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Wonderful holiday home | Mary Rook Cottage - Ormathwaite Farm Cottages, Underskiddaw, near Keswick
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First floor mezzanine living area | Mary Rook Cottage - Ormathwaite Farm Cottages, Underskiddaw, near Keswick
Spacious living room | Mary Rook Cottage - Ormathwaite Farm Cottages, Underskiddaw, near Keswick

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Underskiddaw, near Keswick, ENG
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Theatre By The Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Derwentwater
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Mary Rook Cottage - UK1369

Floor-to-ceiling glazing and glass balustrades maximise the feeling of light and spaciousness at this superb barn conversion.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Dining room 2:
Kitchen: Freeview TV, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Dining room 2:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Living/dining room: Galleried,40" Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Air source underfloor central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for wood burner included.. Small lawned garden (shared with other property on-site). Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. Featuring two beautifully renovated and contemporary holiday cottages within a barn conversion, both Mary Rook Cottage and Tarn Rigg Cottage provide the perfect retreat for your next Lake District adventure. Situated on a working beef and sheep farm, just 1 mile from the bustling town centre of Keswick, you can have the best of both worlds - a peaceful break with stunning surroundings, as well as easy access to one of the most popular towns in The Lake District National Park.
Newly renovated for 2019 and presented to a very good standard, these modern holiday cottages feature all the design elements you would expect from a 21st-century holiday cottage. A lot of thought and care has gone into creating the perfect holiday experience, with guests’ comfort top on the list of priorities. Each sleeping four, these holiday cottages are very welcoming for couples and families and can also be booked together to accommodate up to eight guests. As you enter Mary Rook Cottage, you will be greeted by a floor-to-ceiling glazed frontage which allows daylight to flood this property. A mezzanine upper floor, with glass balustrades, gives a wonderful feeling of space. The ground floor features an open plan kitchen and dining area leading to a spacious double bedroom with TV, kingsize bed and plenty of storage. There’s also a beautifully finished bathroom with shower over the bath. (Hot water is limited to 50 degrees) Upstairs you’ll find the spacious living room with a wood burner (logs supplied) as well as a second bedroom, which also features a kingsize bed, TV and an en-suite shower room.
Ormathwaite Farm Cottages offer a great location, whether you’re looking for action-packed adventure or just a relaxing and peaceful break, and there is plenty to do in the area. If you like outdoor adventure including walking, cycling and climbing, you are surrounded by some amazing scenery and routes around Skiddaw, Blencathra, Catbells and Latrigg, all within a few miles. Derwentwater, offering sailing and other water sports is just 2 miles away. The bustling town of Keswick is just 1 mile away, which is an easy walk, or a short 5-minute taxi ride if you want to leave the car behind and head out for a meal and a few drinks. Keswick is vibrant and has a great outdoor market; its bustling centre has an abundance of quality restaurants, pubs serving local cask ales, independent shops, with both outdoor and fashion brands. Plenty of delis, bakeries, coffee shops and local craft stalls are also to be found. If you like culture, check out the Theatre By The Lake, 2 miles, with arts and drama on the banks of Derwentwater, where you can hire a rowing boat or even take a dip. For family fun, why not try Puzzling Place, 1½ miles, which is a mind boggling attraction based on optical illusions, or the Derwent Pencil Museum, 1½ miles, home to the largest pencil in the world. Or for a really wild day out, try The Lake District Wildlife Park at Bassenthwaite, 8 miles, or The Lakes Distillery offering daily tasting and tours, 8 miles. If you fancy a round of golf, Keswick Golf Club is just 5½ miles.
Perfect for couples and families, Ormathwaite Farm Cottages are the perfect choice for your next holiday.
Mary Rook Cottage Cottage can be booked together with Tarn Rigg Cottage (ref UK1368) to accommodate up to 8 guests.

There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.

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Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Keswick

Located in Keswick, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lodore Falls and Ullswater. Womenrock and Go Ape Whinlatter are also worth visiting.
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Underskiddaw, near Keswick, ENG

What's nearby

  • Cumberland Pencil Museum - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Theatre By The Lake - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Derwentwater - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Lodore Falls - 9 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 25 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chief Justice of the Common Pleas - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Pheasant Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Lakeland Spice - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Merienda - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Bank Tavern - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mary Rook Cottage - UK1369 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mary Rook Cottage - UK1369?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mary Rook Cottage - UK1369?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mary Rook Cottage - UK1369 located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Keswick Museum and Art Gallery, Crosthwaite Church and Cumberland Pencil Museum. The Puzzling Place and Hope Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful visit

V welcoming, clean and cosy property with THE most comfy beds ever worn gorgeous crisp white linen. Hosts so friendly too linen. V friendly hosts too.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

maurice b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

On the farm

Located just outside Keswick, we walked into the centre reasonably easily. The views are good across the sheep fields. The accommodation is well presented with very comfortable beds, kitchen is adequate for self catering though as is common the knives provided were blunt. I always take my own.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rose cottage.

Great location, everything you need at the rental. Could not wish for better. Clean all through the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Amazing cottage, excellent location & very peaceful.

Amazing cottage, excellent location & very peaceful. Will definitely return.

