North of England
Scotland
North of England
Scotland

The Hoggest and Annexe is a five-star, detached stone cottage in Threlkeld, Cumbria a former farm building luxuriously renovated to sleep up to 12 guests. Sitting at the foot of Blencathra in the North Lakes, it delivers 360-degree views of Lakeland fells and direct access to fell walks from the doorstep.
Threlkeld is a quiet village with two real ale pubs and a golf course. Keswick is just a few miles away. The setting gives you open countryside on all sides with views stretching down towards St Johns in the Vale.
The main property sleeps 8 across four bedrooms: Bedroom 1 (super kingsize zip-link), Bedroom 2 (bunks), Bedroom 3 and 4 (both kingsize with ensuite).
The Hoggest and Annexe is a five-star, detached stone cottage in Threlkeld, Cumbria a former farm building luxuriously renovated to sleep up to 12 guests. Sitting at the foot of Blencathra in the North Lakes, it delivers 360-degree views of Lakeland fells and direct access to fell walks from the doorstep.
Threlkeld is a quiet village with two real ale pubs and a golf course.
Keswick is just a few miles away. The setting gives you open countryside on all sides with views stretching down towards St Johns in the Vale.
The main property sleeps 8 across four bedrooms: Bedroom 1 (super kingsize zip-link), Bedroom 2 (bunks), Bedroom 3 and 4 (both kingsize with ensuite).
The self-contained Annexe sleeps 4 in a kingsize and bunks with its own shower room and 42" TV. Five bathrooms total.
Private hot tub for six sits outside.
Keswick (4 miles) has Derwentwater and the Theatre by the Lake. Castlerigg Stone Circle is 3 miles away.
Ullswater is roughly 12 miles east. Blencathra summit is walkable directly from the property.
The Hoggest and Annexe suits large families or groups wanting luxury self-catering with genuine fell views, a wood burner, underfloor heating and private parking for six.
What makes The Hoggest and Annexe a brilliant stay?
A private hot tub for six sits outside with open views of the surrounding Lakeland fells. Perfect after a long day on the hills.
The property sits at the foot of Blencathra with panoramic views across the fells and down towards St Johns in the Vale.
The annexe sleeps four independently with its own kitchen, shower room and 42" TV great for families who want their own space within the group.
The open-plan living room has a wood burner for cosy evenings and bi-fold doors that open straight out to the garden and fell views.
Blencathra is directly accessible on foot from the property. No driving needed for a full day on the fells.
Private on-site parking for six vehicles makes this ideal for large groups arriving in multiple cars.
Find your way to your perfect hot tub retreat
To reach The Hoggest and Annexe by car, take the A66 and turn off towards Threlkeld village. The property sits at the foot of Blencathra with private on-site parking for up to six vehicles.
The nearest railway station is Penrith, approximately 12 miles away. From Penrith you can take a bus or taxi directly to Threlkeld. The X4/X5 bus service also runs along the A66 corridor towards Keswick.
Things to do and places to visit near The Hoggest and Annexe
Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family...
Blencathra is walkable from the door great for older kids and teenagers. The property has bunk beds in both the main house and annexe. A travel cot, highchair and stairgate are all available on request. Keswick's Derwentwater offers boat hire and lakeside walks for all ages.
The two kingsize ensuite bedrooms in the main house are well suited to couples. After a day on the fells, the private hot tub for six and wood burner make for a genuinely relaxing evening. Keswick's restaurants and Derwentwater are both under 5 miles away.
Great places to eat and drink near The Hoggest and Annexe
What you can reach on foot from The Hoggest and Annexe
A short walk away you'll find two real ale pubs in Threlkeld village one with a restaurant plus a golf course. Blencathra is directly accessible on foot with open fell paths starting immediately from the property.
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