Guests say
Stair Cottage in Keswick is highly praised for its beautiful location, high standard of furnishings, and the peaceful environment it offers. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, comfortable beds, and the added charm of wildlife views. The property's proximity to walks and local attractions is a highlight, with many guests looking forward to returning.
The majority of guests found Stair Cottage to be extremely clean, with meticulous covid measures in place. However, a few guests noted issues with shower cleanliness and housekeeping oversights, slightly affecting the overall impression.
The cottage's location is consistently lauded for its tranquillity and proximity to walks and nature. It is described as peaceful, with a stream running at the bottom of the garden, and is just a short drive from Keswick.
Guests report that the cottage is very comfortable, with fluffy pillows, a log burner, and a cosy atmosphere. The beds are comfortable, and the property is well-equipped for a relaxing stay.
Facilities are generally regarded as excellent, with a well-equipped kitchen and luxurious touches like a jacuzzi bath. However, some maintenance issues such as a broken TV in the bathroom and a need for retiling in the shower have been pointed out.
Guests have expressed gratitude for the thoughtful touches like a welcome hamper and complimentary items. While these are greatly appreciated, it should be noted that such gestures are subject to change and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Stair Cottage is a restored stone-built home offering luxury accommodation in the village of Stair, in the Newlands Valley.
Finished to the most exacting standards, this character cottage has lost none of its country feel during its high-end renovation, making it perfect for a small family or two couples looking to enjoy a luxurious Lake District holiday.
The ground floor allows you to cosy up by the wood burning stove and relax in the inviting furniture while looking out through the patio doors - that is if you can tear yourself away from the stunning open plan kitchen and dining area. The kitchen section has high-end amenities throughout and a large breakfast island, while light oozes into the beautifully modern furnishings of the dining room area, perfect for the finest of dinners. Upstairs are two sumptuous bedrooms, both with their own TV, with the master benefitting from its own free-standing bath as well as having a luxury en-suite shower room.
The gardens to the property are of a traditional country style, with space to the front and rear. The rear benefits from a small patio area and lawn with an immediate woodland outlook maintaining a relaxing privacy.
Stair is the principal settlement within the stunning Newlands Valley, making it an ideal starting point for a day's walking around the picturesque countryside and also playing host to the Valley's only pub The Swinside Inn, which serves great food and has a lovely open fire.
Just four miles on are the full amenities of the popular tourist town of Keswick. Multiple energetic activities are on offer crossing the range of hills between the Newlands Valley and Derwentwater, or at the nearby Newlands Adventure Centre, while the Newlands Valley is also the inspiration for the Beatrix Potter stories.
The Newlands Valley scenery is peaceful and breath-taking, and combined with the cottage's stunning standards this makes a perfect location for a small family or two couples to enjoy a luxury Lake District holiday.
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
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with king-size bed, TV, free-standing bath and en-suite shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC, 1 x double with TV.
Family bathroom with TV, Jacuzzi bath, double shower cubicle, basin and WC.
Downstairs cloakroom with basin and WC.
Utility room.
Sitting room.
Kitchen with dining area.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, drinks chiller, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer and DVD player.
Oil central heating and wood burning stove.
Wi-Fi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available.
Private parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed garden with patio and lawned area with garden furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Pub 5 minutes walk.
Shops 4 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Wastwater Lake
Reviews (30)
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Alison
It is well kept, with luxury facilities and everything needed for an enjoyable stay. The location of the cottage is fantastic, so peaceful and stunning views of the surrounding Lake District fells, and easy access to pubs, shops and restaurants. Perfect for walks from the door too!
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Andrew
Really high spec and loads of space for a 2 bedroom cottage.
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Michael
Luxuriously appointed property in a great location, lovely welcome package waiting for us. We will thoroughly recommend this to all of our friends. This is not a criticism at all but we had to hunt down the instruction manuals to find out how to work some of the electrical equipment and we always like to clean up before we leave and could not find a small dustpan and brush. Otherwise, it was a fabulous accommodation.