Guests say
Squirrel Lodge in Keswick offers a spacious environment with a well-equipped kitchen, cosy bedrooms, and an abundance of bathrooms, making it suitable for large groups. Its proximity to the town centre and the lakes is highly appreciated by guests. While some guests have concerns about heating and lounge space, the property's charm and location are often praised.
Most reviews do not mention cleanliness issues, suggesting that the property is generally well-kept. However, due to a lack of specific praise for cleanliness, the score reflects a generally good but not exceptional standard.
The location is consistently praised for its convenience to Keswick's town centre and the lakes, making it an ideal base for walking and shopping. The availability of parking is also noted positively.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the property warm, although there are some concerns about the lounge size and seating for larger groups. The attic rooms received negative comments, affecting the overall comfort score.
The property is well-equipped for large groups, with a good-sized dining area and kitchen utilities. However, some guests find the kitchen small for their needs, and there are mentions of maintenance issues and inadequate heating, which impacts the score.
While one review mentions a welcome gift of prosecco and chocolates, this is not a consistent theme across the reviews. As such, it cannot be guaranteed, and due to the lack of multiple references, the score is set to null.
About this property
Resting in the heart of Keswick, a popular Cumbrian town is Squirrel Lodge, an impressive, mid-terrace holiday home. Just paces away from a hub of activity, including a plethora of shops, eateries and attractions, Squirrel Lodge is well-positioned within the Lake District National Park, making it a fabulous base for a countryside getaway for a large family or a group of twelve friends. Park up roadside before making your way into your lovely new dwelling, ready to kickstart your getaway or celebratory holiday. Be welcomed into the tastefully-presented sitting room, complete with plush seating to sink into after a day of travelling. Locate the well-equipped kitchen, housing all the appliances to ease your self-catered stay, with a handy utility adjoining. Prepare delectable meals for your entire party, before gathering around the large dining table as the wine is poured and conversations flow. Retire to the first-floor snug for a peaceful nook, to unwind before heading to bed. Choose from a variety of elegant bedrooms spread across the first, second, and third floors, including a king-size and a double room, each with en-suites, a spacious super king-size (zip/link) with an en-suite, as well as a king-size and two twin rooms, one of which also enjoys the comfort of an en-suite. Awaken with a long soak or a refreshing shower before enjoying your morning coffee in the enclosed rear garden, the perfect spot for your furry companions to roam and play. Once you're ready to explore, head into Keswick to tour the local museum, be intrigued at the Derwent Pencil Museum, take to the lake by discovering the Keswick Canoe & Bushcraft experience, or simply enjoy a stroll alongside the water jetty, before dining out in the town, with a wide variety of eateries to select from. Grab your walking boots and head towards Ullswater, where you can discover the stunning landscape of Aira Force Waterfall or tour the grand grounds of Dalemain Mansion & Historic Gardens, whilst Blencathra is nearby, ready to summit. Be sure to stop off at the Bassenthwaite Lake National Nature Reserve, perfect for hiking, bird watching, and water sports, before appreciating the beauty of Lake Windermere, and its surrounding hidden gems and attractions, recommended to add to your itinerary. Enjoy a large group break at Squirrel Lodge.
The popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year. The town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf, excellent parks, the famous Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing and great mountain biking opportunities, whilst the beautiful lake of Derwentwater at the head of the stunning Borrowdale Valley is only a few minutes walk from the town centre. Nearby, between Braithwaite and Buttermere is the beautiful Newlands Valley, while picturesque Bassenthwaite Lake is well worth a visit. From a gentle countryside ramble to a challenging hike up Skiddaw or the famous Catbells, there really is something for everyone. Visit Castlerigg Stone Circle, the Jennings Brewery and Mirehouse, a grand house and gardens on the shores of the Bassenthwaite Lake, or take a fabulous boat trip around Derwentwater. With plenty of attractions for the kids, lovely parks and the nearby Lake District Wildlife Park this is a great Lakeland destination whatever the time of year.
Accommodation
Over 4 Floors.
First Floor: Bedroom 1: With double bed and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, Bedroom 2: With king-size bed and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Drying room with basin and WC.
Second Floor: Bedroom 3: With twin beds and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, Bedroom 4: With zip and link super-king-size bed (can be twin beds on request) and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Third Floor: Bedroom 5: With king-size bed.
Bedroom 6 with 2ft 6in twin beds.
Bathroom: With shower over bath, basin, and WC.
Separate downstairs cloakroom with WC.
Dining room
Gas central heating.
Kitchen: With electric oven, and 5 ring hob, Range, microwave, fridge and dishwasher.
Utility room: With fridge/freezer, tumble dryer and washing machine.
Living room: Freeview Smart TV and DVD/Blu-ray player and first-floor snug with Smart TV and DVD player.
WIFI.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Unallocated free parking is available on the surrounding roads of the property.
Front terraced garden with furniture, enclosed rear garden with furniture and a garage for lockable bike storage.
Two well behaved pets welcome.
Additional dogs accepted on request a charge of £30 per pet.
Pets not allowed on furniture or in beds.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.3, River Greta 1.5 miles, Derwent water 2 miles.
Note: No stag/hen or similar.
Note: There is a good housekeeping bond of £500.
Please note: bookings over the Christmas and New Year period must be a minimum of 4 nights and the owner cannot accommodate check in on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve or New Year’s Day
Nearby points of interest
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Wastwater Lake
Reviews (14)
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Barbara
Very convenient for the town centre, Fitz park and an ideal base to start walks from. Convenient having allocated parking as well as on street spaces. The property was nice and warm at all times and had everything we needed. Overall we all enjoyed our stay and would not hesitate to stay again.
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Tim
Ok, its in the centre of town which is is good but to offset the size we would expect a high standard of fit out and comfort. The beds are generally uncomfortable, the rooms are tight and the house was cold. The internet tv wouldn't play any of the channels, so on a wet afternoon it wasn't a very congenial place to hang out in. The house is oversold and doesn't really match up to the photos. Although as a rental its adequate, there is little joy in staying there. We had a good weekend despite the house's underwhelming contribution.
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Andrew
Kitchen is not big enough to reasonably cook a meal for 12 people.