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Riverside Cottage Borrowdale - Nr Grange - just 4 miles from Keswick

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Riverside from our Cottage Garden
Riverside's Private Jetty- need we say more !!
While away the day far from the madding crowd .. Patio overlooking the river
Harris Tweed and leather sofa's . Facing our 55 inch Samsung the Frame TV
large kitchen and dinning room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Main bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Shower Room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Riverside Cottage Borrowdale - Nr Grange - just 4 miles from Keswick

Location-Location-Location - Riverside sits on its own private bank of the river Derwent with steps leading down to a jetty . Nestled just below the famous jaws of Borrowdale and within Wainwrights favourite square mile in England's prettiest valley with 360 degree mountain views. A myriad of high and low level walks from the door - Various hotels and cafes within reasonable walking distance . Off road gated parking for up to 2 cars .
Abundant wild life with deer -the occasional otter - rarer red squirrel ( not recently ) and very fast Kingfishers...
Many weeks are taken by returning guests - some who visit bi annually.
For 2025 1 couple will be spending their 21 st year with us .
Just Look at the Pictures!!!!! And book early . Our 2025 calendar is filling up ... Bookings being taken for 2026 ..
Please note our cancelation Policy is better than stated .
We will give a full refund at any time subject to us being able to re-let (less a £50 administration fee)
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Supervision may be needed by deep pond + river .

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Events

No events allowed

Owners House on site - therefore not suitable

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Strictly no smoking cottage or grounds .

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

We ask for you to leave Riverside in the same condition as found.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

We welcome a maximum of 4 people . A couple may invite two friends over . But if 4 of you ,we ask you to meet and entertain else where .

Car Parking - Riverside has 2 reserved spaces only - no trailers . Addition vehicles will have to use public car park 100 yards away.

We do not let the property to smokers or vapers even if they say they will smoke off site . We live on the same site 40 metres away. See aerial view.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8140408
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Owners House on site - therefore not suitable
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Keswick

Located in Keswick, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Theatre By The Lake and Derwent Pencil Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Castlerigg Stone Circle and Mirehouse & Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre and Womenrock. Kayaking and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing nearby.
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Grange-In-Borrowdale, Near Keswick

What's nearby

  • beach near Park Neb - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Derwentwater - 6 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Lodore Falls - 7 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Bowder Stone - 9 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Catbells Lakeland Walk - 21 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 28 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wainwright Pub - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Crooked River Tap - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Hope - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Lingholm Kitchen - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Round - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Cottage Borrowdale - Nr Grange - just 4 miles from Keswick pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Cottage Borrowdale - Nr Grange - just 4 miles from Keswick?

As of May 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Cottage Borrowdale - Nr Grange - just 4 miles from Keswick on Jun 13, 2026 start from CA $297, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Cottage Borrowdale - Nr Grange - just 4 miles from Keswick?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside Cottage Borrowdale - Nr Grange - just 4 miles from Keswick?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverside Cottage Borrowdale - Nr Grange - just 4 miles from Keswick located?

This family-friendly Keswick cottage is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lodore Falls, Derwentwater, and Bowder Stone. Catbells Lakeland Walk is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Suzanne U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house in beautiful location!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
all great
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property in beautiful location and great hosts.

F.inished to a very high standard and well equipped. Perfect location for exploring the Lakes.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay at Jonathons property and how we look forward to our third. The quiet location, by a magical stream facing the mountains of Cumbria is devastatingly beautiful. I cannot emphasise enough just how tranquil, relaxing and mesmerising the natural beauty is. It's like something straight out of 'Wind in the Willows'. Jonathon is a gracious and friendly host who will bend over backwards to ensure your stay is as comfortable as possible. There are walking trails beginning right in front of the property and it's only a short drive to Keswick, a bustling market town with an excellent selection of shops, cafes and bars. The cottage itself is, whilst period stone on the outside, fully fitted with all mod cons on the inside. A well equipped kitchen with dishwasher and washing machine, a log fireplace and a modern central heating system that keeps the place warm and dry, even on the wettest days. We had a marvellous stay and highly recommend it for others.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 20, 2026
Thank you so much . Your review make's me feel like visiting myself .... Look forward to seeing you all again.
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10/10 Excellent

Stuart T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Cottage

The cottage is in great location for walking and accessing the Derwent water, if you have a Kayak. Fantastic views and a well equipt cosy cottage, We had a great stay I would recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic setting

Ideal cottage in a beautiful location. Really enjoyed our stay at riverside. Walks direct from the cottage and a place to rest and relax on return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal

Absolutely beautiful spot by the river, with the little bench and the sunrays. Everything possible thought of, complete kitchen, clean, neat and very tidy and did I mention how beautiful the location is...? We had a wonderful stay and I highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing cosy stay

The cottage is in a good location for walks and a short drive to Keswick, when we entered there was a lovely welcome pack in the kitchen for us and as soon as we unpacked we felt at home, having the river just out the back of the property was very nice as was the log burner.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Judith A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

J&Rattridge

Wonderful location, everything we hoped for.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Beautiful cottage - views of the mountains from every window and a river running behind. Great location with lots of walks straight from the front door. Cottage was warm, clean, well equipped and cosy. Lovely welcome pack on arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neville S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Borrowdale Bliss

Lovely cottage in idyllic location. Well appointed accommodation with many thoughtful items included to make your stay more comfortable and home from home. Friendly hosts and we would have no reservation in recommending to others.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 14, 2023
Thanks for your review . Hope to welcome you again in the future ..
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cosy and relaxing

