How End

4.7★

9 Guests
4 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

26 Customer Review(s)

Keith
June 2024

“Wonderful place to stay, with fantastic scenery and location.”

The reason for visiting, was to celebrate my 70th birthday with my family and we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay there. Only downside, is the continuing, post covid, leaving arrangements. Not sure if these over the top rules, are required anymore. A large party trying to complete these tasks by 09.00, is not easy or realistic.

The reason for visiting, was to celebrate my 70th birthday with my family and we all thoroughly enjoyed our stay there. Only downside, is the continuing, post covid, leaving arrangements. Not sure if these over the top rules, are required anymore. A large party trying to complete these tasks by 09.00, is not easy or realistic.

- Keith, June 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at How End, and hope that you had a lovely time celebrating the birthday. We take all comments on board. Thank you- The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Philippa May 2024

“Thank you for a lovely stay.”

The property is beautiful and we loved the original features and character. And the view...! The house was in a great location although the road (and associated noise) was much closer than we had realised at the time of booking. There was also a very musty smell on arrival. We opened all the windows but unfortunately we could not clear it from the main bedrooms at the right hand end of the property for the duration of the stay. Midway during the week we found a hedgehog in the cattle grid. We lifted it out and called a local hedgehog rescue centre who kindly came out to the house. They reassured us that it was a healthy uninjured female, possibly with young, and we put her back in the garden. They suggested that we ask you to consider putting a brick ramp (or similar) into the bottom of the grate to avoid it happening again - apparently it's quite a common problem with cattle grids! Anyway, thank you again for a lovely stay. It is an area of the Lakes we have not visited before and we will definitely return. Best wishes, Philippa

- Philippa, May 2024
Sandra March 2024

“Beautiful cottage with everything we needed in a really lovely location.”

The bottle of wine was a nice touch and appreciated. Lakelovers were very quick to sort out the problem with the carbon monoxide detector on our arrival, despite it being late afternoon on a bank holiday.

- Sandra, March 2024
Hazel September 2023

“How End is a fantastic property in a wonderful location!”

The house was clean and spacious, plenty of room for 6 adults and a 5-month old. Having a bathroom per couple and still 2 spare was a real benefit and a rare find! The views from the secluded garden and from the huge window in the upstairs lounge area are simply stunning. With Whinlatter Forest literally on the doorstep, so many different walking routes from the house, and 3 pubs in the village, you could easily not use the car all week! We had a wonderful time, were lucky with the weather, and would definitely recommend this property for anyone looking to explore this area of The Lakes

- Hazel, September 2023
Sarah June 2023

“Lovely property very clean and comfortable with stunning views.”

We very much enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend.

- Sarah, June 2023
Susan May 2023

“We had a wonderful family week in Howe End.”

.the property was very well equipped & we loved sitting in the main lounge area with the stunning views over the mountains. We would definitely recommend & will certainly return in the future .

- Susan, May 2023
Michael April 2022

“House was amazing, even better than the photos.”

Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it and would love to go back there. Incredible views from every room.

- Michael, April 2022
Sue January 2022

“We had a wonderful week at How End.”

The location and facilities were perfect. Lovely touch that the woodburning stoves were all set up with wood to light when we arrived. We would definitely stay there again

- Sue, January 2022
Richard October 2021

“Fantastic house and grounds with exceptional views and great location for exploring the Lake District.”

Fully equipped kitchen with everything you could need for a weeks holiday. Property lovely and warm, cleaned to a high standard. Lake Cottages also quickly responded to a request for a replacement kettle. Would certainly recommend the company and the house to anyone heading for a stay in the Lake District.

- Richard, October 2021
Sarah October 2021

“I think the beautiful house would benefit from having a twin room or zip and ...”

I think the beautiful house would benefit from having a twin room or zip and link beds to make a super king size bed or twin beds

- Sarah, October 2021
J September 2021

“For a premium-priced cottage the quality of what was provided was simply inadequate 1) The toaster did not work 2) One of the measuring jugs in the kitchen was cracked and leaked when used - nearly scalding one of our party.”

