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Highbank

Keswick, Lake District
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
No Dogs
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Family friendly
Sky TV
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Fabulous location to explore the Lakes either on foot, by car or public transport
  • Plenty of good walks and cycle routes in the vicinity
  • Boasting lovely socialising spaces, gardens that make the most of the sunshine and its own off-road parking
Property code: SZ249

A great retreat for couples, groups or families looking to explore the Lakes, this delightful house is in the centre of Keswick, with local amenities on your doorstep.

A very warm welcome to this delightful detached house in a very sought-after area of charming Keswick. Sleeping up to six people in three comfortable bedrooms, with stunning fell views and all just an easy walk from the bustling town centre, it really makes a wonderful base for a family or small group of friends to enjoy this wonderful area. The property boasts lovely socialising spaces, gardens that make the most of all the available sunshine and its own off-street parking, which is truly a bonus during Keswick's busier months. Added to all this the owners have used light fresh decor, comfortable furnishings and local photography to create a warm and welcoming holiday home.

Situated in a quiet residential area of Keswick, the cottage is perfectly placed whether you feel like pottering in to the bustling centre of the town or whether you'd rather stay out of the hubbub and make the most of the unparalleled natural surroundings. The town is well known for being the Lake District's adventure capital, boasting a vast array of adrenaline fuelled activities for visitors to sample. If a rather more sedate visit is to your taste then the town has plenty to offer too with wonderful pubs, excellent eateries, museums, not to mention a great range of independent and outdoor shops. Young families are well catered for with a leisure pool, climbing walls, crazy golf and a great play park all within easy walking distance. For a cultural evening why not walk down to the beautifully situated Theatre By The Lake which shows a wide programme of drama, comedy, music and events throughout the year?

If you're hoping to don your walking boots and enjoy the great outdoors then you could scarcely be better placed. Take a walk to Walla Crag, Great Wood or Bleaberry Fell right from the end of the road. Alternatively, should you be ready for a bigger adventure, then head up to mighty Skiddaw which stands guard over the town. You could always pack a picnic and head over to Derwentwater's shores via the charming path through Springs Wood across the road or for a treat, why not hop on board one of the Keswick launches to lap up the glorious scenery from the water?

On arrival at the house, guests enter via a glass sliding door into a spacious porch with plenty of space for boots and coats. From here you enter into the main hallway. To the right is the gorgeous living room. Bathed in light from an enormous bay window, it has fabulous views of mountain tops and surrounding fields and woodland. There are three deep comfy sofas arranged around a gas-effect fire and a SkyTV (with Sky Sports subscription).

Moving back through the hallway you reach the dining room; this has a dining set for six, two lovely wooden dressers and french doors leading out to the patio at the rear of the house. Beyond this is the spacious L-shaped kitchen. It's well equipped with five gas hobs, a fitted AEG double fan oven, a large integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave. There's also a handy under-counter washer/dryer, plenty of cupboard space and a Nespresso coffee machine - so don't forget to bring some coffee pods! The breakfast table is set into corner windows making a brilliant place to enjoy a morning cuppa while watching the visiting birdlife. There's a handy downstairs WC as you head through to the back door and further storage for boots and coats in a large, walk-in cupboard.

Moving up the traditional corner staircase with beautiful, feature stain glass window to the three lovely bedrooms. The master bedroom has a super-king-size bed, two large built-in wardrobes and a handy en-suite shower room with an electric shower. The second bedroom has a double wooden bed frame, a chest of drawers and hanging hooks for storage. The delightful large twin bedroom has a wardrobe and chest of drawers for storage and a leather armchair for relaxing and taking in the gorgeous mountain views - with such a great panorama you can pick which fell top you'd like to conquer each day! This room is a twin as standard but can be made up as a super-king should you require, please advise on booking if this is the case. The family bathroom has a bath and separate shower enclosure with a mixer shower and a drencher head for massaging away tired fell-walking muscles.

Outside the property there is a rear garden with patio and raised lawn for making the most of the morning sunshine, while to the front there is a lovely tiered garden with mature plants and shrubs. Why not pour an evening glass of wine and enjoy the stunning mountain views as the sun sets?

