Derwent Lea
About the home
The Lake District is frequently voted Britain's finest landscape, and Derwent Lea has the best view of that landscape. You could sit out on the patio to soak it up, or view it from the picture windows in all the main rooms. It's an ideal base for a family reunion, or a group of friends here for a walking holiday.
Applethwaite hamlet is secluded, quiet and intimate, with freedom to roam right from the door; and yet lively Keswick with its outdoor shops, theatre, cinema and multiple attractions is only 2 km away. Derwent Lea has its own secure garden, plus use of the surrounding four acre field.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 8, 4 bedrooms |
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| Will consider: | Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 2km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | Pets welcome Smokers welcome Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Satellite TV |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 4 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 1 family bathroom and 1 shower room |
| Furniture: | Single beds (4), Double beds (2), Cots (2), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8 |
| Other: | Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
The immediate impression as you enter Derwent Lea is of space, light, and the fantastic views from every window. Both lounge and dining room are roomy, with large picture windows framing the superb view over the Derwent Valley. The kitchen is equally generous, with room for breakfast if you wish; and upstairs the bedrooms, -especially the king sized, are also comfortably proportioned and with the same great views.
Further details outdoors:
Tick boxes do no justice to the Derwent Lea garden. The patio is breath-taking; just the place for a leisurely drink or a BBQ at the end of a day on the fells. The garden is secure, so if you have a pet or young children they can roam in safety. Added to that, we own the four acre field that surrounds the house, and you are welcome to use it as you will.
Conditions
Booking requires a one-third deposit, with the balance payable a calendar month before arrival.
We accept cheques or cards.
Cancellation can result in the loss of either deposit or full payment, but we will always try to re-let, and if successful will re-imburse.
Up to two dogs are welcome.
Photos
The Cumbria/Lake District region


The Lake District is regularly voted the finest scenery in Britain, and Keswick is at its heart. Soaring mountains, beautiful tranquil lakes, sparkling rivers and so many places of interest you could spend months here and not exhaust the possibilities. Keswick prides itself on being 'the Adventure Capital' of England, and you can take part in virtually every outdoor activity: walking, climbing, sailing, canoeing, horse riding, golf, even paragliding. It's not always sunny of course, but even on wetter days there are castles, museums, stately homes, and many other covered attractions to visit, and as the saying goes, there has to be a little rain to keep the lakes topped up!
The Keswick / Applethwaite area
Keswick town is perfect for visitors, with outdoor shops, a wonderful theatre, cafes spilling out onto the streets, and Lake road leading down to its jewel, lovely Lake Derwentwater. At the newly refurbished foreshore you can stroll to Friar's Crag, take a rowing boat out for an hour or more, take a trip on one of the graceful launches, or hire anything from a canoe or a windsurfer to a dinghy, -with wetsuits provided.
Where Keswick is busy and bustling, Applethwaite is tranquil and peaceful. You're more likely to come across a hen, pig or duck than a motorbike, and to wander through its peaceful lanes is a pleasure indeed. There are no facilities, save for the little chapel, but with Keswick just a couple of miles away, who needs them?
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Manchester: 180 km |
| Railway: | Penrith: 28 km |
Keswick is the hub of the English Lake District, and very easy to reach by car or public transport. Just 18 miles from Penrith, on the M6 motorway and main West Coast railway line, the A66 quickly brings you to Keswick. For those using public transport theere are three buses per hour from Penrith Railway Station, and a short taxi ride completes the journey. Nearest airport is Manchester, and there are frequent direct trains from there to Penrith.
