Bassenthwaite 10.5 miles. Nestled in the tiny picturesque village of Crookdake, only a few miles from the fells and lakes, is this superb cottage, Bramblewood Cottage.
An ideal base to explore the Western Lake District and all the beautiful Cumbrian Fells have to offer. The lovely towns of Keswick and Cockermouth are only a short drive away.
Set over two floors and sleeping up to two guests, Bramblewood Cottage is a spacious, yet cosy cottage. It benefits from an enclosed garden with countryside views and easy access to the Solway Coast.
This cottage is set in the owner's 2 acre garden, surrounded by trees and fields. This idyllic location is quiet and unspoilt, with stunning views of the surrounding fields and trees.
The cottage is set in an old orchard with stunning blossom and an abundance of apples, plums, cherries and pears.
In the late winter and spring, a carpet of snowdrops and spring flowers light up the grass surrounding the cottage.
Free range chickens wander past the cottage and free range eggs are left as a welcome gift when the hens are laying. At certain points of the year, Lambs and calves can be seen in the surrounding fields.
A wealth of wildlife can be enjoyed including a range of gardens birds, local moorhens, rabbits, hares, hedgehogs and if you're very lucky, a red squirrel!. Parking next to the property is available for two cars.
The kitchen/ diner is light and spacious, with ample cupboard space. There is an excellent double Range-master gas cooker to use, which alongside the smoothie maker, slow cooker and well-equipped dishes and utensils make this a foodie's dream!
Completing the ground floor is a handy cloakroom and small laundry room with washing machine, airer and iron/ironing board.
Climb the stairs to the first floor, where you will find a generous sitting room, equipped with comfy chairs and sofas and a large TV. The mini library gives you a generous selection of books which guests can take home in exchange for a book they have loved to read! Games and jigsaw puzzles can also be enjoyed.
The king size bed has an excellent sprung mattress with inbuilt memory foam topper. Curtains have black out linings, helping aid a good night's sleep. This secluded location will get you into the fresh air, away from traffic and light pollution into the beautiful quiet countryside.
Nestled in the heart of west Cumbria is the quaint town of Aspatria, located on the site of an old Roman road and home to an impressive 19th-century church. Boasting well-stocked shops, a variety of eateries to suit any taste or budget, as well as a railway station which makes it the perfect location for exploring the lush Cumbrian countryside. Enjoying close proximity to Wigton, where you can expect a weekly market each Tuesday, shopping, a theatre, pubs and restaurants, swimming and tennis, it promises a fun day out for all the family.
