Bramble Cottage

Braithwaite 2.3 miles. Bramble Cottage is a beautifully restored retreat tucked into the rural hamlet of Thornthwaite, sitting proudly at the foot of Lord’s Seat and Barf. Fully renovated and redecorated in 2026, this characterful cottage makes an ideal base for families or groups of friends who want space, comfort, and instant access to some of the Lake District’s finest scenery.

Step inside and you’ll find three inviting bedrooms: one double, one twin and one snug bunk room, all thoughtfully styled for proper post-adventure sleep with comfy ‘Premier Inn’ hotel mattresses. The cottage has both a family bathroom with bath—ideal for long soaks after a day on the fells—and a separate shower room with a high pressure, generous walk-in shower for brisk morning starts.

The heart of Bramble Cottage is the open-plan living space. Settle in by the log burner, put your feet up, and plan tomorrow’s exploits, or unwind in front of the smart TV. FreeSat satellite TV is included and guests are welcome to use their own Netflix, Prime Video, or Disney+ accounts.

The kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, induction hob, microwave, and toaster, making self-catering easy and enjoyable. Meals are shared around the dining table, which comfortably seats six.

The outside area is a peaceful spot for morning coffee or evening drinks at the picnic bench, with sweeping views across Skiddaw, Dodd, Latrigg, and the Helvellyn range—views that quietly remind you why you came.

Dogs. Dogs are warmly welcomed. There’s an enclosed exercise paddock where they can roam safely off-lead, plus a nearby stony beck and shallow ford for rinsing muddy paws—or enthusiastic splashing. A hosepipe at the cottage handles the truly committed mud lovers.

Cycling. Cyclists are well catered for, with your own secure private storage for up to six bikes behind a metal security door with multipoint locking. E-bikes can be charged overnight at no extra cost, and Whinlatter Forest’s mountain bike trails are accessible directly from the cottage.

Walking. With open access land right next door, walking routes begin at the doorstep. Barf rises immediately above the cottage, with easy links to classic Wainwrights including Lord’s Seat, Whinlatter, Broom Fell, Graystones, Ling Fell, and Sale Fell. Nearby Beck Wythop and Whinlatter Forest offer extensive woodland paths, bridleways, and tracks for gentler explorations.

Watersports. Bassenthwaite Lake is just an 800-metre stroll away—perfect for a bracing pre-breakfast dip. The lake supports boating, canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and fishing. Derwentwater is only ten minutes away for an even wider range of watersports.

Bramble Cottage is a true home from home: comfortable, well-equipped, and perfectly placed for making the most of everything the northern Lake District has to offer.

Large groups.

Beckstones Barn houses a collection of three holiday let properties on the same site, which could be booked together, altogether sleeping 14 guests.

Wren's Nest Ref. 1166809 – sleeps 2.

Swallow's Nest Ref.1074857 – sleeps 6.

Bramble Cottage Ref.116302 – sleeps 6.