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Barrow Gate

Borrowdale, Lake District
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Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Electric vehicle charging
Towels included
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At a glance

  • A beautiful 17th-century property set on the shores of Derwentwater
  • This cosy and inviting property enjoys stunning views of the Lake District
  • The cottage is a wonderful base for keen walkers discovering the Borrowdale Valley
Property code: SZ061

With Derwentwater across the road, this is a fantastic base for exploring this beautiful lake and its magical surrounding countryside. The scenic 10-mile walk around the lake provides many memorable highlights, with Surprise View and Lodore Falls just a mile to the south, and the thriving town of Keswick to the north (2.5 miles). Keswick is home to a range of great places to eat and drink, as well as popular attractions including the Derwent Pencil Museum, the Puzzling Place and Castlerigg Stone Circle. Climbers can head to local peaks including Dale Head (6 miles) and Grisedale Pike (7 miles). Several other lakes are within easy reach including Bassenthwaite Lake (6.5 miles), Buttermere (9.5 miles) and Crummock Water (11.5 miles).

Three gentle steps lead up from the road and onto the path leading to the cottage. Entering the property, the airy and relaxing lounge is a perfect space to unwind in, featuring a lovely open fire and arched windows with extensive views over the surrounding fells and the lake. TV reception is limited, so the room is ideal for cuddling up, chatting into the night or catching up with a good book. The light and stylish kitchen has a wide range of equipment including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and washing machine. There’s also a handy store room which contains a Swedish drying cabinet perfect for laundry or wet coats and boots. In the spacious separate dining room you can gather to plan your day or share your favourite meals. Exploring further, there are three delightful bedrooms, decorated in delicate light tones and with plenty of storage space: there’s a bright double room with dual aspect windows, a pretty twin room overlooking the lake and a cosy single room, also with lake views. The property features a family bathroom complete with a shower and a WC.

Stepping outside, the veranda looks out across the garden and features outdoor furniture perfect for a picnic or a morning coffee as you take in the fantastic scenery. There is ample parking available for two cars. 

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin, 1 single
  • 1 shower room with sink and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer
  • Open fire
  • Smart TV 
  • Electric heating included
  • High speed Wi-Fi
  • Garden with veranda, lawn and outdoor furniture
  • Private parking for 2 cars
  • EV charging available - payment to be made directly to owners
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Keswick 2.5 miles
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 16:00 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 £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Kylie Harmon-Twidle

This property is personally managed by Kylie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 28 guest ratings

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Overall equipment
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Overall comfort
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Overall location
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Reviewed by Peter 2nd May 2025

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Fantastic location. Love that original features such as wooden shutters have been kept. Modern kitchen and shower room sympathetically added. Lovely walks around Derwent Water. Good places nearby to explore for food and drink. Bus service stops right outside the cottage.

Reviewed by David 21st February 2025

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Reviewed by Sylvia 3rd January 2025

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Barrow Gate is a very cosy and comfortable cottage. Five of us stayed for three nights and had a wonderful time. We all slept very well!

Reviewed by Lesley 15th November 2024

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Absolutely wonderful place to stay, comfortable, warm, clean and right by Derwentwaters. We would book again.

Reviewed by Peter 1st November 2024

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Lovely cottage and a fantastic location.

Reviewed by Ruth 25th October 2024

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Love the lodge . Wish it was ours . Cant imagine anyone else having an early morning swim in calm morning Derwentwater or walking to Grange for a hot chocolate . No one else could possibly head to the Ladore for a bottle of bubbles after running around the lake . Who else would jump on the bus to get back after wandering Keswick shops and market orRead more catch the ferry to hawsend and enjoy lunch in Langholm gardens ? Cant imagine any one but us wanting to do those magical things Hide

Reviewed by Mark 18th October 2024

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Outstanding location, super relaxing environment. Would definately return.

