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Shundraw Cottage, St. Johns-in-the-Vale

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Cumbria » St. Johns-in-the-Vale
Sleeps up to 6
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 3

Shundraw Cottage is a stone-built holiday home in St. Johns-in-the-Vale, within the Lake District National Park. Just 2. 2 miles from Threlkeld and 3. 8 miles from Keswick, it sits in an idyllic rural setting with panoramic views of Skiddaw, Helvellyn, Blencathra and Clough Head. The owners Eric and Sue live next door and greet guests with scones, butter, jam and a bottle of wine on arrival.

The River Greta is just 0. 6 miles away. Walks start straight from the gate. Surprise View gives panoramic views over Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite. Keswick is an 8-minute drive. The garden has a bird table and friendly sheep visit regularly. Note: there is no hot tub at this property.

The cottage sleeps 6 across three bedrooms.

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About Shundraw Cottage

Shundraw Cottage is a stone-built holiday home in St. Johns-in-the-Vale, within the Lake District National Park. Just 2.2 miles from Threlkeld and 3.8 miles from Keswick, it sits in an idyllic rural setting with panoramic views of Skiddaw, Helvellyn, Blencathra and Clough Head. The owners Eric and Sue live next door and greet guests with scones, butter, jam and a bottle of wine on arrival.

The River Greta is just 0.6 miles away. Walks start straight from the gate. Surprise View gives panoramic views over Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite. Keswick is an 8-minute drive. The garden has a bird table and friendly sheep visit regularly. Note: there is no hot tub at this property.

The cottage sleeps 6 across three bedrooms. The ground-floor king-size bedroom has an en-suite roll-top bath. A ground-floor twin can convert to a super-king on request. The upstairs twin is accessed by a spiral staircase with low headroom. A walk-in shower room with WC serves the other bedrooms.

Keswick town centre is 3.8 miles away (8-minute drive). Whinlatter Forest Park is around 8 miles west. Castlerigg Stone Circle is approximately 1.5 miles away (5 minutes). Derwentwater boat trips depart from Keswick Lakeside (4 miles, 10 minutes).

Shundraw Cottage suits families groups of up to 6 and two well-behaved dogs. Spotlessly clean with super-comfortable beds and a fully equipped kitchen guests repeatedly book again.

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Shundraw Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Shundraw Cottage during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Cumbria's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Castlerigg Stone Circle
Distance: 1.4 miles (2 min drive)
CA12 4RN
Threlkeld Quarry & Mining Museum
Distance: 2.1 miles (4 min drive)
CA12 4TT
Derwent Pencil Museum
Distance: 3.9 miles (6 min drive)
CA12 5NG
Blease Fell
Distance: 1.6 miles (3 min drive)
CA12 4SF
Dam Mire Wood
Distance: 1.4 miles (3 min drive)
CA12 4SA
Cumbria Way
Distance: 2.3 miles (7 min drive)
Lakes & Dales Co-operative
Distance: 3.9 miles (6 min drive)
CA12 5EF
Springs Cafe
Distance: 3.2 miles (6 min drive)
CA12 4AN
The Makers Mill
Distance: 3.2 miles (6 min drive)
CA12 5LG
Penrith (North Lakes) Station
Distance: 14.5 miles (19 min drive)
CA11 7JQ
Keswick Bus Station
Distance: 4 miles (6 min drive)
CA12 5EE
Keswick
Distance: 4.5 miles (8 min drive)
CA12 5DJ
Castlerigg Stone Circle
Distance: 1.4 miles (2 min drive)
CA12 4RN
Threlkeld Quarry & Mining Museum
Distance: 2.1 miles (4 min drive)
CA12 4TT
Derwent Pencil Museum
Distance: 3.9 miles (6 min drive)
CA12 5NG
Blease Fell
Distance: 1.6 miles (3 min drive)
CA12 4SF
Dam Mire Wood
Distance: 1.4 miles (3 min drive)
CA12 4SA
Cumbria Way
Distance: 2.3 miles (7 min drive)
Lakes & Dales Co-operative
Distance: 3.9 miles (6 min drive)
CA12 5EF
Springs Cafe
Distance: 3.2 miles (6 min drive)
CA12 4AN
The Makers Mill
Distance: 3.2 miles (6 min drive)
CA12 5LG
Penrith (North Lakes) Station
Distance: 14.5 miles (19 min drive)
CA11 7JQ
Keswick Bus Station
Distance: 4 miles (6 min drive)
CA12 5EE
Keswick
Distance: 4.5 miles (8 min drive)
CA12 5DJ

