Lords Seat - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

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The property sits at the foot of Barf Fell and Lord's Seat, named so for its unobstructed 360 degree views
A high spec kitchen looks out onto Barf Fell
You will have everything that you need to cook dinner during your self catering holiday in Thornthwaite
The fitted kitchen has fridge, freezer, electric oven and hob, microwave oven, washing machine and tumble dryer
Gorgeous Lakeland views!
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10.0Outstanding
(18 Ratings)
"A lovely flat ideally situated near Keswick. Easy access to Keswick (approx 3.5 miles), Buttermere, Catbells etc etc. Bus stop just outside accommodation with frequent buses to and from Keswick if r..."
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10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(18 Ratings)

Cottage in Allerdale District

6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this cottage rental

Enjoying a quiet, unspoilt rural location the Swan Hotel, a former 17th century coaching inn has been sympathetically converted into several quality apartments. On the edge of the village of Thornthwaite, within five minutes walking distance of Bassenthwaite Lake and surrounded by delightful scenery it is the ideal location for a relaxing break. Fine walking opportunities abound for all abilities with many walks from the door - from fine tops to valley rambles. A cycle way passes the door with superb cycling links to the rest of the north Lake District. There is excellent sailing and fishing to be enjoyed on Bassenthwaite Lake as well as an abundance of wildlife. The southern tip of the lake has been designated a wildlife sanctuary, and from the nearby hide guests can observe many and varied forms of wildlife on and around the lake. The famous Bassenthwaite Ospreys can frequently be seen flying overhead during the season. Swan House is served by the X5 Penrith-Keswick-Cockermouth-Workington bus service with a bus stop outside the door, enabling guests to explore the area without using their car. There is a good choice of pubs and places to eat in the area and good shopping in the historic market towns of Keswick (3 miles) and Cockermouth (7 miles).

There is ample parking and benefits from large shared grounds with pond, orangery, picnic/barbecue area and decking. Lord's Seat is a fabulous three-bedroomed apartment situated on the first floor and enjoying stunning views to the front and back. The apartment has been completed to a high standard with quality fixtures and fittings.

The property is entered via shared entrance hall and stairs. Entering the hallway there is hanging space and storage for outdoor gear. From here you find the fitted kitchen with fridge, freezer, electric oven and hob, microwave oven, washing machine and tumble dryer. The solid wood Pippy Oak units are of a high quality with granite worktops with small breakfast bar and views to Barf and Whinlatter.

Steps from the kitchen lead to the spacious, bright lounge/dining area with windows to front and back. The lounge has feature fire-place with gas fired stove, TV, DVD, CD with mp3 and i-pod docking station, comfortable leather settees, dining table and chairs.

Each of the three comfortable bedrooms enjoy views to Skiddaw and along the valley to Keswick and the mountains beyond. The master bedroom has king size sleigh bed, TV and en-suite shower room with basin and wc.

The second bedroom has twin beds and the third bedroom has a double bed. All bedrooms will be dressed in luxury linen and towels.

The family bathroom has a large bath with shower over, twin basins and wc and view to Barf.

Amenities at Lords Seat - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

10.0 / 10.0
Outstanding(18 Ratings)
8.0 / 10.0
The lords seat was a lovely place to stay, very comfortable and clean. Great location with amazing views. Nice to have the extras like the dvds and games. The only disappointing thing was the water going off (ironic in the lake district) but obviously not your fault. The only thing that would have helped is instructions on a couple of things. We struggled with the hob as it clicks off every time we put the pan on and hadnt used that sort of hob before so took a while to figure it out. It was a lovely place to stay. Thank you for letting us stay there.
10.0 / 10.0
A lovely flat ideally situated near Keswick. Easy access to Keswick (approx 3.5 miles), Buttermere, Catbells etc etc. Bus stop just outside accommodation with frequent buses to and from Keswick if required, even late into the evening
10.0 / 10.0
We had a lovely few days at Lord’s Seat. Having never visited the Lake District before the property was a great location and allowed us to have a very convenient base for visiting a number of local areas. Being near to Keswick, but not within it, makes it a great location. Being able to just walk out from the property onto footpaths was an extra bonus. Lord’s Seat was well equipped, especially the kitchen, and everything was clean and welcoming when we arrived. There were lots of little touches that make it homely and inviting. Would definitely visit again and would recommend.
8.0 / 10.0
Our fourth time staying here. Comfortable and clean with a high standard of furnishings. Lovely views in a lovely setting. Quite a walk to the nearest pb or shop, but the bus stops just outside. I guess we will be back again, so that’s the best recommendation I can give.
10.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed a very comfortable stay at Lords Seat in mixed weather. The apartment is well furnished and has lovely views over the hills from the rear. Unlike many of the apartments in the building, there is no private outdoor space, but we were able to sit in the shared gardens. We had our own chairs, but it would be useful to have some permanent seating in those gardens. Bathrooms and kitchen are high spec and lovely large fluffy towels provided. The bus stop outside the premises is very handy and it is an ideal spot for walking some of the lower Wainwright's.
10.0 / 10.0
Quiet loacation with spectacular views from every window. Bliss.
8.0 / 10.0
The property is located in a very peaceful and beautiful location and it is a comfortable and beautiful apartment/flat. The letting agents answer their phones quickly and are very pleasant and helpful to speak with to resolve any questions. We deliberately chose a small, local company through which to find a property and were not disappointed.
10.0 / 10.0
Lord's Seat came highly recommended and still managed to exceed our expectations. It is a wonderful space with excellent views from everywhere - including the bathroom! We especially enjoyed sitting in the bay window, enjoying the view - you can just about see the lake from there. The common garden is also beautiful. The accommodation was spotless though it would be nice to have some kind of insect netting on the windows as we found it impossible to open windows in the evening without letting in a host of insects. And in the hot weather we have been having, not being able to open the windows made it a bit stuffy. But this was the only tiny issue in an otherwise exceptional experience staying there. The kitchen is very well equipped, the beds are comfortable and the customer service and instructions were helpful but not intrusive. 5 stars.

FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Lords Seat - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms. 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 Lords Seat - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Lords Seat - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.


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