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 1 double, 1 twin (can be made up as a super-king-size if required)
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite shower room, 1 bathroom with separate shower, separate WC
  • 5 gas hobs, a double oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine (pods not provided) and a washer/dryer
  • Smart TV with Sky package with Sky Sports
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Games and books for children
  • Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available
  • Towels not provided
  • Tiered front garden with lawn and table and chairs, rear garden with paved area and raised lawn
  • Off-road parking for upto 3 cars
  • Shop, pub and restaurant within 0.5 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Lyndsey Casson

This property is personally managed by Lyndsey.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 41 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Susan 9th March 2024

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A lovely house Very spacious and comfortable Great to have SkyQ too. We did not need to use car Location perfect

Reviewed by Jane 2nd March 2024

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The house is well presented. Location is fantastic with a short walk into the centre of Keswick. Bike storage the description could be clearer as under the impression there was a bike shed rather than storing the bikes in the front porch. If there are more than 2 bikes this would cause an issue.

Reviewed by Jane 3rd February 2024

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Reviewed by Alison 30th December 2023

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Spent a lovely New Year week at Highbank House. Great location, a short walk to the town centre, walks from the front door and parking for 3/4 cars. The house was clean, warm and had a large porch for coats and boots. We found the TV a bit small for those winter evenings watching movies. A great welcome pack with lots of Cumbrian treats including, Read moreBraithwaite Gingerbread, Tiffin from Cakes in the Lakes, Jam and Rum butter which we've never tried before-yummy!. We will use Highbank House again. Hide

Reviewed by Claire 23rd December 2023

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Great location, large property and private parking a bonus.

Reviewed by Deborah 11th November 2023

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Really comfy, homely house in an excellent location. Could not fault it

Reviewed by Beverley 4th November 2023

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Gorgeous property with stunning views. Perfect for walking from the door and into Keswick.

Reviewed by Helen 28th October 2023

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Reviewed by James 14th October 2023

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A really good, quiet place to stay. Ideally placed for a visit into town, a walk to the lake or a trip into the woods and fells. Comfortable and well equipped.

Reviewed by Lesley 16th September 2023

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Had a lovely week in Keswick at Highbank,we've been to Highbank a few times now and the property has all you need and is comfortable,plus off road parking and is a short stroll to town centre we are looking forward to going next year again

Reviewed by Caryl 9th September 2023

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A return visit to this clean , comfortable property . We appreciate the quiet , edge of town location ( Keswick seems to be getting busier and busier . ) As on our previous visits the car stayed on the drive all week and we walked from the door .

Reviewed by Christine 2nd September 2023

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Reviewed by Karen 19th August 2023

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Lovely house in perfect location.

Reviewed by Jennifer 5th August 2023

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Reviewed by Allen 1st July 2023

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Reviewed by Mark 24th June 2023

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Reviewed by Meryl 17th June 2023

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Solid comfortable house in a quiet location overlooking fields & fells yet only a 10 min walk into Keswick. Advantages are the plentiful car parking & garden. Slight disadvantages are that the kitchen, tho spacious, is limited in pots & pans and there is no clothes line / airer. The main bedroom has a superking size bed but its en suite is dated coRead morempared to the modern bathroom for the other rooms. Twin bed room brighter & bigger than double. Overall a great place to stay, wed love to return. Hide

Reviewed by Mark 10th June 2023

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Great location, spacious, clean and very restful Really good weeks holiday

Reviewed by Jean 27th May 2023

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This property is very well equipped and comfortable and should we return to Keswick in the future we will certainly re-book.

Reviewed by Caryl 13th May 2023

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Our 5th stay at this clean , comfortable property in a lovely peaceful location . As on previous visits the car stayed on the drive all week and we walked from the door . The garden looks beautiful at this time of year and we enjoyed sitting outside when we returned from our walks . Carole the housekeeper looks after this property very well . We haRead moreve already booked to return . Hide

Reviewed by Jean 17th March 2023

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Reviewed by Sue 4th March 2023

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This is a lovely property. It is in a great location with lovely views, very peaceful and yet only a short walk into Keswick. The beds and sofas are very comfortable and the house was very warm which was great as it was very cold outside. However the TV is a bit small and the welcome pack was poor

Reviewed by Elizabeth 14th February 2023

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We visit the lakes a lot and this was a lovely, comfortable & clean house in an excellent location. There were five of us and there was plenty of room. Everything was spotless. Great view from the house and a ten minute walk into the Centre of town so no need to take the car. We loved it, wish I could live there forever!

