Blencathra House is a spacious and well-equipped cottage in the heart of Keswick, praised for its excellent location close to town and amenities. Guests appreciate the comfortable bedrooms, ample space for groups, and the property's suitability for family gatherings and walking holidays. While most found the house cosy and homely, some noted areas for improvement in cleanliness, kitchen appliances, and occasional maintenance issues. Overall, guests enjoyed their stays and many expressed a desire to return.
Most guests found the property clean and well-maintained, though a few mentioned issues such as dust, dirty windows, and items left under beds. One review highlighted more significant cleaning concerns, but these were not the majority experience.
The location is consistently praised as excellent, being central and within easy walking distance of Keswick's amenities, making it a standout feature of the property.
Guests generally found the house comfortable, warm, and spacious, with good-sized bedrooms and a cosy atmosphere. A few noted minor issues with bedding and heating, but overall comfort was highly rated.
The house is well-equipped with kitchen utensils, board games, and spacious living areas. Some guests suggested updates to the TV, kitchen appliances, and noted intermittent WiFi and minor maintenance issues.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
Ideal family accommodation enjoying fine mountian views from most rooms.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, DAB Radio, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Electric central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot available.. Garden (shared with other properties on-site). On street parking. Visit England 4 Star.. A generously proportioned Lakeland stone fronted property which provides ideal family accommodation within a two minute gentle stroll of Keswick town centre, River Greta and Fitz Park with leisure pool. Blencathra House is furnished to a high standard and is sure to be a popular addition with family groups who will appreciate the conveniently situated, spacious four bedroom, two bathroom accommodation enjoying fine mountain views from most rooms. A central location which is close to the shops and local amenities.
Free WiFi
Cot hire £10.00.
There are low banisters at the property.
Kathryn
A lovely well furnished house in the centre of Keswick. Ideal for a family get together. House clean but items were found under beds and coffee table which was disappointing. Overall a great place .
Dawn Malpass
We had an amazing week the second time we have stayed in this house it has everything you need
Victoria Lambert
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, will definitely go back, central to all amenities and very cosy.
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