The property is in a good location for walks and a short drive to Keswick, you can also get straight on the River from the back garden if you have a boat which we will do next stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Riverside Cottage

Just a beautiful cottage in a wonderful setting and we were lucky enough to spend the week there … everything you need in comfort .. the best welcome pack we have ever had .. Jonathon is a great host and made us feel very welcome .. we enjoyed being surrounded by nature in the cottage gardens and we loved sitting on the little patio which is perfect for watching the birdlife on the river go by. I highly recommend Riverside Cottage in the stunning area of Borrowdale.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Bronwen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

The cottage was beautiful and the surroundings were majestic. The house was wonderfully furnished and everything you could need was provided. Our host was lovely, he communicated what we needed to know and gave us great recommendations. We have recommended this property to the rest our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 15, 2024
Thank You for such positive feedback . Hope to welcome you again in the future .
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10/10 Excellent

Geoff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Riverside Cottage

Wonderful cottage set in the Borrowdale valley near Grange. Very nicely furnished and spotlessly clean. We enjoyed using the log burner (and free wood) for cosy evenings. The views of the garden and the river from every window were exceptional. You can enjoy countryside walks directly from here without using the car. Keswick and a whole host of things to do and see is just a few miles away. We wholeheartedly recommend this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice Jackson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gem of a cottage

Riverside is a comfortable, homely property in a stunning location. Situated right on the riverbank in beautiful Borrowdale, there was wildlife in abundance and lovely walks on the doorstep. The friendly owners provided a super welcome pack on arrival. We will definitely be returning in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home away from home

From the second you walk in, the thoughtfulness of the host is obvious. The house is extremely tidy, clean and organised yet full of the things that you need to live there. If you are staying for fell walks, the location is perfect. Easy drive to multiple setting off points such as Cat Bells and Scafell and also Keswick for food and shopping. The surroundings are so quiet with the river bubbling in the background. We will return for sure!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 22, 2024
Thank You so much . Look forward to seeing you next time .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in a stunning setting

Great communication prior to trip with owner who allowed us to park up early to get a walk in before check in. Lovely cottage with a kitchen that has everything you’re likely to need. Cosy lounge with dual fuel fire and enough room in the 2 double bed rooms for all your clobber. Plenty of birdlife to be seen from the comfort of your own lounge, including woodpeckers, nuthatches and treecreepers, amongst others. Johnathan and Jash make you feel at home and I would certainly recommend this cottage to friends and family, and the wider public.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing riverside property

We spent a very happy week in this gorgeous house - very well equipped and comfortable. The garden, including a lovely balcony overlooking the river, is beautiful and perfect for bird watching. My sons enjoyed the proximity to the river and swam/paddle boarded (in February...!) There were a few issues with fuses blowing during the weekend we arrived, but this was quickly sorted and we had no more problems for the remainder of our stay. Thank you, Jonathan, for sorting out these problems, and for sharing your lovely house. We would love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcella A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

It was very hard to leave at the end of week!! The setting and view was amazing - along the river with the mountains as a back drop. The beautiful garden going right down to the river invited us to spend many lazy, warm afternoons snoozing under the trees or watching the wildlife. Since the river is shallow we also braved the chilly water on several occasions to wade, swim and look for the minnows. We did several walks of various difficulties that could be started right from the cottage, no need to drive. The hosts were very welcoming, always available for questions or a friendly chat. Made us feel very comfortable. It was a perfect holiday cottage for the family!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 14, 2023
Thank You for such a nice message . Hope to see you all again in the near future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kris V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Prachtige omgeving

De eigenaars hebben er alles aan gedaan om het de gasten zo geriefelijk mogelijk te maken: alles ligt er netjes gekuist bij, er televisie, de keuken voorziet in alle moderne behoeften. Alleen het dubbele bed in de slaapkamer achteraan is wat krap als men thuis een groter bed gewoon is. Verder geen enkele negatieve opmerking. Het is een ideaal vertrekpunt om de omgeving te verkennen, zeker voor wandelaars.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding cottage, ideally situated, super clean, excellent hosts

Simply home from home. Log fire was amazing. Very thoughtful welcome pack, hosts on hand for anything you may need. One of the best places we’ve stayed in the the Lake District. Lovely walks from the door, outstanding grounds teeming with wildlife, quiet and secure. Highly recommend for up to 4 people.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Spencer V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Riverside Cottage

Fantastic property, location and owners. We had a fantastic time and would happily stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim L. L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

we'll be back

Beautiful location, fantastic property, great hosts. We've already booked a week next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had a very enjoyable holiday despite mixed weather. Great walking on the doorstep.

The property lived up the expectations, if anything the photos didn’t do justice to the property. Great garden and property setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 14, 2023
Thanks James Pleased to receive your review . Hope to see you again in the future.

About the host

Hosted by Jonathan

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Hello. My partner and I moved to beautiful Borrowdale after holidaying here since Childhood. It was a dream that came true after living in the Midlands for 39 years. I often still say to my children that I still cannot believe we live here.

Why they chose this property

Just look at our pictures!

What makes this property unique

Fantastic views, situated in the Jaws if Borrowdale (Wainwrights favourite square mile of the Lake District). Walks from the door ,5 hotels/restaurants between 2 and 15 minutes walk. Peacefully situated on the banks of the River Derwent with off road parking. On the main bus route to Keswick which is just 4 miles away. Immaculately clean and quality furnishings. A real cosy home from home.

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