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Birchgate - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4107.6 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer

Explore the area

Map
Central Keswick
    Keswick Museum and Art Gallery
    6 min walk
    Hope Park
    10 min walk
    The Puzzling Place
    10 min walk
    Carlisle (CAX)
    56 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Spaces

About this property

Birchgate - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

As you enter the property you will be greeted by the well equipped fully fitted kitchen diner with dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, microwave and electric oven and hob. A farmhouse table and chairs complete this traditionally decorated room. Under stair storage provides plenty of room for boots and coats.

The pretty lounge has a comfortable two seater sofa and two easy chairs, Smart TV and an open fire perfect for those cosy nights in!

Upstairs, the double bedroom has a king size bed and is beautifully furnished with cottage bedding and matching pine furniture - room for a cot if required.

The charming twin bedroom has two single beds, pine furniture and a lovely decorative feature fireplace. Both bedrooms will be dressed in luxury linen and towels for your arrival.

The bathroom is traditional with w.c., wash basin, bath with shower over, airing cupboard and is fully tiled.

Outside to the front is an enclosed garden, equipped with dining furniture and chiminea. Outdoor cushions and lantern are provided for your enjoyment. To the rear there is another small south facing garden with more dining furniture and private parking for one car.

The cottage is situated in a very quiet row of cottages with no through traffic passing.Towels and bed linen and provided. Wi-fi is available at the cottage free of charge.

Amenities

Washer
Pet friendly
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Keswick

Located in Keswick, this cottage is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Derwentwater and Lodore Falls. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Keswick Climbing Wall or Newlands Adventure Centre.
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Central Keswick

What's nearby

  • Cumberland Pencil Museum - 13 min walk
  • Theatre By The Lake - 14 min walk
  • Derwentwater - 15 min walk
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle - 3 min drive
  • Lodore Falls - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 20 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chief Justice of the Common Pleas - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Keswickian Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Wainwright - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Gun - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Woodstone Pizza & Flame Grill - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Birchgate - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Birchgate - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birchgate - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Birchgate - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Keswick Museum and Art Gallery and Derwentwater. Hope Park and The Puzzling Place are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Our 10th year at Birchgate, returning every year and now for 2 weeks.
A lovely cosy cottage not far from the centre of Keswick. Recently refurbished and the colour scheme changed to green. It has been updated without losing the cosy nature of the cottage. Has everything you need for a wonderful stay. Keswick Cottages staff are very helpful, professional and friendly and we wouldn't stay anywhere else in the Lake District. 10 out of 10 as always. Already booked again for 2025.
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay
We had a lovely short break at Birchgate. It is very cosy and the open fire was great. Short walk into Keswick centre too. Would recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay
Had a perfect week. Beautiful location just a short walk into central Keswick. Easy directions right to the parking space! Good communication throughout, clean and tidy, fluffy towels, sharp knives- a well equipped property. Big thanks to housekeeping staff.
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10/10 Excellent

Mid week stay
We have stayed at Birchgate many times over the years. On our last visit the property needed updating and redecoration. This has been carried out to a high standard and as a result we were extremely impressed and as a family had an excellent time. As usual excellent service from Keswick Cottages and we will definitely be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Birchgate
We had a lovely stay at Birchgate. The cottage is really well equipped, especially the kitchen. It is cosy and warm. The cottage was spotless and tidy. Great to have parking and an enclosed garden. The location is great, right next to the park and the town centre. Loads of walks without having to take the car anywhere. We and our dog loved it and hope to stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Fantastic break
We had a fantastic stay in this lovely cottage which is in a perfect location in central Keswick. The cottage was spacious, very comfortable with everything we needed for a great stay. Would recommend!
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10/10 Excellent

Birchgate Keswick
Have stayed many times before - a comfortable and cosy cottage with parking and close to Keswick centre. Plenty of walks from the door too. There were some dog hairs as pets are allowed. Overall, well equipped and furnished.
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10/10 Excellent

Stay at Birchgate
We arrived at the property and where impressed with its close location to the centre of Keswick. The property is access by vehicle down a narrow lane. Reverse parking into the bay outside the property is advised this will make entry into and exit from the bay easier. The ground floor was accessed via the kitchen and very nice it is. It is also the eating area. Upstairs the bath was a lovely after a days walking. The bed was most comfortable also. We had a lovely stay and would stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Quiet, comfortable and well equipped
Quiet location but still very convenient for the centre of town (less than 10 minutes walk). Well equipped kitchen. The bedrooms are conformable with plenty of storage. Front room well furnished and comfortable. Overall an excellent holiday cottage.
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8/10 Good

2nd time at Birchgate
Second time at Birchgate. Is very near to town centre and the lovely Fitz park so ideal location and there is a parking slot outside which is a bonus in Keswick. The kitchen is large and has all the necessary equipment although a small freezer box wouldn’t be amiss. The cottage is cosy although could do with a little tlc. The bathroom is a good size but could do with a little cosmetic attention, also the water won’t stay in sink and the water pressure for shower is poor and changes from hot to cold, The double bed is uncomfortable but that may be personal preference. Like I said this was a return visit but mainly due to location.
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10/10 Excellent

Neil S.

Great week with super weather
Excellent location with parking on site. Good accommodation, but bathroom probably needs some attention.
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10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Lovely cottage
Lovely comfortable cottage with private parking close to town centre.Kitchen is well equipped with everything you need. Would definitely stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent cottage close to town and well equipped
Our family of four (with 3 year old and 8 month old baby) loved our stay in this lovely cottage which was a bit larger than we were expecting. Having a parking spot on the drive is invaluable in the busy Keswick residential area and helped with quick hops in and out of the car if it was raining with the kids. The kitchen is very good, clean and well equipped. Super to have a dishwasher and good washer-dryer. Lounge nice and comfortable, good smart TV. Beds comfortable and bathroom a good size for kids bathtime. Would stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect Location
Had another great stay at Birchgate, been coming here for over 10 years now, so convenient for the town centre and as a base for enjoying the Lakes.
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8/10 Good

Another stay with Keswick Cottages
We enjoyed our stay at Birchgate Cottage, very comfortable clean and tidy. I did ring the office to say that the carpet area at the bottom of the stairs was very dirty they would have sent somone to clean but as it did not affect us we were happy to leave it . All in all a very enjoyable week. Parking space a bonus in Keswick!
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6/10 Okay

Week in Keswick
The cottage is in a great location although parking space tight for a large car. The week we stayed one of the hottest ever so not happy that none of the downstairs windows or bathroom opened as locked and painted shut. Unable to have a good shower as pressure poor and temperature went from boiling hot to cold by itself . Lovely cottage but needs a bit of tlc and maintenance.
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8/10 Good

Doggie hols
Our elderly dog loved it, especially as there were large rugs on the laminate flooring so she didn’t slip. The location was perfect for her and loved her jaunts to the park opposite to watch for rabbits! The lake was within walking distance for her too.
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10/10 Excellent

Cosy winter break.
Well equipped cottage, lovely and warm with the log fire.Being ancient ourselves we found the tv very difficult to operate.
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10/10 Excellent

Brilliant house
Loved every minute, well equipped with everything you need, loved the log fire, lovely and warm, comfy beds, great location by park and into Keswick. Very quiet on a night. Enclosed garden for dogs. Even did my washing before we came home. Great customer service. Very impressed
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8/10 Good

Joanne M.

Quaint cottage in excellent location
Lovely location . Very easy for town centre and walks to Braithwaite and Walla cragg from door . Very comfortable bed and warm and cosy inside . Every amenity you could ask for .. except microwave dishes . The curtains in the main bedroom are tired as is some of the deco and they let in the light from the security light on the neighbours yard opposite so until you get used to it .. not a good nights sleep .. carpets need a deep clean or replaced and there were for my liking a bit too many ornaments in the main bedroom and windowsills that could easily break . Off road parking a bonus and quiet at night .
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8/10 Good

Nikki W.

Little gem in the centre
We have used Keswick Cottages a couple of times now and their customer service is second to none. They are so knowledgeable on all their properties . Birchgate was ideal fir what we needed, a little base walking distance to Keswick over Christmas. It had the essentials needed, parking with enclosed garden for the pup. The lovely open fire was n added bonus. Would sty here again for sure.
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10/10 Excellent

julie s.

Lovely
Our third time in this house, it is really cozy, clean and just a minute's walk to the centre. Quiet too.
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8/10 Good

An excellent base for exploring the Lakeland fells
Perfect for a couple or young family - 4 adults might find the accommodation a bit cramped. Not sure how warm the property would be for a Winter stay. As usual in an older property a little TLC would not go amiss in a few places but this in no way detracted from our stay.

8/10 Good

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in Keswick
Ideal location for walks in and around Keswick. The cottage was perfect for the two of us with the added advantage of off road parking.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

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