3) There was no dishcloth, and only sufficient washing-up liquid for one day - we had to buy both 4) there was insufficient toilet rolls to last us the week 5) We were required to put bed linen and towels into bags at the end of our stay but insufficient bags were provided (only 2 bags for 9 people) 6) there were no spare bin liners. we had to use one of the laundry bags meaning there was only one for laundry

- J, September 2021
Jeremy June 2021

“How End is amazing, perfect for special occasion holiday with our grown up family.”

Would highly recommend.

- Jeremy, June 2021
Gillian May 2021

“Stunning house in a perfect location.”

We were 2 families of total 7 people. House was large with extra rooms we actually didn’t even use! One thing to note is that the description says it has only one en-suite bedroom- there are two king rooms with en-suites. The upper floor room using a shower room on the second floor and the third double has use of a shower room opposite. In total there are 5 shower rooms! Sykes Cottages responded very quickly to a query we had - can’t fault a thing- and I’m picky:))

- Gillian, May 2021
Charles August 2020

“We booked this house because it had a games room.”

However, when we arrived there was no equipment for the Pool table or the football table. We rang your office and were told this was due to COVID. Whilst we fully understand, it would have been helpful to have been informed of this before we went. We could have taken our own.

- Charles, August 2020
Steven March 2020

“Great weekend break , cottage was as expected with everything you needed , loads of room as well the place is huge and easy to find ( well it was for our little group ) , 10 minutes walk to the pub what more can you ask for .”

Will definitely be heading back to How End cottage next year .

- Steven, March 2020
Marie October 2019

“We had a wonderful family holiday celebrating my 60th birthday with all 3 generations of the Middleton family.”

Every thing about the house and area was lovely . The only things that could be added would be a tumble dryer and perhaps some outdoor benches and childrens play area? The games room was a bit tight for the men to move around in but they managed and the pool table needs recovered, the guys do take their pool seriously ;-) The walk down to the village was great and the village shop is terrific also the royal oak was ideal for a family lunch . I would recommend your company and especially this home to friends .

- Marie, October 2019
Tim September 2019

“Loved the property and had a wonderful week here.”

Only two comments, firstly the property could do with a tumble dryer, the boot room isn’t always warm enough to dry clothes, especially in the winter. Secondly, it would be night to have a curtain over the entrance to the bedroom and bathroom off the main sitting room. There is already a curtain rail there and has obviously had one before. It just gives some privacy if the users of the bedroom are using there bathroom whilst other people are sat in the living room.

- Tim, September 2019
Walid August 2019

“Amazing communication from Fiona the whole way - before, during and after.”

Thank you! The cottage was so beautiful!!! Had everything we needed and more. Brilliant location and the views were stunning. We were a group of 8 and we were all very happy with the accommodation. The only downside was not being able to open the windows in the kitchen, besides just the one, which only opened about 10cm - not helpful when trying to cook and the alarm going off! Not a big deal, just some feedback for you. I looked everywhere for the keys and couldn't find them! Thanks again!!!

- Walid, August 2019
Aideen April 2019

“We'd loved the cottage and had an amazing week in the lake district, but as I work in PR, just some feedback to make the cottage even better: No tumble dryer to dry clothes and the clothes line was slightly broken (couldn't extent the full height) If the sofa in the sitting room was a sofa bed, it could allow for 1-2 additional guests in the house as it was quite large and plenty of bathrooms.”

- Aideen, April 2019

We are glad that you enjoyed your stay at How End. We will of course get the washing line replaced, also there is a boot room for drying wet items. Property Owner
Paul April 2019

“We found the views out of the large lounge window very beautiful and the kitchen was stocked with high quality equipment.”

We really enjoyed our Holiday. Things that could be improved. 1. The hood over the hob was too low, the taller members of our family kept hitting their head on it! 2. We did not feel in control of when the central heating was working. It would be good to be able to put the system on boost for an hour or so when required.

- Paul, April 2019
Chris February 2019

“Unfortunately the top bedroom bed broke on sitting on it on the second day so had to sleep with mattress on the floor.”

Overall great experience Was tricky to find as not on sat nav and a road was closed at the bottom of the hill

- Chris, February 2019
Neil February 2019

“Friendly & helpful staff in the Lakes Cottages office in Keswick who gave us some useful advice when we picked up the keys regarding some roadworks near to the house that we were renting for 4 days.”