10/10 Excellent

CATHY C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Place

Had a great time in the accommodation it was perfect. Very clean and had everything we wanted for our couple of nights stay. The place was warm and cosy and beds were amazing so comfy. Highly recommend it as a quiet rural place that is near lots of things to do. It is well equipped and felt homely with the log burner on in the evening. A great place for a romantic break away from it all or with a couple of family or friends. Had an excellent time and didn't want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

DONNA S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This is the place you want to stay.

I was very impressed at this very welcoming cottage. It is the ideal location to stay. It is situated on a sheep farm and the landscape and scenery is gorgeous outside. It is the ideal location near Keswick. We came in on Nov. 27th and found the heat wasn't registering and I went next door to knock on door and the gentlemen (Jack) was very nice and willing to help us out. We were also missing firewood to burn in the wood stove and he was very helpful to get us some. He brought us 2 electric heaters to help us heat the cottage faster. I can not say enough how nice this cottage was and would definitely book Mary Rook Cottage again when coming to the Lake District and will recommend this to my friends if they choose to come this way. Thx for making are stay perfect even if it was raining most of the time.
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

B

Beautiful well equipped cottage in a stunning area
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stunning cottage in a wonderful location for us.

Stunning cottage in a wonderful location for us. Keswick is just about walking distance and can head straight into the hills from the front door. Well equiped cottage and a lovely space to spend some time. Will return. Only negatives- wifi was very slow - probably unavoidable in the location. Not convinced that the heating was working properly in one of the bedrooms (but wasn't a big problem).
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10/10 Excellent

Lee

Fantastic accomodation on beautiful setting.

Fantastic accomodation on beautiful setting. A wonderful family time .
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10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Excellent cottage, well equipped & spotlessly clean.

Excellent cottage, well equipped & spotlessly clean. Would definitely stay here again
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10/10 Excellent

L

Lovely cottage in beautiful setting
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10/10 Excellent

Barry

Superb.

Superb.
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10/10 Excellent

Peter

B

Beautiful cottage with beautiful scenery, not far from town centre, plenty of pubs and eating places for an enjoyable experience!
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10/10 Excellent

James

A lovely week, in a wonderful property close to Keswick and all that it has to offer.

A lovely week, in a wonderful property close to Keswick and all that it has to offer.
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Beautiful cottage in an idyllic place.

Beautiful cottage in an idyllic place. Surrounded by hills, peace and tranquility. It's beautifully clean and well presented, cosy, snug and has all that you need. It really is a gem of a find and I will definitely be returning.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage in a equally lovely location.

Lovely cottage in a equally lovely location. Quiet Rural setting but within easy reach of Keswick with all its shopping & amenities. Skiddaw & Latrigg are close by for a challenging or easy hike . The nearest pub The Pheasant Inn is less than a mile away & is child & dog friendly with outdoor seating to the front & rear. Food is served in the evenings at reasonable prices, but probably best to book in advance as it's very popular.
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8/10 Good

Brian

This proved an ideal base for our holiday on the lakes.

This proved an ideal base for our holiday on the lakes. The A66 is just half a mile away and this gives quick access to various destinations. A short walk, either over the fields or down the road gives access to Keswick. A good base to also start local walks e.g. Latrigg or Swiddaw. The weather was very kind to us with plenty of warmth and sunshine. Generally well maintained although minor adjustments are necessary. The only real downside was the very poor wifi.
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Beautiful cottage, extremely well equipped kitchen and clean throughout.

Beautiful cottage, extremely well equipped kitchen and clean throughout. A 30 minute walk into Keswick. A washing machine would be a valuable addition, but otherwise - perfect
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10/10 Excellent

martine

e

exceptional address! we really enjoyed it; the only fault for us was the lack of CD or DVD player( we didin' use any of the 4 tvs!)
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

What a gem of a cottage in a wonderfully scenic location.

What a gem of a cottage in a wonderfully scenic location. Walks from the doorstep and just a short drive to Derwent Water and all it offers. The owners have thought of everything and with two bedrooms and bathrooms it is perfect for two couples sharing. We had marvellous weather so had no need for the underfloor heating or wood burning stove but in the colder winter months I imagine it would be super cosy. Excellent supermarket in Keswick plus many good restaurants and pubs all around. Definitely want to return.
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

A wonderfully comfortable and well designed cottage.

A wonderfully comfortable and well designed cottage.
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Gorgeous cottage in a stunning location.

Gorgeous cottage in a stunning location.
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10/10 Excellent

Tom

Such a fantastic home.

Such a fantastic home. It was wonderfully clean and very well equipped with the added bonus of a log burner. Beautifully maintained. A really nice setting and only down the road from Keswick.
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10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Everything we needed for a relaxing break.

Everything we needed for a relaxing break. Well equiped and comfortable, in a very quiet and peaceful area. Easy access to Keswick and the surrounding area and fells. Small issue was poor phone signal and wifi which tends to be expected in rural areas.
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10/10 Excellent

C

G

Great place - only issue is water pressure and wifi (both geographically caused!) but this is a lovely place in a great location and we really enjoyed it And had a great time! Thankyou

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