South View | Keswick | Doups | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.9★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

28 Customer Review(s)

Alun
October 2024

“Lovely apartment, very spacious, great location.”

- Alun, October 2024

Thank you for your feedback, we are glad you liked South View Property Owner
Nicky October 2024

“Absolutely stunning apartment with stunning views, fully equipped kitchen plus more.”

.... everything was spotless and of high quality. Will definitely book again.

- Nicky, October 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Joan September 2024

“Loved staying here.”

So comfortable, away from the Keswick crowds. The apartment is spacious and clean with everything you could need supplied. Views amazing. Lots of walks from the door or a short car ride away. Local buses pass by the main road though you cannot hear any traffic; the road is out of sight down the hill. We've already booked to stay again in 2025.

- Joan, September 2024

We are very pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your feedback. Property Owner
Tim June 2024

“Superb very large apartment, beautifully appointed and equipped and with the most wonderful views.”

Without doubt the best self catering accommodation we have ever found in the Lakes. We will only stay here on future visits to this stunning part of our fabulous country.

- Tim, June 2024

We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your feedback. Property Owner
Helen May 2024

“Lovely apartment , superb view ,the owners have thought of everything to make your holiday enjoyable.”

- Helen, May 2024

Thank you for your feedback, we are delighted you enjoyed the apartment and the view. Property Owner
Muriel May 2024

“A lovely week the cottage was spotlessly clean ,quite and i loved the kitchen to work in lovely views throughly enjoyed our stay .”

....Will be back soon

- Muriel, May 2024

We are glad you enjoyed your time at South View and thank you for your feedback. Property Owner
Nicholas April 2024

“The location is stunning and very peaceful, the gardens are beautiful.”

The property is very large, comfortable and with all the amenities needed for a vacation in The Lakes. It is well positioned with Keswick only a short drive away and there is good access to the coast and fell walks.

- Nicholas, April 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed South View. Property Owner
Jennifer April 2024

“We loved our stay at South View, and particularly loved the glorious view.”

The rooms were spacious and elegant, and had lovely big windows - 12 ft high on the upper floor, I am guessing - so it was full of light. We enjoyed walking in the beautiful grounds. The kitchen was particularly well-equipped. Our bed was very comfortable - excellent mattress. A couple of minor "picky" points: We would have liked to have been able to drive the car round the house nearer to the back door for unloading and loading the car, instead of having to make a a lot of trips round the house. Parking in slot 2 afterwards would have been fine. Similarly, it would have been nice to have the dustbin with the others just outside the back door, and not to have to carry it all the way round the house. And a soap dish or little shelf for soap/shampoo would have been the icing on the cake in the very nice shower.

- Jennifer, April 2024

Thank you for your feedback, we are glad you enjoyed your stay at South View. We do understand your views about loading and unloading the car, but sadly we, and the other Oakfield owners, do not want to risk any damage to the Victorian drains which are below the gravel terrace. Similarly, the location of our bins is governed by our management company. We can however certainly look at replacing the shower soap dish. Property Owner
David March 2024

“A very spacious and well appointed apartment with some spectacular views from the lounge windows; very well equipped throughout with high quality fixtures and fittings; a delightful home to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.”

The only drawback during our week there was the weather...it rained a lot!

- David, March 2024

We are sorry about the rain, but are glad that you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your feedback. Property Owner
Chris October 2023

“We loved our stay at the apartment.”

Beautifully positioned and kitted out.

- Chris, October 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Philip September 2023

“As before, an excellent property.”

Quite the best we’ve stayed in in the Lake District. Exceptionally well appointed. Just to mention the large frying pan didn’t seem to work on the induction hob.

- Philip, September 2023

Many thanks for your comments, we are delighted to know that you enjoy staying at South View. Thank you for also mentioning that the large frying pan didn't work on the hob. We have now replaced it. Property Owner
Verna May 2023

“Thank you for providing such a well-equipped, highly-appointed, comfortable and spacious accommodation.”

The gardens are beautifully kept and setting idyllic. We have booked a return stay next year.

- Verna, May 2023

Thank you for your comments, we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at South View. Property Owner
Alison April 2023

“If you are looking for a quiet retreat South View is that place.”

We had such a fantastic week stay there and the gardens are so beautiful. The house is very well equipped, in fact it is one of the best ones. And we have stayed in quite a few Sykes cottages. Would highly recommend this place 10/10. Will definitely be coming back.

