Places to stay in Thornthwaite, Cumbria

Thornthwaite is a village in Cumbria. Historically in Cumberland, it is just off the A66 road, south of Bassenthwaite Lake and within the Lake District National Park. It is 3.5 miles (5.6 km) by road from Keswick. In 1861 the township had a population of 153. Local restaurants include Restaurant At Cottage In The Wood, The Royal Oak, Luca’s Restaurant, and Kat’s Kitchen.

The place-name contains thwaite ("clearing").

The center of Thornthwaite ( which is at is longitude -3°12'8.8268 and latitude 54°37'2.4225 ) is located 3 miles away from Portinscale, 3 miles away from Keswick, 4 miles away from Underskiddaw and 5 miles away from Bassenthwaite.

Available Thornthwaite lodging

We currently have 7 accommodations in and around Thornthwaite.

Thornthwaite Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Listing updated 2026

Bed & Breakfasts

Acorn House

Approx 4 miles away in Keswick:

Quietly situated and with private car parks, yet only four minutes walk from the town centre, Acorn House is ideal for long or short breaks in the heart of the Northern Lake District.

Ambleside Road

Keswick, Cumbria

Bed & Breakfasts

Powe House

Approx 2 miles away in Keswick:

Our location is perfect for exploring the north, central and western lakes. We are situated in the village of Portinscale, on the banks of Derwent water in the Lake District! We offer guests stylish ensuite rooms, locally sourced food and stunning views towards Skiddaw mountain..

Portnscale

Keswick, Cumbria

Guest Houses

Clark J

Braithwaite Farm

Thornthwaite, Cumbria

Sandon

Guest House

Approx 4 miles away in Keswick:

13 Southey Street

Keswick, Cumbria

Thornthwaite Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Cottage / Caravan Parks

Borrowdale Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite

Approx 5 miles away in Keswick:

With the lovely fells soaring up and wild flowers in bloom everywhere, the Borrowdale Club Site is a delight to the eye. Located about 5 miles from Keswick and set in National Trust woodland, the caravan park offers numerous walking paths to explore the beautiful northern Lakes area.

Manesty

Keswick, Cumbria

Cottage / Caravan Parks

High Close Holiday Home Park

Approx 5 miles away in Bassenthwaite:

High Close is a beautiful holiday home park, set in some of the most stunning landscape in the Lake District, offering a tranquil and serene setting. Our park is tucked away in Park Wood, alongside a sparkling beck and is one of the Lake .....

Bassenthwaite, Cumbria

Cottage / Caravan Parks

Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Site

Approx 5 miles away in Keswick:

A quiet Keswick caravan, camping and glamping park, in the heart of the Lake District with everything you need for a comfortable stay while you explore the lakes, mountains and Lakeland towns and villages nearby. Choose quality accommodation to suit your holiday style….

Castlerigg Hall, Castlerigg

Keswick, Cumbria

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