Guests say
Riverbank Cottage in Keswick receives high praise for its fantastic location, especially for dog owners, with Fitz Park and the town centre just a short walk away. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable bedrooms, and peaceful surroundings. The private parking is a valued bonus, though some found it tight for larger vehicles. While most found the cottage clean and cosy, a few noted that some furnishings and décor could benefit from updating. Overall, guests enjoyed their stays and many expressed a desire to return.
Most guests found the cottage spotlessly clean and well maintained, though a small number mentioned areas such as walls and blinds that could use more attention or updating.
The location is consistently described as excellent, with immediate access to Fitz Park, the river, and a short walk to Keswick town centre. Guests found it ideal for walking, exploring, and dog-friendly activities.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, especially the beds and bedrooms. However, some mentioned that the sofas and dining chairs were less comfortable and could be improved.
The cottage is praised for being well equipped, with a good kitchen, washing machine, dishwasher, and private parking. Some guests suggested minor improvements such as a bike store or side tables, and noted that some downstairs areas could use refurbishment.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches beyond standard amenities, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Fully modernised Lakeland cottage with private parking. Next to Fitz Park and River Greta, with views of Skiddaw, Lattrig and Fells and 5 minute walk to Keswick town centre..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Amazon Echo, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, TV, DVD Player
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request), TV, DVD Player
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet, Grab Rail.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Logs for wood burner available locally. Cot, highchair and stairgate available on request.. Enclosed rear garden. Enclosed raised decking with garden furniture and BBQ. Private parking for 1 car. Visit England 4 Star. Please note: This property is accessed via a rough track.. Riverbank Cottage is on the banks of the River Greta, a tranquil location to explore the great outdoors, with fishing nearby. Ideally situated next to the park which is ideal for exercising dogs, it has an enclosed children’s play area and a cricket pitch with Skiddaw and Latrigg providing a stunning backdrop. You can access Fitz Park by the footbridge which is only a minutes’ walk away. This Lakeland cottage has a well equipped modern kitchen and bathroom and is only 400 yards to Keswick town centre and amenities.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
The garden is to the front of the property and the design means that other residents have right of way past the cottage, but this is never used as guests use back doors, where the private parking is! Travel cot charges £10.00 - Highchair charge- £5.00.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Approach to property is by a rough or gravel track.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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 (27)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage in a superb location.
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely house well equipped, great location.
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Linda Parsons
Lovely cottage in a great location . Already booked to go back