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ADDRESS Fern Howe Braithwaite KESWICK Cumbria CA12 5SZ Download Terms and Conditions VAT No. 313270052

CONTACT e: contact@fernhowe.co.uk t: 017687 22268

WHINLATTER FOREST Number 5 on the Cumbria Top 20 Visitor Attractions 2017 2.5 miles away • Cycling and mountain biking trails • Go Ape! Forest Segway • Go Ape! Tree Top Adventure • Gruffalo sculpture • Mountain bike orienteering • My Forest Adventure at Whinlatter • Orienteering • Running and walking trails • WildPlay Trail • Hire a Tramper (all-terrain mobility scooter)

THE PUZZLING PLACE Number 19 on the Cumbria Top 20 Visitor Attractions 2017 2.6 miles away • Shop - with puzzles, gadgets and curiosities • Puzzle Area - puzzles and brainteasers • World of Illusion - with gravity Room’, ‘Ames Room’, ‘Hologram Gallery’ and ‘Eyelusions Exhibition’

THEATRE BY THE LAKE Number 14 on the Cumbria Top 20 Visitor Attractions 2017 3.1 miles away Hailed by The Independent as "the most beautifully located and friendly theatre in Britain", opened in 1999. It is set a short stroll from Derwent Water, amid the magnificent western fells of the Lake District

DOUBLE ROOM GARDEN VIEW - £100 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) Relax and unwind in one of our clean and comfortable Double Garden View Rooms, with views out to Fern Howe's garden and woodland.

DOUBLE ROOM FELL VIEW - £104 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) Relax and unwind in one of our clean and comfortable Double Fell View Rooms, with sweeping views out to Skiddaw, Latrigg, Blencathra and Barrow.

WELCOME ABOUT FERN HOWE

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

FAMILY SUITE FELL VIEW - £155 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) + Relax and unwind in our clean and comfortable Family Fell View Suite, with sweeping views out to Skiddaw, Latrigg, Blencathra and Barrow. This suite contains a main room with double bed and ensuite bathroom, with a door leading to an adjoining room containing a bunk bed - perfect for families with younger children who like to have their own den! We will even include a selection of toys for use during your stay!

FAMILY SUITE FELL & GARDEN VIEW - £145 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) + Relax and unwind in our clean and comfortable Family Fell and Garden View Suite, with sweeping views out to Skiddaw, Latrigg, Blencathra and Barrow in one direction and views out to Fern Howe's garden and woodland in the other. This suite contains a main room with double bed and ensuite bathroom, with a door leading to an adjoining area containing a single bed - perfect for families who prefer for their child to have their own sleeping area or for families with an older child who would like their privacy, or indeed for couples who are travelling with a friend or older family member!

SINGLE ROOM COURTYARD VIEW - £65 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) Relax and unwind in our clean and comfortable Single Courtyard View Room, situated on the ground floor with a small planted courtyard area outside the window.

SINGLE ROOM FELL VIEW - £75 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) Relax and unwind in our clean and comfortable Single Fell View Room, with sweeping views out to Skiddaw, Latrigg, Blencathra and Barrow. There is both a bath and a shower, allowing you the option of a relaxing soak whilst observing the wonders of the sky through the Velux roof window.

SUPER KING/TWIN ROOM FELL & GARDEN VIEW - £110 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) / + Relax and unwind in our clean and comfortable Super King/Twin Fell and Garden View Room, with sweeping views out to Skiddaw, Latrigg and Blencathra, along with views out to Fern Howe’s hillside garden and woodland.

HONISTER SLATE MINE 10.2 miles away • Climb the Mine • Mine tours • Slate products

ALPACALY EVER AFTER 2.7 miles away • Walk with alpacas • Meet the alpacas

KESWICK LAUNCH 3.1 miles away • Lake cruises • Boat hire

THE PENCIL MUSEUM 2.5 miles away • Replica graphite mine • Guinness World Record for the largest colour pencil • Derwent Fine Art retail shop

THE LAKES DISTILLERY 6.9 miles away • Distillery tour • Meet the alpacas • Shop • Bistro

LAKE DISTRICT WILDLIFE PARK 7.4 miles away • Birds - Mammals - Reptiles • 100 species of wild and domestic animals • 24 acres of parkland • Buy an experience • Cafe

LAKESIDE AND HAVERTHWAITE RAILWAY 35.5 miles away • Steam train rides • Engine shed • Woodland play area • Station tea room • Picnic area • Gift shop

THRELKELD QUARRY & MINING MUSEUM 7.3 miles away • Threlkeld Quarry Railway • Vintage excavators and old quarry machinery • Guided tours

MIREHOUSE & GARDENS 5.7 miles away • Historic house with gardens • Lakeshore • Woodland playgrounds • Tea room

