Birkbank Farm

About this property

Birkbank Farm is a traditional Cumbrian farmhouse in rural countryside near Cockermouth, within the Lake District National Park. This pet-friendly abode boasts two woodburning stoves, a freestanding bath and a games room with pool table, making it a lovely base for families and friends seeking a rural getaway. Pull down the country lane and park the car before stepping inside to take in the surroundings of this three‑storey home. The sitting room features an exposed brick fireplace housing a woodburning stove, with a corner leather sofa inviting you to settle in after a full day, flick on the TV as the logs crackle nearby.

The adjoining snug/ games room offers a central woodburning stove, snooker table and darts board for relaxed evenings or friendly competition. Head into the kitchen to whip up a delicious meal on the hob as dessert bakes in the oven, with the feature range cooker adding to the ambience, before bringing everyone together in the dining space to enjoy it. Climb to the first floor to discover a king‑size bedroom where you can flick on the TV from the comfort of your bed before retreating to the en‑suite walk‑in shower, basin and WC. Along the landing, the family room features a king‑size bed and adjoining twin beds, along with a TV and an en‑suite walk‑in shower room, where countryside views greet you each morning.

This level also presents a double bedroom with its own en-suite walk‑in shower, as well as another king‑size bedroom with an en‑suite walk‑in shower, each room offering a calm space to unpack and sink into the sheets when the evening draws to a close. A Velux window lights the staircase as it rises to the second‑floor bathroom fitted with a freestanding bath, basin and WC, ideal for lingering soaks, while the final king‑size bedroom sits just beyond, complete with a charming beam overhead, dressing area, and an en‑suite with bath, shower over, basin and WC. When it is time to explore, the Lake District offers an abundance of beauty, landmarks and family‑friendly attractions.

Set in rural surroundings not far from the lesser known West Lakes like Buttermere, Crummock and Ennerdale. It's a wonderful part of Lakeland, being off the main tourist track, yet with so many places to explore. Nearby Cockermouth with its castle, art galleries, shops and restaurants is a great starting point for a trip around Wordsworth Country. Close to the gorgeous Cumbrian coast for a day on the beach, and an easy and scenic drive to Keswick. Why not visit the Osprey project in Thackthwaite, with two viewing platforms you can watch out for the beautiful rare Ospreys over Bassenthwaite Lake, encouraged by an active breeding plan to get more of these birds back into the local habitat as there are only a few breeding pairs in the country.

Venture into Keswick for museums and boat trips, head to Derwentwater for lakeside paths and panoramic viewpoints, or roam the wider national park to uncover trails, peaks and picnic spots to suit all ages. Explore all the Lake District has to offer with Birkbank Farm being your charming base.

The small country market town of Cockermouth is situated in the quiet north-western part of the Lake District, a largely undiscovered and unspoilt area, yet only 13 miles from Keswick. The town is famous as the birthplace of both William Wordsworth and Fletcher Christian (of Mutiny on the Bounty fame) and Wordsworth’s Georgian family home, on the main street, is now a popular visitor attraction, owned by the National Trust. Cockermouth offers a good variety of shops, pubs and places to eat, but (of course) the main attraction of the area is the beautiful scenery and excellent walking in the northern lakes – Bassenthwaite Lake, Ennerdale Water and Derwent Water.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Five bedrooms with TVs: 1 x family room with double and adjoining twin, 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 2 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Second-floor bathroom with freestanding bath, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Utility.

Dining room.

Sitting room with woodburning stove.

Games room with woodburning stove

Air source heating.

Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.

8 x TV, pool table, darts board, WiFi.

Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen included in rent.

Towels not provided.

Highchair and travel cot available on request.

Ample off-road parking for 4 cars.

Outdoor storage available for equipment please enquire.

Enclosed garden with lawn, and stream.

Four well-behaved pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Spa passes are available for a luxury nearby spa.

Shop 3.6 miles, pub 2.1 miles, river 1.2 miles.

Note: There is a stream running through the garden, children to be supervised at all times.

Note: There are complimentary Armathwaite Hall Spa passes provided by the owner, adult use only due to the nature of the spa facilities (Must be pre-booked through the owners and subject to availability).

Note: Please bring your own towels, only hand towels are provided