Guests say
Raphael's Cottage in Keswick is highly praised for its brilliant location, warm and welcoming atmosphere, and high-quality comforts. Guests appreciate the child-friendly amenities, cosy decor, and well-equipped kitchen. The lovely garden and thoughtful touches, including a bottle of prosecco, enhance the stay. While some minor suggestions for improvement are noted, the overall sentiment is extremely positive, with many guests planning return visits.
Guests consistently note the high standard of cleanliness throughout the cottage, with no negative comments on this aspect.
The cottage's proximity to the town centre and local amenities is frequently highlighted as a major advantage, contributing to its excellent location score.
Comfort is regularly mentioned, with guests finding the beds, sofas, and overall ambience of the cottage to be very comfortable.
Facilities are well-regarded, including a well-stocked kitchen and entertainment for rainy days. However, suggestions for additional keys and a closer parking permit indicate room for slight improvements.
The owners' thoughtfulness is evident in the provision of home comforts and extras like prosecco. While such gifts are warmly received, it is politely noted that they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Tucked away in the popular town of Keswick in Cumbria, is this fantastic, two-bedroom period property, Raphael's Cottage. Enjoying a superb location within the Lake District National Park next to Derwent Water, as well as a beautifully-presented interior with period features, Raphael's Cottage makes for a wonderful family-friendly dwelling for two couples or a family of four looking to escape to the Lakes. After parking up, you will be greeted by a charming front patio with a bench, perfect for watching the world go by as you enjoy a steaming cup of coffee. Step into the property, where you can look forward to rustling up culinary delights in the well-equipped kitchen, with the help of the electric oven, gas hob, microwave and handy dishwasher, ensuring time isn’t wasted doing chores. There is also a handy utility room which houses a tumble dryer and washing machine, ideal for keeping your holiday wardrobe fresh! Settle down to tuck-in to long, lazy dinners at the dining table for four, or if the weather is nice, why not make dinner an alfresco affair out on the private patio that adjoins the enclosed lawn garden? Retire to the plush sofa for an evening of entertainment, courtesy of the Smart TV with DVD player, as you bask in the glow of the electric stove. As your eyes start to grow heavy, climb the stairs to the first floor, where you will discover two well-presented bedrooms, a double and a twin, both served by a beautiful bathroom, ready to welcome you with indulgent soaks and refreshing showers. Take advantage of Raphael's Cottage location and head into the town centre of Keswick, where you will be spoilt for choice by the pubs and restaurants on offer, as well as the fascinating Keswick Museum, the Derwent Pencil Museum and the Puzzling Place, where you can wander illusion-filled exhibits. Those looking for more adventure-filled excursions need look no further than Keswick Adventure Centre, where you can try your hand at paddleboarding, canyoning and ghyll scrambling. For an unforgettable evening, why not treat your loved ones to a live performance at the stunning venue of the Theatre By The Lake? If that’s not enough, there is miniature golf, fishing, excellent mountain biking opportunities, canoeing and bushcraft all readily available right on your doorstep. Bassenthwaite is just a short drive away, well-known for it’s expansive lake surrounded by rolling hills where you can enjoy leisurely strolls along the waterside paths, sail or spot the local birdlife which frequent this area. For wildlife enthusiasts the Lake District Wildlife Park is a must-see, where you can view over 100 species of exotic animals, ensuring a fun-filled day for all! Be sure to visit Cockermouth, renowned for its links to the famous poet of William Wordsworth, who’s former home can be toured and rests along the River Cocker, as well as being home to charming art galleries, the Cockermouth History Wall and the picturesque Memorial Gardens. For an escape to the Lakes to remember, choose Raphael's Cottage.
If you're looking for a place to relax and unwind in the north of the Lake District, Keswick is your best bet. Numerous stores and restaurants cater to all interests in the town, as well as wonderful parks, a quaint cinema and a climbing wall, a fishing lake, and great mountain bike prospects, while the beautiful Derwentwater Lake at the top of the stunning Borrowdale Valley is only a short walk away. Newlands Valley, located between Braithwaite and Buttermere, and Bassenthwaite Lake, a magnificent lake, are just a short drive away.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king size, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer, dryer, dishwasher.
Utility.
Sitting room with electric stove.
Gas central heating with electric stove.
TV, DVD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, stairgate and highchair available.
Permit parking available (The permit parking included in the rental is based behind Keswick Ministries in Skiddaw Street they have 4 EV chargers Guests can pay to charge their EV using the Fuuse APP ).
Front garden with patio and seating, rear garden with patio, lawned area, garden furniture and BBQ.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
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 (10)
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Caroline
The cottage is in a great location, and is extremely comfortable and very well equipped with everything you could need.
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Alan
Clean, convenient and comfortable. So handy for the town centre with an added bonus of garden facilities. Kitchen very well stocked with everything you need for preparing meals. Beds provide a good nights sleep. Information provided was detailed and thorough. Parking at the centre was a very useful backup! Great place to stay
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Jane
Very comfortable beds great linen, fab shower and a bath tub to soak your bones after a day's hiking. Lovely garden to relax in and watch the birds, always a bottle of prosecco to greet us. Thank you. Will look forward to our 10th visit ( loyalty card maybe