Rosemary Cottage

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Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2

In a magnificent rural setting, with fabulous views of the Skiddaw mountain range, magnificent sunsets over the Solway Firth, and the hills of Galloway across the border, these most comfortable properties enjoy shared use of a large and colourful garden and were winners of the Keswick Tourism Association Country Establishments in 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007 and the Cumbria in Bloom Tourist Board Rose Bowl for Self Catering Establishment winners in 2004, 2005, and 2006. Both Rose Cottage and Rosemary Cottage are attached to the owner's farmhouse home; Rambling Rose Cottage and Rosedale Cottage are adjacent and were both recently converted to a high standard, whilst Primrose Cottage has been converted from a former byre and stands in a courtyard which is bedecked with flower tubs, window boxes and hanging baskets. All the cottages have been beautifully furnished and equipped to offer very attractive accommodation. All fitted and equipped to ETC `4 Star' standard. Guests will enjoy the friendly rare breeds sheep, pot bellied pigs, goats, and ponies (including a miniature shetland pony called Mirabelle and her foal) and visitors are welcome to walk in the fields surrounding the farm (a red squirrel has been spotted in the grounds), as well as the many public footpaths nearby. This 500-acre farm is set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with superb fell walking nearby. The pretty market town of Keswick stands on the shores of Derwent Water and makes an excellent base from which to explore delightful Borrowdale. There are many interesting walks as well as more strenuous hikes for the more experienced walker. In the town itself there are many interesting shops, inns and restaurants and an entertaining motor museum showcasing many of the cars from stage and screen. Just 6miles away Bassenthwaite Lake offers a variety of water sports. Within easy reach are the beautiful lakes of Derwent Water, Crummock Water and Buttermere, surrounded by Lakeland's dramatic scenery. Nearby Cockermouth (11 miles) is the birthplace of Lakeland's most famous poet, William Wordsworth, whose 18th-century town house is now protected by the National Trust. The town's other attractions include The Printing House, where visitors are invited to tackle some of the many printing machines, The Cumberland Toy and Model Museum and Jenning's Brewery Tour, which culminates with a tasting. There is tennis, riding and golf in the area, as well as good fishing locally and excellent bird watching from the farm, as well as the chance to spot the occasional red squirrel and deer, whilst it is a short drive to Osprey Watch at Dodd Wood, Bassenthwaite. The Scottish borders and Hadrians Wall are within easy touring distance. Pretty village of Caldbeck 4 miles with shops, restaurants and art gallery. There is a good choice of pubs and restaurants locally (including vegetarian), the nearest pub in Ireby is a 1½-mile drive away, and Uldale is 2miles away, also with a pub serving good food. An immaculately presented E.T.C. `4 Star' standard cottage with pleasant, uninterrupted views across fields towards the Caldbeck Fells and Skiddaw. Entrance to modern fitted kitchen with dining area with oak beams and arched windows. Shower room/W.C. First floor: Sitting room with glazed door to patio and own garden overlooking field with pet animals. Four steps up to pretty double bedroom with 5ft, lace-draped four-poster bed. Second floor: Spacious twin-bedded room. *Gas `log-effect' fire incl *Elec incl *Full oil CH incl *Parking *Shop 4miles *TV (Teletext) *Video *DVD *Shared laundry room with auto wm and t/dryer *M/wave *Cot *Private patio with furniture *Large shared garden *Shared farmland grounds of 500 acres *Barbecue *Armathwaite Hall Hotel Leisure Club (10-min drive) avail at charge payable locally, to include swimming-pool, gym, sauna, jacuzzi and steam room *Meal delivery service *Complimentary bottle of wine *Welcome tea tray *Milk, eggs and bread avail *Natural spring water supply *Duvets with linen and towels *Non-smokers only

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