Guests say
Quiet Ways is a spacious, well-equipped cottage in a peaceful village setting, ideal for walkers and dog owners. Guests consistently praise its excellent location, modern kitchen, secure garden, and easy access to Keswick and local amenities. The property is warm and comfortable, with thoughtful touches for both humans and pets. While most reviews are very positive, a few mention minor issues with cleanliness, bedding, and parking. Overall, Quiet Ways offers a relaxing and enjoyable stay, with many guests returning for repeat visits.
Most guests found the cottage very clean, though a few noted minor oversights such as dusty shelves, old duvets, and occasional missed cleaning in the oven or bathroom. Carpets and some bedding could benefit from renewal.
The location is highly praised for its quiet setting, proximity to Keswick, and abundance of walks from the doorstep. Some mention the need for a car for certain activities, but overall, the setting is considered excellent.
Guests generally found the cottage warm, spacious, and comfortable, with a secure garden and good facilities. A few mentioned hard beds and the property being a bit cool in the evenings, but most found it very pleasant.
The property is described as extremely well equipped, with a modern kitchen, air fryer, dishwasher, and washing machine. Some minor suggestions include more utensils and updated bedding, but overall facilities are highly rated.
There are no specific mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches such as hampers or treats, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
A generously sized detached bungalow with a sunny conservatory and enclosed rear garden close to Derwentwater and Keswick..
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Freesat, DVD Player, CD Player
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Conservatory.
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available on request. Enclosed, gravelled rear garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. This deceptively spacious detached holiday house has been tastefully renovated to a good standard, with a sunny conservatory, two bedrooms and bathroom on the ground floor. New for 2024, the property benefits from a new ’up-market’ kitchen along with new carpets to lounge, dining room and passage.
There is free Wi-fi in the property. There are also USB charger sockets in the main bedroom and the lounge. With Chrome Cast in the lounge, you can stream from your hand-held device. All instructions on how to use this is in the front page of the visitor’s book. The pleasant village is situated within easy walking distance of Derwent Water, with all its watersports, and is only 1.5 miles walk through the fields to the popular Lake District town of Keswick. All around there are views of the mountains, from Skiddaw to Grizedale Pike and Cat Bells, with superb walking and cycling available locally (bike hire in Keswick). Shop and restaurant 100 yards, pub 75 yards.
Free WiFi
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (21)
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Confirmed Guest
Love quiet ways. Been coming there on and off since 2011My only complaint is the shower is very poor
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Confirmed Guest
Nice week. Portinscale is a quiet village and main Lake District places of interest are accessible using own or public transport.Property is well equipped and comfortable. Some if the curtains and bedding need renewing.
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Confirmed Guest
Had such a lovely holiday. Quiet ways was amazing. Going back in September Very comfortable in every way.