Located 16 km from Derwentwater, Squirrel Cottage provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is situated 43 km from Askham Hall, 48 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 17 km from Whinlatter Forest Park. The property is non-smoking and is set 25 km from Buttermere. This holiday home is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Keswick, like golfing, cycling and fishing. Guests can also relax in the garden. Cat Bells is 18 km from Squirrel Cottage. Newcastle International Airport is 126 km away.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
6.3
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
5.8
Value for money
8.3
Location
8.3
Low score for Keswick

Guests who stayed here loved

  • M
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The cottage was lovely. Nice neighbours. Everything was cleaned well when we arrived. Kitchen was well equipped. Location was great for fell hiking and easy to get into the village as well as Keswick/Cockermouth. Suggest however you ask guests to...

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 83,228 reviews from 21393 properties
21393 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

Squirrel Cottage is an attractive cottage resting in Bassenthwaite, Cumbria. Hosting two bedrooms including a double and a twin, along with a bathroom, this property can sleep up to four guests. There is also a kitchen and a living/dining room, and outside, you will find off-road parking for two cars and a garden with a lawn and furniture. Squirrel Cottage is a delightful base for a relaxing holiday to the beautiful Lake District.

Neighbourhood information

The market town of Cockermouth rests in the north west of the Lake District, offering a largely unspoilt area of bountiful views of varying landscapes. Just 13 miles away from the bustling town of Keswick, Cockermouth is most famous for being the birthplace of both William Wordsworth and Fletcher Christian. Cockermouth now offers a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants and makes for a peaceful holiday destination any time of year.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Squirrel Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
    Kitchen
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Dining area
    • Sofa
    • Fireplace
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • DVD player
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Heating
    • Ironing facilities
    • Iron
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Outdoors
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Activities
    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Outdoor & View
    • View
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    Safety & security
    • Carbon monoxide detector
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Squirrel Cottage takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 16:00
    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Until 09:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    FAQs about Squirrel Cottage

    • Squirrel Cottage is 5.6 miles from the centre of Keswick. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Squirrel Cottage is from 16:00, and check-out is until 09:00.

    • Squirrel Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Fishing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)

    • Yes, Squirrel Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

    • Squirrel Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

      • 2 bedrooms

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • Squirrel Cottage can accommodate the following group size:

      • 4 guests

      For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

    • The prices at Squirrel Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.