Is Shundraw Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
A cot and highchair are available. Children can watch birds from the garden bird table and meet the owners' pet sheep and Shetland pony on site. Keswick is 8 minutes away for rainy days. Whinlatter Forest Park is around 8 miles away with trails and a Go Ape site.
For Couples
The ground-floor king-size bedroom with en-suite roll-top bath makes this a genuinely romantic base. Owners leave wine and scones on arrival. Surprise View is a short drive for sunset walks. Keswick has good restaurants and Derwentwater boat trips are 4 miles away ideal for a quiet evening out.
Pet Friendly
Two well-behaved dogs are welcome. The owners leave dog treats in the welcome pack. There are walks from the gate and the owners' friendly Labrador is on site. Note the garden is only partially enclosed so dogs will need supervision outdoors at all times.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Shundraw Cottage

Horse & Farrier Inn, Threlkeld

Located 2.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA12 4SQ

The Square Orange Café, Keswick

Located 3.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA12 5JF

Morrels Restaurant, Keswick

Located 3.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA12 5DQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Shundraw Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Shundraw Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property does however have an en-suite roll-top bath in the ground-floor king-size bedroom which guests find a real treat.
Is Shundraw Cottage pet friendly?
Yes, two well-behaved dogs are welcome at Shundraw Cottage. The garden is partially enclosed so dogs should be supervised outdoors as the grassed area is not fully secure.
How many people does the cottage sleep?
The cottage sleeps up to 6 guests across three bedrooms. There is a ground-floor king-size, a ground-floor twin (convertible to super-king) and an upstairs twin accessed by a spiral staircase.
Is the cottage suitable for children?
Yes, a cot and highchair are available and children have loved the local wildlife and the owners' animals including sheep and a Shetland pony. Parents should note the spiral staircase to the upstairs twin bedroom.
How far is Keswick from the cottage?
Keswick is 3.8 miles from the cottage and guests report it takes around 8 minutes by car. The town has a wide range of shops, restaurants and access to Derwentwater boat trips.
What parking is available?
There is off-road parking for two cars at the property. The parking area is shared with the owners so guests should be aware of this on arrival.
What is included in the rental price?
Fuel and power are included in the rent along with bed linen and towels. The fully equipped kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and coffee maker.
Are the owners on site?
Yes, owners Eric and Sue live next door. Guests consistently praise them for being friendly and helpful without being intrusive they check in to make sure guests have everything they need.

