Fellside Haven - Rustic Railway Charm Braithwaite, Cumbria

Located on the fringe of Braithwaite, this former railway station offers a truly unique stay in the Lake District. Beautiful decorated and bursting with character, this two-bedroom property is perfect for couples and small families that love the great outdoors. Set between Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwentwater, and surrounded by picturesque fells, spend your days enjoying a range of outdoor activities. Then return here for sunny afternoons in the garden and cosy evenings in this memorable holiday home. This charming property blends original features including exposed walls, wooden beams and original fireplaces with contemporary style and flair. There’s plenty of space to relax and unwind with a cosy entrance lounge, a sunroom, and a spacious lounge on the first floor with a vaulted ceiling, beams and skylights. Back on the ground floor, a generous, modern kitchen and an atmospheric dining room provide everything you need for cooking and dining in. When night falls, head upstairs to the king-size bedroom with an en-suite shower room or get cosy in the snug single room on the ground floor, which has use of the family shower room. Outside, sip a morning cuppa or evening sundowner on the original station platform, or climb down a few steps to unwind on the lawn. This property benefits from private parking for two cars. Home to a handful of pubs and village shops, Braithwaite is an excellent base for exploring the Lake District. Set off on foot to explore the surrounding fells and mountains, with Grisedale Pike, Barrow, Outerside and the Coledale Round, and the beautiful Newlands Valley all within 3.5 miles. Or venture to Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwentwater (both within 2 miles) for a variety of water-based activities. The pretty market town of Keswick is just 2.5 miles away.