Talcomb Holiday Cottage In Thornthwaite Keswick refurbished 2023

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8.8Excellent

(63 Ratings)

Beautiful little cottage with stunning location for walking in the north lakes, excellent communication with first-class owners, definitely returning.

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8.8 / 10.0

Excellent(63 Ratings)

Cottage in Allerdale District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

About this cottage rental

Talcomb is an ideal base for couples or families wishing to explore the Lake District. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and sleeps 4. Talcomb is a cosy cottage in a peaceful location with a lovely babbling beck running close by. Keswick, Cockermouth and Carlisle are all within 20 minutes drive of Seldom Seen. Keswick is a bustling market town laying host to many visitor attractions including the Theatre by the Lake, the Pencil Museum, parks, galleries and museums. It is the ideal place for summer picnics on the banks of Derwentwater or to take in the spectacular views from the top of Skiddaw, Latrigg and Helvellyn. Cockermouth is a quaint town famous for its connection with the poet William Wordsworth and the brewing of Jennings Real Ale. The capital of Cumbria, Carlisle is well worth a visit, centrally located bordering Scotland and Northumbria, it provides numerous attractions from the hustle and bustle of shopping and city life, to its historic Castle and Carlisle Cathedral.

Talcomb is one of six cottages converted from a water driven saw mill built circa 1740. It is situated at the foot of Seldom Seen Ravine in the quiet and aptly named hamlet of Seldom Seen, on the outskirts of Thornthwaite Village. Talcomb nestles beside the beck overlooking a sparkling waterfall with views out towards Coomb Beck and Winlatter Forest. Braithwaite village is only one mile away where you can visit one of the country pubs or dine in one of the hotels or bars. Keswick is only three miles away and provides numerous shops, pubs and restaurants.

This cottage has economy 7 heating and comprises:

* Lounge/diner with freeview TV, DVD player and open fire.

* Refurbished Kitchen in 2023 with electric built in oven and Induction hob, microwave, fridge freezer and washing machine

* Fully Refurbished Bathroom for 2023 with shower, hand basin and WC.

* First floor: Cosy Double bedroom.

* Twin bedroom with views over the woods and Skidaw Range from the window seat

* All electric and bed linen included.

* Private parking for one car and

* Space outside the cottage for patio furniture which is provided.

* New for 2022 we have had all new wood flooring in the Lounge and bedrooms

* New for 2022 trees have been cut down in front of the house leaving fabulous view

*New for 2023 kitchen and bathroom have been fully refurbished, Double bed room wardrobe has been replaced

*We now have WIFI

Amenities at Talcomb Holiday Cottage In Thornthwaite Keswick refurbished 2023

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Map of Allerdale District

Nearby attractions

Surprise View

4.8 mi

Whinlatter Forest Park

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Top rated by guests

8.8Excellent

(63 Ratings)

Beautiful little cottage with stunning location for walking in the north lakes, excellent communication with first-class owners, definitely returning.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

Don't miss out! Price and availability may change

$$$$

8.8 / 10.0

Excellent(63 Ratings)

Cottage in Allerdale District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

Top-tier experienceA high end property in this area

Map of Allerdale District

Nearby attractions

Surprise View

4.8 mi

Whinlatter Forest Park

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Pets allowed

Family friendly

Ratings and reviews

8.8 / 10.0

Excellent(63 Ratings)

Summary of reviews

Beautiful little cottage with stunning location for walking in the north lakes, excellent communication with first-class owners, definitely returning.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

8.0 / 10.0

New kitchen, nice living room, small bathroom and double room. A good number of DVDs. We found ourself comfortable in the cottage, if you plan to stay in 3 or more people you may want an additional bathroom. Internet connection good enough. We would stay again

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful little cottage with everything we needed, the location was stunning for walking in north lakes, communication with the owners was first class, will definitely be staying again, thanks for hospitality and be there soon 🙂🙂

10.0 / 10.0

The cottage was very comfortable. Older style but renovated kitchen & bathroom. Very warm and cosy lounge & nice bedrooms. Main bedroom bet is quite big for the room but nice to sleep in. Ideal location for exploring the Lakes region

10.0 / 10.0

A beautiful cottage in a wonderful location.

