Guests say
The Birches in Keswick is a spacious and well-equipped cottage, ideal for large families or groups. Guests consistently praise its excellent location within walking distance of the town centre, ample parking, and generous garden. The property is comfortable and offers good facilities, making it a popular choice for repeat visitors. While some mention areas could benefit from deeper cleaning and minor maintenance, the overall experience is very positive, with many guests eager to return.
Most guests found the property clean and tidy, though several noted the need for a deeper clean, particularly carpets and upholstery. Some mentioned dog stains and minor maintenance issues, but recent reviews suggest improvements have been made.
The location is highly praised, with guests appreciating the short walk to Keswick town centre, nearby parks, and scenic walks. The setting is considered a major highlight.
Guests frequently comment on the spaciousness, comfortable beds, and cosy living areas. The house is warm and well-suited for large groups, with plenty of bathrooms and seating.
The property is well-equipped with kitchen appliances, parking, and a large garden. Some minor issues were noted, such as missing utensils, broken fencing, and occasional maintenance needs, but overall facilities are rated highly.
A few guests mentioned a lack of welcome packs or basic supplies like tea, coffee, and toilet rolls. While some improvements in equipment have been noted, gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed.
About this property
This large family property is ideally located close to Kewick and offers spacious accommodation and an enclosed garden to the rear.. 2 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 55" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire
Dining room: Electric Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Ceramic Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Separate Toilet 1.
First Floor:
Playroom: TV, Games
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, No Toilet
Separate Toilet 2.
Second Floor:
Living room 2: (No TV)
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair.. Large enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 2 steps to the garden. The bannister railing in property is low, care to be taken.. This lovely semi-detached property is ideal for larger families wanting a comfortable stay close to all the amenities of Keswick. Located on the fringe of the town centre, and just a short level walk into town, The Birches offers spacious accommodation for up to eight guests.
Spread over three floors, the property offers a flexible layout and boasts views over the surrounding fells from the upper floors. Downstairs there is a large, bright and airy living room and a separate dining area for all to sit and enjoy good conversation and hearty meals. A well-equipped kitchen has enough space to prepare those family meals, complete with dishwasher and utility room. If the younger members of the group choose to be in their own space, there is also a separate living room. The bedrooms are perfect for large families or multiple couples, and each floor has either a bath or shower room. Outside a large and enclosed lawned garden is perfect for your dog or youngsters to play in whilst you enjoy a relaxed moment on the patio.
Keswick is perfect for all to enjoy with an abundance of shops, traditional Lakeland pubs and restaurants all to hand. You can leave the car and venture out on foot, and why not catch a boat across the lake to start the stunning walk up Catbells? Families can enjoy the Puzzling Place or the Derwent Pencil Museum, or for a more sophisticated evening try the Theatre by the Lake or the Alhambra Cinema. Further afield the Lakes Distillery, 8 miles, offers fine dining and tours, and the Lake District Wildlife Park at Bassenthwaite, 8 miles, is perfect for all the family. Keswick Golf Club is just 5 miles away and is set amongst breathtaking scenery. Beach 22¾ miles. Shop, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
Free WiFi
There are low banisters at the property.
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 (25)
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Confirmed Guest
We had a lovely stay at this property. It was quite good vslue for the money we paid. The house itself is spacious and in a great central location, making it very convenient for getting around. It comfortably accommodated five adults easily, and the beds were very comfortable. The large garden is also a nice feature, offering plenty of outdoor space and parking for 2 cars. We did feel there were a few areas that could be improved. The garden, while generous in size, had some old broken fencing left on the grass, which took away from its overall appeal. Inside, the house would benefit from a thorough deep clean, and the settee in particular could do with upholstery cleaning.Additionally, the property feels a bit tired in places and would benefit from some general redecoration and a few more homely touches to make it feel more welcoming.Overall, it’s a good-sized property in a great location, but with some attention to cleanliness and maintenance, it could offer a much better experience.
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Confirmed Guest
This was our third year at The Birches (and apart from the small issue of the back garden fence being flattened so it was no longer enclosed) the equipment and supplies provided have been improved year on year and the cleanliness has also continued to improve with many longstanding stains on the carpet having vanished.Perfect property - large rooms, very cozy, comfy beds and furniture, private garden, private parking, great location, wonderful views.Special thanks to the gardener who came to mow the lawn but also fixed the garden fence so it was enclosed again to make it safe for our dog and younger guests.Hope we can make it 4 consecutive years.
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Confirmed Guest
Excellent house for larger group. There were 6 of us and it was perfect. Fantastic location in Keswick 5 minute walk into town centre. Only negative point is that back garden is not currently dog secure as fence is broken. We would definitely recommend and would go back again.