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A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range.

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Cookware/dishes/utensils
TV, fireplace

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range.

A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fire included. Cot available on request. . Bike store. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Visit England 3 Star.. Set in 10 acres of gardens and meadows on the foothills of the Skiddaw range, Garries Cottage is adjoining the owner’s 17th Century home, in a quiet and tranquil area above Bassenthwaite village. Garries Cottage has open plan living space with Lakeland stone fireplace with open fire and beams. The kitchen overlooks the rear garden where you can see a variety of visiting wildlife, red squirrels and woodpeckers are common visitors. From this elevated position you can see Bassenthwaite Lake with panoramic views of the surrounding fells and over to the West, some spectacular sunsets. Many grades of walking direct from the door, from gentle woodland and meadow walks to the more strenuous heights of Skiddaw. An area of occasional farms nestling into the fells reached by meandering lanes and far from the madding crowds, but within easy reach of Keswick and Cockermouth and the popular northern fells and lakes.
Free WiFi

High chair hire - £10.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

2 bedroom accommodation in near Bassenthwaite Cottage
2 bedroom accommodation in near Bassenthwaite near Bassenthwaite
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About the area

Map
near Bassenthwaite

What's nearby

  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 6 min drive
  • Bassenthwaite Lake - 6 min drive
  • Skiddaw - 12 min drive
  • Derwentwater - 14 min drive
  • Lodore Falls - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Workington Station - 25 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chief Justice of the Common Pleas - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Pheasant Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lakeland Spice - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Lakes Distillery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bank Tavern - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bassenthwaite Lake, Church Bay and Mirehouse & Gardens. Lake District Wildlife Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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A 17th century cottage nestling in the foothills of the Skiddaw range. Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Lovely cottage, perfect for a quiet break and excellent walking access to skiddaw.
Lovely cottage, perfect for a quiet break and excellent walking access to skiddaw. Very helpful owners live in the cottage next door. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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8/10 Good

Dave

Lovely location and a very quaint and quirky cottage.
Lovely location and a very quaint and quirky cottage. Perfect for a quiet and relaxing escape to the countryside, with stunning walks direct from the property. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn and Peter

An excellent location which we've visited several times.
An excellent location which we've visited several times. Lovely location, very friendly owners, and ideally placed to explore the Northern Lakes from. The cottage is cosy, very well maintained and lovely to stay in. An added bonus is the wildlife which includes a wide variety of garden birds and red squirrels in the woods. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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8/10 Good

Oren

A cosy cottage with very solicitous hosts.
A cosy cottage with very solicitous hosts. It's in a great location with good walking nearby; wonderfully placed around the back of Skiddaw but near enough Keswick's shops and with Bassenthwaite village's Sun Inn a half-hour walk away. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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8/10 Good

Ana

Beautiful location, and great access to local amenities.
Beautiful location, and great access to local amenities. Friendly and helpful owner. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

CAROLYN

We were greeted by the lovely owner, Marlene.
We were greeted by the lovely owner, Marlene. Nice and warm in the cosy cottage. Very peaceful setting with lots of walking options. Lucky with the weather. It is certainly an option to revisit.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely cosy little cottage.
Lovely cosy little cottage. Owners are very friendly and helpful and live next door. Countryside location surrounded by a pretty garden to sit out in, great for the dogs. There are red squirrels to be seen in the area, apparently they come in the garden too. We stayed here for a week and had super weather. Keswick is not far, with a lovely theatre and plenty of shops, amenities and a weekly market. Pub in the village, which you can walk to. Only negative would be no washing machine but the owner is happy to allow use of hers, so not a problem.
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8/10 Good

Sandra

Cottage is in a beautiful location .
Cottage is in a beautiful location . Downstairs is a little cramped , would’ve been a bit tight with four people . Nice gardens out back , unfortunately we didn’t have the weather to sit out there ! Lots of great walks from Keswick , 20mins drive away.
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10/10 Excellent

Lynda

We had a really lovely holiday at Garries Cottage.
We had a really lovely holiday at Garries Cottage. We loved the more remote location - but not that far from amenities in Keswick or Cockermouth. The owners were very helpful, friendly and welcoming. The cottage is cosy, well equipped and comfortable - and owners happy to help put with clothes washing/drying if needed. Would definitely recommend.
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8/10 Good

Heather

Outdated and overrun with cobwebs .
Outdated and overrun with cobwebs . The place needs a deep clean . The woodland advertised isn’t mature , has no pathways and really isn’t a woodland at all . No peace to be had in the garden due to the crows in the trees . Advertised as no smoking ( as all are ) but when you get there it says no smoking in the grounds too ! The single track road is a nightmare ! The owner is lovely and accommodating , but the cottage needs some work !
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10/10 Excellent

Ian

A very spacious cottage surrounded by stunning landscapes.
A very spacious cottage surrounded by stunning landscapes. The owners were very friendly and polite. It has its own private woodland which is completely fenced in which was great for the dog to have him off the lead. Red squirrels came straight to the back door.Fantastic walks straight from the front door. Great pub 1 mile away and only 2 miles to the lake. Had a fantastic week will certainly book again.
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8/10 Good

Bill

A small, but very cosy cottage in a superb location.
A small, but very cosy cottage in a superb location. Sufficiently "off the beaten track" to be very quiet and peaceful, but only a short drive to Keswick and ideal for the Lake District fells. Great for dogs: there is a good exercise area within the grounds, and a bridleway leading up to the Cumbrian Way is only a couple of minutes away. Super wildlife - red squirrels were regular visitors when we were there. Also, the Sun Inn in nearby Bassenthwaite village is excellent - and dog-friendly. Highly recommended.