10.0 / 10.0

Loved our stay. House was perfect. Lovely views and quiet area but not to far from Keswick and other areas. Will be staying here again 1000%

8.0 / 10.0

Comfortable cottage, very convenient for most lakes. Downstairs toilet & shower and the double bedroom is indeed very small & a very tight fit! Storage heaters worked fine & electric shower. Good value for price charged and would happily book again.

10.0 / 10.0

This is my second stay at this property and it was as lovely as the first time. Beautiful location and a relaxing place to stay. Highly recommend the cottage.

10.0 / 10.0

Very good

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely cottage with everything you needed. Forest walk on doorstep and not far to travel for other scenic walks. Really enjoyed our week away. Would recommend

8.0 / 10.0

Nice cottage

Nice cottage

Everything you need lovely location, shower to high to step into would help If it had a grip handle. Stairs very steep, could do with hand rail at the bottom right hand side. Be better if smaller bed in the double bed room,, a divan would give more room, as it was hard to get into the bed.. should mention in the description.that the stairs are steep, and the shower is high to step into for people with walking difficulties

2.0 / 10.0

When I got there it was already booked

When I got there it was already booked

Atrocious booking

8.0 / 10.0

A nice cottage in a nice Lake District village

A nice cottage in a nice Lake District village

My wife and I with our 5 year old son enjoyed 4 nights in Thornthwaite. Q A lovely village close to Braithwaite and Keswick. The cottage had all we needed. Set in a pleasant village with lovely views over the surrounding area.

10.0 / 10.0

Excellent two week holiday

Excellent two week holiday

This was a lovely property, in a quiet location. It was great exploring the area - even the weather was lovely! A small improvement would be to have a "manual" for the property - cooker and washing machine instructions and perhaps indications on local facilities although we sniffed out the lovely Jaspers Coffee shop in Braithwaite and the Ivy house for our special birthday celebrations. The foot-stool has a wealth of "attractions" leaflets and maps for walks; there was a plentiful supply of board games and jigsaws and DVDs - but we can't believe the weather in the Lake District could ever justify them!!! Great - just what we needed.

10.0 / 10.0

pleasant and well sited

pleasant and well sited

provided everything we wanted from our stay with the added bonus of excellent weather and the proximity of Keswick town, walking routes just in front and behind the property though not crowded. Loved sleeping with the open window and falling asleep to the sound of the small stream adjacent. Would definitely recommend and will look to book again, hopefully soon.

8.0 / 10.0

Fabulous quiet location

Fabulous quiet location

The cottage is cosy and warm, everything we needed. Great being able to walk straight into the woods with our dogs. Great location. The double bed was a bit uncomfortable, maybe a better roper would help, other than that it was a perfect little house. Would definitely stay again.

8.0 / 10.0

3rd time staying at this property.

3rd time staying at this property.

It's a pleasant cottage to stay at although it is a little tired and is in need of a little TLC. It's warm and clean and all linen and towels provided are of good quality. Suited to a couple or a family of 3. 4 adults would find it slightly cramped. Great location for the northern fells and access to Keswick and Cockermouth.

10.0 / 10.0

2nd Visit

2nd Visit

As said this was our second stay here. I absolutely love the tranquility of the area and it's accessibility to everywhere. It certainly won't be our last either..

10.0 / 10.0

Base for walking

Base for walking

The property is extremely clean and comfortable and as described. We thoroughly enjoyed and it is an ideal base for walkers. The nearby pub The Royal Oak in Braithwaite serves good food and is within 20 minutes walk. We would not hesitate to recommend.

10.0 / 10.0

Great property and amazing location

Great property and amazing location

This house was just right, all you hear is the beautiful brook running by, watching the red squirrels from the bedroom was just magic. There are so many walks and runs you can do direct from the house. The one issue we had at the house was resolved within a few hours by the owners, they were so very helpful. Yes the double bedroom is a bit of a squeeze, but the other bedroom is a good size, with plenty of space downstairs. Easy parking for the one car.

