Lake View Cottage

4.8 Based on 36 reviews
  • Thornthwaite
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 2

Overview

Lake View is situated in the attractive village of Thornthwaite as part of the former Swan Coaching Inn dating back to the mid seventeenth century. The cottage itself has glorious views over Lake Bassenthwaite and the Derwent Valley overlooked by the mighty Skiddaw one of the loftiest peaks in the National Park. The Whinlatter forest park popular for walking, outdoor activities and cycling, is also right next door and there are many walks to be enjoyed in the surrounding area together with a chance to see Ospreys which nest nearby. The village of Braithwaite is a mile down the road with 3 excellent pubs, and nearby Keswick offers evening theatre, cinema and town shopping including the well renowned Booths Supermarket. There are also well known restaurants nearby which include The Pheasant Inn and Middle Ruddings pub.

Features

Parking
Parking
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Great views
Great views
Balcony/Terrace
Balcony/Terrace
Bus stop within 0.5 miles
Bus stop within 0.5 miles
Central Heating
Central Heating
Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Freezer
Freezer
Fridge
Fridge
Garden
Garden
Gas & Electric Included
Gas & Electric Included
Hair Dryer
Hair Dryer
Iron & Ironing board
Iron & Ironing board
Linen Provided
Linen Provided
Non-Smoking
Non-Smoking
Osprey viewpoint
Osprey viewpoint
Oven
Oven
Peaceful
Peaceful
Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Towels
Towels
Views
Views
The property benefits from extensive shared landscaped gardens and a purpose built covered communal Barbeque area

Description

The lounge has been renovated to an exceptional standard, and includes a quality suite with a two-seater sofa and two chairs, an electric feature fireplace, TV, DVD, and CD player, and a dining table with four chairs.

The stunning new kitchen is sure to make cooking a pleasure and comes fully fitted with a fridge-freezer, dishwasher, electric oven and hob, a microwave, a washing machine, tumble dryer and a selection of cookbooks. There is plenty of worktop and cupboard space.

Directly off the kitchen is a large outside patio deck with seating, overlooking the fabulous gardens and the breathtaking views beyond.

The master bedroom with fitted cupboards, has a king-size bed and en-suite shower room with a WC, basin and heated towel rail. The second bedroom also has a double bed, together with fitted cupboards. The bedrooms are dressed with luxury linen and towels.

The main bathroom has a large bath with shower, a WC, basin and heated towel rail.

The property benefits from extensive, shared, landscaped gardens including a pond. There are designated storage racks for bicycles at the back of the property together with a purpose-built covered, communal barbecue area.

Ample parking off-road at the front of the main building is also available.

The shores of Lake Bassenthwaite can also be accessed via a signposted short walk from the rear of the property.

Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout.

The perfect place to enjoy a relaxing Lake District holiday, Thornthwaite has plenty of walks right on its doorstep: everything from fine tops to valley rambles. For cyclists, there is a cycle path passing through Thornthwaite, with incredible links to the rest of the North Lakes cycling paths.

For those looking for a slower pace, Bassenthwaite Lake has plenty of opportunities to sail and fish, or take in the surrounding wildlife. The southern tip of Bassenthwaite has been transformed into a wildlife sanctuary, so keep an eye out for the local fauna! During the season, the famous Bassenthwaite Ospreys can often be seen flying overhead.

If you’re looking to venture out into the Lake District without a car, Thornthwaite is serviced by the X4 and X5 bus services, running all the way from Workington to Penrith, linking Thornthwaite to local train stations.

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Reviews

Brilliant
Brilliant cottage, location was excellent on the edge of the whinlatter forest .The cottage had plenty of room, it was very clean , warm & comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped.really nice modern bathrooms It was made extra special with the Christmas tree & extras left by the staff. Thank you we had a wonderful stay & will definitely book again. Really helpful team.

Hi, Sue! We're so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Lake View cottage is such a lovely property, well-equipped and in a perfect location. It's great to know that you appreciated the little extras, too! We're all about the magic of Christmas, and spreading joy! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , January 2026

Lovely views and comfortable stay
This place is in a lovely location and is a decent size property with plenty of parking. The beds are really comfy and showers nice and powerful. Lovely soft sheets and towels. The kitchen is well equipped. Great views from front and back of the property too. It would be even better if it had a more comfortable sofa, bigger TV and decent size dining room table (it's tiny for 4 people).

Hi Rachel, Thank you for review. The views from Lake View Cottage over Bassenthwaite are stunning whatever the weather and provide lots of inspiration when planning your adventures. We hope you had a great holiday and hope we can welcome you back to one of our fantastic properties in the future. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages.

Keswick Cottages , November 2025

A lovely apartment in a beautiful part of the world
The cottage was part of a large former hotel and it has been converted very sympathetically. The rooms are large, clean, and comfortable - we had a lot of space for the two of us (and the dog!) One of my favourite things was the picture window in the lounge, with beautiful views across the countryside down to the lake. The beds were very comfortable and the area was quiet. We did have a couple of issues with the boiler going off and the kettle not working but these were dealt with quickly. Beside that, everything was great and we had a wonderful time - shame about the rain!

Hi Cheryl, Thank you for your review. Lake View Cottage in Thornthwaite is a great location for a holiday in the Lakes. It is located near some great walks such as Barf and Wythop and Keswick is only a 10 minute car or bus journey away. I'm glad we could get the issues sorted quicky for you and we hope you had a fantastic stay despite the weather! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , September 2025

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Very clean, well equipped kitchen, nice grounds and fabulous views front and back. Good location for exploring the northern lakes.
We had the most incredible stay at this beautiful property in the Lake District. From the moment we arrived, everything felt welcoming and thoughtfully prepared. The location was perfect: peaceful and secluded, but only a short drive (or a long, scenic walk!) to some amazing views, great pubs, and some fantastic hiking trails. We loved being able to set off on foot and find hidden tarns and breathtaking views without even needing the car.Inside, everything was spotlessly clean and incredibly well-equipped . The bed was one of the most comfortable we've ever slept in, and waking up to the mist rolling over the hills was pure magic.Our host was fantastic — friendly, quick to communicate.If you're looking for a peaceful, charming base to explore the Lake District, you honestly couldn't do better. We didn’t want to leave — and we're already planning our next visit!
It was just like home from home, everything you could ever need is right there. Great place to stay and make memories that last a lifetime, would definitely return. Highly recommended.
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