Guests say
Low Melbecks House in Keswick offers a cosy and well-equipped stay with beautiful surroundings and a peaceful atmosphere. Guests appreciate the upgraded bathroom, comfortable furnishings, and the addition of a pool table. The property's remote location provides a quiet holiday experience, with some guests noting it as a favourite and others finding it too secluded. Maintenance issues are mentioned, but the overall sentiment is positive with many looking forward to returning.
The property is generally described as clean and well-maintained, with fresh bedding and towels provided weekly. However, there were isolated incidents of a used tissue found and a comment on flies due to nearby sheep fields, slightly affecting the score.
The location is praised for its quietness, idyllic surroundings, and proximity to walks and Keswick. However, some guests found the remoteness less convenient, and accessibility was an issue for guests with mobility concerns.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with cosy features like a wood burner and a well-appointed kitchen. The beds were noted as a bit hard by one guest, and the bathroom amenities were a concern for some, slightly impacting the comfort score.
The facilities, including a shared games room and well-equipped kitchen, are appreciated. However, recurring maintenance issues such as a broken towel rail, a leaking shower, and unreliable internet connectivity have led to a lower score in this category.
While the reviews reflect a thoughtful selection of games, books, and DVDs, there is no mention of gifts or welcome packs being provided consistently, so it is not possible to score this category. Guests should note that such amenities are not guaranteed.
About this property
Keswick 8.8 miles. Within the Lake District National Park, you can find Low Melbecks House resting on the edge of the Skiddaw Fells west of Bassenthwaite Lake. Offering contemporary accommodation for a family or group of eight, enjoy returning each day to your home-from-home in the Lakes.
The side entrance leads in to a modern kitchen a chic space, with hues of creams and greys and stone tiled floors, home to modern everyday appliances. A staircase leads to the first floor where you will find a spacious twin bedroom and king size bedroom as well as a family shower room with large shower cubicle, WC and basin. A few steps take you down from the kitchen in to a cosy lounge where can relax in front of the wood burning stove.
An interconnecting door leads from the lounge into the entrance hallway of the main house. This can be locked from either side to create privacy for individual party/family members or opened up to create a spacious family home.
The Main House is reverse-level in design with two ground-floor king-size bedrooms, each with en-suite facilities. Choose from an elegant bathroom with freestanding bath and a wet-room style shower or a shower room with WC and hand basin to prepare for your day in style. An interconnecting door leads from the main entrance hallway of the House in to the lounge of the Cottage and a staircase leads from the House hallway to the first floor which is completely open-plan and benefits from a Juliette balcony with stunning views of the fells. Relax on the corner sofa and enjoy a quiet evening in front of the TV with a DVD player and Sonos speakers. The kitchen area is amply equipped with everything you could need to set you up for a stay in the countryside, whilst the large dining area has seating for 8.
Enjoy the garden, making use of the patio furniture to sit with a morning coffee as you listen to the stream which borders the area trickle along. Enjoy walking by Bassenthwaite Lake. Visit The Lakes Distillery or head to the Lake District Wildlife Park where over 100 species of animals live in the 25-acres. Low Melbecks House is a charming retreat, secluded from the hustle and bustle offering a peaceful spot to enjoy time with your family and friends in the Lakes.
Keswick is town in Cumbria, and is a major centre for tourism in the Lake District, with many people choosing to holiday in and around this wonderful area situated between Skiddaw mountain and the lovely Derwentwater Lake. Offering visitor attractions and excursions, as well as shops, pubs and restaurants, you won't be short of activities in this area. Visit Castlerigg Stone Circle, climb up Skiddaw or Blencathra and take in stunning and unforgettable views of the landscape.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 3 x king-size 2 with en suite, 1 x twin.
Shower room with WC and hand basin.
Two separate kitchen/diners.
Electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, sitting room with woodburning stove.
First floor open plan lounge kitchen diner.
External shared games room.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Smart TV with Freeview, DVD player, Sonos speaker, games room with pool table and TV.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available by prior arrangement.
Off-road parking for four cars.
WiFi.
Patio area with garden seating bordered by stream (children require supervision).
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop within 8.3 miles, pub within 3.5 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- Lake District Coast Aquarium
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Lodore Falls
- Buttermere Lake
- Scale Force waterfall
Reviews (16)
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Bianca
The house is spacious, and even though there were 8 of us, and a baby) We all felt
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Andrew
There were 4 adults and 2 children staying so plenty of space. The house was spotless on arrival and well maintained. Nothing really to complain about. Odd issues such as lack of a cutlery drawer in the large kitchen was a bit strange and the shower in the bathroom downstairs was super hot, altering the temperature control made no difference. However, nothing that would take away giving it top marks.
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Aine
Perfect location if you want some peace and quiet but close enough to Keswick for dinner/shopping etc. Walks on your doorstep and everything you could need and more in the home. Shame we had to strip the beds and take bins to end of lane - takes the 'holiday' feel from the trip but not a big issue.