The Old Mill
Description
The Old Mill is a lovely second-floor apartment in Keswick, in the Lake District National Park, located in the centre of the town. The apartment is a fantastic hideaway for two to explore the breath-taking countryside and small towns, with contemporary furnishings and rustic exposed beams, together with new, easy control electric radiators.. Before settling into your home-away-from-home, you'll have a parking pass for a local car park with an electric charging station.
A staircase leads from the ground floor to the second floor where a bright and spacious open-plan living room greets you, complete with a Juliet balcony from which you can admire Derwent Street while sipping your morning coffee.
Stock the cupboards in the fully-equipped kitchen, which includes an electric oven and cooktop, dishwasher, and washing machine, as well as dining seating for four; it's the perfect setting for a romantic meal for two or a takeaway after a long day!
Freshen up in the shower as the sun sets before curling up between the sheets to relax, ready for the day's adventures! From restaurants and pubs to charming tearooms and antique stores, Keswick's wonderful amenities and activities are just a stone's throw away from The Old Mill. On rainy days, visit the Pencil Museum, Keswick Museum, or The Puzzling Place, while summer evenings are best spent at Hope Park or Theatre By The Lake.
There are plenty of treks, watersports, and sailing opportunities along Derwentwater to help you make the most of your beautiful surroundings; don't forget your walking boots if you want to climb Skiddaw and Blencathra for rewarding views at the top! The picturesque Bassenthwaite Lake National Nature Reserve is close by, while Ullswater is home to the Aira Force Waterfall and boat tours to lakeside villages like Pooley Bridge and Glenridding. Windermere and Ambleside, two major tourist destinations, are also close by, offering a variety of walks, gorgeous vistas, and independent eateries.
The Old Mill is the perfect place to stay for a romantic holiday in the Lake District any time of year.
Your dates
Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Dishwasher
- EV Charging
- Pets Not Allowed
- National Park
- Wifi
- Dishwasher
- EV Charging
- Pets Not Allowed
- National Park
- Near Pub / Shop
- Smoke Free
- Near Walks
- Washing Machine
What guests are saying
Excellent apartment, perfect location.
We loved our week at The Old Mill in the heart of the Lake District.
A spacious appartment, with all the comfort you need after a good hiking day.
Loved The Old Mill.
Great location, great facilities, very comfortable, excellent local tourist and hiking information available.
Beautiful and so convenient to the lake, shopping, and dining.
We loved it!
The accommodation is light, airy and extremely well equipped.
We had an enjoyable week's stay and would definitely recommend. Car parking in the central car park is literally down the road and convenient. Anna the host was contactable re the keys and for a minor issue which was swiftly dealt with. Thank you. The Old Mill is very centrally located - and yet quiet - and we enjoyed using local shops and restaurants without the need of using the car.
Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback and we are pleased you enjoyed your stay. We live in Keswick so we on hand to replace or mend items if needed. It’s good you were able to leave the car and explore on foot or by bus. The cinema is great owned by a local couple and at the top of the street. Hope to welcome you back soon. Anna and Steve
Really enjoyed our stay in this lovely property
The Old Mill is a gorgeous apartment, very comfortable and well equipped.
The owners have clearly taken great care over decor, fittings, furnishings and equpment, all of which are to a very high standard. The location is perfect, being in a quiet street and yet so close to the centre (for cafes, restaurants, pubs etc). The free parking in the nearby long stay car park is a real bonus.
Light spacious and well equipped apartment.
Had everything we needed and very comfortable. Location was superb and car parking was great- literally just a couple of minutes walk. Slight issue with heating which was rectified swiftly by the owner. Wpuld absolutely stay here again. Wouldn’t be suitable for anyone who has difficulty with stairs but this was fine for us
I'm pleased you enjoyed your stay and found the car park permit helpful. Car parking in Keswick can be very difficult for visitors and residents so we pay for the annual car park permit for our guests to use - saves a lot of hassle ! We look forward to welcoming you back. Anan
This is our second stay at The Old Mill and, as before, an excellent location.
The property is clean and cosy with everything you need. Really enjoyed our stay.
Very relaxing few days at the Old Mill apartment.
It is a very clean and comfortable apartment. Easy walking distance to shops, entertainment (cinema and theatre) and pubs.
