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"Superb location, stunning view, peaceful and quiet with high quality facilities."
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The Huts At Highside Farm in Keswick: Lake District huts with Bassenthwaite Lake views and direct walking access to Skiddaw
Amenities & Grounds
The huts at Highside Farm have a garden, an outdoor fireplace, outdoor furniture, and a picnic area. Highside Farm provides BBQ facilities, bicycle parking, and free on-site private parking with accessible spaces. Grocery deliveries, luggage storage, public transport tickets, and express check-in with private check-out are available at Highside Farm.
Rooms & Huts
The Huts At Highside Farm has three named accommodations: Carlside Hut, The Sheepfold, and The Grainary. Carlside Hut has a kitchenette, a private bathroom, a barbecue, a dining table, a sofa bed, and a TV. Refrigerators, microwaves, and dishwashers are in every hut, with lake, garden, or mountain views from Carlside Hut, The Sheepfold, and The Grainary.
Walking, Lake & Outdoor Activities
Highside Farm has direct walking access from the farm gate to Ullock Pike, Carl Side, Long Side, Skiddaw Little Man, Skiddaw, and Bakestall without driving. The huts have views of Bassenthwaite Lake, with sheep and a horse in the field in front of the huts. On-site water sport facilities, walking tours, and pub crawls are available at Highside Farm.
Family & Pet Stays
Family rooms at Highside Farm have bunk beds, and pets can use the outdoor seating and BBQ areas. Children can watch sheep and a horse in the field next to the huts at Highside Farm, and the farm supplies a football and firewood for the fire pit. A welcome pack with tea, coffee, milk, and butter is left in each hut at Highside Farm, and fans can be provided during hot weather.
Location & Nearby Attractions
Theatre by the Lake in Keswick is 10 km from the farm, Derwentwater Lake is 12 km, Cat Bells is 15 km, and Buttermere is 24 km. Keswick town is a 10-15 minute drive away, Ravenstone Hotel is 400 yards from the farm gate, and the Sun Inn in Braithwaite is 1 mile away. Newcastle International Airport is 127 km from Highside Farm.
Highlights
Location: Direct walking access from the farm to six Wainwright summits
Rooms: Carlside Hut, The Sheepfold, and The Grainary
Outdoor: Outdoor fireplace, BBQ facilities, picnic area, and fire pit
Family: Family rooms, bunk beds, and farm animals
Pets: Pets accepted in outdoor seating and BBQ areas
Services: Grocery deliveries, luggage storage, and public transport tickets
Nearby: 10 minutes to Keswick and 10 km to Theatre by the Lake
“My exploration revealed these huts are a masterclass in thoughtful design, offering a deeply cozy self-catered experience with amenities that genuinely impress. The carefully constructed spaces capitalize on breathtaking views, creating an ambiance that's both serene and remarkably uplifting. It's clear that considerable pride is taken in maintaining these beautifully appointed retreats, making a stay here feel both grounded and truly special.”
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Ukcumbria
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The Huts At Highside Farm offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
King Room Mountain View
2 persons
25 m²
1 Double bed
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Quadruple Room Lake View
2 persons
25 m²
1 Double bed
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Quadruple Room Mountain View
2 persons
25 m²
1 Double bed
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