RAVENGLASS AND ESKDALE RAILWAY 35.7 miles away • Train rides • Cafes and shop • Museum • Walking

SUSTAINABILITY

LOCALLY SOURCED PRODUCE

SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESSES

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY

• Cumberland Building Society (Keswick) • Johnby Hall Farm (Penrith) • Thomasons (Keswick) • Scales Farm (Embleton) • Bryson’s (Keswick) • Farrer’s (Kendal) • Out Of Eden (Kirkby Stephen)

• Recycling • Eco cleaning products • Locally sourced produce • Free range produce • Toiletries free from animal testing and paraben-free • Fairtrade coffee and hot chocolate • LED Lighting throughout property

• Free range eggs & cakes - Scales Farm (Embleton) • Free range sausages & bacon - Johnby Hall Farm (Penrith) • Butcher - Thomasons (Keswick) • Toiletries - Out of Eden (Kirby Stephen) • Bakery items - Bryson’s (Keswick) • Tea, coffee and hot chocolate - Farrer’s (Kendal)

DIRECTIONS

From the M6 Motorway: 1. At Junction 40, take the A66 exit to Penrith/Workington 2. At the Skirsgill Interchange, take the exit on to the A66 towards Keswick, continue 0.9 miles 3. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit and stay on the A66, continue 15.6 miles 4. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit on to the Keswick Bypass/A66, continue to follow the A66 for 2 miles 5. Slight left on to B5292 (Braithwaite), continue for 0.3 miles 6. At the Royal Oak Public House, turn right on to un-named road 7. Turn 4th left - Fern Howe Guest House can be found immediately on the left-hand side

Nearest Train Station Penrith North Lakes (PNR)

• Each room contains complimentary Farrer's Lakeland tea and Farrer’s Fairtrade coffee and hot chocolate, along with delicious biscuits for a tasty treat • The en-suite bathrooms allow you to indulge yourself with the various sumptuous aromas provided by Out of Eden toiletries. • A flat-screen TV with Free-view in each room means that you can cosy up and not miss your favourite programmes after a day cycling, walking, sightseeing or visiting local attractions

Following a restful night’s sleep wake to a delicious, freshly-cooked free-range Cumberland breakfast or a mouth-watering continental breakfast.

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THE MOUNTAIN GOAT 0 miles away • Summer tours - 25/03/2019 - 27/10/2019 • Ten Lakes Spectacular - which runs daily from Keswick • The High Adventure - which runs fron Keswick on a Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. • The Lake District Loop - which runs from Keswick every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. • Borrowdale and Buttermere - which runs from Keswick on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.

ULLSWATER STEAMERS 18.9 miles away • Ullswater Steamers is an award winning environmentally accredited Lake District attraction celebrating over 150 years of operating cruises on Ullswater. • Operating one of the largest heritage vessel fleets in the world 363 days a year. • Cruises connect to some of the most famous and iconic walking routes in the National Park

WINDERMERE LAKE CRUISES 34.4 miles away (to Waterhead Pier) • Have the perfect day out with a Windermere Lake Cruise • No matter where you start your journey, be it Ambleside, Bowness, Brockhole or Lakeside Pier, you’ll be treated to stunning views of mountain scenery, secluded bays and the many wooded islands.

THE LINGHOLM KITCHEN 2.7 miles away • Kitchen and walled garden • Breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea • Shop

RHEGED CENTRE 18.1 miles away • Cinema • Family theatre • Shows and fairs • Indoor / outdoor play • Pottery painting • Children’s activities • Shops

ROOMS

Fern Howe Guest House is situated within the village of Braithwaite, near the popular market town of Keswick.

Braithwaite is a popular tourist destination within the Lake District National Park World Heritage Site, with its quaint charm, three public houses, village store and local walks. It is gloriously located between Derwent Water and Bassenthwaite Lake, and is in close proximity to Whinlatter Forest, as well as being on the Coast to Coast (C2C) cycle route. Fern Howe is set in the perfect location for families, cyclists, walkers, photographers and artists alike, with the vast array of local attractions on offer. Fern Howe, which is run on a bed and breakfast basis, provides high quality accommodation, food, drink and toiletries to ensure that guests have a relaxing and comfortable stay. The produce is locally sourced and free range wherever possible, as we are very passionate about supporting local businesses. We also use Fairtrade, and eco/animal friendly products as part of our aim to provide a true, sustainable, Lake District experience. We also pride ourselves on excellent customer service, as we want your stay to the northern Lakes to be as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Due to the elevated position of the property within the village, most guest rooms have views out to the fells of Skiddaw, Latrigg and Blencathra, to name a few, with the remaining rooms having views out to Fern Howe’s hillside garden and six-acre red squirrel protected woodland, with the addition of one courtyard garden view room.

We have ten guest rooms to suit a range of guests, including super king, double, twin, single and family rooms, all of which have en-suite bathrooms.

