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James' Retreat (was12 Elm Court)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Derwentwater
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Non smoking

Explore the area

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Keswick
  • Place, Derwent Pencil Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Derwentwater
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Hope Park
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

James' Retreat (was12 Elm Court)

A ground floor apartment with level access making it convenient for those who struggle with stairs.. Ground Floor:

Living/dining room: 48" TV, TV, DVD Player, Record Player

Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer

Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, fuel, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Parking for 1 car. Visit England 4 Star.. Situated on the fringe of Keswick town centre, Elm Court is part of the ever popular Howrah’s Court development in Keswick. These luxurious apartments offer the best of both worlds, a quiet location yet with all amenities on the doorstep. James’ Retreat is on the ground floor, with level access, convenient for visitors with mobility problems. The apartment has stylish contemporary furnishings and provides very spacious accommodation for couples. It is equally suitable for those arriving on public transport, being only 400 yards from the bus station and there is a private parking space if travelling by car. Shop, pub and restaurant 400 yards.

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Suitable for up to 1 pet
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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8872059ha
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Keswick

Keswick is home to this cottage. Derwent Pencil Museum and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Keswick Climbing Wall and Raw War Paintball Games. Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre and Womenrock are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Derwent Pencil Museum - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Puzzling Place - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Derwentwater - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hope Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Theatre By The Lake - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 25 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wild Strawberry - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Kingfisher - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Back Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is James' Retreat (was12 Elm Court) pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at James' Retreat (was12 Elm Court)?

As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at James' Retreat (was12 Elm Court) on Nov 28, 2026 start from $233, including 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 James' Retreat (was12 Elm Court)?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at James' Retreat (was12 Elm Court)?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is James' Retreat (was12 Elm Court) located?

Situated in Keswick, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Derwent Pencil Museum, The Puzzling Place, and Hope Park. Derwentwater and Crosthwaite Church are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Moss

Great location.

Great location. Close to all amenities and walking/cycling routes. Cosy warm apartment . Christmas tree a nice touch - as we went in December
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Patrick Rushgrove

E

Excellent accommodation in great location with the bonus of parking
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jean Pechartscheck

The bed could do with a thicker mattress and it felt like the springs had gone in the setter in the

The bed could do with a thicker mattress and it felt like the springs had gone in the setter in the living room.The living room could do with brightening up, as it does not get much light, it was a little dreary.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Had a lovely stay highly recommended.

Had a lovely stay highly recommended. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

R

The accommodation was excellent in lots of ways, location, convenient and lots of attention given in

The accommodation was excellent in lots of ways, location, convenient and lots of attention given inside the property. The only issue we had was the cleanliness! Unfortunately due to co-vid we weren’t allowed into the property until later, so extra cleaning could take place but unfortunately we would say wasn’t the best, mostly in the kitchen( cutlery, bread bin, nest of tables in the lounge) Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Convenient for the amenities of Keswick, and suitable for walks from the front door.

Convenient for the amenities of Keswick, and suitable for walks from the front door. Well appointed and warm. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

D

We had a wonderful stay at James Retreat, central for all walks and shopping, we will be booking aga

We had a wonderful stay at James Retreat, central for all walks and shopping, we will be booking again for next year 2021. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Our 3rd visit to James Retreat and our 7th to the apartments in the complex.

Our 3rd visit to James Retreat and our 7th to the apartments in the complex. James Retreat is clean, spacious, warm and cosy for the Lake District in Autumn. So convenient you can just leave the car for a week if you want to with the bus 2 minutes away and plenty of walks to hand. Knowing Keswick so well there are plenty of options to eat out if you wish. Due to Covid we didn't this time, but the apartment has everything you would require to eat in. However it would be nice to have a measuring jug in the kitchen too. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tim

L

Lovely location and apartment was brilliant for us  Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Butler

Cottage and surrounding amenities were as per advertisement which why a score of 10 issued for each

Cottage and surrounding amenities were as per advertisement which why a score of 10 issued for each question. I/we would definately recommend hiring this cottage :) Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

A Beautiful dog friendly apartment with lots of space , the kitchen was well equipped ( could have

A Beautiful dog friendly apartment with lots of space , the kitchen was well equipped ( could have done with a pint glass though ) . Excellent location with a very short walk into Keswick , and lots of longer walks can be found right on the doorstep . We will definitely be staying there again ( in fact we have booked for Christmas 2021 ) . Very clean and comfortable . Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Lovely property, very close to the town centre, had everything we needed for a relaxing break.

