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2026 Self-Catering Breaks in the Lake District, Borrowdale, Ullswater & More!
2026 Self-Catering Breaks in the Lake District, Borrowdale, Ullswater & More!
Kirkstones is a ground floor apartment in a converted house in Thornthwaite, North Lake District. Rated 4 stars and scoring 4. 9 out of 5 from 59 guest reviews, this two-bedroom property sits in an elevated position with breathtaking views across Keswick, Skiddaw and the surrounding fells. The terrace catches sun for most of the day. Note: this property does not have a hot tub.
The setting is quiet and rural. Whinlatter Forest is on your doorstep. Bassenthwaite Lake is just 1 mile away. Keswick is a short drive. A bus runs every 30 minutes to Keswick from a nearby stop. Jays and red squirrels visit regularly and guests have spotted roe deer, hedgehogs and rabbits from the patio.
Sleeps 4 across two bedrooms.
Kirkstones is a ground floor apartment in a converted house in Thornthwaite, North Lake District. Rated 4 stars and scoring 4.9 out of 5 from 59 guest reviews, this two-bedroom property sits in an elevated position with breathtaking views across Keswick, Skiddaw and the surrounding fells. The terrace catches sun for most of the day. Note: this property does not have a hot tub.
The setting is quiet and rural. Whinlatter Forest is on your doorstep. Bassenthwaite Lake is just 1 mile away. Keswick is a short drive. A bus runs every 30 minutes to Keswick from a nearby stop. Jays and red squirrels visit regularly and guests have spotted roe deer, hedgehogs and rabbits from the patio.
Sleeps 4 across two bedrooms. The king bedroom has an en-suite shower room. The twin bedroom is served by a separate family bathroom with corner bath and shower. Two bathrooms make this ideal for two couples or a family of four.
Castlerigg Stone Circle is 4 miles away (10 mins). Theatre by the Lake in Keswick is 5 miles (12 mins). Whinlatter Forest Park is under 2 miles (5 mins). Mirehouse and Bassenthwaite Lake are just 1 mile away (4 mins).
Kirkstones suits walkers, couples and families who want a well-equipped base with spectacular fell views and easy access to the best of the North Lakes. Repeat guests book year after year. It's that good.
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Located 1.2 miles from your accommodation.
Postcode: CA13 9YE
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Postcode: CA12 5SY
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Postcode: CA12 5JY
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