Gillhead Farm Cottage

Gillhead Farm Cottage near Matterdale End gives you a quiet Cumbrian base for up to four, well placed for exploring the fells without being far from a decent pub meal. The Troutbeck Inn is just 0.6 mi away, with the White Horse Inn a little further at 2.3 mi. For rainy-day options, Threlkeld Quarry & Mining Museum is 3.7 mi off, while Keswick Museum & Art Gallery and the Puzzling Place are both around 7 mi away, making Keswick a worthwhile day trip from here. Penrith station, 8.3 mi away, is the nearest rail link. This is a good choice if you want to be properly out in the countryside while still having attractions and dining within reasonable driving distance.