We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Our housekeeper takes a real pride in keeping the property spick and span. I pop up most weeks too to tend to the plants and check everything is in good order. The cinema and theatre are great and so handy to walk to or you can use your complimentary free parking permit for the Theatre car park if preferred. best wishes Anna and Steve Thomson
Great property, facility and location
Location, location, location!
Central Keswick with all facilities on your doorstep. Beautifully presented and very well equipped apartment. No complaints at all. Fantastic view from the bedroom across rooftops to the glorious hills. Would definitely recommend.
Thanks for taking the time to leave feedback- so pleased you enjoyed staying at The Old Mill. One of the things we love about the apartment is that it is so central so you can walk to the cinema, theatre.,pubs, hikes and yet also enjoy a quiet 'hideaway' spot. Hope to welcome you back Anna and Steve
Fabulous place to stay.
Comfortable and brilliant location. Enjoyed it so much, we have booked again for next year. Not so impressed with the letting agency. Had to phone them regarding a beeping smoke alarm. Spent an hour trying to get through and eventually they agreed to come out the following day and change the battery. Whether they came or not we have no idea but it was beeping when we got in and we had to reluctantly get in touch with the owners and they were brilliant.
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Old Mill in Keswick. Sorry it took so long to contact the letting agent - they are usually very efficient, particularly the local office 5 minutes away from the apartment. We live in Keswick so we can usually fix things quickly or know someone who can ! Look forward to welcoming you back next year. Anna and Steve
First rate accommodation, in an excellent location.
Highly rated property, 1 minute from centre, 10 minutes to the lake. We would definitely book again.
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. . We loved the apartment when we found it- so central yet on a quiet street- feels like a bit of a hideaway. Hope to welcome you back. Anna and Steve
Comfortable, bright, spotless, well-equipped and central apartment.
Felt like a home from home. It was a pleasure to spend a whole week here and explore Keswick and surrounding countryside. Parking permit for local car parks a bonus. Enjoyed the space, flexibility and convenience over a hotel and hope to return on our next trip.
Thanks for taking time to leave feedback. We love Keswick and the North Lakes too. The parking permit helps take the pressure off locals trying to park near their homes and we are lucky to have a long stay car park so near the apartment.. Some people leave there car all week and use the buses and feet to explore ! Hope to welcome you back soon. Anna and Steve
Lovely apartment, very comfortable, clean and spacious.
Had everything we needed and was so conveniently located for the centre of Keswick. Would certainly consider a return trip.
Only a short stay for us (this Time !
!), but very enjoyable. Thank you for the various welcoming touches. The flat is extremely spacious and comfortable. We will certainly book it again when we return to Keswick.
Thanks for taking the time to leave feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back to Keswick. Anna and Steve
Lovely cottage centrally located in Keswick.
Very cosy and comfortable. All you could need for a short break. Parking permit was a godsend as Keswick was very busy during our stay. Great communication with our hosts.
Lovely stay at The Old Mill.
Bed was super comfy, probably one of the comfiest beds we’ve had at an accommodation. Lovely apartment with lots of little extras and thought gone into it. I thought it would be an issue having to park elsewhere but it was not at all. Just at peak times the car parks get quite busy but we didn’t have an issue as if you need to pop out for anything it’s all in walking distance or if you’re out for the day, by the time you come back there was plenty of spaces and option of other car parks.
This is a lovely spacious apartment.
Everything was clean and we enjoyed the very comfortable bed. The apartment was warm, cosy, well equipped. We enjoyed our stay very much. All the arrangements Anna and Steve made for parking worked very smoothly. The fridge didn't work properly, so I sent a message and a new one was provided within the day, wow, what care. All communication was easy with this couple. Would highly recommend this cottage.
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and note that you have booked for next summer too. We look forward to welcoming you back to the Old Mill in Keswick.
The best accommodation I have used, looking forward to a third visit.
Looking forward to welcoming you back. Great that you had a good stay.
Amazing apartment, very comfortable, well equipped, light and bright, with good views, parking permit was great we parked the car and never moved in until we left, everything about the stay was perfect, we can highly recommend Sykes cottages.
Looking forward to our stay in Yorkshire next month
We are very pleased you enjoyed staying at The Old Mill for your birthday. Many folk use the permit to park the car for free in the long stay car park and then use buses or the launch to get around - gives a kind of freedom to exploring without having to worry about finding a parking space at the start of walks. Enjoy your trip to Yorkshire. All the best Anna and Steve
This was our 4th stay at The Old Mill and we were very happy to be back.
