About this property
Situated just two minutes' walk from the market square at the heart of Keswick, this quirky cottage provides quality contemporary accommodation in a great central location. You could literally park the car for a week and having everything you need on the doorstep. Keswick is alive with shops and pubs and cafes, and the popular twice weekly award winning market. The shores of Derwentwater are just five minutes stroll away and there is a fantastic selection of walks to choose from including gentle walks along the lake shore, walks to popular Ashness Bridge and Surprise view or the nearby Castlerigg Stone Circle or those seeking out the high fells will head to the summit of Latrigg and Skiddaw that dominate the towns skyline and mountain bikers will enjoy the award winning Altura Trails in Whinlatter Forest. Lillibet Cottage has its lounge and dining room on the ground floor, traditional slate steps wind down to kitchen on the lower ground floor. With two bedrooms, one with ensuite shower room, and a family bathroom on the first floor and the third bedroom on the top floor the property offers ample space for family or friends to relax and enjoy a great holiday whatever the time of year.
The popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year. The town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf, excellent parks, the famous Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing and great mountain biking opportunities, whilst the beautiful lake of Derwentwater at the head of the stunning Borrowdale Valley is only a few minutes walk from the town centre. Nearby, between Braithwaite and Buttermere is the beautiful Newlands Valley, while picturesque Bassenthwaite Lake is well worth a visit. From a gentle countryside ramble to a challenging hike up Skiddaw or the famous Catbells, there really is something for everyone. Visit Castlerigg Stone Circle, the Jennings Brewery and Mirehouse, a grand house and gardens on the shores of the Bassenthwaite Lake, or take a fabulous boat trip around Derwentwater. With plenty of attractions for the kids, lovely parks and the nearby Lake District Wildlife Park this is a great Lakeland destination whatever the time of year.
Accommodation
Traditional Lakeland terrace cottage over 3 floors.
Excellent location close to Market Square.
Sleeps 5: 1 King size with ensuite shower room, 1 Single, 1 Double on the top floor with TV and sofa, Family Bathroom with bath with shower over.
lounge and dining room on the ground floor.
traditional slate steps wind down to kitchen on the lower ground floor.
Cosy lounge.
separate dining room.
Private parking for 2 cars.
No pets.
Full Gas central heating via Combi boiler.
Wi-FI.
Smart TV.
Electric fire in lounge and dining room.
Contemporary Kitchen.
Breakfast Table.
Living flame gas stove.
Range cooker.
Electric oven.
Gas Hob.
Microwave.
Dishwasher.
Washing machine and Tumble drier.
Fridge/Freezer.
Sorry no pets.
Children & Babies welcome.
Please note steep stairs to upper floor and basement kitchen.
Nearby points of interest
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lodore Falls
- Buttermere Lake
- Scale Force waterfall
- Wastwater Lake
- Church of St Olaf
Reviews (14)
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Leanda
The cottage is in a great location. 2 mins walk to the town but in a very peaceful location. So quiet at night. As mentioned previously the car park space does only fit one car & the wi-fi is very slow. The kitchen steps are very steep but we had got used to them by the end of the week. Would definitely stay here again.
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William
Only minutes walk from Town Centre and all the Restaurants Pubs Bars Cafes and the local cinema. Also not far from Hope Park and the lakeside. Surprisingly the cottage is in a very quiet street. Hardly any traffic passed by. Parking for two cars at rear of property. However it would be a tight squeeze with two cars. Comfortable lounge large TV and rest of cottage as one would expect. The following comments were not particularly a problem for our stay, but may be relevant to others Absolutely abysmal Wi-Fi. The slowest I have ever used. Very steep stone steps leading from front dining room down to kitchen in basement. No handrail. Also stone steps from rear of property down to rear door of kitchen. People with mobility issues, or small children would struggle. I would not want to carry plates of food up those steps to the dining room. We ate in the kitchen. Anyone over 5foot 10 will bang their head on both doors into kitchen unless they duck Maintenance Issues The en-suite bathroom shower could not be used as the water control handle was broken. The shower door had come off its rail at the bottom. The toilet seat was not fixed securely and slid over to one side when sat on. The heated towel rail in the main bathroom was leaking from the on valve when turned on. Unable to use. We have reported these issues. However reading previous guest revues I noticed that several of these issues had already been brought to the attention of the owners but apparently ignored. Notwithstanding these issues we had a very pleasant stay and would stay again. If they sorted toe en-suite problems.
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Lynne
This was a disappointment as I am 78 years of age and after a lot of chemotherapy, not as agile as I was. I had great difficulty with the stairs to the kitchen. I couldn't carry anything up, as I needed both hands to grab hold of the walls. A bannister rail, or 2, would have made a huge difference. I was particularly frightened going down, as with neuropathy in my feet I stumble. When we arrived the lever for the shower in the ensuite was on the shower tray and we had to fit it back on to move, every time we had a shower. The location. was great and the cottage was clean, but a couple of adjustments would be a big help. The description of parking "for 2 cars" was incorrect, it would be impossible to get more than one car in the space provided