Guests say
Doddick Beck offers a cosy and peaceful retreat in a stunning Lake District location, ideal for walkers and those seeking tranquillity. Guests consistently praise the beautiful views, easy access to Keswick, and the cottage’s welcoming atmosphere. While the property is compact and well-equipped for short stays, some guests noted minor maintenance issues and challenges with the oven and shower. Cleanliness is generally good, though a few reviews mention pet hair. Overall, the cottage provides a charming base for exploring the area, with most guests enjoying their stay and expressing a desire to return.
Most guests found the cottage clean and welcoming, with fresh sheets and towels. However, several reviews mention dog hair on the sofa and carpet, and a need for a deeper clean in some areas.
The location is highly praised for its peace, stunning views, and proximity to Keswick and local walks. Guests consistently highlight the beautiful setting as a major positive.
The cottage is described as cosy and comfortable for two, with a good bed and heating. Some guests found the bed small and the shower cramped, but these were minor issues for most.
Facilities are generally adequate, with a well-equipped kitchen and heating. However, guests reported difficulties with the oven, unclear instructions, minor maintenance issues, and a lack of a welcome folder or first aid kit.
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
Doddick Beck is ideally positioned for couples to either relax surrounded by all of the Northern Lake District beauty or the base to explore its peaks, Lakes and local shops.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV
Kitchen: Electric Hob, Combi Microwave/Oven/Grill, Fridge, Freezer
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. . 1 dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Perfectly positioned with exceptional views onto the Blencathra range, Great Mell Fell and Clough Head, with excellent walks directly from the door. Set in the hamlet of Guardhouse, close to Threlkeld and Keswick, just off the A66, it has a picturesque River Glenderamackin running through it, with peaceful countryside walks from your door.
The area is famous for spotting red squirrels, fed by the locals; these indigenous creatures are often seen scurrying through the branches and in and around the garden. Adjacent is Keswick Golf Club, so if you fancy a round while you’re away, you couldn’t be much closer. The quaint hamlet of Scales with a local pub is just ¾ mile, a 20-minute walk along a signposted footpath across fields or 1½ miles by road. The village of Threlkeld with two well-known gastro pubs offer great food and local cask ales are a 1¾ mile walk along a scenic footpath by the river. You are just 5 miles from the vibrant Lake District town of Keswick, which is brimming with great restaurants, pubs serving local craft ales, an excellent range of shopping experiences and some memorable tourist attractions. If you fancy something a bit different, then why not visit The Derwent Pencil Museum, home to the world’s largest pencil. Also within easy reach is Puzzling Place, which is full of mind-boggling optical illusions.
If you like culture, you could try the Theatre by The Lake, with its enviable position on the shores of Derwentwater, which offers award-winning performances in drama and arts. If you like walking or cycling, you are surrounded by some of the most challenging fells in the area, there are many easier walking routes for people who like sightseeing without the strain. Keswick is at the northern end of Derwentwater, one of the area’s iconic lakes, and offers a great base and starting point for your adventures. You can tick off a few of Wainwright’s 214 Lakeland Fells, including Skiddaw, Blencathra and Helvellyn within a few miles.
Scaley Beck (Ref UK39151) can be booked together with Doddick Beck (Ref UK39153) to accommodate up to 6 guests.
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Wastwater Lake
Reviews (13)
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Brian Higgins
The only problem with this place is that you cannot contact any one. When we arrived we had no hot water Mobile phone signal is weak no contact number for owner. Seems like you can only get help by contacting Cottages. com who pass a message on. Also must point out T.V. in living area IS COMING AWAY FROM THE WALL, the remote control for the bedroom seems to need new batteries.
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Confirmed Guest
We had a lovely stay at Doddick Beck. The location is fabulous and, although it is compact, it has everything you need. Everything was very clean and welcoming. The only negative we found was that, due to the sloping floor of the old barn, the bed was downhill. Nothing we couldn’t cope with, but maybe the furniture in the bedroom could be rearranged. Very minor niggle though and we would definitely stay again.
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Matthew Smith
A great place to stay. Rural but close enough to Keswick and Penrith etc. The cottage is small but good enough for what we needed. Could do with a deep clean and a refresh but the sheets and towels were all crisp and perfect its just the little things need sorting. No tin opener so went and bought one. Other folk saying cooked hard to use. It is not. I just checked the manual online and we very simple. We did not have to faff with gates as others have so that was a bonus. All in all a great place and with a but of work would be amazing thanks.