As the school half-term holidays draw to a close, we are looking forward to Spring and the Easter break. We still have a selection of Lake District cottages for rent over Easter, and the period leading up to it. Spring is one of the most beautiful times of the year in the Lake District – when the trees, bushes and shrubs are bursting in to leaf and the fell tops can still have a dusting of snow making for dramatic images as the crags are thrown in to sharp relief . As a locally based self-catering agency, we have an intimate knowledge of our properties and the area, so are well placed to advice you on the most suitable accommodation.
Cottages for Families with Young Children
As a young family you will certainly be looking for a Lake District cottage with a washing machine and dryer, and a property with a bath to bathe youngsters.
- Fold End, Keswick – sleeps 4 in 2-bedrooms and has a washing machine with integral dryer.
- Candlemas, Keswick – sleeps 4 in 2-bedrooms and has a washing machine, with space in the twin bedroom for a cot.
- Rivedell, Keswick – sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms and has a washing machine, with space in the twin bedroom for a cot.
- Dash, Bassenthwaite – sleeps 4 in 2-bedrooms and has a washing machine with integral dryer.
Cottages for Families with Teenagers
Space is a high priority here, in order to provide opportunities for each to do their own thing without impinging too much on the rest of the party.
- Wychwood, Braithwaite – sleeps 7 in 4-bedrooms and has a large kitchen / dining room with separate lounge.
- Windrush, Braithwaite – sleeps 5 in 3-bedrooms and has a large kitchen dining room, separate conservatory, lounge with additional ‘lounging’ area.
- Crown Cottage, Braithwaite – sleeps 6 in 3-bedrooms and has a separate dining room adjacent to the kitchen and a sun from leading off from the lounge.
Cottages For Couples
Here, location is probably highest on your list of priorities. For a romantic break, then a cottage in a secluded part of the Lake District is probably what you are looking for. On the other hand, if you are looking to be more social, then a location near to the centre of town would suit better, with its easy access to restaurants and pubs.
- High Spy, Keswick – sleeps 2, located in the centre of Keswick with private parking.
- Cosy Cottage, Braithwaite – sleeps 2 – 3, just across the road from the Royal Oak,
- Jasmine Cottage, Keswick – sleeps 2 – 4, just off the main market square in Keswick.
Cottages for Groups
As a group, you will be looking for the greatest flexibility in terms of the number of bedrooms and not just the total number of people that a property can accommodate. Also, you will need to ensure that there are sufficient bathrooms and WC’s. Suitable properties include:
- The Coppice, Manesty, Borrowdale – sleeps 9 in 4-bedrooms, with main bathroom, two separate WC’s and an en-suite shower room to the main bedroom. (3 WC’s).
- Mireside Farmhouse, Bassenthwaite – sleeps 8 in 4-bedrooms, with main bathroom and additional shower room (2 WC’s).
- Bessy Boot, Keswick – sleeps 8 in 4-bedrooms, with a main bathroom, additional separate WC and an en-suite shower room to the main bedroom (3 WC’s).
If you are uncertain of which type of cottage in the Lake District that you should book, then why no give us a call, and we will try to match your requirements against our property portfolio and recommend the most suitable property for your Lake District holiday. Give us a call on 01768 776065. Alternatively, you can check availability and book online on our website by following the link – Easter Lake District Cottages.
David Burton © February 2011
