Guests say
Riverside Park 2 in Keswick is praised for its excellent location, cleanliness, and thoughtful touches like a welcome pack. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, spaciousness, and dedicated parking. While some mention the need for updates and minor maintenance, the refurbished decor and facilities generally receive positive remarks. The views and proximity to local trails and the town centre enhance the stay.
The property is consistently described as clean and tidy, with several reviews highlighting its immaculate condition. Only a few minor comments suggest room for improvement, hence the high score.
The location is highly praised for its central position in Keswick, beautiful river views, and easy access to local attractions and trails, warranting a near-perfect score.
Guests find the apartment comfortable, with special mentions of king-sized beds and a cosy atmosphere. Some feedback on the need for updates in mattresses and sofa comfort slightly lowers the score.
Facilities are generally well-received, especially the well-equipped kitchen. However, reports of maintenance issues like non-working blinds, internet connectivity problems, and the need for better kitchen utensils affect the score.
Guests are delighted by thoughtful touches such as welcome packs, although it is politely noted that such gifts are a pleasant surprise rather than a guaranteed amenity.
About this property
This exceptional, two-bedroom apartment is situated on the ground floor of Riverside Park, and is one of six luxury holiday apartments created within this attractively renovated building. The apartment, which has its own entrance, is in a peaceful and rejuvenating location, overlooking the lovely River Greta. It has the added benefit of being near the centre of the bustling, market town of Keswick and is a luxury holiday home for all seasons. Ideal for a family or two couples.
Riverside Park is perfectly placed to tour the wonderful Lakeland countryside by car or bus and is situated in walker’s paradise with some of the very best walking trails in the Lake District available from your doorstep. Keswick offers, specialist shops, excellent restaurants, cafes and pubs, museums with a difference, a renowned theatre, well-loved cinema and much more. Magical Derwentwater lies just a ten-minute walk from the centre of town.
Walk into your ground floor entrance hall, store your outdoor gear in the hallway and discover a sensational open plan living room with dining and kitchen area. Enjoy the natural light flooding through the full height window, step onto the balcony and start to unwind as you look down on the timeless, flowing river. Come back inside to explore your chic lounge area and admire the sumptuous suite, Smart TV and luxurious and impeccable décor around you. Go over to your stylish dining table and your state-of-the-art kitchen and imagine memorable family meals in this delightful space. You will find two beautifully presented and spacious bedrooms: a double bedroom with king size bed and spectacular en-suite shower room and a double bedroom with a riverside balcony. A separate, dazzling bathroom lies nearby. The apartment has porcelain tiled flooring throughout, embellished with delightful warming rugs.
The owner of the Riverside Park Apartments has also recently converted a selection of six luxury apartments near Hope Park in Keswick. If your dates aren’t available, I recommend taking a look at them. We have Howe Keld 1 (ref: 1099816), Howe Keld 2 (ref: 1099817) & Howe Keld 3 (ref: 1099818) which are 1 bedroom, Howe Keld 4 (ref: 1099819) & Howe Keld 6 (ref: 1099824) which are 2 bedrooms, and we have Howe Keld 6 (ref: 1099822) which has 3 bedrooms.
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
All-ground-floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining and sitting area with electric fire
Gas central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available Designaed parking for one car.
Balcony with seating.
One well-behaved pet 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 (27)
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Philip
Perfect situation by the Greta river and just a few minutes walk into Keswick centre. Couple of very slight niggles in the kitchen; the washing machine outer door rattles badly when it is on; and the lower side of the fridge door gets very hot when the oven is on.
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Sarah
Wonderfully clean Cotton sheets a treat Large bath towels something special Very well equipped Loads of plug sockets
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Thomas
Great views and central location. Allocated car park space a bonus. Would definitely book again.