Guests say
Chaucer's Nook in Keswick is highly praised for its excellent location, private parking, and well-equipped, comfortable interiors, making it a popular choice for couples and repeat visitors. Guests appreciate the easy access to the town centre and local walks, as well as the thoughtful amenities provided. While most find the apartment clean and cosy, some mention areas needing a deeper clean and minor maintenance. The basement setting means limited natural light and occasional dampness, but overall, the property offers a convenient and enjoyable base for exploring the Lake District.
Most guests found the apartment clean and well-presented, especially key areas like the bed, bath, and kitchen. However, several reviews mention dust, cobwebs, and areas needing a more thorough clean, particularly under furniture and in the bathroom. Some noted tired bedding and minor mould issues.
The location is consistently praised as excellent, with easy walking access to Keswick town centre, local amenities, and walking routes. The private parking space is highlighted as a significant advantage in a busy area.
Guests generally find the apartment warm, cosy, and comfortable, with quality furnishings and a good bed. Some mention issues with a low or uncomfortable sofa, and a few note damp smells or noise from upstairs, but overall comfort is rated highly.
The apartment is well-equipped with modern appliances, a good kitchen, and useful extras like a washer/dryer and smart TV. Some guests mention minor maintenance issues (e.g., worn microwave buttons, DVD player not working, bathroom sealant), but most find the facilities comprehensive and convenient.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Chaucer’s Nook is luxuriously furnished and extremely well equipped throughout with a fell top view.. All on the
Lower Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: TV, DVD Player, CD Player
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot.. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. The former Chaucer House Hotel was converted into 14 luxury apartments and is located in the heart of Keswick with all amenities on the doorstep. It is in a very quiet part of the town but still only five minutes’ walk to Market Square and ten minutes’ to the lake shore. It is a perfect base to enjoy a holiday in the Northern Lakes. With many walks surrounding this pretty town, your car may never leave its parking space.
Chaucer’s Nook is situated on the lower ground floor of Chaucer House and is luxuriously furnished with an eye for detail. It is extremely well-equipped throughout with an emphasis on quality.
Free WiFi
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 (41)
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Kevin Day
We enjoyed our week, the location is great for access to the town centre, and also for walking further out for yge day.
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Confirmed Guest
Chaucer's Nook 2 is a real gem, well-presented, generously equipped and with private parking - a real bonus in Keswick.
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John
Well-equipped and comfortable premises in an excellent location - the parking space is a valuable bonus in an area overrun with cars parked on-street. A little more cleaning would improve the appearance, as would the redecoration of the bathroom, which is showing its age. We have stayed here a number of times in the past, and look forward to further visits in the future.