Skyfell House

4.5★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

19 Customer Review(s)

Stephen
July 2023

“Loved the house.”

Pleased with response to a maintenance problem. Disappointed with the lack of water pressure in bath and on second floor. Would book again.

Pleased with response to a maintenance problem. Disappointed with the lack of water pressure in bath and on second floor. Would book again.

- Stephen, July 2023

HI Stephen, So glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Apologies for the maintenance issues, but will get the water looked at. Regards Paul Property Owner
Delia June 2023

“The house was lovely and ideally located for Keswick, having off street parking was a bonus too!”

The only issue we had was there was no cutlery or kitchen knives provided. The listing said it has a well stocked kitchen which we would presume included cutlery. We had brought some food to have some meals in the house but couldn’t do this as there was no knives to prepare the food-we couldn’t even butter toast in the mornings! We did leave a message with customer services over the weekend to check this was correct as it seemed a bit odd that they weren’t supplied but still haven’t had a reply. It’s probably better updating the listing if people are expected to bring their own cutlery and kitchen knives so people can come prepared.

- Delia, June 2023
Deborah May 2023

“Skyfell is such a lovely property.”

Very clean and comfortable. Everything we could possibly need in the kitchen including lots of wine glasses. We especially appreciated the bread, eggs, milk, gingerbread etc left for us. First cottage we have ever stayed at to leave three jars of sweets! The king size bed was very comfortable, though I did need my sleep mask as the sunlight flooded in very early in the morning. The location was ideal. Just a couple of minutes walk to Keswick’s pubs and shops. We will definitely re book.

- Deborah, May 2023
Simon April 2023

“Beautiful house with everything you need for a family holiday.”

Well equipped kitchen, cosy lounge with log burner, spacious rooms with comfy beds and pillows. Close to the town centre and perfect as a base for plenty of walks. Lovely bottles of wine to greet us also! Would highly recommend Skyfell

- Simon, April 2023

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and recommendation! very much appreciated. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at skyfell house. Best wishes from Paul Property Owner
Sophie March 2023

“We had a lovely stay - the house was very clean and comfortable with the bonus of a utility room for boots.”

Great location, only a 5 minute walk into the town and quiet in the evenings. Easy parking - 1 space for the house but additional road parking. Would definitely stay here again!

- Sophie, March 2023
Tim February 2023

“Property was clean and parking was a bonus.”

Very well situated for town and walks around Keswick.

- Tim, February 2023

Thank you for your kind feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Andrew November 2022

“Nice property.”

A few little things of note, some of the lights didn’t work. The internal door after the front door, once closed from the inside couldn’t be reopened meaning you had to go back out through the back door. Fire escape hazard! Otherwise nice place.

- Andrew, November 2022

Hi Andrew, So glad you enjoyed your stay. We have now dealt with all issues and thank you for letting us know. Kind regards Property Owner
Joanne September 2022

“We absolutely loved this property and would stay here again.”

It is located close to town for convenience to the shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as public transportation, and the surrounding beautiful mountains and lakes for hikes or leisurely walks. The property worked perfectly for our family and we really appreciated the additional items included to make our stay easier. There were plenty of towels, dishes and cooking items. The only criticism that I can provide in the hopes that this can be fixed in the future were the spiderwebs and dust on areas such as skirting boards/walls/doors. There were also a few maintenance items that need addressing such as the height of the blind pulls, utility door and light bulbs, but we were able to work around these items. Thank you to the proprietors for the lovely wine and cheese. What a thoughtful gesture. We look forward to another visit to your property. Thank you!

- Joanne, September 2022
Linda September 2022

“In a great location and the benefit of having off street parking.”

Lovely property but a few small points stop the top scores. The kitchen door to the utility area doesn’t close properly, the bathroom door has a terrible squeak and if you close the blinds you need to 7 feet tall to open them again. A few more bits of crockery would also help, there is no bowl to serve a salad in, no pasta bowls, and if there were 6 of you there are not enough glasses that match in size or style. All fare first world problems but given the cost to rent would expect. Also lots of co webs - needs a good deep clean. But overall a good stay.

- Linda, September 2022

Hi, I am so glad you enjoyed your stay and would like to thank you for your comments. I am attending the property for five weeks very soon all issues will be dealt with plus a full decoration through out. Kind regards Paul Property Owner
Louise August 2022

“Holiday property was lovely.”