- Alison, April 2023

We are glad you enjoyed your time at South View and thank you for your positive feedback. Property Owner
Nigel November 2022

“A really comfortable and well equipped property in a quiet location with lovely views.”

- Nigel, November 2022

We are delighted you found the apartment comfortable and enjoyed the views. Thank you for your feedback. Property Owner
Kathleen October 2022

“Lovely and clean, spacious and comfortable We will definitely return and would recommend”

- Kathleen, October 2022

Thank you for your feedback, we are glad you enjoyed your stay at South View. Property Owner
Philip September 2022

“In almost all respects this is a perfect property.”

The accommodation is faultless and by and large everything we needed was provided. Just two minor points: the waste bin was not lined with a bag and there was very little washing up liquid. We bought our own bin liners. I know this is not the fault of the owners but we were disappointed that there was no opportunity to segregate our refuse as we did at home.

- Philip, September 2022

Thank you for your feedback, we are glad that you found most aspects of South View to your liking. We are extremely sorry for the couple of minor oversights you mention and have asked our housekeeper to make sure that these items continue to be provided in the future. Property Owner
Geoffrey June 2022

“Excellent and spacious accommodation.”

- Geoffrey, June 2022

Many thanks for your feedback. Property Owner
Nicola May 2022

“This is a beautifully maintained, spacious and exceptionally well located apartment.”

The views are outstanding and the rooms spacious and comfortably furnished to a high standard. The gardens are lovely (and peaceful outside of school holidays!). The kitchen is very well appointed and with every gadget a keen amateur cook could wish for. It is also well stocked with toys, games and books and tourist info. Highly recommended!

- Nicola, May 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted that you enjoyed South View. Property Owner
Elaine March 2022

“A truly wonderful property in a beautiful location, quiet and peaceful, yet just minutes from Keswick and convenient for getting around the Lake District.”

The apartment is extremely spacious, elegant, and tastefully furnished with the most wonderful views from its large living room, terrace and grounds. It offers period charm with all mod cons, especially in the kitchen which is comprehensively stocked. Everything was immaculately clean, providing a comfortable and welcoming base for a Lakeland holiday. We loved everything about it.

- Elaine, March 2022

We are very pleased you enjoyed your stay and thank you for your feedback Property Owner
Rachel February 2022

“Fabulous property.”

Very well appointed kitchen. Comfy beds, beautiful bathrooms, warm throughout the property, fantastic large lounge with space to relax and enjoy the wonderful views. Plenty of books, games, puzzles and DVDs and a chess set. Nothing was wanting. Would highly recommend this property and hope to return again one day.

- Rachel, February 2022

Thank you for your feedback, we are delighted you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Anne-marie September 2021

“This was a return visit and we really like this apartment.”

However, as with last year, we felt that the cleaning left something to be desired. It seems as though the cleaner cleans the bits he/ she can see but does not go the extra mile. This year the sofa in the sitting room was covered in toast crumbs ( you wouldn’t notice unless inspected properly as it is patterned). We also had to hoover the rug ourselves before being able to start a jigsaw, as the rug was dirty! Neither bedroom had been dusted properly, only a cursory dust along edges etc. In the bathrooms it seemed as though they had been mopped without first being swept, as behind the doors there were patches of wet scum/dust. It is such a shame because it’s such a cosy place to stay with amazing views. These comments would not stop us returning again but it takes the edge off a lovely stay.

- Anne-marie, September 2021

Owner response: Thank you for taking the time to give us your feedback. We do endeavor to make South View as comfortable as possible for our visitors and are naturally very disappointed by your findings. I have spoken to our housekeeper and she will address these matters with our cleaner. On her advice, we have arranged to replace the vacuum cleaner with one which is more flexible and easier to handle. We will also reinstate our periodic inspection visits which we regret have been curtailed this year, due to our personal circumstances, and the pandemic. If you should return to South View and do not find everything as you (and we) expect, do please contact our housekeeper as soon as possible so that any issues can be promptly address so as not to detract from your stay. Property Owner
Tania August 2021

“Another fantastic stay at Southview - a wonderful apartment in a fantastic location - can't wait to come back.”

- Tania, August 2021
Julie July 2021

“A beautiful, well equipped apartment with fantastic views.”

We will be planning a return visit to South View, as most of the visitors do.

- Julie, July 2021
Adele July 2021

“The location was perfect for our stay.”

- Adele, July 2021
Mr Bristel Dec 2019

“The luxury of relaxing by the window while surveying the spectacular view is a great memory!”

