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Thirty Blencathra Street

Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1042235)

4.5★

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  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Sky TV
  • Broadband / WiFi

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28 Customer Review(s)

  • Michael

    “Great place to stay will certainly book again in the future Many Thanks to you and the owners”

    - Michael, November 2024
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Summary

  • ***Please note that during the months of June, July and August, this property welcomes 7-night stays starting from a Friday only.***
  • Set over three floors
  • Four bedrooms: 3 x super king-size 1 x double en-suite with Smart TV & Xbox Please note all beds are made as doubles by default but can be made as twin beds on request
  • 2 x bathrooms to first floor: 1 with bath, separate shower, basin and WC
  • 1 with shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Dining room with woodburning stove.
  • Gas central heating with 2 woodburning stoves
  • Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, slow cooker, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV with Sky Movies, DVD player, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Cot and highchair available
  • Garage storage for bikes and outdoor gear
  • Small enclosed courtyard with patio
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Two dog crates available
  • On street parking
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Pub 1 min walk
  • Shop 2 min
  • Please note that during the months of June, July and August, this property welcomes 7-night stays starting from a Friday only

The property

Thirty Blencathra Street is a traditional Victorian terrace located only a stone's throw from the bustling streets of Keswick's town centre.

Renovated to a very high standard, the owners attention to detail and quality is evident throughout, and it makes the perfect base for getaways with family and friends.

With easy access to the great outdoors and many walks and bike rides available from the front door, it is only a few minutes' walk from the town's excellent bars, cafés and restaurants.

A twice weekly local market featuring spectacular locally made produce makes eating in a real Lakeland experience.

An award winning theatre, cinema, leisure pool, climbing wall and more besides mean entertaining everyone will be easy, whatever their age or interests.

The whole of the Lake District is easily accessible by car, bus, bike, or foot; Keswick really has something for everyone. Thirty Blencathra Street is an incredibly well appointed property, sleeping eight people comfortably.

It is built in local slate and stone and is decorated in warm grey tones with comfort and cosiness in mind.

Thoughtful detail touches adorn the walls and much of the original features of the property remain with Victorian doors, fireplaces, staircase, high ceilings and picture rails throughout. == Accommodation in detail Through the front door is a small porch with ample storage for muddy boots and coats.

Beyond an original glazed door is the hall leading to the open-plan dining room, a beautiful room featuring a large specially commissioned solid wood dining table with long benches; perfect for a big group breakfast or dinner.

With a wood burner sat in a lovely exposed brick and Lakeland slate surround it also makes a great space to spend the evenings together.

A French door onto the courtyard garden opens up the living space when the weather permits. The kitchen is very well designed with luxury stone effect floors and washed wood counter tops.

Including a full complement of integrated appliances including a fridge freezer, dishwasher, microwave, slow-cooker, gas hob and electric oven and grill, you have all you need to cook up a feast in a spacious environment.

A small breakfast bar is built in at the end of the work units which would make a great place for a breakfast buffet or a sociable glass of wine whilst preparing meals. There is a small enclosed courtyard garden accessible both from the kitchen and dining room with outdoor seating and a small garage with secure, lockable storage for bikes and other outdoor equipment.

There are also washing facilities for muddy paws, bikes and boots in the garage. A lovely light and airy bedroom is situated on the ground floor with a period feature fireplace which can be set as a twin or super king size bed.

High quality mattresses, duvets and pillows have been used throughout the house to guarantee a wonderfully comfortable night's sleep for all. On the first floor are 2 shared bathrooms, both luxuriously finished, as with the rest of the house, making the bathrooms real wow spaces.

One has a large shower and w.c.

and the other a freestanding contemporary bath, double shower and wc.

All bathrooms are fitted with towel rails. A small first floor utility room houses the washing machine and tumble dryer, tucked out of the way to avoid any noise. Still on the first floor but up 4 steps from the landing is bedroom 2 with zip and link beds providing twin flexibility or a spacious super king size double. On this floor you will also find the light and spacious living room situated at the front of the house to take advantage of the spectacular views of Skiddaw and the surrounding fells.

With three sofas, two easy chairs, a smart tv with a Sky package, Netflix and Freeview channels, a DVD player, Bluetooth speaker and another log burning stove, it is a another very cosy homely space to socialise and relax. On the top floor there is one double bedroom featuring a large double bed and a beautiful suite with en-suite shower room.

This lovely room has two windows and enjoys fabulous views of Skiddaw.

A sofa-bed and seating area with a smart TV and an Xbox 360, makes the room very comfortable, and a fabulous space to get away from it all; ideal for children and teenagers. Still on the top floor is bedroom 4 with zip and link beds providing twin flexibility or a spacious super king size double. Location Keswick is one of the Lake District's most popular destinations.

This friendly town hosts the very popular twice weekly market that has recently won the coveted “Best Outdoor Market” in the Great British Market Awards.

The town also offers a fantastic array of shops offering everything from craft bakeries and local produce, antiques, crafts and much, much more. If you are looking for somewhere to eat and drink, a week just won't be long enough to sample the great range of pubs, restaurants, bistros, cafes and wine bars!

For a great evening out why not visit the 100 year old Alhambra offering first class cinema entertainment in traditional surroundings or enjoy an evening at “the most beautiful and friendly theatre in Britain”, the 400 seat Theatre By The Lake on the shores of Derwentwater. Enjoy a cruise on Derwentwater, walk onto the fells; Cat Bells, Skiddaw, Coledale Horeshoe and Blencathra are all nearby, head underground at Honister Slate Mines, enjoy mountain biking in Whinlatter Forest; explore the exquisite beauty of Borrowdale and the Scafell range. For day trips throughout the Lake District, Ullswater is a short drive away offering lake cruises, great walking and the beautiful Aira Force Waterfall, Buttermere and Crummock Water offer sublime scenery.

Ashness Bridge and Surprise View situated above the Borrowdale Valley should not be missed; nor should the unspoilt village of Watendlath.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

KESWICK

Bassenthwaite 7 miles, Ullswater 16.6 miles; Cockermouth 13 miles.

The popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year. The town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf, excellent parks, the famous Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing and great mountain biking opportunities, whilst the beautiful lake of Derwentwater at the head of the stunning Borrowdale Valley is only a few minutes walk from the town centre. Nearby, 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 or the famous Catbells, there really is something for everyone. Visit Castlerigg Stone Circle, the Jennings Brewery and Mirehouse, a grand house and gardens on the shores of the Bassenthwaite Lake, or take a fabulous boat trip around Derwentwater. With plenty of attractions for the kids, lovely parks and the nearby Lake District Wildlife Park this is a great Lakeland destination whatever the time of year.

Please note this property has 3 zip link beds. These will be made as double beds by default. Please contact the call centre should you wish any beds to made as a twin.

Please note that during the months of June, July and August, this property welcomes 7-night stays starting from a Friday only.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter