Mill House

4.9 Based on 24 reviews
  • Braithwaite
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 2.5

Overview

Welcome to the beautifully refurbished Mill House, a 3- bedroom property which comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests. This picture-perfect cottage is a real treat for your holiday and not to be missed. Packed full of charm, character and original features, Mill House is situated at the heart of Braithwaite village, a sought-after location for any lover of the Lake District! Enjoy walks from the doorstep, explore nearby Whinlatter or a local ale at one of the fantastic nearby pubs. This idyllic retreat may just tempt you to a slower paced break, as you can hear the peaceful sound of the nearby running beck while relaxing in the home and pretty garden space.

Features

Parking
Parking
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
No pets allowed
No pets allowed
Great views
Great views
Bike Storage
Bike Storage
Bus stop within 0.5 miles
Bus stop within 0.5 miles
Central Heating
Central Heating
Log Burner/ Open Fire
Log Burner/ Open Fire
Linen Provided
Linen Provided
Non-Smoking
Non-Smoking
Pub within 1 mile
Pub within 1 mile
Shop within 1 mile
Shop within 1 mile
Towels
Towels
All three bedrooms have comfort at the forefront, with brand new quality mattresses, luxury bed linen and towels

Description

As you enter the property via the porch at the front you are instantly greeted into the heart of the house. The hallway leads to different areas of the property and retains original features with the wooden block flooring.

Heading left off the hallway is the spacious and bright living room decorated with neutral colours and highlighting the original exposed beams. There are two two-seater sofas and a coffee table which surround the cosy log burner. If you're looking for a spot to enjoy your morning coffee or a good book, them the window seat provides just that with views over the garden and towards the village.

Straight ahead off the hallway is the large utility space and downstairs toilet. Fitted with plenty of storage, a sink and a washer/dryer, it's the ideal place to store any outdoor kit. The stable doors lead to another porch off the rear of the property, fantastic for kicking off muddy boots.

To the right of the hallway is a spacious entertainment/games room with views to the front and the rear of the property. Here you will find a pool table, and original features shining through with the impressive fireplace and the tiled flooring.

Off the games room is the modern kitchen-diner. The kitchen has been newly-fitted with clean, white marble worktops and is equipped with everything you could need for your self-catering holiday in the Lake District. The high-vaulted ceilings add to the feelings of space and the large windows to the rear of the room allow you to take in the beautiful garden and the fells beyond.. The kitchen consists of a fridge/freezer, oven and electric hob, dishwasher, kettle, toaster and even a pod coffee machine. The kitchen also has plenty of storage for your belongings and a breakfast bar. The dining area is an excellent space where six people can comfortably socialise and dine while recounting the days adventures, and planning the next!

The beautiful, enclosed garden wraps around the property and is a sun trap on a beautiful Lakeland day. It’s a peaceful place to sit and enjoy either your morning coffee or a drink in the evening whilst enjoying the blissful sound of the river and fell views beyond. The pretty patio area, with table and chairs, is the perfect place to gather for al fresco dining.

Moving upstairs, the master bedroom is the first door you come to on your left. The modern, neutral decor continues in this room, with the modern rattan furniture and the curved feature wall creating a bohemian feel. The are windows to the front and rear of the property providing stunning views. The room also benefits from a newly-fitted en suite with white marble décor. There is a further two bedrooms, one double and one twin. Both bedrooms have a built-in closet to store your belongings. There is also a family bathroom with a shower over the bath, sink and WC.

To the front of the property is the driveway that comfortably fits two cars.

Visitors can enjoy the convenience of complimentary unlimited full fibre broadband.

Braithwaite is a cosy, close-knit village just outside of Keswick. With a village shop, three local pubs, and plenty of walks right on your doorstep, you won’t even need to leave the village.