The house was absolutely superb and provided 8 of us with a home from home for 3 excellent days celebrating a family 60th birthday - perhaps the only slight criticism is that the house was much better equipped than described. The kitchen in particular was very well equipped and has absolutely everything that 8 people would need to live permanently in the house. The Library has a load of books, games and jigsaws (which several of us did on the floor in front of the great log burner in the upstairs lounge) and the magnificent view of Skiddaw across the valley from most of the rooms is a joy to behold. A simple half mile walk into Braithwaite (remember to bring a torch as the road is completely unlit) for a choice of pubs but special mention must go to the Royal Oak - great food, friendly staff and an excellent atmosphere. We would love to go back!

- Neil, February 2019
Alan December 2018

“We had a great holiday.”

Great large house with all you could want. Great high pressure showers. Christmas tree and decorations were very nice. Much apprececiated the bottle of wine and panettone cake. The only niggle we had was with the heating. After a while it just goes off and we had to continually keep turning it back on to keep house warm when we were there. I appreciate that this is probably an energy saving measure, but it would be nice to have the house at a constant temperature while we were in.

- Alan, December 2018
Janice October 2018

“Lovely house which could easily accommodate more than 9 guests.”

Lots of space . Could get lost playing hide and seek in here!!! Warm and cosy with lots of hot water. Nice 10 minute stroll to the village which had plenty of facilities ( no supermarket - stock up before you go - plenty of of fridge and freezer space) Check in time could be earlier - particularly when only staying for 3 nights ( 6 hours between change over) another set of keys would have been useful

- Janice, October 2018
Brian August 2018

“Fantastic property.”

Amazing views and the whole experience warrants a 10 out of 10 score. Only minor drawback was the squatters ( chickens ) who left lots of their " calling cards" all over the place, and the roosters in the pack were a little zealous with their alarms. We have to expect when the countryside to accept the surroundings but I would suggest that future guests should be discouraged from feeding them, as they are very persistent in trying to enter the property. Would I go back to How end ? ……………….without a doubt !!!!! This minor setback does not affect my overall score !!!

- Brian, August 2018
David May 2018

“We really enjoyed the stay again - a lovely house with stunning views and very convenient for Keswick and the rest of the North Lakes area.”

One small point - the "spare" freezer (in the utility room) turned itself off on one day, so the ice creams etc in it defrosted. Not sure how, but it then started to work and was OK for the rest of the holiday.

- David, May 2018

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Summary

Over three floors
Four bedrooms: 1 x family bedroom with 1 double and 1 single bed; Master double bedroom with en-suite shower room with bath, shower cubicle and WC, 1 x double bedroom with adjacent shower room, 1x double bedroom with en-suite shower room
1 x family bathrooms with shower over the bath
1 x ground floor shower room with WC
Games room, spacious lounge, library, sitting room, utility room, and drying room with bike storage
Open plan kitchen and diner.
Electric range master with double oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
Pool table, table football, WiFi, TV and DVD player
Centrally heated
Wood burning stove and log burner
Oil and electricity included
Bed linen and towels included
Ample parking on private driveway
Enclosed garden and patio with garden furniture
Storage in drying room for bikes
Shop and pubs in the village
Keswick 7-minute drive

