Rowan Tree Cottage is an elegantly furnished home in Keswick, Cumbria. This property sleeps four guests and sits just a third of a mile from the town centre. Oak floors run throughout the open-plan living spaces and two large sofas sit beside a wood burner with Sky TV. The front sitting area offers views over the rooftops towards Latrigg.

Keswick sits in the heart of the Lake District. Derwentwater is minutes away for water sports and rowing boats. Fitz Park has tennis courts and a playground. Whinlatter Forest Park lies 5 miles away with cycling trails and a high ropes course at Go Ape.

The cottage has two bedrooms. One super-king-size room and one king-size room both feature fitted wardrobes and high-quality cotton bedding. The family shower room has a large walk-in power shower. A country-style kitchen includes a range cooker with gas hob, two ovens and a dishwasher. The conservatory-style sitting area leads to an enclosed rear patio.

Theatre by the Lake hosts concerts and plays. Castlerigg Stone Circle sits just above Keswick. Whinlatter Forest Park (5 miles, 12 minutes) offers forest adventures. Penrith (17 miles, 30 minutes) has independent shops and restaurants.

Rowan Tree Cottage suits families with older children and couples who love walking. Free on-street parking and two dogs welcome.