Stay Cool this Summer in the Lake District Schools out and the heat is soaring.  Here are some of our top picks for keeping the kids entertained and staying cool this summer in the Lake District. Summer in the Lakes is a magical time, the lakes shimmer under the sun and the lush greenery of […]

In just a few short weeks the kids will be breaking up from school and now is the perfect time to be planning your family holiday.  This is especially important if you plan to holiday as a larger group, ie extended family with grandparents, 2 families holidaying together or as a group of friends. Larger […]

Let Your Holiday Cottage Receive a complimentary stay at the Duke of Portland Boathouse   Do you own a holiday cottage in the Lake District? Are you finding your bookings are down this year? Are you with an agent and feel you are not being listened to and you are just a ‘number’ to them? […]

Why book a cottage with hot tub in the Lake District? Holiday planning presents a myriad of choices. Extravagant hotels or intrepid camping expeditions might vie for your attention, but pause to consider an alternative: a cottage with hot tub in the Lake District this oft-overlooked option holds a wealth of benefits, particularly for couples […]

What do you do on a wet day in February whilst on a family holiday?  You go on an adventure of course! Find out how our family spent a wet winters day in the Lake District. We are a multigenerational family including grandparents, parents and children ranging from 1 to 13 years old, finding an […]

At this time of year when everything is a bit ‘grey’ it’s time for a treat to keep our spirits up. With Valentine’s Day coming up soon, and don’t forget it’s a leap year, time for the ladies to make the wedding proposals then we have the most romantic property imaginable – The Duke of […]

Is your present letting company providing a level of service and bookings you deserve? If not, then read on to find out how we differ. We have recently had more cottage owners than ever approach us, they are finding their current agent, who was original privately owned, local and whom they listed their cottage with, […]

  The Lake District is the perfect destination for those looking for a holiday where their pet dog can be made to feel at home and share in the family adventures. When planning your holiday, it is important to consider everyone from the youngest to the oldest, is there going to be plenty of activities […]

Over the years David and Julia have been together not only as husband and wife but as owners and directors of some amazing businesses that have all proved successful and blended seamlessly into the next venture. We had the privilege of meeting Adam from Cumbria Business Crack, who was fascinated with the tale of how […]

With a wide selection of pubs in and around Keswick catering for every taste and budget makes holidaying in the area a culinary delight, sampling a different menu each day washed down with a local ale in one of the friendly pubs is just one of the many reasons people return to Keswick year after […]

In the last few weeks, we have received a high volume of calls from cottage owners who are all experiencing the same problems with their holiday cottage agency. Over the last 35 years we have always congratulated ourselves on the standard and quality of the service we have provided to our owners and holidaymakers, and […]

No matter what the season, the Lake District has something to offer everyone, but there is something about the autumnal colours, crisp air and wafts of cosy wood burning stoves as you pass through the villages that leave you awe inspired.  Once you have witnessed the magical transition from Summer to Winter, you will long […]