10.0 / 10.0

Great compact cottage

Great compact cottage

Great find, we have booked to come again!! Loved it. We stayed as a party of 4 adults. Everything we needed was provided, well equipped. Bit snug for 4 adults, as bedrooms are small. However it does say this in the information. Stairs are very steep, but this is also listed. Fab location, able to walk the dogs straight into the Forest. No WiFi but we did manage to pay for a hotspot for £8.00 per day. Parking not a problem. I think this will be one of our favourite cottages to return to, such good value. Booked again whilst we were there.

10.0 / 10.0

Comfortable, cosy and clean cottage in Lakeland countryside

Comfortable, cosy and clean cottage in Lakeland countryside

This cottage is perfectly functional. The decor is definitely tired but if you don't mind things a little rough and ready you'll be fine. The setting is gorgeous and property is conveniently positioned for walks to Braithwaite and Whinlatter Forest, and a short drive or bus ride from Keswick.

4.0 / 10.0

In need of some improvement

In need of some improvement

When we arrived we found the property had not been cleaned. We had to leave the property for this to happen. We were really upset about this considering Covid and the risk of catching it and the distance we had travelled. It would of been nice to have the offer of a complimentary coffee at a cafe while we waited! The description says there is patio furniture. I don’t agree with this, it is a broken park bench in the car park. There is no outdoor/ garden area for this property except the car park. This is not written on the description. The shower was broken and held together with a plaster which wasn’t doing anything, this meant we had to hold the shower head to have a shower. I did ask for this to be fixed but got no reply to my message. The double bed is noisy when you move just a little in it and not very comfortable. The kitchen cupboard had a broken handle and some of the wood was broken. The whole house is tired and in need of some loving care. Apart from the above the property is in a beautiful location and we enjoyed making the most of the area and walks around us.

10.0 / 10.0

Convenient place, everything you need for a few days away.

Convenient place, everything you need for a few days away.

Everything you need for a break. Well equipped kitchen. Host contactable if any problems. Ideal location for touring Lake District.

8.0 / 10.0

Lovely stay and great location

Lovely stay and great location

Great cottage to stay in. Had a lovely short break here. Enjoyed walks from the cottage. Was clean and had everything we needed. Perfect for us and would stay again, although could do with some updating.

10.0 / 10.0

Lovely, cosy cottage in peaceful location

Lovely, cosy cottage in peaceful location

We loved our stay at the cottage, it was very warm and cosy, well equipped with parking right outside. We watched red squirrels playing from the lounge and walked to Whinlatter from the front door.

8.0 / 10.0

Talcombe Cottage

Talcombe Cottage

We had a very enjoyable stay at the cottage which was well-equipped and very cosy.

10.0 / 10.0

Stay

Stay

We had a lovely quiet time and really enjoyed our stay.

10.0 / 10.0

Marvelous holiday accommodation

Marvelous holiday accommodation

If you look for an accommodation off the tourist route but still want to have access to all the facilities of Keswick - this remote village cottage is ideal - its comfy for rainy days and although there was no wifi - we had such a wonderful time. Thank you !!!

8.0 / 10.0

Mini break

Mini break

Really happy with the property, good location, was all we wanted. Nothing fancy, small, but matched the description. Good parking which is sometimes a problem in the lakes. Will probably book again.

8.0 / 10.0

Prefect setting

Prefect setting

We loved staying in this little cottage with the sound of the Beck close by. It was clean and well supplied. We would visit again.

8.0 / 10.0

Cosy cottage close to Winlatter

Cosy cottage close to Winlatter

Just a two night stop in a perfectly decent home. Very cosy - heating and space. Agree with other comments about the double room. Maybe it should be made into a bunk bed room them master is where the twin is. The crampedness of the double with the wardrobe in the way was fine for just two nights. Location was good; very easy to do a decent walk from the front door. Lovely to hear the beck when ready on the window seat with the window open.

10.0 / 10.0

A lovely stay in the heart of the Lake District

A lovely stay in the heart of the Lake District

A cosy 2-up 2 down cottage. We were a family of 4 adults and it was a little crampt but the amenities met our needs and the cottage is situated in the heart of the most beautiful countryside. There is no wifi but we managed with 4G. Excellent value for money.