Within the guest rooms there are flat screen TVs with Free-view; hair dryers; Out of Eden luxury toiletries; mini-fridges; complimentary Wi-Fi; USB ports; kettles; Farrer’s tea, coffee and hot chocolate; and biscuits. There is also on-site parking for all guests. Fern Howe contains a relaxing guest lounge area, providing complimentary cake and tea/coffee making facilities. Within this area there is also a selection of books and games for guest use. In addition, we have an outdoor seating area, where guests can sit and admire the view over the fells, whilst perhaps enjoying a drink and snack. Further complimentary facilities include the use of a drying snug; flask refills; literature on local cycle and walking routes; a bicycle storage area and jet wash; and discounts for local attractions. Emma and Mark purchased Fern Howe in 2019, which was previously hosting photographic workshop holidays. Since acquiring the property and setting up Fern Howe Guest House as a business, we have been busy carrying out extensive refurbishments, on what is also our family home. We look forward to welcoming you to this beautiful location.

TWIN ROOM FELL & GARDEN VIEW - £104 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) + Relax and unwind in our clean and comfortable Twin Fell and Garden View Room, with sweeping views out to Skiddaw, Latrigg, Blencathra and Barrow, along with views out to Fern Howe’s hillside garden and woodland.

Double Room - Fell View - Multi-stay Offers - Fern Howe Guest House - Braithwaite - Keswick - Lake District - Accommodation

Double Room - Garden View - Multi-stay Offers - Fern Howe Guest House - Braithwaite - Keswick - Lake District - Accommodation

Family Room - Fell and Garden View - Multi-stay Offers - Fern Howe Guest House - Braithwaite - Keswick - Lake District - Accommodation

Family Room - Fell View - Multi-stay Offers - Fern Howe Guest House - Braithwaite - Keswick - Lake District - Accommodation

Single Room - Fell View - Multi-stay Offers - Fern Howe Guest House - Braithwaite - Keswick - Lake District - Accommodation

Single Room - Courtyard View - Multi-stay Offers - Fern Howe Guest House - Braithwaite - Keswick - Lake District - Accommodation

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Twin Room - Fell and Garden View - Multi-stay Offers - Fern Howe Guest House - Braithwaite - Keswick - Lake District - Accommodation

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HONISTER SLATE MINE 10.2 miles away • Climb the Mine • Mine tours • Slate products

DOUBLE ROOM GARDEN VIEW - £100 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) Unwind and relax in one of our two clean and comfortable Double Garden View Rooms, with views out to Fern Howe's woodland and garden.

DOUBLE ROOM FELL VIEW - £104 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) Unwind and relax in one of our clean and comfortable Double Fell View Rooms, with sweeping views out to Skiddaw, Latrigg, Blencathra and Barrow.

WELCOME ABOUT FERN HOWE

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS

FAMILY SUITE FELL VIEW - £155 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) + Unwind and relax in our clean and comfortable Family Fell View Suite, with sweeping views out to Skiddaw, Blencathra, Barrow and Latrigg. This suite contains a main room with double bed and ensuite bathroom, with a door leading to an adjoining room containing a bunk bed - perfect for families with younger children who like to have their own den! We will even include a selection of toys for use during your stay!

FAMILY SUITE FELL & GARDEN VIEW - £145 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) + Unwind and relax in our clean and comfortable Family Fell and Garden View Suite, with sweeping views out to Skiddaw, Blencathra, Barrow and Latrigg in one direction and views out to Fern Howe's garden and woodland in the other. This suite contains a main room with double bed and ensuite bathroom, with a door leading to an adjoining area containing a single bed - perfect for families who prefer for their child to have their own sleeping area or for families with an older child who would like their privacy, or indeed for couples who are travelling with a friend or older family member!

SINGLE ROOM COURTYARD VIEW - £65 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) Unwind and relax in our clean and comfortable Single Courtyard View Room, situated on the ground floor with a planted courtyard area outside the window.

SINGLE ROOM FELL VIEW - £75 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) Unwind and relax in our clean and comfortable Single Fell View Room, with sweeping views out to Skiddaw, Blencathra, Barrow and Latrigg. There is both a shower and a bath, allowing you the option of a relaxing soak whilst observing the wonders of the sky through the Velux roof window.

SUPER KING/TWIN ROOM FELL & GARDEN VIEW - £110 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) / + Unwind and relax in our clean and comfortable Super King/Twin Fell and Garden View Room, with sweeping views out to Skiddaw, Latrigg and Blencathra, along with views out to Fern Howe’s hillside garden and woodland.