Lovely property, very close to the town centre, had everything we needed for a relaxing break.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

The apartment, being dog friendly was well-equipped including washing machine and dishwasher and all

The apartment, being dog friendly was well-equipped including washing machine and dishwasher and all cutlery and crockery. Supermarkets and local shops a couple of minutes walk away and plenty of restaurants, cafes and bars to suit every taste. Lake approx 10 mins walk and local park (ideal for letting dog have a run about) not far either. A real home from home.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Frankie

It's not a cottage.

It's not a cottage. It's a flat which was very clean but it was in the middle of a lot of other people. We had our dog with us and the accommodation rules said we couldn't have her in the bedroom but as she is blind and deaf, she relies on knowing where we are and she is used to sleeping in our room so we had to defy that rule. She sleeps on the floor in her bed in any case. There are gardens around for her but again, these were public spaces and there are NO dog bins anywhere. We had to put the poo-bags by the car and collect them when we went out. There is no rubbish collection and although we were instructed to recycle there were no recycling bins close by. The instructions in the welcome book could have been clearer on this, I think. Keswick is breathtakingly beautiful, surrounded by hills and 100's of walks for even the most inexperienced walkers. Most restaurants, shops, and pubs are dog-friendly and dog water bowls were outside almost every shop. Podgy Paws rents out a dog pushchair which we rented for our dog as she is old and doesn't walk far these days (but we still do!) so that came in handy for the 10-mile circular walk around Derwent Water. The walk was a bit hairy in places with the pushchair but we made it! Also, parked at Under Skiddaw car park for the short trek to Latrigg viewing point overlooking Keswick and Derwent Water and another lake. Spectacular views and we stayed up there for over an hour soaking up the hot sun (I know!! What a treat that was!) and enjoying the view and watching the fighter jets flying below us. Tarn Hows and Buttermere Lake walks were also highly recommended and beautiful.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Ruth

Overall this apartment was good.

Overall this apartment was good. Kitchen equipment from crockery to electrical equipment was excellent. I feel the owner has put a lot of effort into furnishing and equiping but sadly has been let down a little as the bed was king size and the duvet was just a double. Lots of dirt/dust behind bed and a good layer on bedside lamps. In an ideal world the cleaners should have more time to clean inbetween lettings.Also, I think it is diabolical to make a charge per person for towels when paying top end price for one bedroom apartment. I have never had to pay for towels before.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Lovely clean warm apartment beautifully decorated with a superb modern kitchen and bathroom.

Lovely clean warm apartment beautifully decorated with a superb modern kitchen and bathroom. Perfectly situated close to the town centre with it's pubs and restaurants yet very quiet. Very handy for the bus; we hardly needed to use the car. The dog would have appreciated a rug in the lounge but I can understand why there isn't one. Overall a great place to stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John

Lovely apartment.

Lovely apartment. Very clean, warm and comfortable. A lot larger than you would imagine. Beautiful bathroom and kitchen with everything one needs. Only downside we had was a note left on the door from a “resident” who complained about dog dirt on the communal area. The dog dirt in question was already there when we arrived on Monday afternoon. Any dog dirt deposited by our dog was picked up and disposed off immediately. Unfortunately, as is always the case, the note was anonymous and left us with no means of redress or explanation. We normally book accommodation that has a private garden and with hindsight we should have followed our normal practice. We certainly will in future. It will not deter us from booking through Cumbrian Cottages as we have done so for many years without any issues, but it will not be James Retreat or any similar accommodation.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Lovely, spotlessly clean cottage in a very good location.

Lovely, spotlessly clean cottage in a very good location.Pet friendly but they arw not alloud on the furniture or in the bedroom,only mentioning this as in a lot of cases dogs are used to sleeping in the bedroom with there owners. We were ok as my little dog is caged at night which we took it with us as well as some throws but might be a problem for some guests and especially with your pet being in a strange place.I didn't notice this policy before I booked. I would definitely recommend this apartment and we hope to return in the near future .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Would recommend a stay at this apartment.

Would recommend a stay at this apartment. Spotlessly clean and very well equipped. Just a short stroll from the main street. On-site parking a bonus.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

V

Very good rental property nice and clean everything you needed good sized tv,but does need new toaster
From a partner site

8/10 Good

David

Excellent centre for walking.

Excellent centre for walking. Weather was ideal. Accommodation was A1. Looking forward to next year
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pat

A

Absolutely excellent throughout
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jean

L

Lovely clean apartment great location and comfortable
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

mark

A great place to stay with everything you need right on your doorstep.

A great place to stay with everything you need right on your doorstep.we would definitely recommend this apartment.

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