Reviewed by Caryl 14th January 2023

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Our 4th stay at Highbank and that really says it all. As on previous visits the car stayed on the drive all week and we walked from the door of this clean , comfortable , well located property . As an added bonus we had a week of blue sky and bright Winter sun on the snowy fells . It was as if we were walking through a picture postcard . Thank yoRead moreu to Carole the housekeeper . We have already booked to return . Caryl & Paul Hide

Reviewed by Caryl 19th November 2022

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Our third stay in this clean , comfortable property. ( We have already booked to return in 2023 ) A spacious , well equipped house in a peaceful location but within walking distance of the centre of Keswick. As on our previous visits the car stayed on the drive all week and we walked from the door . At this time of year entry time is after sunset sRead moreo we found a torch useful . We enjoyed our stay - thank you . Caryl & Paul Hide

Reviewed by Richard 22nd October 2022

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Fantastic location and comfortable stay.

Reviewed by Christine 8th October 2022

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Fabulous house, stunning views and only a short walk into the centre of town.

Reviewed by Gillian 1st October 2022

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Everything was fine

Reviewed by Christine 24th September 2022

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Very comfortable well equipped house in quiet location. Very comfortable beds. Sky TV a real bonus. Easy short stroll into Keswick. Fell walking from the house. Nice gardens to sit in and off road parking. Perfect holiday home.

Reviewed by Clare 17th September 2022

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Reviewed by Lesley 10th September 2022

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Highbank is a comfortable,spacious and clean property,with just a short stroll into Keswick town centre it is the ideal location place for us,we've been to Highbank twice now and have already booked for 2023!

Reviewed by Sheila 3rd September 2022

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the cottage is in an excellent location very quiet its very comfortable and we enjoyed our time there very much

Reviewed by Jane 30th July 2022

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This is the 2nd year weve stayed at Highbank - its an attractive , spacious house for 3 couples . Spotlessly clean and tidy . We love the light, sunny living room with its 3 comfortable sofas . Location is great . We dont use our car at all as we can easily walk into Keswick with its fantastic choice of restaurants and pubs or walk round Derwent WaRead moreter and up onto the fells. A good bus service from the town and the water ferries allow you to explore further . Highly recommend it! Hide

Reviewed by Lisa 23rd July 2022

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The cottage was so comfy and the beds were the best we've ever had.... Very spacious bright and airy... thank you for a wonderful week.

Reviewed by Alan 2nd July 2022

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Reviewed by Robert 25th June 2022

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Good sized property in a great location. Well equiped and comfortable for 6 people.

Reviewed by Caryl 21st May 2022

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Our second stay at this clean , comfortable , well equipped property . ( We have already booked to return . ) The house, with lovely gardens , is in a peaceful location within walking distance of Keswick centre. The car stayed on the drive all week . Thank you , we enjoyed our stay . Recommend Casa Bella for an evening meal ( book ! ) and the PaRead moreck Horse which does a very good fish & chips / scampi & chips lunch . Hide

Reviewed by Judith 14th May 2022

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Great location and lovely gardens.

Reviewed by John 7th May 2022

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A lick of paint would improve things considerably & the main bathroom shower needs attention - the water temperature fluctuates wildly. Otherwise well positioned, comfortable & well equipped - mind you there were only 2 of us. And, for the Lake District, it was well cleaned!

Reviewed by Andrew 23rd April 2022

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1st time at Highbank, a very comfortable and well equipped house, location is quiet and good for starting hikes from (we did Lonscale Fell from there, and Walla Crag is very close by). Great views, Grisedale Pike & Barrow of the Coledale Round dominate the view from the lounge. It is 10 to 15 mins walk into the centre of Keswick which was ideal forRead more us but maybe a struggle if you are less mobile. The large porch is great for storing walking boots, poles etc. We will definitely use Highbank again, Hide

Reviewed by Melba 16th April 2022

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