Grange Fell Cottage
Comfortable cottage with stunning views from every window
- Situated within Wainwright's "loveliest square mile" in the Jaws of Borrowdale
- Three bedrooms, sleeps six
- Well-equipped kitchen
- Family bathroom, one ensuite and a cloakroom
- One small dog welcome
- Licensed tea shop next door
- Hotel open to non-residents less than ten minutes' walk away
Everything you need, in the perfect Lake District location...
Grange Fell Cottage was formerly a barn, flanking one side of Grange’s green,
The cottage has a spacious, light and airy feel. The kitchen is well-equipped with a dishwasher, microwave, and fridge freezer, plenty of kitchenware and crockery, and a washer/dryer. Plan tomorrow's walk from the map over the table.
The lounge has a woodburning stove and seating for six. A selection of DVDs, books and games are provided, including Wainwright’s walks, Hugh Walpole’s ‘Rogue Herries’,and the BBC Wainwright series featuring Julia Bradbury.
The master bedroom has an ensuite, and the family bathroom is supplemented by a downstairs cloakroom.
The master bedroom has a double bed, and the other two bedrooms each have twin beds and tub chairs so double up as a second lounge. Beds are made up, and towels are provided.
A high chair, booster seat, travel cot and stair gate are also provided for little ones.
Porches provide boot storage.
A patio set is provided in the front enclosed garden.
Secure lockable cycle storage is just a few steps away. Three parking spaces are allocated for guests.
WiFi is available, and phone contact is possible in the cottage, depending on your network.
| Sleeps | 6 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Dogs welcome | 1 |
| Changeover | Fri/Mon |
| Fire | Log Burner |
| WiFi | Yes |
| Children welcome | Yes |
| Babies welcome | Yes |
Join the many guests who had an amazing time here...
- Well-presented, comfortable accommodation
- Stunning views from every window
- Light and airy lounge with cosy wood burner and comfortable seating for six
- Well-equipped kitchen with seating for six
- Sleeps 6 in three bedrooms: one double with ensuite, two large twin bedded rooms, one of which is in the loft and enjoys magnificent views
- Family bathroom with bath with shower over and downstairs cloakroom
- Three parking spaces and secure cycle storage
- Free WiFi
- Outside seating with beautiful views across the original village green
- Washer/dryer and outside rotary airer.
- Dishwasher
- Welcome pack – dish cloth and toilet rolls to start your holiday
- You may bring one small/medium sized dog with you. If you wish to bring more than one dog please contact us via the contact form before booking
- Linen and towels are provided and your beds are made up on arrival.
- Incoming and emergency calls possible on landline phone
- Children welcome – highchair, booster seat, stair gate, travel cot, bath and nightlight provided.
- Informative ‘Welcome Book’ that tells you all you need to enjoy your holiday to the full
Grange in Borrowdale, Lake District
Grange Fell Cottage is located in the hamlet of Grange, in Borrowdale, which is within Wainwright’s “loveliest square mile of Lakeland”. Grange is a short distance from Derwentwater, often called the 'queen of the lakes', and at the entrance to the Jaws of Borrowdale, the narrow area between the jaws of Castle Crag, Julia Bradbury’s favourite fell, and Grange Fell (after which the cottage is named).
Derwentwater’s water activities are on your doorstep and the attractive town of Keswick is only four miles away, with restaurants, shops, museums, art galleries, a cinema and a theatre.
More photos of the nearby area are on the 'Lake District' page.
- Superb walks at every turn
- Birdwatching (including ospreys on Bassenthwaite April-August)
- Visit: Pencil museum, distillery, brewery, Theatre by the Lake, cinema, Mirehouse, market (Thursday and Saturday), art galleries, photographic studios
- Derwentwater: ferry, canoe, kayak, row, sail, Viking Longship, Dragon boat, paddle boarding, windsurfing
- Whinlatter Forest: mountain biking, segways, GoApe
- Keswick Adventure Centre: rock climbing, ghyll (deep ravine) scrambling, abseiling, raft building
- Rookin Equestrian and Activity Centre: clay pigeon shooting, archery, go karts, 4x4 off-road driving, human bowling, quad bikes, JCB operation and paintballing, horse riding
- Honister Slate Mine (via ferrata)
Breathe deeply – feast your senses – challenge and restoration...
The Borrowdale valley continues south of Grange, with the hamlets of Rosthwaite, Stonethwaite, Seatoller and Seathwaite (the start of walks to Great Gable or Scafell). Walk between the hamlets, and enjoy a cup of tea in the Flock-In in Rosthwaite, or a pint in the Langstrath in Stonethwaite.
Cross The River Derwent over traditional Lakeland stone bridges, or bridge the stepping stones at Rosthwaite, as it courses through the valley. Between Borrowdale’s fingers, the fells beckon you.
At the far end of Borrowdale, the Honister Pass rises steeply and dramatically, a stark contrast to the lushness of the valley left behind. At its summit you can tour the restored Slate Mine of Honister, or attempt the via ferrata. Or walk around Lake Buttermere, small, tranquil and beautiful.
Derwentwater, with all its water activities, is on the doorstep. Canoe, kayak, row, sail, or board the Viking Longship or Dragon boat at Platty+ . Paddle board or windsurf at Portinscale Marina. Board the ferry to Keswick, Ashness Bridge, Lodore or High or Low Brandelhow. As well as walking to Keswick, (four miles), driving (ten minutes) or cruising, you could relax in the bus from Grange. Keswick has a weekly traditional market on a Saturday and Thursdays. Visit attractions such as the Pencil museum, Alhambra Cinema, Theatre by the Lake, Mirehouse (a house with many literary connections and beautiful gardens), the brewery, distillery, art galleries and photographic studios.
You could see an osprey on Bassenthwaite Lake between April and August. Whinlatter Forest has the longest purpose-built mountain bike trail in the Lake District, and the daring amongst you could brave the highest GoApe in the country, or experience segways. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can do rock climbing, ghyll (deep ravine) scrambling, abseiling, or raft building at Keswick Adventure Centre; alternatively, Rookin House Equestrian and Activity Centre offers activities for both youngsters and adults such as clay pigeon shooting, archery, go karts, 4x4 off-road driving, human bowling, quad bikes, JCB operation and paintballing, as well as horse riding – something for everyone.
A visit to the hamlet of Watendlath, East of Grange, tucked behind the brow of Grange Fell, is a must. See Surprise View, a magical panorama of Derwentwater, number three in the government's top 10 Lake District locations.
A climb up to Maiden Moor to the West opens out to give stunning views. Newlands Valley, hidden behind, is picturesque and peaceful.