SCALES COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Lorton

This lovely 17th century Lakeland cottage has beams, wi-fi and is pet friendly located in the village of Lorton near Keswick in the Lake District National Park and can sleep six people in three bedrooms.

Scales Cottage is a lovely renovated Lakeland Cottage in the village of Lorton, near Keswick in the Lake District National Park. The cottage can sleep six people in three bedrooms; two king-size doubles and one double. There is a family bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. A large sociable kitchen with dining area and wood burning stove and a comfortable sitting room. To the outside of the cottage is off road parking and a lovely patio garden. Scales Cottage is a lovely cottage in a fabulous part of the Lake District.

Amenities: Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.

Oil central heating and woodburning stove.

TV and DVD.

Wi-Fi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent.

Bed linen inc. in rent.

Towels are not provided.

Cot on request.

Off road parking for 3 cars.

Raised terrace area with furniture and small lawned area.

Three well behaved pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub 1.2 miles.

Note: The twin bedroom has a sloping ceiling and is only suitable for children.

Note: Guests may fish free of charge on the pond located 200 yards from the cottage and stocked with rainbow trout.

Note: Pond on site, children to be supervised.

Region: Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.


Town: Lorton is a village in the district of Allerdale, in Cumbria and is made up of two small villages – Low Lorton and High Lorton, both of which are nestled at the northern end of the Vale of Lorton. Surrounded by the mountains such as Grasmoor, Hopegill Head and Whiteside it is a perfect destination for exploring a number of hillwalks and visitors are encouraged to visit the 12th century St. Cuthbert’s church.