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Wrens is a delightful Lakeland barn cottage, located in the tiny rural hamlet of Guardhouse about 1.5 miles from the village of Threlkeld and 4.5 miles east of Keswick and Derwentwater

Set in the Glenderaterra valley by the little river Glenderamackin, the hamlet is flanked by the Blencathra Mountain to the north and Clough Head and Great Dodd to the south.

There is plenty of opportunity for fine walks and cycling. The valley has plenty of narrow lanes and tracks for gentle strolls and cycling, and for the keen walker the high peaks of Blencathra and Sharp Edge will both challenge and reward.

For those who like a round of golf you can visit and play at the Keswick Golf club, which lies in the valley, a short distance from the cottage.

Threlkeld has long been popular as a base for walkers as much for the two pubs, The Horse & Farrier and the Salutation, both which have been around for some 300 years.

Keswick is the main town of the north lakes, a bustling market town set between the peaks of Skiddaw and the gentle beauty of Derwentwater.

An all year round town there are good shops, a host of restaurants and cafes, along with museums, a theatre, cinema and leisure center.

Down by the lake you can take a boat trip or hire one for yourself and explore the shoreline and little bays.

A few miles south of the cottage is Ullswater, one of Cumbrias finest lakes where you can hire boats, fish and walk the fells from Howtown to the foot of the water, a walk said to be one of the best we have to offer

Wrens

Refurbished for 2010, the owners have made huge steps to make this a most welcoming cottage with a contemporary design set in a traditional lakeland barn.

From the A66 you pull off down a winding lane into the valley, which leads to the tiny hamlet of Guardhouse.

One of a group of some half dozen houses and cottages, Wrens sits in its own grounds, surrounded by meadow and with views of the nearby fells and mountains.

From the front door you enter into a small hall. Downstairs you will find the three bedrooms. One is a double with en-suite shower room; the other two have twin beds. All are nicely decorated and comfortable. Also downstairs is the main bathroom with bath, overhead shower, basin and WC.

Stairs lead up to the open plan living area. A contemporary design sits under a pitched roof with its huge cruck beams. The sitting room area takes the main space. Here you have large comfortable sofas sitting around a log-burning stove giving a cosy atmosphere in the winter months. Picture windows open onto a raised deck with beautiful views down the valley.

The kitchen and dining area are on a low raised platform. Well equipped for all your needs you will be able to rustle up your favourite dishes. To one side is a tall oriel window with views of Blencathras peak and where there are two leather club chairs set in the bay perfect to sit and watch the many varied birds that visit the garden and valley.

Outside you have a charming garden set with shrubs and trees, where on a sunny day adults can relax, dine alfresco and children can play.

For me this is a real find. Easy to access towns and villages, yet tucked away in a beautiful valley and I am sure will please all who stay.

 

Wrens Inventory

• Property Type - Lake District Self Catering Holiday Cottage. Detached - Rural Location
• 1 Double Bedroom with En-suite shower room
  
• 2 Twin Bedrooms
  
• Duvets - Full linen & towels
  
• 1 Travel Cot
• 1 Travel High Chair
• 1 Master Bathroom with bath, overhead shower, basin & WC
• Oil central heating
  
• Log-burning stove
  
• Complimentary basket of logs Sept - April
  
• Electric Oven & Hob
  
• Microwave
  
• Fridge
  
• Freezer
  
• Coffee cafetiere
  
• Dishwasher
  
• Washer - dryer
• Iron & Ironing board
  
• Flat Screen Colour TV - DVD
  
• CD Stereo
• IPod Dock
• Telephone - incoming only
• Oil & Electricity inclusive
• Garden furniture
• 1 Dog - £25. Please note guests are to be fully responsible for their pets where they must respect the property and grounds, follow specific instructions left at the property, also be aware of any farm stock nearby - see terms and conditions. On departure and to avoid a GHD charge, guests must clean up after their pet both inside the property and the grounds.
• Parking 2 cars

Nearest Amenities

Keswick 4.5 miles.

Local Areas Of Interest

Ullswater

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