Great location, clean and a nice space. Kitchen had plenty of utensils and pans and a good size fridge /freezer. The children (6 and 8) loved the attic bedroom and it was nice there were a few games for them. PS We did notice that the upstairs shower doesn’t drain very well.

- Louise, August 2022
Louise April 2022

“Beautiful property, very well located and equipped.”

Such a bonus to have a parking space too. A perfect base for our stay in Keswick.

- Louise, April 2022
Rob March 2022

“Beautiful house, had everthing we needed and more.”

Really impressed with everything, and we had a lovely week away with so much available right on the doorstep.

- Rob, March 2022
Nichola February 2022

“A fantastic property in the perfect location!”

The house is beautifully finished inside and had everything we needed, the only downside was some of the blinds didn't open and neither did some of the windows!

- Nichola, February 2022
Liam December 2021

“Hello, where do I start.”

What a wonderful trip. My two brothers and I treated my Mum for a Christmas getaway and I wouldn’t have wanted a more beautiful and cozy place. We all truly loved our stay. Thankyou to every. Ps, my mum would personally like to write a Thankyou card and send a gift to the owners. I’m not sure if that is possible but I’m just asking to see.

- Liam, December 2021

Hi I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay at the house, and thank you so much for your comments. With regards to your request a thank you card would be most welcome. I am back at the property for a week commencing 14th Jan. Kind regards Paul Property Owner
Thomas July 2021

“Lie most rental cottages, it really needs a single big pot (in the kitchen) that's big enough to hold a casserole for six people.”

Trying to cook up a chili or casserole across several smaller saucepans is frustrating. But apart from that, Skyfell was extremely lovely, and we enjoyed every moment there from first to last.

- Thomas, July 2021

Thank you for taking time to leave feedback Mr Yates. The owner has taken on board your comment regarding one large pan/pot.. Hopefully we will see you again in the near future Property Owner
Charl July 2021

“The house is spacious and pleasantly decorated.”

It's location is perfect for a short stroll to the restaurants, coffee shops, sporting facilities, and the lake. It is also very easy to leave Keswick from there. Our children loved the attic room, and created a little den where they were happy to spend their time. The table in the kitchen accommodates 6 people comfortably at mealtimes. The washing machine and tumble dryer were very useful to keep on top of washing. Lastly, being able to park a car off-street in that area is a major bonus, as it is very difficult to find space to park in the town centre.

- Charl, July 2021

Thank you for your feedback, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Skyfell House. We look forward to seeing you again! Property Owner
Sue June 2021

“Described a 'patio' in the house details, there is no patio or outdoor furniture only a parking space.”

- Sue, June 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate the time taken to send your observations, we will check this with the owner and address the patio and furniture as soon as possible. Thank you once again for your feedback and we do hope to see you again in the future. Property Owner
Ian May 2021

“Lovely clean house, excellent facilities, brilliant position and car parking space was such a bonus.”

Not taking anything away from how wonderful our stay was but perhaps a nest of tables in the lounge would have come in useful. Many thanks.

- Ian, May 2021
Jennifer May 2021

“The house sleeps six but it only just seats four at the kitchen table - sitting down to eat only really comfortable for two.”

- Jennifer, May 2021

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x first floor king-size, 1 x second floor twin with en-suite shower room with basin and WC, 1 x first floor double
First floor bathroom with shower over bath, twin basins and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Pantry.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart HD TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Patio with furniture
Off road parking for 1 car, additional on-street parking close by
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Pub 5 min walk
Shop 2 min walk.