It's extremely well kept and clean, well laid out, comfortable and perfect for a couple. The car parking permit system seems to work well and the central, but quiet, location is perfect. Highly recommended.
Thank you for your loyalty ! We are pleased you enjoyed your stay. Hope you get chance to visit Keswick again soon.
We loved our stay at Mill Cottage, it was perfect.
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay. Our housekeeper works hard to keep the Old Mill spick and span and I pop in most weeks to tend the window boxes - it's lovely when guests appreciate it.
A lovely apartment in a quiet location very close to the centre of Keswick.
Very comfortable beds and very spacious for the two of us. We would not hesitate to return in the future.
Thanks for your feedback. The open plan high roof does give a spacious feel to the living area. You had fantastic weather too. look forward to welcoming you back.
Fabulous apartment right in the town.
Lovely and clean with everything you need for a comfortable stay - highly recommend
Pleased you enjoyed your stay. We love the apartment because it is central and yet quiet.
The apartment is lovely, clean and comfortable.
It is in a perfect central location and the central car park is very close by. We really enjoyed our week stay and would definitely stay here again and would highly recommend.
Lovely apartment, great location, very comfortable everything we needed for a great stay.
Will recommend the apartment and hope to stay again.
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Old Mill. Anna and Steve
A very well equipped flat, situated near the town centre literally 100yards.
Parking was no problem with the car pass. Highly recommended, would use it again if visiting. Keswick a great town to visit.
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay. The electronic car parking pass does take the hassle out of finding a parking place in Keswick! Hope you get chance to visit Keswick again soon
A lovely property in a great location.
The bed was extremely comfortable and everything you would need for self catering was provided. The owner was also very responsive and helpful. Would stay again
Really nice 1st floor open plan apartment in the centre of Keswick which fully met our needs.
A car parking pass was provided and the car park only a 2 min walk away which worked well. WiFi connection was good. You just need to be aware that the roof beams are quite low.
This was a perfect location in Keswick - minutes from the centre of town but in a very quiet street.
Spacious, comfortable and tastefully furnished. Very responsive host with any queries we had. We would definitely book again. Loved our stay here.
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We also like that it is so quiet when you are in the apartment and yet only minutes away from pubs, restaurants, cafes and shops. Hope to welcome you back soon.
Location brilliant, in the town centre but quiet.
So pleased with the layout of the apartment, the owners have thought of everything for the enjoyment of our holiday, including parking in the nearby Central Car Park. Thank you so much. Would thoroughly recommend.
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. The electronic parking permit certainly takes the hassle out of finding on street parking ! Hope to welcome you to Keswick again. Anna
Heidi und Uli aus Norddeutschland sind nach diesem Urlaub überaus glücklich :-) Wir haben die Wohnung, den Ort, die Umgebung geliebt!
Die Wohnung ist unbedingt zu empfehlen!
Best property we have stopped in.
Everything was perfect. We will be back. Thanks.
Thanks for your feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at The Old Mill and look forward to welcoming you back.
A lovely property in a great location to explore Keswick and surrounding areas on foot and further afield via car or bus.
The property is well equipped, clean and comfortable, highly recommended.
We loved this loft apartment , brilliant location central for all amenities, cozy & spacious with lots of natural light , well equipped, spotlessly clean, my partner who is 6ft 2 did catch his head on the beams but soon adapted & we had trouble regulating the fridge so a couple of things did go off.
However, I would recommend this place very highly & would return in a heart beat ,
I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay. I will look at the fridge straight away and replace it if needed. Looking forward to welcoming you back. Anna Thomson
Great location - central but still quiet.
A really good-sized comfortable 1-bed apartment. Bed especially comfy.
It is great to hear you liked The Old Mill apartment. We regularly buy new bedlinen and the latest addition of the comfy mattress topper seems to be ' a hit'. We hope to welcome you back soon. Anna and Steve
Absolutely fabulous place to stay and great location.
Everything you need (and more) was provided, some nice little extra touches! Would certainly recommend.
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We visited Keswick on holiday for many years and now live here so we are able to keep an eye on and care for the apartment. We hope you will be able to viva again soon. Anna and Steve
Lovely apartment in a great location
The bath and hand towels provided were pretty rubbish at drying you .
More like a tea towel fabric Bring own towels.
