Joan's Cottage is up towards Whinlatter, above Thornthwaite. It’s detached, in the woods. The garden has some drops and low walls, so you need to keep an eye on kids. The stream, Comb Beck, runs along the bottom.
It sleeps seven, in three bedrooms. Two bathrooms, one upstairs and a shower room downstairs. It has a four-star rating. It’s comfortable and well-equipped. There are two living rooms, so people can split up if they want to. The stairs are normal.
You’re about two miles from Bassenthwaite Lake. Keswick is three miles down the road for shops and places to eat. Cockermouth is about nine miles if you want a quieter market town.
For walking, you can get straight onto the trails from the door. The Whinlatter visitor centre is nearby for mountain biking. You can drive to the shore of Derwentwater or Bassenthwaite for sailing.
The facilities have what you’d expect: WiFi, TV, a washing machine, dishwasher. Bedding and towels are included. There’s on-site parking. A cot and highchair are there if you need them. No pets, sorry.
If you’re planning trips, these sites are useful: Lake District National Park and National Trust Lake District.