The property

How End is a fantastic cottage, situated in an elevated location in the fabulous village of Braithwaite and boasts panoramic views of the Skiddaw Range from most windows. This spacious cottage comfortably sleeps 8 and is sure to appeal to families or groups of friends who wish to explore the Lake District. Stunning views and scenery await you! How End is an outstanding and characterful 18th century cottage situated in an elevated position in the popular lakeland village of Braithwaite and boasts sweeping panoramic views of the Skiddaw range whilst embracing Bassenthwaite Lake and the beautiful countryside. Braithwaite is a pretty village and is an ideal base for anyone wishing to explore the Northern Lakes, the village has a shop and 2 public houses and is nestled at the foot of both Whinlatter Pass and Newlands Valley where a wide variety of sightseeing, walking, cycling and climbing opportunities await you. Nearby the bustling market town of Keswick offers a wealth of amenities including, museums, parks, golf courses, leisure pool and climbing wall to name but a few. The shores of Derwentwater are a leisurely stroll from Keswick town centre where you can visit the Theatre by the Lake, hire a rowing boat or relax on a launch whilst cruising and taking in some of the most breathtaking scenery in the area. The cottage, which retains many original features including beamed ceilings and solid wood flooring has been lovingly furnished and equipped to a high standard and provides a homely base for families or groups of friends looking for a spectacular base from which to explore the Lake District. The centrally heated accommodation comprises: Large entrance hallway. Open-plan kitchen/diner with wood burning stove, electric range master double oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Utility room with washing machine. Library with a selection of books and games, with views of the Skiddaw range. Sitting room with dual aspect windows giving stunning views to the Skiddaw range. Shower room with WC and hand basin. Inner vestibule leading to a large boiler/drying room ideal for storing bikes and outdoor gear. First floor: Spacious lounge with large bay window having stunning views to the Skiddaw range and Bassenthwaite Lake in the distance, cosy log burner, TV and DVD. Double bedroom with views of the Skiddaw range, adjacent shower room with WC and hand basin. King size bedroom with views of the Skiddaw range and en-suite shower room with hand basin and WC. Master king size bedroom with large luxury bathroom with bath, double shower cubicle, hand basin and WC, dual aspect window with view to Bassenthwate Lake and the Skiddaw range. Family bathroom with shower over bath, hand basin and WC. Second floor: Family bedroom with a double and single bed. Games room with pool table, football table and a selection of games. All oil, electric and bed linen and towels included. Sorry no cot or highchair. Private driveway with ample parking. Delightful enclosed garden to front of the property. Elevated patio garden to the side with garden furniture (seasonal), where you can relax whilst taking in the views of the beautiful countryside. Wi-Fi available.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

BRAITHWAITE

Keswick 3 miles.

Between the magnificent northern lakes of Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite, lies the village of Braithwaite. Still retaining much of its traditional appeal, the Coledale Beck runs through the village with whitewashed Lakeland cottages, two village shops and two real ale Inns each brimming with character! Between Braithwaite and Buttermere is the beautiful Newlands Valley, while picturesque Bassenthwaite Lake is well worth a visit. From a gentle countryside ramble to a challenging hike up Skiddaw, there really is something for everyone. Visit Mirehouse, a grand house and gardens on the shores of the lake with an open-air theatre, or take a trip around the lake. Lake District Wildlife Park, Dodd Wood, Derwentwater, and Keswick with its wide range of attractions, are also within easy reach.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Wonderful place to stay, with fantastic scenery and location.”

“Thank you for a lovely stay.”

“Beautiful cottage with everything we needed in a really lovely location.”

“How End is a fantastic property in a wonderful location!”

“Lovely property very clean and comfortable with stunning views.”

“We had a wonderful family week in Howe End.”

“House was amazing, even better than the photos.”

“We had a wonderful week at How End.”

“Fantastic house and grounds with exceptional views and great location for exploring the Lake District.”

“I think the beautiful house would benefit from having a twin room or zip and ...”

“For a premium-priced cottage the quality of what was provided was simply inadequate 1) The toaster did not work 2) One of the measuring jugs in the kitchen was cracked and leaked when used - nearly scalding one of our party.”

“How End is amazing, perfect for special occasion holiday with our grown up family.”

“Stunning house in a perfect location.”

“We booked this house because it had a games room.”

“Great weekend break , cottage was as expected with everything you needed , loads of room as well the place is huge and easy to find ( well it was for our little group ) , 10 minutes walk to the pub what more can you ask for .”

“We had a wonderful family holiday celebrating my 60th birthday with all 3 generations of the Middleton family.”

“Loved the property and had a wonderful week here.”

“Amazing communication from Fiona the whole way - before, during and after.”

“We found the views out of the large lounge window very beautiful and the kitchen was stocked with high quality equipment.”

“Unfortunately the top bedroom bed broke on sitting on it on the second day so had to sleep with mattress on the floor.”

“Friendly & helpful staff in the Lakes Cottages office in Keswick who gave us some useful advice when we picked up the keys regarding some roadworks near to the house that we were renting for 4 days.”

“We had a great holiday.”

“Lovely house which could easily accommodate more than 9 guests.”

“Fantastic property.”

“We really enjoyed the stay again - a lovely house with stunning views and very convenient for Keswick and the rest of the North Lakes area.”

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About the location

BRAITHWAITE