We love this cottage, it is in such a lovely position for enjoying the Lake District. It's so quiet, great for a good nights sleep and yet it's so easy to get into Keswick which is around a 10 minute drive away. You can walk to Braithwaite and we had a wonderful meal in the Royal Oak, you need to book well in advance of your stay.
The gallery in thornwaite is just down the road, this does good coffee and has some lovely items to buy.
Walking up from the cottage brings you to whinlatter forest, its uphill all the way but worth the walk. Whinlatter is famous for its red squirrels and has some lovely walks. The coffee shop does amazing lunches and cakes.
The cottage is lovely and warm and very relaxing, just what you need for a great break.