Perfectly positioned for enjoying the heart of the Lake District National Park is this Scandinavian-style lodge, Skiddaw 12, situated just moments away from the town centre of Keswick. This is an exceptional find for families seeking a place to call home as they explore this glorious part of the country, with a reverse-level layout design to highlight the fabulous treetop views. Push open the front door to discover space to hang your coats before climbing the stairs to reveal the open-plan living room. This space boasts a picture window to ensure that the view can be enjoyed wherever you are in the room. The elevated open-plan space plays host to a well-equipped kitchen, containing everything to suit your culinary needs, whilst the large dining table makes a great spot for tucking into home-cooked dishes, playing board games brought from home or pulling open the map to plan the next day’s adventure. Afterwards, settle down for the evenings by kicking back on the sofa and tune into the TV or during the summer months, be sure to spend some time on the balcony, where table and chairs offer an opportunity for alfresco dining. After an action-packed day, escape the excitement of the group and savour a moment of relaxation with a soak in the bath, tucked within the family bathroom on the ground floor. Also on the ground floor are the two well-presented bedrooms, comprising of a twin bedroom and the master bedroom, which boasts a plush king-size bedroom with its own en-suite shower room, an ideal set up for a family of four. Immerse yourself in your local surroundings further by taking a stroll into the town centre, where there is the twice-weekly, award-winning market, promising a great opportunity to pick up fresh and local ingredients to take back to the lodge to cater something delicious. Alternatively, sample the local cuisine by dining at one of the town’s many bistros, cafés, pubs and restaurants of all kinds, so you are certain to find something to suit all tastes and budgets. Within the town, you will find a cluster of shops, comprising of supermarkets, craft bakeries, antiques, crafts and more! For a great evening of entertainment venture to the 100-year-old Alhambra, a traditional first-class cinema or enjoy an evening at the 400 seat Theatre By The Lake on the shores of Derwentwater. Other attractions situated locally include the National Trust property of Derwent Island House, the Castlerigg Stone Circle and the pretty Hope Park, which is perfect for picnics in the summer afternoons. Outdoor enthusiasts can don their walking boots and embark on a hike to one the number of fells in the area, including Cat Bells, Skiddaw, Coledale Horeshoe and Blencathra or simply potter around the lakeshore to admire your stunning surroundings. Further afield, you can venture to Ullswater, which is home to the beautiful Aira Force Waterfall or you could explore the unspoilt village of Watendlath. Secure your stay at Skiddaw 12 and look forward to a memorable break.

Keswick is a popular tourist town resting at the heart of the Lake District National Park, just 16.6 miles away from Ullswater. Within the town there is a twice-weekly, award-winning market, as well as numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. Attractions within the town includes miniature golf, excellent parks, the famous Theatre by the Lake and the Pencil Museum. From here, you can enjoy the beautiful lake of Derwentwater or a challenging hike up Skiddaw or the famous Catbells,

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