Guests say
Wanderers Rest in Keswick is a well-received cottage, praised for its perfect location, comfort, and high-quality facilities. Guests find it homely, spacious, and well-equipped, making it an ideal base for exploring the area. While parking can be challenging and some minor maintenance issues are noted, the property consistently offers a warm and enjoyable stay.
Guests consistently describe the property as very clean, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating high standards are maintained.
The location is frequently highlighted as ideal, with easy access to Keswick and local attractions. On-street parking is mentioned as occasionally challenging but not a significant deterrent.
The cottage is repeatedly referred to as comfortable, cosy, and homely, with ample space for guests. The only minor comfort issue mentioned is the absence of a downstairs toilet.
Facilities are generally of a high standard, though several reviews mention issues with blinds and a lack of a TV remote, indicating some room for improvement in maintenance.
There are no mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches beyond the provision of standard amenities, so it is not possible to score this category.
About this property
Centrally located for exploring all that Keswick has to offer, why not explore the surrounding countryside with a plethora of walks nearby?. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 40" Freeview Smart TV, Bluray Player, Electric Fire
Dining room: DAB Radio, Bluetooth Speaker
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair.. Enclosed garden with patio. Bike store. On road parking. No smoking. Please note: There is a steep, turning staircase. Banister height is lower than usual and gaps are greater than 10cm, care to be taken.. This terraced house, built from local Lakeland stone, has has been furnished to a good standard , it is situated in the heart of Keswick and is perfect for a memorable family break. This spacious property boasts high ceilings and offers a great social space on the ground floor. It features a cosy living room with a 40" Smart TV. Leading off from the living room is a large, separate dining room which is just perfect for a family feast after a day on the fells, and even has a DAB radio and Bluetooth speaker so you can listen to your favourite tunes while you enjoy a glass of wine and play a board game. At the rear there is an enclosed garden with patio and sitting-out area, as well as an equipment store which doubles up as a drying room for your wet walking gear. Dogs are welcome at Wanderers Rest so be sure to bring them along for the ride. On the first floor you will find two bedrooms, one with a super kingsize bed and en-suite facilities, and the second with twin beds. The second floor boasts great views across the Keswick rooftops to the nearby fells, and houses a kingsize bedroom and a single room.
With roadside parking available, you can easily leave the car behind and explore the bustling town centre of Keswick on foot. You are just ¼ mile away from all of the amenities Keswick has to offer, including a choice of shops, bars, pubs, restaurants, cafés, coffee shops, delis, outdoor shops and every other type of shopping experience you could imagine. This traditional market town is brimming with things to discover and has lots of little streets and courtyards. For family fun visit Puzzling Place, a mind boggling attraction based on optical illusions, ½ mile, or take a trip to Derwent Pencil Museum, home to the largest pencil in the world, ¾ mile. If you enjoy culture, The Theatre By The lake offers a stunning Lakeside location, or you can take a rowing boat out on Derwentwater, ¾ mile. If you like outdoor adventure including walking, cycling and climbing, you are surrounded by some amazing scenery and routes around Latrgigg and Catbells, and nearby you’ll find Skiddaw, Blencathra and Helvellyn to name a few. Shop, pub and restaurant ¼ mile.
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 low banisters at the property.
There are large gaps between banister spindles.
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Reviews (17)
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Bev Curtis
Cottage wonderfully cosy and warm . Very big inside, all home comforts on hand. Spotless throughout the property.We had a brilliant weekend in Keswick would book this again
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Kevin Richardson
We’ve had an amazing week away with family. Cottage was really homely and comfortable. The only downside was finding somewhere to park and maybe a downstairs loo. But apart from that we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and we’ve booked up again x
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Nicola
Perfect location and home from home!