Title: Thwaite Cottage - historic house in Coniston with large garden - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Thwaite Cottage - historic house in Coniston with large garden ## Photo gallery for Thwaite Cottage - historic house in Coniston with large garden ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Thwaite Cottage - historic house in Coniston with large garden (Coniston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83020000/83011600/83011526/ac3a7623.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi - Thwaite Cottage - historic house in Coniston with large garden (Coniston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83020000/83011600/83011526/099fc384.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Thwaite Cottage - historic house in Coniston with large garden (Coniston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83020000/83011600/83011526/f32af438.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Thwaite Cottage - historic house in Coniston with large garden (Coniston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83020000/83011600/83011526/ac85e64b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Thwaite Cottage - historic house in Coniston with large garden (Coniston)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83020000/83011600/83011526/b90f1a59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Thwaite Cottage, a 17th-century home in Coniston, offers modern comforts and luxurious touches amidst its historic charm. Downstairs, the grand living room and spacious kitchen with a teal Aga provide ample space to relax and cook. Outside, guests can unwind in the extensive gardens featuring terraces, lawns and woodland. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 81400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Thwaite Cottage - historic house in Coniston with large garden Thwaite Cottage is a newly-refurbished, whitewashed family home dating back to the 1600s. Set in a quiet location on the outskirts of Coniston, this pretty yet substantial home enjoys an enviable position very close to the lake and boasts a delightful and extensive mature garden. This charming cottage is packed with character while extensive refurbishments works ensure modern comforts and luxurious touches are to be found throughout. Upon entering this utterly unique home-from-home, original features combine with stylish decor and luxurious finishes to create a true one-of-a-kind Lakeland cottage. The owners have lavished much care and attention on the recent renovations to ensure that a stay in Thwaite Cottage is one which will hold memories to treasure forever. Downstairs a grand living room, which is also open to the formal dining room, ensures there is ample space to get together and relax, while the spacious and carefully crafted kitchen, complete with stunning teal Aga, is simply a pleasure to cook within. Upstairs, each of the individually designed 4 bedrooms with 4 bathrooms offer guests a comfortable and stylish place to rest their heads after a busy day exploring the local area. Outside guests can enjoy the use of the cottage's extensive gardens which include terraces, lawns and woodland and where you will discover wonderful places to dine, play or simply to sit and soak up the atmosphere of this unspoilt setting. It terms of location, Thwaite Cottage enjoys the very best of both worlds, an idyllic position tucked away down a country lane, away from the hustle and bustle of Coniston yet with the village's pubs, restaurants and shops still within easy walking distance. And if it's the outdoors you crave then footpaths & cycle ways are close by, leading to the village, lake & surrounding fells and woodland. In summary, Thwaite Cottage offers a completely unique and luxurious setting for your Lake District holiday where you can enjoy the incredible location and gorgeous interiors to your heart's content. Thwaite Cottage is an immensely characterful and appealing property which has recently undergone renovation works to a high standard. The internals of the cottage comprise: Thwaite Cottage is an immensely characterful and appealing property which has recently undergone renovation works to a high standard. The internals of the cottage comprise: Ground floor A spacious, panelled sitting room with a feature open fireplace and comfortable seating for 8\. Beyond the lounge is a formal dining room providing a grand setting for your evening meals. Moving through the sitting room and dining room, a rear hallway provides access to the cottage's useful boot room, utility space containing a washing machine and tumble dryer, and finally a handy, flamingo themed downstairs W.C. To the rear of the house you'll find the cottage's kitchen. The heart of the home is undoubtedly this spacious and sunny kitchen and breakfast room. Recently extended, this room contains a beautifully crafted, newly fitted kitchen with stunning, teal electric Aga, walk-in larder and double doors to rear patio and garden beyond. A large dining table, flooded with light from the roof windows above, makes this the perfect place to enjoy a hearty breakfast before your day's adventures and is a wonderful space for families or friends to come together over food, drink and subsequent laughter. A stunning room befitting this historic home. First floor Four bedrooms (two of which are ensuite) and a total of 4 bath/shower rooms, all newly refurbished with quality fixtures, fittings and tiling. Three of the bedrooms enjoy seasonal lake views and all have been newly decorated and furnished to a very high standard, offering a variety of bed arrangements. Outside Extensive mature gardens surrounding three sides of the cottage with historic literary connections. Stone steps with railings from kitchen patio to landscaped rear gardens and covered lookout point. Large woodland garden to the side of the cottage - perfect for shaded outdoor relaxing, picnics or childhood adventures. Charming garden to front of property. Please note: To complete the renovation works, many of the climbing plants on the front of the house have been cut back for the time being. Facilities included Bed linen, towels, electricity, Wi-Fi, EV charging, heating & initial logs for the fire. Available to hire Travel cot & high chair. Parking Driveway parking area for 4 cars. Complimentary EV charging point. Nearby Public Transport 300 yards Pub 0.5 mile Shop 0.5 mile Cottage postcode LA21 8AJ Security Deposit Due to the high quality of the property we require a security deposit of £300 per booking. This will be pre-authorised, but not taken, on the credit/debit card used to pay your final balance two weeks prior to your arrival. Cottage Notes Please take special care when using the stone steps in the garden as they can become slippery when wet. Due to the landscaped nature of the garden we recommend that children and pets be supervised at all times when outside. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 569618 ## About the area Coniston is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Scafell Pike. Go Ape Grizedale and Raw War Paintball are also worth visiting. 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