I'm sorry you found the towels did not dry you as expected. We bought them from a well known hotel supplier which was rather expensive but had great reviews for the product. We try hard to provide a quality experience with the facilities at The Old Mill. We hope you enjoyed the other aspects of your stay. Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. Anna Thomson
Lovely little apartment which had everything we needed.
Location was perfect for access to local amenities.
Thank you for taking time to leave feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and that the apartment provided everything you needed. Anna and Steve
We had a very enjoyable stay, A large and spacious apartment in a quiet street close to the main square and lake.
We were there during flaming June, nice to have the balcony doors open in the evening. everything we needed.
We are pleased you enjoyed your 3 week stay. Certainly it coincided with a heat wave! We love the Juliet balcony and the outdoor/ indoor feel it gives. Hope your return to Keswick soon. Anna and Steve
Just spent a fabulous week here.
Could not fault it. Great location, lovely spacious property which was very well equiped with very comfortable beds. Stairs up may be an issue for some but no problem for us. Will certainly be returning.
Thank you for taking time to leave feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at the Old Mill. We hope you are able to return soon! Anna and Steve
Very nice single bedroom apartment in a great location.
Kitchen was well equipped although the fridge may not be that efficient (difficult to get the temperature down and the milk kept going off). The low beams might be a little inconvenient for a tall person but you get used to it fairly quickly. Supermarkets, restaurants and shops within easy walking distance. Great location for easy walks around the lakes but also easy access to the high fells by bus or ferry. Would definitely use this property again.
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed the property and the accessibility aspects. We do hope we can welcome you back. Owner Relations Expert Thanks for leaving feedback- we have checked the fridge and found it to be on the lowest setting- we have adjusted it and rechecked it twice and it is now working fine. Thanks for letting us know Anna and Steve
Very happy with this booking.
Very clean and comfortable accommodation. Super location on the edge of town, literally 2 minutes into the centre and 5 minutes from the lake. Car parking was a 5 minute walk and very convenient. We enjoyed our stay very much and would book this accommodation again without hesitation when we are in Keswick again
Thank you for the feedback. we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back! Anna and Steve
A very clean and tidy property in the heart of Keswick with easy access to pubs and restaurants, although there is no on street parking there is a large car park 2 minutes away.
The kitchen is well appointed with the utensils and pans s should you choose to cook meals . This property is an ideal base for walks either locally or in the wider area as Keswick has good bus routes to the surrounding areas
Thank you for taking time to leave feedback. We are pleased you found the car park handy - we arrange free parking for all our guests and it takes the hassle out of finding a space on the street. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope you return to Keswick soon.
The heating was a little problematic we struggled to have the rooms warm when it was needed in the evening when we were in the appartment.
We really enjoyed our stay and would still recommend the apartment. Many thanks.
This is our 2nd stay at the The Old Mill and it will not be our last Excellent location in the center of Keswick.
The property is very comfortable and well maintained to a hight standard. Thanks for a great week. Tony and Sandra
The stairs should have been listed in the description and the heating was difficult to operate.
Dining room heater knob also broken.
Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We are sorry if you were surprised by the stairs - they are listed in the description of the property, which is noted as being a second floor apartment with a staircase leading from the ground level. The property is in the Conservation area of Keswick and therefore there is no gas supply available. When the property was fully modernised, Dimplex electric storage heaters were installed. Instructions for these are in the handbook in the flat. It can take some getting used to, if you are accustomed to gas/oil heating. There is also a modern, stove effect electric fire in the open plan lounge/ main living area to give instant heat if needed. There is an independently heated towel rail/radiator in the bathroom, which guests can turn off if they are too warm and in the bedroom, there is a wall mounted radiator which also has an instant heat boost facility. This year has been challenging, as sometimes the flat has been too warm with outdoor temperatures of 16 degrees in November! This winter we will be reviewing the heating system, with the intention of installing a less energy greedy, easier for guests to control system. We hope you enjoyed your stay in beautiful Keswick.
The flat is accessed by a rather steep 23 step staircase.
This should be mentioned in the listings so ageing or infirm renters are not presented with a problem or be unable to access the property.. The flat is very clean airy and well supplied with the necessary equipment. The parking permit is a great asset.
Apartment totally as per listing.
Spacious light and airy in a great position with easy access to car park and the many shops, pubs and restaurants of Keswick. Great local walks straight from home but also well positioned for more famous walks elsewhere in the Lake District.
Thanks for your feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your time in Keswick staying at the Old Mill.
The accommodation was first class and extremely well presented with great facilities and location.