10.0 / 10.0

Good value retreat

Good value retreat

Beautiful setting next to woods, Mountain and lake. Property dated, but clean and all we needed as a small family of 3 plus dog. Baby Gate didn't fit stairs well so was hard to make safe, but it's a v old property so to be expected. We had a really lovely stay. No cottage handover/info book which is a shame. Great village store in Braithwaite for essentials. Double bedroom tiny for me a tall person and mattress v uncomfortable, but fine for a few days. We would return.

10.0 / 10.0

short covid break

short covid break

Given the ongoing coronavirus pandemic we wanted somewhere quiet to get a way for a few days. The property was clean and comfortable, and surrounded by great scenery. Open windows let the sound of the river in.

8.0 / 10.0

October Half Term

October Half Term

This is a lovely cosy cottage in Thornthwaite, it is one of a row of 4 cottages, 3 of which are holiday rentals. There is parking space for one car right outside the door, which makes unpacking easy. You enter the property straight into the kitchen, which is small but has everything you need. (although there seems to be a lack of knives for eating, but enough for 4). Its little tired but clean and has enough pots and pans. The shower room is off the kitchen and has a good shower but can be a little cold, but the wall mounted heater soon has it toasty warm. The lounge/dining room is well furnished and comfy, with what appears to be a fairly new sofa and very comfortable. There is a wealth of children’s DVD's available and full Freeview TV, plenty of games in the cupboard. The open fire needs fuel which is not provided. We found that Booth’s hardwood log bags gave us 2 nights of open fires at a reasonable price. Coal is also available at the garage in Keswick on the way in. The two bedrooms are well furnished, the twin room is larger than the double. The double is tight, but functional. The wardrobe does get in the way. But the bed is extremely comfortable. The Twin is light an airy with plenty of space. He cottage is warm, storage heaters in each room, with plenty of hot water available. Shopping wise, Keswick is the closest town with Booths Supermarket, however Cockermouth is about 15 minutes away along the A66 and offers a Lidl and a Big Sainsburys, (cheaper then Booths), and plenty of local shops and butchers. Overall this is a lovely little cottage and we would stay here again, it is well placed for the northern lakes.

10.0 / 10.0

Simple, comfy, peaceful

Simple, comfy, peaceful

Lovely stay, No WiFi or phone signal which was surprisingly welcome! Cottage is simple and on the surface a little tired but actually very comfortable, cosy and perfect for a week away. The forest lies directly behind the house and there are a number of great walks within 30min drive. The bathroom is downstairs and the stairs themselves are very steep, so not great for little kids or poor mobility, we had a 2 yr old and just used pillows to create a little stair gate!Travel cot is provided but could do with a travel stair gate for safety at the top. Highly recommended though, would definitely stay again.

10.0 / 10.0

Lake distict

Lake distict

This cottage was in a lovely quiet location, perfect for a getaway for us and our dogs. Was well equipped and cosy and welcoming after we had done our long walks and climbs.

10.0 / 10.0

Beautiful location

Beautiful location

Quaint holiday let beautiful location great facilities easy distance to Keswick and cockermouth and on the doorstep of whinlater forest what more could you need

10.0 / 10.0

Hidden gem

Hidden gem

We had a lovely time in this cottage. It had every thing you need and more. The surroundings are just stunning including the vistas and nearby waterfall. Would recommend it to anyone! Thanks for making this place such a lovely refuge full of hearts!

8.0 / 10.0

Reasonable stay

Reasonable stay

Cottage fine for a short stay as a base in Lakes. Could do with some redecoration & reorganisation (silly set up in 'double' bedroom with wardrobe not easily accessible) but was good price, so I guess you get what you pay for. Had everything you needed, but was small & bathroom was downstairs, directly off kitchen. Staircase was steep & curved with a low ceiling at the bottom, so not great for anyone elderly or with mobility issues. Living room furniture & overall decor reminded me of an old peoples care home but as we spent most of our time outdoors, didn't matter too much. Good location to explore Lakes but nothing much in the immediate area, i.e shops etc, but Keswick only a short car journey away for all your necessities.

FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Talcomb Holiday Cottage In Thornthwaite Keswick refurbished 2023. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Talcomb Holiday Cottage In Thornthwaite Keswick refurbished 2023 pet friendly?

Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Talcomb Holiday Cottage In Thornthwaite Keswick refurbished 2023?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes pets allowed, and family friendly.

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