ALPACALY EVER AFTER 2.7 miles away • Walk with alpacas • Meet the alpacas

KESWICK LAUNCH 3.1 miles away • Lake cruises • Boat hire

THE PENCIL MUSEUM 2.5 miles away • Replica graphite mine • Guinness World Record for the largest colour pencil • Derwent Fine Art retail shop

THE LAKES DISTILLERY 6.9 miles away • Distillery tour • Meet the alpacas • Shop • Bistro

LAKE DISTRICT WILDLIFE PARK 7.4 miles away • Birds - Mammals - Reptiles • 100 species of wild and domestic animals • 24 acres of parkland • Buy an experience • Cafe

LAKESIDE AND HAVERTHWAITE RAILWAY 35.5 miles away • Steam train rides • Engine shed • Woodland play area • Station tea room • Picnic area • Gift shop

THRELKELD QUARRY & MINING MUSEUM 7.3 miles away • Threlkeld Quarry Railway • Vintage excavators and old quarry machinery • Guided tours

MIREHOUSE & GARDENS 5.7 miles away • Historic house with gardens • Lakeshore • Woodland playgrounds • Tea room

RAVENGLASS AND ESKDALE RAILWAY 35.7 miles away • Train rides • Cafes and shop • Museum • Walking

SUSTAINABILITY

LOCALLY SOURCED PRODUCE

SUPPORTING LOCAL BUSINESSES

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY

DIRECTIONS

Nearest Train Station Penrith North Lakes (PNR)

THE LINGHOLM KITCHEN 2.7 miles away • Kitchen and walled garden • Breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea • Shop

RHEGED CENTRE 18.1 miles away • Cinema • Family theatre • Shows and fairs • Indoor / outdoor play • Pottery painting • Children’s activities • Shops

• Each room contains complimentary Farrer's Lakeland tea and Farrer’s Fairtrade hot chocolate and coffee , along with delicious biscuits for a tasty treat • The en-suite bathrooms allow you to indulge yourself with the various sumptuous aromas provided by Out of Eden toiletries. • A flat-screen TV with Free-view in each room means that you can cosy up and not miss your favourite programmes after a day cycling, walking, sightseeing or visiting local attractions • Following a restful night’s sleep wake to a delicious, freshly-cooked free-range Cumberland breakfast or a mouth-watering continental breakfast within our relaxing breakfast room. - Download sample menu

ROOMS

Fern Howe Guest House is situated within the village of Braithwaite, near the popular market town of Keswick in Cumbria. Braithwaite is a popular tourist destination within the Lake District National Park World Heritage Site, with its quaint charm, three public houses, village store and local walks. It is gloriously located between Derwent Water and Bassenthwaite Lake, and is in close proximity to Whinlatter Forest, as well as being on the C2C (Coast to Coast cycle route. Fern Howe is set in the perfect location for families, cyclists, walkers, photographers and artists alike, with the vast array of local attractions on offer. Fern Howe, which is run on a b and b basis, provides high quality accommodation, food, drink and toiletries to ensure that guests have a relaxing and comfortable stay. The produce is locally sourced and free range wherever possible, as we are very passionate about supporting local businesses. We also use Fairtrade, and eco/animal friendly products as part of our aim to provide a true, sustainable, Lake District experience. We also pride ourselves on excellent customer service, as we want your stay to the northern Lakes to be as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Due to the elevated position of the property within the village, most guest rooms have views out to the fells of Blencathra, Latrigg and Skiddaw, to name a few, with the remaining rooms having views out to Fern Howe’s hillside garden and six-acre red squirrel protected woodland, with the addition of one courtyard garden view room. We have ten guest rooms to suit a range of guests, including super king, double, single, twin and family rooms, all of which have en-suite bathrooms. Within the guest rooms there are flat screen Free-view TVs; hair dryers; Out of Eden luxury toiletries; mini-fridges; kettles; complimentary Wi-Fi; USB ports; Farrer’s tea, coffee and hot chocolate; and biscuits. There is also on-site parking for all guests. Fern Howe contains a relaxing guest lounge area, providing complimentary cake and tea/coffee making facilities. Within this area there is also a selection of games and books for guest use. In addition, we have an outdoor seating area, where guests can sit and admire the view over the fells, whilst perhaps enjoying a drink and snack. Further complimentary facilities include the use of a drying snug; flask refills; literature on local cycle and walking routes; a bicycle storage and jet wash; and discounts for local attractions. Emma and Mark purchased Fern Howe in 2019, which was previously hosting photographic workshop holidays. Since acquiring the property and setting up Fern Howe Guest House as a business, we have been busy carrying out extensive refurbishments, on what is also our family home. We very much look forward to welcoming you to this beautiful location.

TWIN ROOM FELL & GARDEN VIEW - £104 PER ROOM (INC. BREAKFAST) + Unwind and relax in our clean and comfortable Twin Fell and Garden View Room, with sweeping views out to Skiddaw, Latrigg, Blencathra and Barrow, along with views out to Fern Howe’s hillside garden and woodland.