Shundraw Cottage Reviews

I havent got a bad word to say about this property. We had the best adventure staying at Shundraw cottage. The owners were absolutely fantastic and took time to check in with us to make sure we had everything we needed. We have already booked to go back and counting the days down. Thank you Sue and Eric! Also to your daughter for taking time to chat to us. So excited to be coming back.
Suzanna
Shundraw Cottage is a lovely, comfy and well equipped holiday cottage, nestled in beautiful countryside. The kitchen has everything that you might need for your stay, the bedrooms are spacious and the beds very comfortable. The views from the cottage to High Rigg, Clough Head and Blencathra are wonderful even on a rainy day! There are enjoyable walks to do straight from the cottage gate and at the same time Keswick is close by, with easy access to other roads. There were much appreciated scones, butter and jam awaiting our arrival, Along with a bottle of wine and some dog treats for our dogs. A truly peaceful and beautiful place to stay.
Deborah
Fabulous property with everything you need. Lovely welcome pack the scones were delicious. The owners are amazing and the lovely Tara. Cant wait to go back
Was a lovely cottage everything was provided for self catering and such lovely ... Was a lovely cottage everything was provided for self catering and such lovely owners location was fantastic and even though we had loads of rain we still had a brilliant stay and would definitely book again
Victoria
Shundraw Cottage is in a beautiful location with amazing views. It's a great little cottage and Eric and Sue were really welcoming. The house had everything we needed and the kitchen was well equipped. It is really warm and cosy and suited our family of 6 adults well.
Sylvia
Absolutely delightful cottage, all the comforts which we would expect and more ,and the location Wow did not wish to leave at all ,, we would highly recommend this cottage to everyone ,and the hosts and family were lovely and welcoming .
A beautiful cottage, easy to get to, with beautiful views and lots of birds to look at in the garden. The owners were lovely and they made us feel very welcome. We were a little apprehensive about the staircase in the kitchenliving room because our dog is rather clumsy, but she didnt seem to realise that they were stairs because of their shape, and she never tried to follow our daughters upstairs. The kitchen was well equipped, with a separate freezer, which was handy for us. We got a Sainsburys order delivered when we arrived, and were able to make some nice meals at the cottage. The beds were comfortable and the shower powerful enough. The central heating kept the cottage nice and warm on colder days. The WiFi was quite strong, but we also had 4G signal at the cottage it kept our daughters happy in the evenings! Added bonus a friendly Labrador for our dog to play with, and a few very friendly sheep to say hello to. We loved that! A fantastic base for hiking! We hope to stay there again in the future. Sue and Eric, thank you so much we had a wonderful holiday!
Beautiful cottage in lovely location. The cottage is spotless warm and comfortable. The owners who live next door are very friendly and helpful when needed. The welcome pack it a nice touch after a long journey One of the best cottages we have rented in the Lake District and we would certainly return
Malcolm
Lovely comfortable cottage in a beautiful location!
Alison
Immaculate cottage, with everything you could need for a comfortable stay. Very peaceful and fantastic views. Owners are friendly and very helpful. It would have been useful to know before booking that the drivewayparking area is shared and the grassed area outside is not completely enclosed or secure.
Carolyn
A lovely well equipped and presented property that felt like home. The owners were very friendly and welcoming and always on hand if we had any questions. Would love to go back.
Andrew
Great place and friendly owners on site
We thoroughly enjoyed our 2 weeks in Shundraw cottage. Such a comfortable, homely cottage in an idyllic rural location, yet only a short drive to Keswick and Threlkeld. A range of excellent walks from the doorstep. Eric and Sue were wonderful hosts, never intrusive but always friendly and willing to help with any queries. We loved their pet sheep and the little Shetland pony! We definitely recommend.
Heather
Lovely stay, everything we needed in the cottage. The children loved the local wildlife and farm animals. Great location for Keswick, Grasmere, Whinlatter Forest and other days out.
Fantastic cottage with a lovely warm welcome package. Hot cross bubs and a bottle of wine were a lovely thought.Well kept cottage with everything you could possible wantneed for your holiday. Lovely position with super views. Handy being close to Keswick so we could pop to Brysons.We would live to come back.
A beautiful 2-Bedroom Cottage with Log Burner in Braithwaite with wonderful views and easy access to lots of lovely walks. A lovely place to come back to after a long days walk. The scones and bottle of wine was a lovely touch on our arrival and we really enjoyed our week there. We will defiantly being going again.
Me and the family spent a whole week here and had the most wonderful time. The cottage was a very warm and cosy place to come back to especially after a day out walking in the rain, which unfortunately was most days during our time here. Coming back here after a long, wet day out was definitely one of the highlights of our time in the Lake District, amongst the incredible scenery! The cottage had everything we needed, was very spacious and had a very well equipped kitchen. The beds were super comfy and the cottage is surrounded by the most beautiful views. We spent many mornings admiring all the different varieties of small birds feeding from 1-Bedroom Apartment with Balcony in Keswick table in front of the kitchen window. An absolute delight. If you want peace and quiet this cottage is perfect. It is also very conveniently located, only a short drive away from many wonderful places, and an 8 minute drive from Keswick. Thank you to Sue & Eric who were lovely hosts and very attentive. I'm sure we will be back again at some point in the future!
Beautifully equipped, comfortable and extremely clean property. Having stayed in many holiday cottages, this is up there with the best!
Slow internet connectivity
A delightful homely and attractive cottage quiet and beautiful location yet only 15 minutes from Keswick. Perfect to return to from a day quite often wet out in the wonderful Lake District. Lovely for two a second loo would make it lovely for 4 or 6.
Angela
Had a fantastic week lovely Hosts we will be back & recomend this lovely ... Had a fantastic week lovely Hosts we will be back & recomend this lovely cottage loved the sheep in garden made us laugh
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