Guests say
Riverside Cottage in Keswick is praised for its beautiful riverside location, peaceful surroundings, and easy access to scenic walks and the town centre. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, cosy atmosphere, and dog-friendly features. The garden and views are particular highlights. Some guests noted issues with cleanliness, parking, and maintenance, but overall, the cottage offers a comfortable and enjoyable stay in the Lake District.
Several guests found the cottage clean and tidy, but a notable number reported issues such as dust, pet hair, mould, and areas needing a deeper clean. Cleanliness is inconsistent and could be improved.
The location is highly praised for its riverside setting, proximity to Keswick, and access to walking trails and public transport. Most guests found it ideal for exploring the area.
Guests generally found the cottage cosy and comfortable, especially the main bed and living areas. However, some mentioned uncomfortable twin beds, pet smells, and issues with heating on arrival.
The cottage is well equipped for cooking and has useful features like a porch and garden. Some guests noted maintenance issues, such as old windows, dated bathroom, and tight parking, but most found the facilities adequate for a pleasant stay.
Some thoughtful touches for dogs, such as bowls and a ball, were appreciated, but these are not guaranteed. A few guests felt the provision of basics like toilet rolls and bin bags could be improved.
About this property
Location, location, location! An immaculately presented cottage with riverside views and private parking..
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Amazon Firestick
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, French Doors Leading To Garden
Study.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Rear garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a river alongside the property. Steep, turning staircase up to bedrooms and side entrance into utility room/ hall and kitchen area is accessed via unusual split level steps, Extra care to be taken.. Situated beside the River Greta in the heart of Keswick, Riverside Cottage is a characterful cottage, just 15 minutes’ walk from the facilities and amenities. Plus, there are walks direct from the doorstep to nearby Latrigg, Skiddaw and Blencathra. Derwentwater and the ‘Theatre by the Lake’ are a short stroll through the beautifully manicured Hope Park Memorial Gardens, with mini golf, crazy golf and putting. Regular launch trips around the lake are available each day, with numerous drop-off points if you wish to continue on foot. Keswick is renowned for its spectacular setting, surrounded by mountains, a vast array of outdoor activity shops and a great selection of pubs and restaurants.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are steps within the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
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 (25)
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent cottage in a lovely location with a river running by its side. Would definitely recommend this cottage.
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Confirmed Guest
My husband, our pup and I recently had a lovely two week stay at the cottage. It’s a scenic15 min walk along the Keswick to Threlkeld trail to get access to the restaurants, parks, shops and grocery stores of Keswick. The cottage is larger than the photos, bed quite comfortable, and kitchen well equipped for actually cooking. The outdoor garden area is a star, with the sounds of the river Greta and a view of the Forge bridge – it is a beautiful space. As other reviewed pointed out, there is some damp in the shower room and a bit of a deep clean needed – but this cottage is a wonderful place for a stay in the Lake District.
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Jane Carrigan
Lovely cottage easy walk into Keswick and onto the railway walk, quiet and peaceful