Activities near Keswick
Tennis in town
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
![]() 02 Jan 2012 |
We spent a week at the property in October 2010 with family and friends, and for a few hundred pounds we were a bit concerned about what sort of 4 bedroom house it would be. We weren't disappointed, in fact we were astounded at the value for money. The house is massive: two large reception rooms (one is a more formal dining room and the other a lounge with open fire), a large kitchen with another dining table, two bathrooms and 4 large bedrooms. All of these rooms have amazing views of the mountains. There is also a beautiful patio area that has a panoramic view of the beautiful view..an amazing place to have a glass of wine or your morning coffee. There's also an enclosed garden (perfect for our dogs) that surrounds the house. It's very close to Derwent Water, which has the most amazing walks and in my opinion, is one of the most beautiful locations in the Lake District. I cannot recommend this property enough. Best wishes for an equally beautiful stay. (have attached pics but forgot to take any of the actual house) |
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
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| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Winter | 23 Feb 09 | 3 Apr 09 | £ 490 | 110 | 110 | 3 Nights |
| Easter | 3 Apr 09 | 17 Apr 09 | £ 790 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Spring | 17 Apr 09 | 22 May 09 | £ 490 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Half term | 22 May 09 | 29 May 09 | £ 990 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early Summer | 29 May 09 | 17 Jul 09 | £ 570 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer holidays | 17 Jul 09 | 28 Aug 09 | £ 790 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early Autumn | 28 Aug 09 | 1 Oct 09 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn | 14 Oct 09 | 23 Oct 09 | £ 490 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Half term | 23 Oct 09 | 30 Oct 09 | £ 890 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Winter 09 | 30 Oct 09 | 21 Dec 09 | £ 490 | 110 | 110 | 3 Nights |
| Christmas/New Year | 21 Dec 09 | 4 Jan 10 | £ 1190 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Winter 2010 | 4 Jan 10 | 26 Mar 10 | £ 490 | 110 | 110 | 3 Nights |
| 26 Mar 10 | 9 Apr 10 | £ 790 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 9 Apr 10 | 28 May 10 | £ 570 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 28 May 10 | 4 Jun 10 | £ 990 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 4 Jun 10 | 9 Jul 10 | £ 570 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 9 Jul 10 | 16 Jul 10 | £ 600 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 16 Jul 10 | 23 Jul 10 | £ 790 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 23 Jul 10 | 27 Aug 10 | £ 890 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 27 Aug 10 | 10 Sep 10 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 10 Sep 10 | 22 Oct 10 | £ 570 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 22 Oct 10 | 29 Oct 10 | £ 790 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 29 Oct 10 | 21 Dec 10 | £ 550 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 21 Dec 10 | 28 Dec 10 | £ 990 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 28 Dec 10 | 4 Jan 11 | £ 1190 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 4 Jan 11 | 8 Apr 11 | £ 550 | 120 | 100 | 3 Nights | |
| 8 Apr 11 | 22 Apr 11 | £ 890 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 22 Apr 11 | 27 May 11 | £ 590 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 27 May 11 | 3 Jun 11 | £ 990 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Jun 11 | 1 Jul 11 | £ 590 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Jul 11 | 15 Jul 11 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 15 Jul 11 | 22 Jul 11 | £ 890 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 22 Jul 11 | 2 Sep 11 | £ 990 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 2 Sep 11 | 16 Sep 11 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 16 Sep 11 | 21 Oct 11 | £ 590 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 21 Oct 11 | 29 Oct 11 | £ 890 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 29 Oct 11 | 21 Dec 11 | £ 590 | 120 | 100 | 3 Nights | |
| Christmas | 21 Dec 11 | 28 Dec 11 | £ 990 | - | - | 1 Week |
| New Year | 28 Dec 11 | 4 Jan 12 | £ 1290 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Winter2012 | 4 Jan 12 | 30 Mar 12 | £ 590 | 110 | 120 | 3 Nights |
| Easter 2012 | 30 Mar 12 | 20 Apr 12 | £ 990 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early spring 2012 | 20 Apr 12 | 1 Jun 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Spring Bank Holiday | 1 Jun 12 | 8 Jun 12 | £ 990 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Spring | 8 Jun 12 | 22 Jun 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early Summer | 22 Jun 12 | 13 Jul 12 | £ 690 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early holidays | 13 Jul 12 | 20 Jul 12 | £ 890 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer holidays | 20 Jul 12 | 31 Aug 12 | £ 1050 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early Sept | 31 Aug 12 | 14 Sep 12 | £ 690 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn | 14 Sep 12 | 26 Oct 12 | £ 650 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Half term | 26 Oct 12 | 2 Nov 12 | £ 950 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Winter 2012 | 2 Nov 12 | 21 Dec 12 | £ 650 | 120 | 130 | 3 Nights |
| Christmas 2012 | 21 Dec 12 | 28 Dec 12 | £ 990 | - | - | 1 Week |
| New Year 2012 | 28 Dec 12 | 4 Jan 13 | £ 1390 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Winter 12/13 | 4 Jan 13 | 29 Mar 13 | £ 650 | 120 | 130 | 3 Nights |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
These charges are fully inclusive of heating, electricity, bed-linen etc. All you need to provide are your towels.
We can take cheques or card payment.
Deposit is one-third of the price on booking; balance a month before arrival.
Availability
See below for next 9 months' availability - to see the next 24 months click here
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 2 years listed You are contacting Ian Hall
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Languages spoken ![]() The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2009. This cottage has received 1 review from previous guests. ![]() |
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