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Squirrel Cottage

Thornthwaite, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1164527)

Customer rating

4.9

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  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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16 Customer Review(s)

  • Claire

    “We had a wonderful holiday and thoroughly enjoyed the property.”

    The mountain views were stunning, the bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom was excellent. That said, our experience would have been even more positive had there been a more generous provision of basic essentials such as washing tablets, washing-up liquid, and toilet paper. The limited supplies felt somewhat restrictive. We also found the process of attempting to reschedule our holiday through the company to be frustrating, as it was very difficult to speak directly with someone. However, ...

    The mountain views were stunning, the bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom was excellent. That said, our experience would have been even more positive had there been a more generous provision of basic essentials such as washing tablets, washing-up liquid, and toilet paper. The limited supplies felt somewhat restrictive. We also found the process of attempting to reschedule our holiday through the company to be frustrating, as it was very difficult to speak directly with someone. However, once I was able to connect via WhatsApp, the representative was extremely helpful. Finally, we felt that the company’s communications placed considerable emphasis on leaving the property in a clean condition—which we fully respect and would naturally do—rather than focusing on ensuring guests have the best possible holiday experience.

    - Claire, April 2026

    We are very pleased that you enjoyed the cottage and had a lovely stay and thank you for such a good review it is really appreciated. We’re sorry you felt there could have been more supplies left but the cottage is self catering and the supplies we do leave are merely meant to be a starter pack consisting of essentials to help guests when they first arrive. Unfortunately while we do supply some dishwasher tablets we don’t supply clothes washing tablets due to potential allergies and leave this up to our guests to provide. We’re also sorry to hear about the issues you had rescheduling with Sykes and will flag this with them as this should be a straight forward process. We hope you had a safe journey home and hopefully look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Property Owner

Summary

  • One King size with en-suite bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
  • TV, WiFi
  • Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Patio with furniture
  • Pets allowed
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 1.5 miles, pub 1.4 miles, lake 1.5 miles

The property

Squirrel Cottage is a beautiful cottage located in the village of Thornthwaite in Cumbria, boasting a woodburning stove, TV, and open-plan living.

Braithwaite 1.2 mile; Bassenthwaite Lake 3.5 mile; Keswick 3.7 miles; Whitehaven 23.1 miles.

Thornthwaite Cottages

The Thornthwaite Cottages consists of a lovely selection of three cottages resting in the tranquil village of Thornthwaite in Cumbria. This collection offers TVs, patio space, and are well-positioned to nearby attractions, making them idyllic for families or groups of friends on a rural retreat in Cumbria. From rambling woodland walks to heart-pounding adventures, there is something for everyone in the local vicinity of Thornthwaite Cottages. For thrill seekers, head to Go Ape Whinlatter, a high-wire forest adventure course of zip wires, Tarzan swings and rope ladders, or hire a bike from Cyclewise Whinlatter Bike Hire and explore the area on two wheels. For those who prefer a more relaxed pursuit, enjoy a lavish meal at The Cottage In The Wood, offering an exquisite selection of dishes using local produce. Immerse yourself in the history of the region with a trip to the nearby ancient Castlerigg Stone Circle, or feast your eyes on the beauty of Hope Park and the stunning panoramic views it offers. Experience exhilarating watersports or canyoning at Keswick Extreme before embarking on a captivating tour of The Beacon Museum. Marvel at the maritime prowess of Whitehaven Harbour and appreciate the splendid scenery, or head to Providence Bay Beach for an enjoyable day of building sandcastles and ice cream by the sea. These wonderful attractions are just waiting to be discovered and appreciated during your stay at Thornthwaite Cottages.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

THORNTHWAITE

Keswick 3.5 miles; Braithwaite 1 mile; Bassenthwaite Lake 1 mile

Sitting at the foot of the Whinlatter and Thornthwaite Forest and between the magnificent northern lakes of Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite, is the village of Thornthwaite. Thornthwaite boasts a contemporary art gallery exhibiting many local artists and its teashop and the Church of Thornthwaite St.Mary with its origins dating back to 1240 The beautiful Comb Beck runs alongside the village into the nearby lake. Thornthwaite affords fantastic views towards Skiddaw and access to both leisurely strolls and challenging fell walks from the doorstep. The beautiful Newlands Valley is close by and is great to walk or cycle, especially if you like to stumble across pubs and tea shops and its ‘buggy friendly’! The whole of the National Park is accessible from Thornthwaite but close by are Keswick, Braithwaite and attractions like Derwentwater for its sailing and kayaking, The Whinlatter Visitors Centre with its ‘Go Ape’, mountain biking and children’s play area, Mire house, a grand house and gardens on the shores of the lake and Armathwaite Hall for luxury afternoon teas.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas

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