Snaptrip says
Guests frequently praise the Derwentwater Apartment for its prime location in Keswick, comfort, and cleanliness. The property is well-equipped and boasts convenient proximity to local amenities, with several guests returning for multiple stays. While some maintenance issues are noted, the responsive service and overall quality of the apartment contribute to a positive experience.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The majority of guests find the apartment to be spotlessly clean, with only a few isolated incidents of cleanliness concerns, such as unwashed cutlery or a damp smell. These seem to be exceptions rather than the rule.
The apartment's location is consistently praised for being central and convenient, within walking distance to Keswick's shops, restaurants, and natural attractions, making it a highly desirable feature for guests.
Guests describe the apartment as comfortable, well-furnished, and spacious. Some minor discomforts are mentioned, such as issues with heating control and a lack of fans during hot weather, but overall, the comfort level is high.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with the apartment being well-equipped. However, several reviews mention maintenance issues such as broken appliances, lighting problems, and lift malfunctions, which impacts the score.
There is insufficient information regarding thoughtful touches like gifts to accurately assess this category. No reviews mention gifts or special extras that would indicate a level of thoughtfulness from the hosts.
About this property
A modern and luxurious apartment in one of the most sought after destinations in the Lake District, the Derwentwater Apartment in Keswick is a fabulous holiday home for family or friends who want to explore the Lakes in style. Converted from the Chaucer House Hotel and located just a step away from the town centre, these handsome apartments are decorated in a contemporary style with every modern comfort. Whatever time of year you want to visit Lakeland, the Derwentwater Apartment will assure you of a warm welcome. This second floor apartment has been beautifully designed and finished, to provide light and airy accommodation with stunning views. The spacious open plan living area has a lounge area with comfortable leather sofas, a feature wall-mounted electric fire and flatscreen TV. There's also a selection of books and maps of the area to help you plan your walking and cycling. The kitchen and dining area is stylish and fully equipped and this large room has beautiful, original picture windows that make the most of the views. The three bedrooms are all doubles, with the master having a super king-size bed and en-suite bathroom with bathtub and overhead shower, hand basin, WC and heated towel rail. The other doubles both have an en-suite shower room with basin, WC and heated towel rail plus incredible views over magnificent Skiddaw. Take the lift to the ground floor and everything that Keswick has to offer is on the doorstep, so you're sure to find a favourite bar or cafe to relax in after a busy day's sightseeing. The Derwentwater Apartment also has off-road parking for one car. Keswick is one of the most popular destinations in the Lake District, and no wonder. With its busy shopping streets, galleries, museums and swimming pool virtually on your doorstep you'll never need to use your car. The Theatre by the Lake and the shores of stunning Derwentwater are just a short walk from the apartment. Although there's plenty to see and explore on foot in the town and countryside beyond Keswick, a scenic drive over the Kirkstone Pass will bring you to Ambleside and Lake Windermere with its famous steamers and wide range of family attractions including Go Ape and the Aquarium of the Lakes. Ideally located for a fun break in lovely Lakeland at any time of year, the Derwentwater Apartment is the perfect luxury holiday destination for friends and family.
Keswick is a year round destination with attractions on offer including, lake cruises on Derwentwater, live performances at the Theatre by the Lake, fine fell walking, lively street markets and an abundance of shops, bars and restaurants. Hope Park is a relaxing and beautiful place to visit at any time of year it is only a five minute walk from the apartment, here you could enjoy a round of golf or keep the children entertained with a game of crazy golf.
Accommodation
Second floor apartment with lift.
3 bedrooms: 1 x super king-size double with en-suite bathroom with bathtub and overhead shower, hand basin, WC and heated towel rail; 1 x king size double with en-suite shower room with basin, WC and heated towel rail; 1 x double with en-suite shower room with basin, WC and heated towel rail.
Open plan living and dining area with kitchen.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer.
Gas central heating with wall mounted electric fire.
TV, DVD, CD, books and maps.
Wi-Fi.
Gas and electricity included.
Bed linen provided.
Towels are provided.
Sorry no cot and highchair available.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
All amenities 5 mins walk.
Note: This property has lift access.
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 (33)
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Donna
This time with family for my husbands extra special Birthday celebrations.
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Brian
. thank goodness the lift was working as I had just come out of hospital with a broken pelvis. We had a couple of suggestions, which we aired in the comments book... 1. The parking space was not wide enough, as we had a Transit van parked in number 12 for most of the week. 2. The central heating controls were not explained.. the bedrooms got very cold in the evening/night and the electric fire only worked on the 2kW setting (very noisy). 3. There were no blankets etc. that we could use at night, when it got really cold in the bedrooms. 4. On one of the beds, the fitted sheet was not deep enough, and kept coming off. Apart from those things, we had a wonderful stay and would definitely come back again.
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Robert
We love the location and all of the facilities within the apartment. There were a couple of maintenance issues i.e. the ball valve in the medium sized rooms toilet was broken and there were a couple of lightbulbs that needed replacing, but this did not distract from us having a wonderful time. We are already planning on returning in November for the Keswick Christmas Light switch on.