Reviewed by Gillian 15th October 2024

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Reviewed by Peter 27th September 2024

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A great cottage in a quiet scenic location. Hard to fault. A private access to the lake, good parking with an electric charge point. Great for a family break or a group of adults, good access to the lake, walks, the local busses, and the launch round the lake.

Reviewed by John 20th September 2024

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If the cosmetic issue above were sorted out I would rate the cottage as excellent. As soon as I opened the door a felt at home. The property is so well appointed just about everything you need is easily attainable. I would definitely stay again. We had a fantastic time, I thoroughly recommend a stay.

Reviewed by Kate 30th August 2024

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A very comfortable cottage, well-equipped, in an excellent location for walks from the house and to the jetty for the ferry to Kewsick and round the lake. Cottage might feel a bit crowded for more than three, especially if stuck inside due to poor weather. Ample parking space for one car, possibly two, and a good EV charger. The coffee stall acrossRead more the drive collects a lot of custom, and the bus stops opposite are busy. It's a good place from which to explore Derwent Water and Borrowdale. Hide

Reviewed by Julia 28th June 2024

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Reviewed by Steve 21st June 2024

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Lovely comfortable cottage and if you can ignore the traffic it's a perfect location. Please don't book this cottage as we want to be able to come back.

Reviewed by Sarah 5th April 2024

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Reviewed by Iain 16th March 2024

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Reviewed by Claire 23rd January 2024

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Its a wonderful location and the cottage itself was comfy and warm with great WiFi. However there were a few issues that I wanted to raise and the biggest issue was getting hold of anyone from local management. I contacted the main number only to be told to contact the local number on my booking. No response from either number or texting for days aRead morend then no further contact when I raised other issues. Be prepared there is nothing provided regarding basic consumables minimal loo roll etc Hide

Reviewed by Dawn 6th January 2024

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As others have said the cottage is on the lakeside across a small road. In weekends the road can get busy but not bad at all during the week. We loved the cottage but a few things are needing attention. The settees need the upholstery cleaning, one small rooms radiator (we werent using) wasnt working. The peaceful evenings are wonderful just be awaRead morere that the bus stop is right outside the property so you can be on view in the living area. All that said, we would return. Hide

Reviewed by Sean 29th December 2023

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This was our 4th stay here in as many years, we love the cottage and location. Its on a road that can get busy at times but this doesnt bother us at all. Great for walks and Keswick town is only a hours walk away. The bus also stops right outside of here which is handy for those who dont drive or like us it doesnt move once we get here

Reviewed by Barbara 17th November 2023

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Lovely quirky cottage with fabulous views and location .. nice new kitchen and bathroom , rest of cottage a little tired and could do with a freshening up . But Id definitely stay again as its perfect for the outdoor people but also perfect views for my dads 80th birthday .

Reviewed by Steven 10th November 2023

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Awesome location. Lovely cosy cottage. If you plan to cook pack an oven glove and a sharp knife.

Reviewed by Alison 20th October 2023

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Location is fantastic. Many walks from the cottage. Good public transport links.

Reviewed by Peter 29th September 2023

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The cottage just feels like home. We were here in May last year and happy to come back and see the area in Autumn. It didn't disappoint.

Reviewed by John 22nd September 2023

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Reviewed by Steve 8th September 2023

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Reviewed by Nick 25th August 2023

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The cottage is amazing, we swam everyday in the lake. Just crossing the road ready to swim is amazing. The road is busy at times but we didnt notice when in the house. Walks from the door are wonderful and Dawn and her coffee cart and cakes is really one of the nicest people in the lakes.

Reviewed by Di 28th July 2023

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Reviewed by Angela 7th July 2023

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Reviewed by Helen 30th June 2023

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Fabulous location, lovely cottage equipped. With everything you could need. Close enough to Kewsick for extras, far enough to be a peaceful out of town experience. Perfectly located fpr walking, climbing running, swimming, paddleboarding, all on the doorstep. Absolutely amazing stay. We'll be back if you'll have us!

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