Built early last century, and sitting just outside the quaint southern highlands village of berrima, the book barn has recently been transformed. The heart of the estate is the berkelouw book barn. Barn cottage is a wonderful place full of quirky nooks and crannies and interesting knickknacks. Situated on a working beef and sheep farm just 1 mile from the bustling town centre of keswick you can have the best of both worlds a peaceful break with stunning. Blease barn, self catering holiday cottage sleeping 2 in. Paul berkelouw, owner of bendooley estate and a member of the eponymous book trading family, sought inspiration for the new cottages, a longheld ambition for the property, from his european travels. Situated in a residential area of similar properties, only 400 yards from the town centre and fitz park, 600 yards from the. There is a three bedroomed cottage, five holiday caravans and a camping barn. Bay cottage is a beautifully presented 2 bedroom terraced cottage in north lakelands most vibrant tourist town, keswick. Ormathwaite farm cottages mary rook cottage ref uk69. Paradise for book lovers, authors, artists and visitors. Barn cottage, hegglehead hutton roof, near keswick updated. Refurbished in contemporary style, this twobedroom weatherboard darling exudes warmth, ambience and country elegance.
Formerly bendooley estates gatekeepers residence, the book barn cottage has been lovingly restored to provide holidaymakers with a beautifully appointed, selfcontained. Sarah and her bridesmaids got ready at the picturesque bendooley estate cottages, sarah said i was very calm and chilled on my wedding day as everything was sorted. Weve been here 40 years, and ive been selling books since i was 18. About berkelouw book barn temporarily closed the book barn is the iconic home of our berkelouw book business and is located on beautiful bendooley estate. Barn cottage is a detached barn conversion adjacent to the owners 18th century farmhouse. This multifunctional space operates as a bookshop by day, as well as housing the bendooley. Every one of the holiday homes has been personally inspected and photographed from every angle so you can book with total confidence. Toddles cottages 2 cottages with character in skelton, cumbria two recentlyrenovated cottages in the quiet village of skelton close to penrith, ullswater and keswick. Famous for its huge cathedral ceilings, iron pendant lights and an open. The kitchen, bendooley estate, berrima aka berkelouw book. Review berkelouw book barn, berrima nsw the weekender. Situated on a lakeland hill farm in a tranquil location at the foot of skiddaw, near picturesque bassenthwaite village, peter house cottages are owner maintained, quality, self catering barn conversions.
Brocklebeck is a charming studio cottage, all on the ground floor, open plan and sleeping two. Formerly the gatekeepers residence, the book barn cottage is a beautiful, spacious, fully selfcontained cottage. Located a short distance from the popular market town of keswick, this is a popular location for those wishing to relax and enjoy magnificent scenery, whilst also making an. Berkelouw have years of experience in providing books for interior decoration, retail and corporate displays, film, theatre and commercials. Overall, keswick and the surrounding area is a marvellous holiday destination throughout the year and tithebarn mews is a great and cosy place to stay. Almost fortyyears ago, leo berkelouw a fifthgeneration antiquarian book dealer with a thriving book business in sydney that required larger quarters, purchased. Bendooley estate is a spectacular destination within the southern highlands where you can truly escape and explore the iconic book barn, dine at bendooleys restaurant, enjoy wine tastings at the cellar door and relax in our luxurious cottages all. Over the last year or so there has been renovations of the book barn, and the surrounding property, including the cottage at the entrance to the property. Bleaberry cottage is a self catering studio apartment for 2 in a converted barn at.
Toddles cottages holiday cottages skelton, holiday. Owners, nicola and dominic, have completely refurbished this spacious garden apartment very much with their own use in mind, creating a chic home from home, perfect as both a romantic retreat for. Bay cottage, cottages in keswick cumbrian cottages. Built early last century, the iconic book barn is both the hq of berkelouw books and the alluring centrepiece of bendooley estate. Berkelouw book barn in berrima has long been a fun place to visit.
Step out of the door onto a private lane with a public footpath leading to keswick west or blencathra to the north. The northern tip of bassenthwaite, just ten minutes drive from keswick is a haven of peace and quiet and this lovely location is shared by barn cottage, the bassenthwaite ospreys and the lakes distillery. Eight of the best selfcatering cottages in the lake district. Although we sell new books in our city stores, our business was built on the trade of rare and valuable books, and this remains at the heart of the berkelouw operation. Blease barn could be the perfect base for your golfing holiday in cumbria. Theres a pub serving great food in the village and lots of activities nearby. The bookbarn at bendooley, berrima is open for books, gifts takeaway coffee and.
The old barn, newlands selfcatering holiday cottages in. Barn cottage self catering bassenthwaite the lake district. Sep 15, 2016 the centrepiece of bendooley estate, our book barn has long been the home of berkelouw books. The berkelouw bookbarn at bendooley estate in berrima will be closing early at 3pm on the following dates for private functions 1st, 2nd, 7th, 8th, 10th, 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 28th, 29th.
One of the advantages of staying on site meant that sarah and the girls had plenty of time to explore the gardens and visit the ceremony area to admire the setup hours before. Travel west towards keswick from penrith on the a66. The sett is a self catering holiday cottage sleeping 45 in a barn conversion at brackenrigg holiday cottages, keswick. Pass the first exit signposted keswick and take the second exit at the roundabout, turning left which leads on to crosthwaite road. Love your bookshop day competition berkelouw books. Individually designed, the inviting interiors are an elegant harmony of rustic and glamour, featuring upholstered furniture, bespoke wallpaper and artwork, heated handmade tiles and deep freestanding baths. In my backyard leo berkelouw escape southern highlands.
