Guests say
Little Hallgarth is a well-regarded cottage in Keswick, praised for its cleanliness, prime location, and comfortable amenities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, the property's proximity to the town centre and parks, and the secure garden, especially those with pets. While some minor maintenance issues and suggestions for improvements are noted, the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The property generally receives high marks for cleanliness, with guests finding it clean and tidy. However, a few guests mentioned areas that could benefit from more thorough cleaning or maintenance, slightly affecting the score.
The location is highly praised for being quiet, residential, and within easy walking distance to Keswick town centre, parks, and scenic areas. It is considered ideal by most reviewers.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with quality bedding and a cosy atmosphere. Some guests suggested improvements such as better mattresses and blackout curtains to enhance comfort.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-equipped kitchen and garden furniture. However, guests have suggested upgrades to the TV, shower pressure, and some have noted minor maintenance issues.
While some guests missed having a welcome pack and basic provisions like salt and pepper, there is not enough information to determine if this is a consistent issue or a one-off occurrence. Therefore, a score cannot be provided, and guests should note that such amenities are not guaranteed.
About this property
Little Hallgarth, is a pretty, two-bedroom cottage within easy walking distance of the bustling market town of Keswick. The cottage has been lovingly and skilfully refurbished by the owners, who continually strive to make their guest’s stay as perfect as possible. Ideal for a family or two couples.
Leave your outdoor gear in the hallway and step into your delightful open plan lounge and dining area with attractive living flame gas fire in feature surround and pleasant views over the garden. Find your fully fitted and well-equipped shaker style kitchen in cream and your elegant glass dining table with decorative metal chairs placed nearby. Step through the glass door here and walk out onto the garden to listen to the soothing sound of the river nearby. Climb the stairs to find two pretty bedrooms: a twin bedroom and a double bedroom, both with views over the garden. The family power shower room is decorated in a retro baroque style. The whole house has been tastefully decorated with colours accented by the soft furnishings.
Keswick offers, specialist shops, excellent restaurants, cafes and pubs, market days twice a week, a renowned theatre, well-loved cinema and much more. Walk from the centre of Keswick, through Hope Park to the shore of beautiful Derwentwater, have a bite to eat at the Theatre by the Lake’s café, then enjoy a scenic cruise. You will have a choice of many walking trails right from your doorstep, from low-level circular walks to more adventurous hikes up to glorious high peaks. Walk up to lovely Catbells, Skiddaw or Latrigg, known as Keswick’s own fell.
The popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year. The town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf, excellent parks, the famous Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing and great mountain biking opportunities, whilst the beautiful lake of Derwentwater at the head of the stunning Borrowdale Valley is only a few minutes walk from the town centre. Nearby, between Braithwaite and Buttermere is the beautiful Newlands Valley, while picturesque Bassenthwaite Lake is well worth a visit. From a gentle countryside ramble to a challenging hike up Skiddaw or the famous Catbells, there really is something for everyone. Visit Castlerigg Stone Circle, the Jennings Brewery and Mirehouse, a grand house and gardens on the shores of the Bassenthwaite Lake, or take a fabulous boat trip around Derwentwater. With plenty of attractions for the kids, lovely parks and the nearby Lake District Wildlife Park this is a great Lakeland destination whatever the time of year.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Power shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with gas flame-effect fire
Gas central heating with gas flame-effect fire.
Electric oven and electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV with DVD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair provided.
Parking available in the cul-de-sac area outside the property.
Garden patio with seating.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
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 (34)
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Mick
Couple of minor points:- Some instructions for the heating would be nice Towel rail in the bathroom didn't appear to be working The hot water in the wash basin only comes out in trickle
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Charlotte
House was clean, airy, yet cosy and a good size. Great to have the garden too with having the dog with us. Location was good too. Quiet and only a 10 min walk into into centre of town. We would happily return here.
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Louise
Nice to have some here to park and within walking distance of town,. We would go back.