The only negatives were that the plug in the sink would not seal therefore my husband found it difficult to shave. Also, although we knew the cottage was on the second floor, there was no warning of the extremely steep , continuous stairs My husband has arthritis and struggled with the steepness. A warning would have been good.
Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. I am pleased you liked the location and facilities of the apartment. We have now adjusted the stiff lever control for the plug in the bathroom basin. I was sorry to hear your husband struggled with the stairs. There are 20 carpeted stairs with a handrail installed . I will ask the agent to adjust the property details to specifically mention the stairs. with best wishes Anna Thomson
Just back from a 3 night stay at The Old Mill in Keswick.
It is a lovely apartment: bright, airy and in a great location - so central. The accommodation was spotless and extra touches such as fresh flowers on the dining table and vibrant plants on the balcony provide a warm and welcoming vibe. With a cinema on our doorstep, we nipped out to watch a film before dinner with no travel hassles - so convenient. We were prepared to take our rubbish away since designated bin(s) were not obvious. This didn’t prove to be necessary. Communication was good and we always received a speedy response. Just wished we’d stayed longer but we will return! Many thanks for a very pleasant experience. Geraldine and Phil.
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We live in Keswick and love that the cinema, theatre and restaurants are so easy to walk to. We hope you will be able to return soon. with best wishes Anna and Steve
Fantastic little hideaway in a perfect location so much so that we only used the car when we visited the other lakes and moungain passes, derwent water was so easy to get to from the flat and everything in keswick with in such a short walk, lovely cute cinema and lovely theatre so close as well, property was very clean and comfy, smart TV was a lovely touch, arranged parking was perfect, and everything we needed for cooking and eating there already Only 2 gripes was trying to find the bin, as couldn't find one labeled the old mill so think I may of ended up using a neighbours bin
We are really pleased you enjoyed your stay. There are many great places to visit within walking distance of the apartment. We love the Alhambra Cinema too. Don't worry about the bin- I am waiting for the council to deliver a new small wheelie bin just for our property, but they have to do a health and safety inspection first as they will need to collect it from behind the property to avoid possible obstruction on the pavement ! As soon as it arrives I will proudly label it The Old Mill.
Absolutely lovely place.
Super clean and lovely comfortable beds! Was perfect for our stay as it's in a central position in town. Loved waking up to mountain views!
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Our housekeeper is great at keeping the apartment super clean. The central location is really appreciated by guests, and yet being down an old narrow street it also has a hideaway feel. Hope you return to Keswick soon.
Lovely Apartment in centre of Keswick, have stayed before a few years ago and was not disappointed.
Hope to return soon.
Lovely property, well equipped with idea location.
Would definitely return.
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay.
A light airey and comfortable place to stay right in the centre of Keswick.
Layout of accommodation good and parking arrangements made a real difference. We would return to this property
Lovely well equipped apartment in the centre of Keswick - great for the lake and lots of walks / pubs cafes and restaurants in the door step.
Thanks for your feedback- we are pleased you enjoyed your holiday. We love living in Keswick and were delighted to find this apartment with a hideaway feel and yet in the centre of Keswick with so much on the doorstep.
We had a wonderful week.
The only niggles were the plug not working in the bathroom sink and searching for the bin for disposal of our household rubbish. Still outstanding though!
We are so pleased you enjoyed your holiday. Thank you for the feedback- the lever behind the tap which operates the plug in the bathroom sink may be stiff- we will check it straight away. I am popping up today to put a waterproof label on the outside wheelie bin naming it 'The Old Mill'. We hope you return to the Lakes soon.
Great location, perfect size for 2, super comfy beds….
Just needs a power shower to get 10/10.
Thanks for your feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your holiday. Hmmm.. the shower- the shower lover in me says go power- the eco warrior in me says ..stop. Food for thought. Hope you return to Keswick soon.
Very comfortable and warm invironment, absolutely designed for couples,very clean and tidy,all necessary things were available.
Good dealing and guidance. Really enjoyed staying there.
We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. We were delighted to find this lovely flat which has a hideaway feel and yet is in the centre of Keswick ! It is great to hear others appreciating it too. Thank you for your feedback
Good to know
House Rules
Good housekeeping bond
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150
Smoking
Not permitted
Property notes
Please note: Property is not suitable for children.
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
15:00 / 10:00
Property ref
1094359
Parking
Permit Parking
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Not allowed
Children
Children and infants welcome