Snaptrip says
The Old Vicarage in Keswick is praised for its stunning views, spaciousness, and comfortable en-suite bedrooms. The property's location is ideal for exploring the Lake District, and its large kitchen and gardens are appreciated by guests. While some guests mention the need for a deep clean and minor maintenance, the overall experience is highly enjoyable, with many looking forward to returning.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Guests frequently mention the need for a deep clean, noting dust under beds and in corners, and some cleanliness issues in the kitchen. However, several reviews describe the property as clean and tidy, indicating variability in the standard of cleanliness between stays.
The location is highly praised for its stunning views and proximity to Keswick and local walks. The property's setting is described as beautiful and convenient, contributing positively to guests' experiences.
The property is consistently described as comfortable, with very comfortable beds and spacious rooms. Some guests mention worn furniture and the need for better mattresses, but overall, the comfort level is rated highly.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and good en-suite facilities. However, guests note issues with maintenance such as loose toilet seats, a leaking shower, and the absence of a pool table as advertised. The need for updates and repairs is mentioned, affecting the score.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, this category cannot be scored, and guests should not expect additional thoughtful gestures as part of their stay.
About this property
This detached, stone built cottage was once the local vicarage and is located in mature grounds just 2 miles from the market town of Keswick.
This cottage features stripped floors, high ceilings and a wood burning stove, offering luxurious accommodation for large families or groups of friends.
On the ground floor is a fully equipped breakfasting kitchen with slate floor and electric range cooker, where you can cook up a storm before sitting down with friends in the dining room. There's also a sitting room with an open fire, TV, DVD player and a selection of books and maps, perfect for cosying up on chilly nights. The inner sitting room features a wood burning stove, whilst the utility room has a washing machine and tumble dryer. After dinner, you can retire to the games room where you'll find table tennis, and a range of books and games. There's also a twin bedroom, ground floor shower room with WC and hand basin, with its own kitchen area with electric oven and sink. Upstairs there are 5 bedrooms, with the king-size master bedroom boasting an en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
The large, mature grounds are laid mostly to lawn, with plenty of space to relax and unwind.
This is an ideal location for exploring the National Park, with a number of walking routes just minutes away. It's just a couple of miles to the market town of Keswick, where you can see local artefacts at the museum or get active at Keswick Climbing Wall.
If leisurely walks are the order of the day, Castlerigg Stone Circle is close at hand, as is High and Low Rigg. For something a little more challenging, climb Blencathra or Helvellyn and enjoy the spectacular views from the top.
This stunning former vicarage is the perfect base to enjoy a holiday with family or a large group of friends.
Keswick is a year round destination with a wide variety of 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. Also nearby you will find the River Greta and Fitz Park with tennis courts, pitch and put golf or just simply stroll along side the river. For the more energetic visit Whinlatter Forest Park which has a fantastic mountain biking trail and also hosts the tree top adventure Go Ape.
Accommodation
Over two floors.
Six bedrooms: 1 x ground floor twin.
2 x first floor king-size doubles with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC; one with en-suite shower room with basin and WC, 1 x first floor double with en-suite shower room with basin and WC and 2 x first floor twin, one with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC and one with en-suite wet room with basin and WC.
Ground floor shower, basin and WC.
Utility room.
Games room.
Sitting room with open fire.
Inner sitting room with wood burning stove.
Dining room.
Breakfasting kitchen.
Electric range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer.
Oil-fired central heating.
Wood burning stove.
Open fire in sitting room.
TV with DVD player, selection of books and games, table tennis.
Oil and electricity included in the rental - no starter pack for wood burner.
Bed linen and towels inc in rent.
Travel Cot and highchair available on request.
Ample private parking.
EV Charging Point for cars.
Enclosed mature lawned grounds.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops and pubs 2 miles.
Property has a £100.00 good housekeeping bond.
Nearby points of interest
- Lodore Falls
- Buttermere Lake
- Scale Force waterfall
- Wastwater Lake
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Church of St Olaf
Reviews (39)
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Anele
The views are spectacular and very close to lots of walks. Slight downfall is that it is right beside a road which is busy on weekends and during the day but quiet inside you cannot really hear the road noise. it's 2 miles from Keswick but walking the road to town really isn't a decent option, its very hilly and again beside a busy road. Outside there is a sitting area and when the sun is out it is really beautiful. I think there needs to be some clearer instructions regarding rubbish and recycling as it wasn't clear in the book. Would be nice to know when the recycling and rubbish was being collected (Only rubbish was collected when we were there for a week not the recycling). House probably needs a little more cleaning for me it's passable but looks like it can get pretty dusty and attention to detail needed. Having said that it was only when you look for the dust or lack of cleaning do you see it. Couldn't get the blue tooth speakers to work and needs a bit more info of how to do that. Wifi seemed to work fine (once we had the password as it wasn't the same as in the information as it was on the back of the routers). Having said all that we really enjoyed the place, the beds were comfortable and we slept great. Definitely worth a stay.
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Katie
It has spacious bedrooms which are en-suite except one, and the kitchen/dining room layout was great for socialising whilst cooking.
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Paul
Please provide large bath towels. 2. Guests are asked to strip the beds for you and place used linen (and towels) into the bags provided. We couldnât find the bags (Iâm sure you donât mean the black bin liners. Normally there would be a laundry basket. Buy a laundry basket please if you insist on guests doing this work for you). 3. Given the tasks you ask guests to perform you really need to have a later check out. 10:00 would do it. You can easily give guests an extra 30 minutes if you want them to undertake the above tasks for you (inc clearing ash from the fireplaces. You may want to add the proviso only if itâs cooled enough to do safely do so). We loved the remodelling and refreshing of the rooms on the ground floor. Itâs probably a work in progress but the downstairs toilet and shower look (and smell) pretty bad and are tiny. En suite in the new downstairs bedroom and extending the games area to the current toilet and shower area would be a vast improvement here. Thank you.