Title: A delightful country house set in the heart of Lakeland Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A delightful country house set in the heart of Lakeland Holiday home in Keswick with kitchen and patio ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21620000/21618400/21618398/87032c1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21620000/21618400/21618398/7b2ba241.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21620000/21618400/21618398/10113f9a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21620000/21618400/21618398/c9802839.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21620000/21618400/21618398/3b88bec2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in the heart of The Lake District, Castle Rock Cottage is a charming country retreat that offers a warm welcome. With its elevated position, it boasts wonderful views to the south and west from its large private garden with an outdoor eating area. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Barbecue grill - Washer - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A delightful country house set in the heart of Lakeland Castle Rock Cottage is a delightful country house set in the stunning scenery of the English Lake District. Recently renovated to the highest standard, Castle Rock is a comfortable and convenient base for exploring the fells, lakes and villages of Lakeland. Whether you're looking for a relaxing, peaceful break, or a fun family holiday, a warm welcome awaits you at Castle Rock. Castle Rock Cottage is located at the heart of The Lake District, near the shores of Thirlmere. It is situated in an elevated position in the tiny quiet hamlet of The Green, Thirlmere, and has wonderful views to the south and west from the windows and garden. The cottage is a semi-detached house on two floors and has a large private garden, with outdoor eating area, and also a walled back yard. Newly renovated, it has been tastefully decorated and furnished, provided with all mod cons, and offers you the perfect venue for your explorations of Lakeland. Venues for walking, mountain biking, rock climbing, paragliding, boating, and many other activities are all nearby and of course the bustling local towns of Keswick, Grasmere and Ambleside are within easy reach. The cottage is located on a private road in the secluded valley of St John's in the Vale, yet it is just 10 minutes by car to the Lakeland hubs of Keswick and Grasmere. There are plenty of delightful walks and mountain hikes, right from the door, the beautiful lake of Thirlmere just a few minutes away, and of course all the other attractions of The Lake District are within easy reach. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38660000/38650500/38650471/0aad0b0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Detatched, Cosy Cottage With Mountain Views - Parking, Sleeps 8, Pet-friendly Hartsop, Cumbria - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 92 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=38650471&PinnedHotelID=38650471&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119640000/119633000/119632990/9d205c85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mountain Cottage at Catbells & Derwent Water Keswick Lake District. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as Delightful Country House set Heart Lakeland Keswick Delightful Country House set Heart Lakeland Delightful Country set Heart Lakeland Keswick Delightful Country set Heart Lakeland Delightful Country set Heart Lakeland Keswick A Delightful Country House set in the Heart of Lakeland Keswick Delightful Country House set Heart Lakeland Keswick Delightful Country House set Heart Lakeland Delightful Country set Heart Lakeland A Delightful Country House set in the Heart of Lakeland Keswick Delightful Set Heart Lakeland ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.56813%2C-3.05464&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mRcMpVoUC52cTKTgscsYW7_FGgE=) Keswick, ENG #### What's nearby - Thirlmere - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Derwentwater - 7 min drive - 5.6 miles - Lodore Falls - 13 min drive - 8.4 miles - Lake Windermere - 21 min drive - 16.5 miles - Ullswater - 23 min drive - 20.4 miles #### Getting around - Penrith Station - 21 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lake Road Brunch - ‬8 min drive - ‪Dog & Gun - ‬8 min drive - ‪Yonder - ‬8 min drive - ‪Horse and Farrier Inn - ‬7 min drive - ‪Cafe Hope - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A delightful country house set in the heart of Lakeland pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking at A delightful country house set in the heart of Lakeland? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at A delightful country house set in the heart of Lakeland? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A delightful country house set in the heart of Lakeland? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is A delightful country house set in the heart of Lakeland located? > Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Thirlmere and within 6 miles (10 km) of Hellvellyn and Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum. Castlerigg Stone Circle and Blencathra are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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