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

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Reviews

Delighful cottage in stunning location
Mill House is situated in one of the prettiest and most peaceful parts of Braithwaite. Just across The Puddle (the road to the cottage) is Coledale Beck with its little bridges adorned with flowers. The cottage itself is generously sized, well-appointed and was spotlessly clean. It is light inside and the lounge/dining-room/kitchen is surrounded with windows and lovely views. The bedrooms share these views, and the master bedroom is dual aspect looking down the Beck on one side towards Skiddaw and up The Puddle the other side towards Kinn. The cottage has a private driveway though the gates are a little narrow for a large car. The garden at the back is magnificent and allows you to relax to the sound of the Beck. One thing we would particularly praise about the kitchen is that two cupboards were empty meaning we had places to store our food and some of our own utensils. There was very little to fault but in the interests of constructive criticism, the ensuite basin is just suitable for handwashing. Any other washing would need to use the full-sized basin in the bathroom which might result in a queue should there be six people staying. We would also have liked places in the bathroom to hang bath towels and places in the kitchen to hang tea towels.

Hi John, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review of Mill House. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cottage's stunning location in Braithwaite and appreciated its peaceful setting, beautiful views, spacious layout and immaculate cleanliness. It's lovely to know that the light-filled living space, magnificent garden and thoughtful kitchen storage all helped make your stay comfortable and relaxing. We also appreciate your constructive feedback regarding the ensuite basin and the provision of towel and tea towel hanging spaces. Comments like these are invaluable to us and help both us and future guests choose the right property for their stay. If you return to the area, we'd highly recommend a visit to the beautiful Newlands Valley, which offers some of the most spectacular scenery and walking routes in the Lake District. We hope to welcome you back to Mill House again soon. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages.

Keswick Cottages , October 2026

Fantastic Location Shame About the Cleaning
The house is in an excellent location. It is a lovely houses with a nice light kitchen diner, that all the family can fit. The only real negatives are around the cleanliness in certain areas, the baking trays and pans had not been cleaned at all, just used and put back in the drawer with no washing, the en-suite shower was overflowing into the bathroom, on inspection it was full of hair from previous occupants, it had clearly not been cleaned in a long time. The provision of household products are not adequate, for example; 3 dish washing tablets for a weeks stay, 20ml of washing up liquid and no shower gel. It's these items that let a lovely property down and reduce the value for money. Having said all that we enjoyed our stay and would stay here again.

?Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the location and spacious facilities. Braithwaite village is perfect for a scenic peaceful getaway with the great outdoors on the doorstep. As a small local agency, providing excellent customer service and high quality accommodation is our main priority, and had we been made aware of any shortcomings during your stay we would have attended straight away, so please never hesitate to contact us. We have now carried out some further training with the cleaner so we appreciate you bringing these points to our attention. We provide a complimentary starter supply to help guests settle in on arrival, rather than provisions for the full duration of a stay. The guest guide explains exactly what is included in this complimentary pack, and for guests who require additional supplies, we also offer a Basics Pack which provides excellent value for money. We hope to welcome you back to the Lakes in the near future. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages.

Keswick Cottages , October 2026

Fantastic house in a perfect location
Mill House is a perfect property to enjoy some relaxing family time, there is everything you need and we all loved playing pool in the evenings. There are lots of walks from the doorstep, even Keswick is only a couple of miles down a trail and there are lots of buses. We didn't use the car for the whole time we were there. Hopefully we will be back again soon.

Thank you, Laura, for your wonderful review! We're so pleased you had such a relaxing stay at Mill House. The location really is ideal for exploring the local area, whether that's lakeside walks, fell adventures, browsing Keswick's independent shops and cafés, or enjoying attractions like the Theatre by the Lake and Derwentwater. It's great to hear you were able to leave the car behind and make the most of everything on the doorstep. We hope to welcome you and your family back for another Lake District getaway very soon!

Keswick Cottages , September 2026

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This is a luxury rental done so well. Plenty of space. Everything you need. Location perfect to walk straight to hills and food and drink
Location of Braithwaite in the North Lakes is superb, location of the holiday property in Braithwaite 10/10.
We had a fantastic stay at this holiday home and couldn’t have asked for more. The location is absolutely beautiful, offering a peaceful setting that really lets you switch off and relax. The property itself was spotlessly clean and incredibly spacious, making it perfect for a comfortable getaway. The facilities were excellent throughout, with fast and reliable wifi and a brilliant kitchen that was a real highlight for us—especially as we were travelling with two chefs who made full use of it to cook some amazing meals. The beds were very comfortable, ensuring a great night’s sleep, and the games room was a brilliant added bonus that kept everyone entertained. Overall, this is a superb holiday home in a stunning location, and we would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing and well-equipped place to stay.
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