Tucked away in a remote part of the Lake District countryside
are a number of Helvellyn cottages, benefitting from this rural
setting. Enjoy a relaxing break in one of this regions finest
locations.
Why Helvellyn?
Situated within a few miles of the centre of the Lake District
National Park, famous for its lakes, mountains, forests and
literary associations, Helvellyn is the ideal place to visit. Some
of the early visitors to Helvellyn were the famous romantic poets
William Wordsworth and Samuel Taylor Coleridge, who lived nearby.
With the mountain stretching so high, on a clear day you can see
all the way across to Scotland and Wales. If a rural cottage has
always been your dream, you can't get much more remote and
peaceful than this. Browse through our
Lake District travel guide to discover a whole host of places
to visit during your holiday.
Places to Visit near Helvellyn
This isolated setting benefits from the wonderful Helvellyn
mountain, popular for winter climbing. If you're feeling
adventurous, take some camping gear and spend a night near the Red
Tarn, offering some of the most magnificent views of Striding Edge
and the Helvellyn summit itself. There is a village store and post
office in the nearby village of Patterdale for the essentials, also
boasting a local pub for refreshments. A few miles drive away is
the thriving market town of Keswick,
hosting a number of historical sites. Castlerigg Stone Circle is
nearby, dating back to the Late Neolithic period. William
Wordworth's former home of Dove Cottage is also within driving
distance and is a must-see during your trip. Discover how the late
poet lived his life, with a lovely cottage garden he planted
himself with his sister Dororthy, and the adjacent Wordsworth
Museum offering events from craft workshops to fine art, poetry and
photography for children. Take a drive towards Greystoke,
Buttermere,
Cockermouth,
Ennerdale,
Kendal
and Bassenthwaite
for an endless list of sites to be seen.
Types of Holidays
Don't leave your trusty companion at home while you jet off
on holiday, take a look at our list of
dog-friendly cottages in the Lake District for some more
inspiration. Looking for a countryside break with your partner? Our
romantic cottages in the Lake District provide the ideal
weekend escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Or treat
yourself to a
luxury Lake District cottage for a truly exceptional holiday
experience.