Guests say
Cat Bells offers a superb central location in Penrith with convenient parking and easy access to local amenities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen and renovated bathroom. While the property is clean and functional, several reviews mention that it is dated and would benefit from refurbishment, particularly the furniture and windows. WiFi can be unreliable, and some maintenance issues have been noted. Despite these points, many guests would consider returning due to the excellent location and overall value.
The property is generally clean, with guests noting clean bedding and kitchen areas. However, some reviews mention musty smells, dust on skirting boards, and areas needing a deep clean, indicating room for improvement.
The location is highly praised, with guests highlighting its central position, proximity to shops and Derwentwater, and the benefit of a designated parking space.
Comfort is mixed; while the lounge is described as comfortable and the space is appreciated, several guests mention tired furnishings, sagging beds, and dated decor.
Facilities are adequate, with a well-equipped kitchen and renovated bathroom. However, issues such as unreliable WiFi, ageing furniture, maintenance concerns, and outdated appliances are frequently mentioned.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Within walking distance of Derwentwater and the fells, this first floor apartment is ideally placed for exploring all the Lake District has to offer.. 9 steps to entrance.
All on the
First Floor:
Living room: 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Electric Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. . Terrace (shared with other apartments on-site). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There are drops at the front of the property care to be taken with young children.. Catbells, one of 3 holiday apartments, is on the first floor and comprises a living room, kitchen/diner, bedroom, bathroom and a parking space immediately opposite. Situated just off the main thoroughfare, opposite the world renowned ‘George Fishers’ climbing shop, with all amenities to hand. A 10 minute stroll along Lake Road and through the beautifully manicured gardens of Hope Park lead down to Derwentwater, with regular launch trips around the lake and numerous dropping off points. There is parking nearby and once parked up, your car need never leave its space.
The fells are accessible from the door and in the evenings the nearest bars and restaurants are within 75 yards. The apartments are accessed via several steps and are spacious, very comfortably furnished, well equipped and have the benefit of Wi-Fi and a shared terrace. Beach 25 miles. Shop 100 yards, pub and restaurant 50 yards.
Catbells can be booked together with Skiddaw (UK1083) and Blencathra (UK1084) to accommodate up to 8 guests.
Free WiFi
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
There are drops in the garden.
One or several floors are accessed by external stairs.
There are steps to the property.
Nearby points of interest
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Wastwater Lake
Reviews (11)
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Confirmed Guest
Cat Bells is in a great location but is suffering from neglect. On arrival, there is a broken bench by the front door, with unswept leaves. The bathroom is in the best shape; looks like it has been renovated recently, but there is mould around the bath seal. The bath can't be used as the tap has been sealed off and drips continually - a waste of water. The kitchen is passable - button to open the microwave doesn't work well. All the PAT testing certificates are over a year out of date and the one on the washing machine is blank....Lounge is comfortable and a decent TV but like other rooms, isn't very clean - there is thick dust on the skirting boards. Bedroom OK - bed sags but that was OK for me. I knew some of these shortcomings when I booked, but it was reasonably priced and well located and there wasn't much else available. However, I will be coming back with more notice and I think there is better in Keswick for a little more money. It's a shame as it could be fabulous if looked after and renovated - new windows at the front are also desperately needed.
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David Allison
Light floods throughout apartment nice to have a designated parking bay ,short walk to all pubs and shops .
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Confirmed Guest
Fantastic location, short walk to Derwentwater, in the centre of Keswick .Accommodation was OK for what we needed as it was only used as a base however it is in desperate need of some TLC (and a good deep clean) - decor is very tired, there is moss/grass growing out of the window frames in the living area, broken kitchen utensils (tongs with only one handle!), fire that didn't work when plugged in (which was probably a blessing as we then discovered the PAT testing sticker on the plug which had expired 12 months ago) and the WiFi was very unreliable - not a major issue for us however as 4/5G signal is not great, I wouldn't recommend if you have kids who need to be connected to their devices.I appreciate that we paid for the location and we weren't expecting luxury but felt that the property was rather 'unloved'