Guests say
Pelham House in Keswick is praised for its excellent location, close to town and amenities, with a homely feel and spacious rooms. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable lounge, and the convenience of a porch for boots and coats. The property is ideal for families and pet owners, offering a warm and clean environment, though some guests suggest updates and additional cleaning in certain areas.
Most guests found Pelham House to be clean and well-maintained, with fresh-smelling linens and a spotless appearance upon arrival. However, a few guests noted issues with specific areas such as the kitchen and the presence of pet odours, suggesting room for improvement in deep cleaning and maintenance.
The property's location is highly commended, being within a short walk to Keswick town centre and nearby parks, making it an ideal base for exploring the area. The convenience to local amenities and attractions is a standout feature for guests.
Guests generally find the property comfortable, with cosy bedrooms and a welcoming lounge. Some guests mentioned steep stairs and suggested improvements such as better mattresses and additional privacy measures in bedrooms, but overall the comfort level is rated positively.
Facilities at Pelham House are well-received, with a well-stocked kitchen and a useful entrance porch. However, guests have pointed out issues with appliances like the microwave and washing machine, and some feel that the bathrooms could benefit from updates. The steep staircase may also pose a challenge for some.
While guests appreciate the amenities provided, there is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches in the reviews. Therefore, it is not possible to assess the thoughtfulness category based on the available information.
About this property
Offering basic yet comfortable accommodation right in the heart of bustling Keswick, Pelham House is the ideal location for lover's of the Lake District.
This end of terrace Victorian villa, laid out over three storeys, offers dog friendly and comfortable accommodation. Pelham House is the ideal base for a family and friends who want to spend their time exploring everything the area has to offer, whatever the time of year.
In through the large entrance porch - the ideal place for wet and muddy outdoor gear - and you enter the cosy living room with wood burning stove and plenty of seating. The dining kitchen is well equipped and there's a ground floor shower room with wash basin and WC. On the first floor there are two bedrooms, one double and one twin room, both with wash basins, and then a steep staircase leads to the third twin bedroom; on this floor there is a bathroom with wash basin and a separate WC with wash basin.
Although there's no garden at Pelham House, there's secure storage for your bikes and outdoor gear and on-street parking for your cars. But with Derwentwater and the centre of this attractive Lakeside town both within a few minutes walk, there are plenty of places to relax with a local ale at the end of a busy day exploring the Lakes.
Keswick is a lively Lakeland town with a host of visitor attractions from the Puzzling Place to the King Kong indoor climbing centre. The Theatre by the Lake is a lovely way to spend a cultured evening while a trip on the Keswick launch is a must do for all the family. There are also shops, museums, parks, pubs and restaurants making this a fantastic base for a family holiday.
There's plenty to do whatever direction you head in from Keswick. Go north and you're in historic Carlisle with its castle and cathedral, just a stone's throw from Hadrian's Wall. To the west are the quieter lakes like Bassenthwaite and Buttermere plus the stunning Cumbrian coast. To the east lies vibrant Penrith with its soft play area, shops, bars, cinema and swimming pool. Or head south over the scenic Kirkstone Pass to Ambleside and Windermere to explore Beatrix Potter country.
With so much to see and do, including walking and cycling in the majestic fells around Keswick, Pelham House is an affordable choice for a family holiday in Lakeland at any time of year.
Keswick is a year round destination with a variety of attractions on offer including, lake cruises, live performances at the Theatre, fell walking, street markets and an abundance of shops, bars and restaurants. Also nearby you will find the River Greta and Fitz Park with tennis courts, pitch and put golf or just simply stroll along side the river. For the more energetic visit Whinlatter Forest Park which has a fantastic mountain biking trail and also hosts the tree top adventure Go Ape.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with basin, 1 x twin with basin, 1 x second floor twin.
Second floor bathroom with bath and basin.
Second floor separate WC with basin.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Sitting room.
Kitchen with dining area.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge and washing machine.
Gas central heating.
Wood burner (please supply own wood, local petrol stations do supply)TV, DVD, WiFi.
Gas and electricity included.
Bed linen and towels provided.
Travel Cot on request.
Storage for bikes and outdoor gear available in the porch area.
Roadside parking.
No garden.
Two dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops, restaurants and pubs in Keswick 5-mins walk.
Derwentwater 5 mins walk.
Note: stairs to second floor bedroom and bathroom are very steep, not suitable for those with limited mobility and please take care
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 (36)
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Brenda
We had an amazing holiday with fab weather. The house is great, really spacious, comfy beds and a nice living room. The kitchen is adequate and although small everything we needed for our stay. The only negative is the size of the fridge. Could definitely do with a bigger one (possibly in the shed) as it was not possible to accommodate all our needs and for a larger group would have been insufficient. After saying that we managed. Shower room is great and as stated the stairs are steep but wasnât an issue for us. Great to have a porch for boots and coats etc. Netflix also a bonus. We love Keswick and all its great bars and especially love the food at The Bank. We also had good meals at the Twa Dogs.
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Jennifer
The downside of the house for us, was the very to the point note left in all of the bedrooms. The note asked that the beds were to be stripped and the bedding left with the towels in the black bin bags provided. Also, there was a note in the 'Welcome Book' advising that if there was any evidence of dog hair etc when we left then an additional fee may be applied. This all felt very unwelcoming and made the end of the holiday feel rather like a visit to a Youth Hostel. We feel that we actually left the house cleaner when we left, than it was when we arrived.
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Richard
Great location, 5 minute walk to the town centre and a lovely park at the end of the road. Definitely stay there again, would recommend to anyone thinking of staying on the Lake District.