The property

Skyfell is a beautifully presented, luxurious, Victorian, end of terrace house in the residential area of Keswick just a few minutes walk from the centre of the town and the bustling market square. The present owners have worked hard to present a superb property that offers comfortable and luxurious accommodation, whilst retaining both elegance of the Victorian age and a homely feel. The house retains so many of the Victorian features of high ceilings, and tall windows and this, in turn, is complemented by a contemporary makeover to create a wonderful property that includes a welcoming lounge, smart kitchen/dinner, a choice of three bedrooms, one with ensuite shower room, and a stylish family bathroom. Just a few minutes walk from Skyfell you will find yourself in the heart of the town with its great selection of local restaurants, bars and cafés, a wonderful selection of local shops and, of course, the award-winning twice weekly market. You are also a short walk from the shores of Derwentwater. Choose from a fantastic selection of walks including gentle rambles along the lakeshore or longer trails to popular Ashness Bridge and Surprise View or the nearby Castlerigg Stone Circle. Those seeking out the high fells can head to the summits of Latrigg and Skiddaw that dominate the towns skyline and mountain bikers will enjoy the award-winning Altura Trails in Whinlatter Forest. Accommodation in detail The front door opens to welcome you into the hallway which leads to the lounge, kitchen and stairs to the first floor. Benefiting from its corner position the dual aspect lounge is beautifully presented with leather sofas and armchairs arranged around the log burning stove and Smart TV. To the rear of the house, the smart kitchen/dinner has a fully fitted shaker style kitchen with integrated appliances and quartz worktop. The kitchen is equipped with fridge/freezer, electric hob and oven, dishwasher and microwave and benefits from an excellent inventory of crockery, cutlery and kitchenware. Relax in the morning over breakfast, enjoy dinner in the evening with friends and family around the family dining table. From the kitchen, there is a handy pantry and beyond the kitchen, the utility room is equipped with washing machine and tumble drier and benefits from a d cloakroom WC and back door to the Patio and private parking area. Stairs lead to the first floor and the choice of two beautifully furnished bedrooms, to the front of the house and again with a dual aspect the first bedroom is presented with a double bed and to the rear, the pretty second bedroom is presented with a comfortable king-size bed. These two bedrooms are complemented by the elegant family bathroom with feature twin sinks, bath with shower over and WC. A further flight of stairs lead to the top floor where the final bedroom is located with its smart and modern ensuite shower room. Presented with twin beds this is a great bedroom suite that has been created at the top of the house however guested are advised that the headroom in this room is limited due to the eves of the house. To the rear of the house, there is private parking for one car with additional, free, on-street parking usually to be found in close proximity to the house. Location Keswick is one of the Lake District’s most popular destinations. This friendly town hosts the very popular twice weekly market that has recently won the coveted “Best Outdoor Market” in the Great British Market Awards. The village also offers a fantastic array of shops offering everything from craft bakeries and local produce, antiques, crafts and much, much more. If you are looking for somewhere to eat and drink, a week just won’t be long enough to sample the great range of pubs, restaurants, bistros, cafes and wine bars! For a great evening out why not visit the 100-year-old Alhambra offering first class cinema entertainment in traditional surroundings or enjoy an evening at “the most beautiful and friendly theatre in Britain”, the 400-seat Theatre By The Lake on the shores of Derwentwater. Enjoy a cruise on Derwentwater, walk onto the fells; Cat Bells, Skiddaw, Coledale Horseshoe and Blencathra are all nearby, head underground at Honister Slate Mines, or enjoy mountain biking in Whinlatter Forest. For day trips throughout the Lake District, Ullswater is a short drive away offering lake cruises, great walking and the beautiful Aira Force Waterfall. Buttermere and Crummock Water offer sublime scenery a short distance away. Meanwhile, Ashness Bridge and Surprise View situated above the Borrowdale Valley should not be missed and perhaps even a cup of tea and homemade cake in the unspoilt village of Watendlath.

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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.

Limited headroom in bedroom 3 in the eaves of the house

Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1053396)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Loved the house.”

“The house was lovely and ideally located for Keswick, having off street parking was a bonus too!”

“Skyfell is such a lovely property.”

“Beautiful house with everything you need for a family holiday.”

“We had a lovely stay - the house was very clean and comfortable with the bonus of a utility room for boots.”

“Property was clean and parking was a bonus.”

“Nice property.”

“We absolutely loved this property and would stay here again.”

“In a great location and the benefit of having off street parking.”

“Holiday property was lovely.”

“Beautiful property, very well located and equipped.”

“Beautiful house, had everthing we needed and more.”

“A fantastic property in the perfect location!”

“Hello, where do I start.”

“Lie most rental cottages, it really needs a single big pot (in the kitchen) that's big enough to hold a casserole for six people.”

“The house is spacious and pleasantly decorated.”

“Described a 'patio' in the house details, there is no patio or outdoor furniture only a parking space.”

“Lovely clean house, excellent facilities, brilliant position and car parking space was such a bonus.”

“The house sleeps six but it only just seats four at the kitchen table - sitting down to eat only really comfortable for two.”

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The property

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About the location

KESWICK