Guests say
Swinside Cottage in Keswick is highly praised for its cleanliness, modern amenities, and prime location close to the town centre. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and thoughtful touches like Netflix and maps for walking. While parking can be challenging, the cottage's proximity to local attractions and the overall quality of the stay receive positive remarks.
Guests consistently commend the cottage for its immaculate condition upon arrival, with several reviews highlighting the cleanliness as a standout feature. The property is maintained to a high standard, contributing to the overall positive experience.
The cottage's location is frequently praised for being close to the centre of Keswick, with easy access to shops, cafes, and the lake. While parking is noted as a concern, the convenience of the location offsets this minor issue for most guests.
Comfort is a recurring theme in the reviews, with guests finding the beds comfortable and the cottage cosy. There is a single mention of uncomfortable pillows, but this does not detract significantly from the overall sentiment that the cottage provides a comfortable stay.
The cottage is well-equipped with high-quality appliances and thoughtful amenities like Netflix, which guests appreciate. However, there are suggestions for improvement such as a walk-in shower and better recycling facilities, indicating room for minor enhancements.
While guests mention thoughtful inclusions like maps and entertainment subscriptions, there are no specific references to gifts. Therefore, it is not possible to score this category accurately, and guests should not expect gifts as part of their stay.
About this property
Swinside is a traditional terraced Lakeland cottage located in the centre of the picturesque town of Keswick. Step inside and find one spacious bedroom with a king size bed and single bed with an additional single pull out bed beneath.Bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.There is a sitting room with dining area and kitchen. Swinside is a delightful property well equipped and furnished to a high standard. Suitable for couples or a family of three. Energetic guests may like to try conquering Latrigg, Skiddaw or Catbells. The jaws of the Borrowdale Valley are easily accessed on foot from Swinside Cottage. Others can enjoy a walk to the nearby Fitz park or the local pubs. A very welcoming property ideal for a couple or family to enjoy all the amenities which are within easy reach of the property.
The bustling market town of Keswick, a walkers paradise surrounded by stunning and spectacular scenery. The lower slopes of Skiddaw, Latrigg and the jaws of Borrowdale Valley are all within walking distance. Other beauty spots include Whinlatter Forest, Ashness Bridge, Surprise View and of course the shores of Derwentwater offering a wide variety of activities including boat hire and cruises. For the less active there are numerous shops, pubs, restaurants, museums and parks and of course The Theatre by the Lake. There really is something here for everyone.
Accommodation
One bedroom.
Bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.
Sitting room with dining area.
Kitchen.
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher washer/dryer.
Gas central heating.
TV, DVD player.
CD/radio.Wifi.
Power included in rent.
Bed linen included in the rent.
(Linen not provided for the pull-out bed).
Towels are supplied.
Roadside parking.
Travel Cot and highchair available.
No smoking.
Shops, pubs and restaurants and cinema 5 min walk
Nearby points of interest
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Wastwater Lake
Reviews (44)
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Charles
The cottage is ideal for us with everything we need. It is comfortable and very well equipped and in a great location. The only problem this time is that the shower screen leaks and water pools on the floor. We have reported this before and it was fixed but is now leaking again.
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Angelina
It was a comfortable place to stay and would definitely go back again.
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Tj
Would happily go again.