Self catering cottage in Applethwaite, Cumbria

Accommodation details

The cottage lies on the edge of the pretty hamlet of Millbeck, in the shadow of the magnificent Skiddaw mountain (4 miles). Keswick (2.5 miles) is the Adventure Capital of the Lake District and has a fabulous range of pubs, shops, restaurants, a cinema and a theatre by the lake, as well as attractions including the Derwent Pencil Museum, Puzzling Place, the Kong Adventure Centre and the Castlerigg Stone Circle.

Local activities include kayaking, rock climbing, ghyll scrambling, canoeing, fishing, mountain biking and fell-walking. As well as the magnificent Bassenthwaite Lake (4 miles) and the majestic Derwentwater (2.5 miles), you can explore Whinlatter Forest Park (6 miles), Mirehouse and Gardens (2.5 miles) and the Lake District Wildlife Park (6.5 miles).

Stepping into this refreshing and airy cottage, the welcoming kitchen/diner provides a fantastic space for you to gather, chat and share a favourite family meal. The country-style kitchen features stone floor tiles, an alcove dining area and a range of equipment including a fridge/freezer, double oven with hob, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine.

The cosy lounge is a wonderful space for everyone to relax in, with two beautiful sash windows overlooking the garden, plenty of comfortable seating, TV, DVD player and a wood burner. A staircase leads from the kitchen to the first floor where you will find a delightful room which can serve as a parlour or children's playroom and has a TV, a selection of games and a day bed.

The first of the cottage's three restful bedrooms is on this floor: a charming and relaxing king-size room. This floor also has a large bathroom complete with shower over the bath and a WC. The final bedrooms are on the second floor: there's an attractive triple room with a single bed and a set of bunk beds, with a window overlooking the beck as it tumbles past; and a light, elegant master bedroom with king-size sleigh bed, dressing table, built-in wardrobes and a stylish en-suite shower room complete with shower and WC.

Going outside, the pretty garden features a choice of outdoor furniture and makes an idyllic spot for you to sit back with a glass of wine and enjoy the glorious views and the sound of the stream trickling down the hill.