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Scales View

Threlkeld, Lake District
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs allowed 2
3
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Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Pub nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • One of three comfortable holiday homes in a converted, stone-built barn
  • Situated at the foot of Blencathra with wonderful views across the valley
  • Perfect for couples, a group of friends, families and two four-pawed pals
Overview
Property code: SZ433

Scales is a tiny hamlet on the A66 which provides easy access to the wider area. Surrounded by quiet roads that are ideal for cycling and lots of walking routes to suit all abilities, this is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts on two and four legs. Threlkeld is 2 miles along the road and is a delightful village, boasting three pubs, one of which is across the road so a hearty, home-cooked meal is always available. Just 3 miles away, the Threlkeld Quarry & Mining Museum is a great day out, with tours taking you on an underground railway. Tackling the Skiddaw and Blencathra ranges are not for the faint-hearted and the mountain trials at Whinlatter Forest Park will delight the mountain bikers amongst you. For a spot of retail therapy head to Keswick (6 miles), where there is a great choice of independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants all on the banks of Derwentwater.

Enter this tri-level barn conversion from the main door into the spacious, open-plan living space. The heart of the house, there is ample space for everyone to gather at the end of a busy day. Relax on the two sofas with a glass of wine in hand and a film on the TV, as your pup snoozes at your feet. There is a dining table and chairs to seat up to six people, perfect for sociable mealtime gatherings. The kitchen is equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washer/dryer. Completing this floor is the shower room. From this floor stairways lead to both the first floor and the lower ground floor. There is a double bedroom, a twin bedroom and a bathroom with a shower over the bath on the lower ground floor. There is also a hallway that leads onto the large patio area with table and chairs. On the first floor there is a spacious, double bedroom.

Outside there is a patio area with outdoor seating, and a further BBQ and picnic area that is shared with the adjoining two cottages. There is parking to the side of the property in a large off-road parking area.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 double and 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with a shower over the bath and a WC, and 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave and washer/dryer
  • TV, DVD, VCR and CD
  • Regret no Wi-Fi
  • Towels not provided
  • Patio area with outdoor seating, shared BBQ and picnic area
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Short breaks available from Friday and Monday on selected dates - please call to book
  • Complex of properties - can be booked along with adjoining cottages to accommodate groups of up to 16 people. A 10% discount is available when all three cottages are booked together
  • Pub 20 metres, shops and restaurants 5 miles
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Kylie Harmon-Twidle

This property joined our collection in 2021 and is managed by Kylie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 16 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Ian, 28th December 2024

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Good location is good for walking/fell running but the property is in a very poor state of repair. We stayed here 12 years ago & it seems very little (if anything) has been done to the property since. The fridge is held together with tape, half of the light bulbs in the property are missing, the hot tap does not work in one bathroom, & furniture inRead more the bedroom is falling apart. The advertised DVD player was not there & parking far from ample as you have to compete with walkers and pub goers. Hide

Reviewed by Philip, 26th October 2024

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This cottage is in a great location, we walked up Blencathra from the front door. Thee is loads of space and very good food in the pub behind. Despite being so close to the main road traffic noise is minimal. The place would benefit from some TLC to bring the standard up but as a walking base it was perfectly adequate and had advantages to balance Read moreout cosmetic issues. Hide

Reviewed by Martyn, 5th October 2024

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Ideal location for walking the north lakes. In need of some TLC, but all the amenities required.

Reviewed by Paul, 21st September 2024

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Great location for the mountains and pub although next to a main road.

Reviewed by Linda, 14th September 2024

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Reviewed by Jamie, 5th July 2024

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Reviewed by Abigail, 1st June 2024

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A fantastic cottage! Weve stayed before and have already rebooked for next year too. It has everything we couldve needed and in a perfect location for exploring. Very clean and homely, would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by Mike, 8th December 2023

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Great location. Spacious, warm and comfortable.

Reviewed by Jamie, 29th September 2023

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Great cottage in an ideal location for exploring the central Lakes. The food in the pub opposite is also excellent

Reviewed by Sally, 29th July 2023

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The layout and space in the cottage is good. It is right beside the A66 so noisy. Sadly we cannot recommend this property as things we reported last year were still the same and on the Thursday night we found a substantial leak in the kitchen roof and a lesser one in the bedroom. You could see water damage from before. Nothing was done despite contRead moreacting the owner. This property has maintenance and update needs that are not being dealt with. Hide

Reviewed by Sean, 8th July 2023

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Great location but cottage needs some maintenance. It was our fourth stay in cottage but ..

Reviewed by Isabel, 17th June 2023

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Reviewed by Terry, 10th June 2023

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The kitchen needs repairs and made safe, fridge door, wall cupboards falling off. Oven door when opened the inner glass door slides right out. Very comfy beds, bedrooms and shower.

Reviewed by Dean, 3rd June 2023

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Plus side is it is a big cottage with plenty of space. 2 bathrooms. Great area for Blancathra, Siddaw & Helvellyn & Keswick Nice local pub on door step. Negative Glass on oven door nearly fell out, needs fixing. Needs bit of TLC in places. Overall Would stay there again.

Reviewed by Rachael, 27th May 2023

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We have now stayed in these cottages for three years running. The location is very good with easy access to Keswick and different areas of the Lakes. We like that we can have family staying next door - which is difficult to find elsewhere. They are also really spacious with good heating. But, the decor is tired, the furniture sagging and in some caRead moreses falling apart. Each year we have reported the same faults but there have been minimal changes made. Definitely not the luxury option! Hide

Reviewed by Amanda, 13th May 2023

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Perfect location and layout of the property but could do with some updating.

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