Brocklebeck cottage sleeps 2 self catering holiday cottage. Bleaberry is a characterful studio cottage in our gorgeous converted barn. Causeway foot farm offers three types of self catering accommodation to cater for all budgets. Built early last century and recently transformed, it features exposed timber beams, cathedral ceilings, huge rustic iron pendant lights and an enormous stone fireplace. Well appointed cosy cottage filled with rare and fine books. Restaurants near berkelouw book barn, eumundi on tripadvisor. Book the farm house in conjunction with the old barn, rowling end house and the mouse house for. The berkelouw book barn houses australias most atmospheric bookstore as well as the estates restaurant and bar.
We hope you find the information on the website helpful, however should you require any further information on any of our properties or availability please do not hesitate to contact us by telephone, fax or email. Book your tickets online for bendooley estate book barn, berrima. And then there was a cafe, serving light cafe food. We have kept the barn s character with oak beams, doors and flooring, and wrought iron fittings and wood burning stove. Brocklebeck cottage is a self catering studio holiday cottage sleeping 2 in the converted brackenrigg barn near keswick. Peter house cottages, bassenthwaite rural 4 star self. The berkelouw family story features both tragedy and hardwon success, spanning three centuries and the globe. Holiday cottage in patterdale ullswater, cumbria, england. Bassenthwaite is a lovely village, full of warmth and. Book barn cottage is positioned at the entrance of bendooley estate, a 200acre property boasting vineyards, iconic berkelouw book barn, bendooley restaurant and cellar door. Located in the village of lindale on the southern tip of the lake district national park and easily accessible via the m6 and a590.
Garth cottage is one of a handful of individually owned private holiday apartments, created from a former grand victorian gentlemans country house. This book dynasty began in rotterdam, holland in 1812 and almost came to an end when its founder, soloman berkelouw, fell into rotterdam harbour and drowned in its freezing waters. Barn cottage is a quiet and peaceful rural holiday retreat in the lake district national park, located north of a66 between penrith and keswick. The lake district cottages holiday cottages in the lake. Bleaberry cottage sleeps 2 self catering studio apartment. The berkelouw family has traded in books for generations. Overlooking st peters church and very close to the beautiful high dam this original besom broom barn is steeped in history and overflowing with character making this is a special place and one to spend your precious time together, soaking up lakelands. Onsite bendooley vineyard, cellar door, restaurant and berkelouw book barn. Bendooley estate has created a firm reputation in the southern highlands for being the most sought after wedding venue in berrima. The cottages are full of character and get fantastic comments from our guests. Self catering barn accommodation near keswick, cumbria. The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a tv, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower.
Waterside cottages, country barn conversions, beautiful manor houses, stunning architectdesigned homes and unique buildings are all there for you to choose for your next holiday. Featuring two beautifully renovated and contemporary holiday cottages within a barn conversion both mary rook cottage and tarn rigg cottage provide the perfect retreat for your next lake district adventure. Lake derwentwater is a pleasant fifteen minute walk across the fields where you can catch the regular keswick launch to keswick. In 2009 the berkelouw family planted vineyards next to the book barn. Barn cottage, hegglehead hutton roof, near keswick. The cottages sleep 5 and 4 people respectively and. A hospitality business that includes the book barn restaurant, cellar door, the weddings, and our six new accommodation cottages see page xxx to do hospitality alongside bookselling is unusual and a great point of difference. The sett sleeps 45 self catering holiday cottage keswick.
The studio cottages are more intimate and feature petite kitchenettes only. The grounds also house the renowned berkelouw book barn and its restaurant cellar door, and antiquariat, for rare books, prints and maps. There is also plenty of other activities to do in cumbria so any nongolfers in. The book barn cottage is located just down the lane from the book barn on. The book barn cottage is the perfect getaway for book and wine lovers, couples, friends or families. The grounds also house the renowned berkelouw book barn and its restaurantcellar door, and antiquariat, for rare books, prints and maps. Self catering lakeland cottages in and around keswick, arguably the most beautiful area of the english lake district. Enjoy glorious vistas of the serene lake, valleys and groomed gardens.
Home to the iconic berkelouw book barn, a stunning cellar door and our luxurious accommodation, bendooley estate is a destination for wine, food, architecture and book lovers alike. Two bedroom cottage set in a residential area of keswick very close to the town centre and even closer. Our stunning onebed barn conversion has all the modern furnishings and finishing touches, whilst retaining its original character for the perfect retreat. Just one of our a huge range of lakelovers holiday cottages. Built early last century, the iconic book barn is both the hq of berkelouw books and the alluring. The cottage is located near one of the local golf courses, which could make it the perfect base for a golf holiday. Cottages in keswick and self catering accommodation. Bendooley estate berrima southern highlands wedding. The 10 best restaurants near berkelouw book barn, eumundi. As the name suggests barn cottage is a lovingly restored cottage that once formed part of the ruddings farm. Brand new in 2012 this charming property was originally an 1840s byre with bank barn above for hay. Look out for the little bear and her friend in the secret hiding place in the beams.
Selfcatering accommodation in keswick, the lake district. The setting has spectacular views across the valley towards skiddaw and carrock fell. The primary reason has been to get lost in the huge collection of antiquarian, rare, secondhand and selected new books. Berkelouw book shop bendooley estate berrima southern. Holiday rental house barn cottage is a quiet and peaceful rural holiday retreat in the lake district national park, located north of a66 between penrith and keswick.