"Lovely toiletries and towels provided and the pots pans etc are all excellent and plenty of them."
John from United Kingdom
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"Loved the log fire and the location."
Neil from United Kingdom
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"The place was clean and extremely comfortable, the entire group enjoyed it after the day's activities."
Danilo from United Kingdom
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"The owners were friendly, and really helpful/accommodating with our requests!"
Ryan from United Kingdom
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"They even provided toothbrushes and toiletries which we wouldn't usually expect in self catering accommodation."
Josie from United Kingdom
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Cottage On The Brook - Historic holiday home in Braithwaite
Accommodation & Rooms
The holiday home is housed in a historic building with three bedrooms and one private bathroom. The kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, a microwave, and a coffee machine. Guests have access to board games, puzzles, books, and a large wall map for trip planning.
Amenities & Comforts
Free on-site private parking is available for two cars, and there is bicycle parking inside the property. The cottage provides pet bowls and a pet basket, a log fire, and outdoor furniture in the seating area. Safety equipment includes fire extinguishers and smoke alarms.
Location
The property is 7 km from Derwentwater Lake, 12 km from Buttermere, and an 8-minute walk from Whinlatter Visitor Centre. Braithwaite village has a local shop, a cafe, and the Royal Oak pub, which is 100 yards away. Parking is available for two cars, with additional parking nearby.
Guest Experience & Extras
The owner provides toiletries and toothbrushes, which are not standard in self-catering accommodation. Guidebooks and maps are available in the cottage for planning walks. Guests can hear the sound of the flowing brook from the property, adding a natural element to the stay.
Activities & Entertainment
Board games, puzzles, and books are provided for indoor leisure. Multiple walking routes can be started directly from the front door. The Royal Oak pub, a 100-yard walk, welcomes dogs, and the owner works behind the bar there.
Highlights
Location: 7 km from Derwentwater Lake, 12 km from Buttermere
Rooms: Three-bedroom historic cottage with fully equipped kitchen
Amenities: Log fire, board games, bicycle parking, pet bowls
Parking: Free on-site space for two cars
Entertainment: Board games, puzzles, books, walking routes from door
Extras: Toiletries and toothbrushes provided by host
“I found the spaciousness of the cottage immediately welcoming, with comfortable living areas and well-appointed bedrooms perfect for unwinding. The kitchen, in particular, felt truly equipped, anticipating needs from cooking essentials to even toiletries, a thoughtful touch that makes settling in effortless. Its location felt inherently linked to the landscape, with walks beginning right outside and local pubs within easy reach, adding a layer of grounded convenience to the stay.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Ukcumbria
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120 m²
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