Guests say
Sefton House in Keswick is a well-received holiday cottage, praised for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and prime location. Guests appreciate the comfortable furnishings, well-equipped kitchen, and thoughtful touches like blankets and night lights. While some minor maintenance issues and the absence of a washing machine have been noted, the property's charm and convenience largely overshadow these points.
Guests consistently report that Sefton House is very clean, with several reviews highlighting its immaculate condition. There are minor comments about some overlooked areas, but these are few and do not significantly impact the overall perception of cleanliness.
The location of Sefton House is highly praised for its proximity to Keswick town centre and local attractions. Easy access to walks and the convenience of nearby amenities contribute to its excellent location rating.
The majority of guests find the beds comfortable and the living spaces cosy. However, there are comments about bed sizes being slightly small for taller individuals and some mattresses being lumpy, which slightly affects the comfort score.
The property is well-equipped, particularly the kitchen, but the lack of a washing machine is a recurring point of contention for guests. Maintenance issues like a non-functioning oven and a sticky shower door have been mentioned, indicating room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
Guests have noted several thoughtful touches, such as blankets in the living room and night lights by the bunk beds, which contribute to a homely feel. No specific gifts are mentioned, so while the property is considered thoughtful, it is important to note that gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Resting in the heart of the market town of Keswick, in the beautiful Lake District National Park, is this superb three-storey stone cottage. Boasting beautiful views across the town and surrounding mountains, you are well placed for both a rural and town break to Cumbria. Entering the property, you will be welcomed into a spacious hallway, with a Victorian tiled floor in the hallway, where you can kick off your boots and hang your coats. Step into the lovely decorated sitting room, with its green painted walls and original panelled doors throughout, showcasing the period features throughout. Spend your evenings unwinding in here, after a days . Step through into the dining room, which has plenty of seating so you can enjoy your lovingly prepared home cooked meals over a refreshing drink and catch up with the day's events. The kitchen boasts lovely monochrome flooring and pristine white units and sleek black worktops, showcasing the level of quality this property has. There are four bedrooms, spaced across two floors, with a double and twin residing on the first floor and a further master double and child bunk on the second. The master bedroom has an en-site shower room, whilst the rest share a family bathroom with high-quality fixtures and fittings so you can enjoy a warm soak at the end of a tiring day. All bedrooms are individually styled with colourful walls and quality furnishings, giving you a warm and welcoming feeling the moment you enter. Outside has a small, rear courtyard patio with a range of furniture to sit and enjoy a cup of tea in the morning whilst reading a good book. Keswick is well-known for its associations with famous poets Samuel Taylor Coleridge and William Wordsworth, boasting a range of countryside sites to explore with excellent walking and cycling opportunities. The Keswick Museum and Art Gallery is a charming museum which holds an extensive collection of antiques, including Napoleon's teacup and is a must-see during your trip! For a spot of history, Castlerigg Stone Circle dates back 5,000 years and is an English Heritage site, with stunning country views surrounding. Derwentwater is a tranquil lake offering watersports opportunities such as fishing and sailing, with an ancient woodland area surrounding, with a network of footpaths, ideal for those who enjoy exploring. An attraction that is a must-see is the wonderful Dove Cottage and Wordsworth Museum; discover Wordsworth's famous home and where the inspiration for many of his poems came from, as well as the delightful landscaped garden he planted himself with his sister Dorothy. Sefton House provides an exceptional base for exploring all this picturesque region has to offer.
Keswick is a market town and civil parish in the Cumbria and is situated within the Lake District National Park. Boasting a plethora of independent shops, supermarket, pubs and restaurants for all of your amenities. Ideally placed for exploring many countryside sites, as well as the historic home of William Wordsworth at Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x first floor double, 1 x first floor twin, 1 x second floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x second floor child bunk.
Bathroom with bath and shower over, basin and WC.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Kitchen.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
Central Heating throughout.
TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and Highchair.
Roadside parking.
Rear courtyard patio with furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.1 and pub 0.3 miles.
Sorry no washing machine/tumble dryer - Launderette in the town centre 0.1 miles.
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 (28)
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Alison
We went away with another couple, and they found their bedroom on the first floor extremely comfortable. We were less comfortable in the second floor double, but that may be down to personal preference. Otherwise, absolutely no complaints and wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
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Ruth
We really appreciated the large dinning room to have meals together. Twin bedrooms were roomy with comfortable furnishings. Two bathrooms are ideal for two families. The only downsides was not having a washing machine. Although we knew that when we booked it. Our experience this week with young kids who were getting wet with weather or down the lake, had made me realise it would have been nice to have had washing facilities. Upper floor gets hot on hot days. Maybe a portable air conditioner could be considered. The duvet covers, mattress protectors and some of the pillows were stained. This was noticed on stripping the beds at the end of the week. There was also some rubbish under one of the beds that had not been cleaned properly. These aspects would not stop us from booking the house again. We had a wonderful holiday, grateful to have had the pleasure to stay in such a comfortable home in beautiful surroundings.
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Paul
Didnât move the car all week. House is nice and comfortable and well-equipped.