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Loft apartment with breakfast
The spacious loft is the perfect place to relax after a day's sightseeing or travelling. The private entrance means the space is completely your own to relax and enjoy a bit of TV or film, or find out more about the area and it's history The main room has a comfortable king size bed, TV and seating area. The second bedroom has a microwave and fridge with fresh milk a plentiful supply of breakfast cereals , teas & coffee and a single chair bed. A bus is available from Hadrians wall To Brampton

Private, comfortable apartment with Skiddaw View
Lovely self contained apartment, private entrance, key pad access. Large en-suite king-size room with vaulted ceiling, relaxing chairs for reading, fluffy towels, robes and luxury products. Beautiful garden with BBQ/wood burning-stove. Bassenthwaite Lake is short walk and The Royal Oak pub is in the next village (Braithwaite) just over 1 mile away. The X5 bus runs past the door to Cockermouth, Workington to the west and to Keswick via Braithwaite (the pub). Great reviews and superhost.

Yan at Tarn Banks Farm
Tarn Banks is nestled in the hillside village of Mockerkin, just before you head up and over into the Loweswater Valley, past Crummock water and on to Buttermere and beyond. It is the perfect location to explore the beauty of the Lake District whether you want to walk, climb, swim, cycle or drive. Relax and unwind- we have carefully renovated a beautiful old farmhouse and curated it for your comfort and enjoyment. Mountains and lakes 5 minutes. Cockermouth 10 minutes Keswick 20 minutes.

Lakes cottage with stunning view & private hot tub
Welcome to Highside a delightful cottage set in a secluded location overlooking the tranquil village of Lorton. Dating back to 1695 (as engraved on the fireplace in the kitchen), the cottage retains many original features but has been sympathetically modernised. The cottage resides within our farm, Terrace Farm with open countryside and panoramic views of the Lakeland Fells and numerous Wainwrights including Melbreak, Whiteside, Low Fell, Hopegillhead to name but a few.

Laal Cwtch: Dog friendly house; the Lake District
A fab dog-friendly upside down house with amazing views of the lake district fells. A great open plan house for chilling or catching up with friends and family. 3 comfortable bedrooms, two additional sleeping areas (a day bed and a sofa bed). Great for walking and outdoor adventures, and 20 minutes drive from the sea. Easy linked to the beautiful gem town of Cockermouth, cultural Keswick, and bustling Carlisle as we are just off the main A road.

Delightful Lake District Listed Cottage
Our well presented and characterful holiday home, nestled in a small row of terraced cottages, is perfect for those who want a rural retreat surrounded by stunning Lake District scenery. This beautiful early 18th century, grade II listed cottage features beamed ceilings, slate floors and plenty of character but with modern bathrooms and appliances, making it ideal for a family break or perfect for couples thanks to the additional bathroom.

The Beehive, Springfield House, Grasmere
Nestled in the heart of the beautiful village of Grasmere, this cosy one-bedroom basement apartment at Springfield House sleeps two and makes a welcoming retreat for your Lake District escape. While it’s a basement flat, it’s surprisingly bright and airy, as shown in the photos. Surrounded by stunning fells and close to tranquil lakes, it’s a warm and comfortable base to relax, unwind and explore everything the Lakes have to offer

The Byre at Hole House
A cosy, converted byre set in tranquil Cumbrian countryside, this is a perfect base for exploring the Lake District or a peaceful hideaway for two. We live in the adjoining farmhouse, but you have your own parking area and separate front door. Surrounded by wildlife, trees and traditional farmland, it offers perfect peace and relaxation. There is fibre broadband. Dogs welcome! King size bed or two single beds.

Luxury apartment in Ullswater.
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Formerly The Ullswater View guest house. We are two minutes walk from the shores of beautiful Ullswater lake. Relax in the whirlpool bath after a days hiking, overlooking the stunning views of the lake and fells beyond. Newly refurbished living area. Located three miles from Pooley Bridge and five miles from Glenridding. We are just 8 miles from J40 on the M6.

Keskadale Farm, Oaks Apartment
Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Wonderful and unique views. So many walks and hikes on your doorstep. Views of many fells Catbells, Robinson, Mosey Bank, Maiden Moor and Aikin all ready for you to explore. This accommodation is perfect for those wanting to visit the Lake District in the serene Newlands Valley and enjoy lots of walks with the benefit of being a short drive into Keswick.

Camping barn under Catbells in the Lake District
We are a nature friendly farm at the foot of Catbells. Great walking straight from the door. We cater for walkers and cyclists who will appreciate the peace and quiet of the location. The accommodation is very basic with a small kitchen area, a wood burning stove, 3 single mattresses, and a double bed on the mezzanine. The bathroom is next to the camping barn, and there is a washing up area outside.

Wood House Cottage
Spectacularly situated in the beautiful Buttermere valley, Wood House Cottage offers sole use of the cottage for your group. The lake is a one minute walk away, where there is a delightful pebble beach and a breathtaking view. Next door to the cottage we have a guest house with three en suite bedrooms (a double and two twin rooms). Please see the three separate listings on Airbnb for these rooms.
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All about Buttermere
Nestled in a valley between Crummock Water and the idyllic lake that gives it its name is Buttermere, a picturesque village in the western corner of the Lake District, about 30 minutes from the larger market towns of Keswick and Cockermouth. Here you can feel truly at one with nature, in a tranquil setting where there are just a few farms and houses, a chapel, and two inns surrounded by rugged peaks and unspoilt landscapes.
Many are drawn to this part of the Lake District for the many amazing walks on offer. The path around Buttermere Lake is considered to be one of the best in the Lake District, not just for its relatively easy rating but because it offers stunning views along the way. The Buttermere to Rannerdale walk climbs to the summit of Rannerdale Knotts, offering breathtaking views over three lakes and the Cumbrian peaks. The walk to Scale Force, which is hidden in a tree-lined gorge, leads you to the tallest single-drop waterfall in the Lake District.
What are the top things to do in Buttermere?
Buttermere Lake
The seven-kilometre walk around Buttermere Lake offers spectacular views over the water and surrounding area. You’ll pass Fleetwith Pike, a near-vertical cliff from the summit towards Honister Pass. The contrast of green fields with the black rock where Fleetwith meets Haystacks provides a unique landscape. A highlight of the walk is the tunnel through a rockface, which was carved for a local landowner in the 1880s.
Crummock Water
Starting from the nearby Lanthwaite Wood car park, take a short walk that opens up to a glorious view of the Crummock Water. From this spot, you’ll also enjoy stunning vistas of the surrounding area, including Grassmoor, Rannerdale Knotts, Red Pike, and Mellbreak. A little further on, you’ll find a shingle beach, which is popular for swimming in summer; from here, you could continue to the 14-kilometre walk around the lake.
Scale Force Walk
Starting from the Buttermere village car park, this path heads along Crummock Water to Scale Force, the tallest single-drop waterfall in the Lake District. At a height of around 50 metres, the waterfall carves through a rugged gorge and is a truly spectacular sight. From Buttermere, the walk there and back should take around two hours, although there are many other paths you can include, including a hike to the summit of Red Pike.
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