Back again soon!

- Mr Bristel, Dec 2019
Anonymous Dec 2019

“Wonderful apartment with superb views.”

We have had a great week of walking and wildlife watching! Thank you to all!

- Anonymous, Dec 2019
Anonymous Dec 2019

“Stayed with Heart of the Lakes many times before, we love this property!”

We have booked to come back in a months time!

- Anonymous, Dec 2019
Mr Collins Dec 2019

“Equipment etc were first class.”

- Mr Collins, Dec 2019

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Summary

Reverse-level-accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x lower-ground-floor king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x lower-ground-floor twin with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Lower-ground-floor utility room
Sitting room with gas fire
Night store heating and gas fire
Electric built-in oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, stereo, TV with DVD player, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available upon request
Private parking for one car
Use of communal gardens with terrace, lawned area and pond
Sorry, no pets and no smoking

The property

South View is in an idyllic location in the northern lakes and, with its panoramic south facing mountain and lake views, you will be assured of a holiday in beautiful surroundings in any season of the year.

The apartment is located in an impressive, former gentleman's residence set in extensive gardens about two miles from the centre of Keswick. The building has been sympathetically divided into a small number of privately owned properties offering a peaceful location for relaxing and many opportunities for enjoying the surrounding area.

There is so much walking to be done in the area that you will be spoiled for choice, whilst Keswick has good shopping and a choice of local eating places. Accommodation: South View takes up two floors with the main living areas at a raised ground floor level entered via a spacious shared entrance hall which also serves the other apartments.

Once inside the apartment you have an inner hallway (wc and cloaks).

Striking spacious sitting room furnished in cherry-wood has three high windows, two of which have dramatic south facing views (TV, DVD/video, stereo, fireplace with gas fire and free wireless broadband).

The kitchen/dining room has side door to patio and gardens. The bedrooms are at lower ground floor level where there is also a laundry room/store.

The master bedroom has a spacious king-sized bed with newly fitted en-suite bathroom (walk-in shower, basin and wc).

The second bedroom is a twin, again with en-suite bathroom (bath, basin and wc).

Fitted carpets throughout with off peak night store heating and hot water.

Quality furnishings throughout create a welcoming and relaxing feel. Outside: Private parking for one car.

Extensive shared gardens with terrace and pond.

Ample room for sitting out of doors and views to the hills and down Borrowdale.

Keswick centre 2 miles.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

KESWICK

Bassenthwaite 7 miles, Ullswater 16.6 miles; Cockermouth 13 miles.

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.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely apartment, very spacious, great location.”

“Absolutely stunning apartment with stunning views, fully equipped kitchen plus more.”

“Loved staying here.”

“Superb very large apartment, beautifully appointed and equipped and with the most wonderful views.”

“Lovely apartment , superb view ,the owners have thought of everything to make your holiday enjoyable.”

“A lovely week the cottage was spotlessly clean ,quite and i loved the kitchen to work in lovely views throughly enjoyed our stay .”

“The location is stunning and very peaceful, the gardens are beautiful.”

“We loved our stay at South View, and particularly loved the glorious view.”

“A very spacious and well appointed apartment with some spectacular views from the lounge windows; very well equipped throughout with high quality fixtures and fittings; a delightful home to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.”

“We loved our stay at the apartment.”

“As before, an excellent property.”

“Thank you for providing such a well-equipped, highly-appointed, comfortable and spacious accommodation.”

“If you are looking for a quiet retreat South View is that place.”

“A really comfortable and well equipped property in a quiet location with lovely views.”

“Lovely and clean, spacious and comfortable We will definitely return and would recommend”

“In almost all respects this is a perfect property.”

“Excellent and spacious accommodation.”

“This is a beautifully maintained, spacious and exceptionally well located apartment.”

“A truly wonderful property in a beautiful location, quiet and peaceful, yet just minutes from Keswick and convenient for getting around the Lake District.”

“Fabulous property.”

“This was a return visit and we really like this apartment.”

“Another fantastic stay at Southview - a wonderful apartment in a fantastic location - can't wait to come back.”

“A beautiful, well equipped apartment with fantastic views.”

“The location was perfect for our stay.”

“The luxury of relaxing by the window while surveying the spectacular view is a great memory!”

“Wonderful apartment with superb views.”

“Stayed with Heart of the Lakes many times before, we love this property!”

“Equipment etc were first class.”

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The property

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About the location

KESWICK