away. Fully accessible to all to allow you to unwind and recharge. This welcoming 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house accommodates up to 6 guests with a sofa bed on the gallery. Enjoy the beautiful scenic views with floor to ceiling panoramic glass front, set in idyllic countryside with the opportunity to enjoy walking whilst taking in the country air. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway.

Rural Idyll close to Keswick.

TAN HOWE DYKE is situated between Keswick and Cockermouth, close to Bassenthwaite Lake. A refurbished cottage dating back to Victorian times within a small group of rural properties, opposite picturesque St. Barnabas Church Setmurthy; enjoying beautiful Lakeland views towards the Skiddaw Massif & Binsey. The property is just a short walk from the Lakes Distillery. Fishing, available at nearby Bassenthwaite Lake. TAN HOWE DYKE features landscaped garden and patio.

Wythop School, Lake District

Located in the Lake District National Park on the coast to coast cycle route, Wythop School sits on the side of Ling Fell with views towards Bassenthwaite Lake. The old village school has been renovated to provide comfortable accommodation for up to 10 guests. The village has a pub and hotel offering good food and real ale. All other amenities (supermarkets, shops, bars, restaurants, museums etc) can be found in Cockermouth, a 4 mile drive away.

The Sparrow Cottage Mire house

The Sparrow cottage is perfect for romantic, cosy nights away and to explore the beautiful fells. Head outside to the private dining area overlooking countryside and fell views. Watch the newborn lambs being born in springtime and listen to the beautiful birds all year round. On a lovely starry night enjoy a soak in your luxury private hot tub with a glass of bubbles and a good book.

The Old Map Shop

The Old Map Shop was originally part of the village school. In more recent times it was a map shop, but then lay empty for a number of years before it was sensitively converted into a holiday property in 2020 - 2021. Caldbeck has a pub, cafes and a few shops. It is a great base for exploring the northern fells or for a stop on the Cumbria Way.

Halfpenny Cottage - Cosy Retreat in Borrowdale

"The mountains are calling and I must go" Come and escape to the mountains. A hikers, mountain biker, climbers mecca nestled in the heart of the Borrowdale Valley, with stunning views. A newly renovated cottage with a mix of traditional/contemporary. Perfect cosy retreat for outdoor lovers looking for something special.