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Byways is located on a quiet residential street, only a 10 minute walk from the town centre
You can enjoy cosy nights by the fire catching up on your favourite shows
The front room is a warm and inviting space at the rear of the property
The kitchen is beautifully decorated and has everything you need to make dinner during your self-catering holiday in Keswick
This self-catering cottage in Keswick has everything you need for a comfortable stay

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Derwentwater
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Non-smoking
  • Microwave

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Byways - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

As you enter the cottage you walk directly into the spacious open plan lounge and dining area with wooden floors, dining table with four chairs, two leather sofas and the lovely gas burning stove which makes for a great feature in the lounge. This room gives a really inviting feel making it a real home from home.

The modern kitchen is very well equipped for the perfect self catering holiday with oven & hob, dishwasher, washer / dryer, fridge freezer etc.

Upstairs there are two pretty bedrooms. To the back of the cottage is a double bedroom and a larger twin room to the front. Both rooms are well furnished and include luxury linen and towels.

The newly refurbished bathroom has a bath with shower over, hand basin and WC. Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout.

Unrestricted parking is on street directly in front of the cottage.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 11081149
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Keswick

Keswick is home to this cottage. Keswick Climbing Wall and Raw War Paintball Games are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ullswater and Dubwath Silver Meadows. Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre and Womenrock are also worth visiting.
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Central Keswick

What's nearby

  • Keswick Museum and Art Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hope Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Theatre By The Lake - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Derwent Pencil Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Derwentwater - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 24 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wainwright Pub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Round - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Back Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Strawberry - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Byways - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Byways - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Byways - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Byways - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in Keswick, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Keswick Museum and Art Gallery, Hope Park and Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre. The Puzzling Place and Theatre By The Lake are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Nice cottage in a perfect location

Well equipped house in a great location. Beds were comfy and it was very quiet. Slightly comfier sofas to relax in after a hard days walking would be my only suggestion.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2026
Hi, Lisa! Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay at Byways and found the house well equipped, quiet, and in such a great location. It’s great to know the comfortable beds helped you relax after your days out exploring. Thank you as well for your suggestion regarding the sofas — feedback like this is always appreciated and will be passed on for consideration, as we know how important it is to be able to fully unwind after a day walking in the Lakes. We’d be very happy to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine P.

Good location

We very much enjoyed our stay in Byways, good location, easy walk into town and on road parking not a problem. We would definitely stay again. Always try and book with Keswick Cottages if we can.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 November 2025
Hello, Rob! We're glad you enjoyed your stay at Byways! The location is so convenient, isn't it? Especially the pub and shop being less than a mile away... All of this just contributes to the real homely nature of the property, the kitchen in particular is very well equipped for the perfect self-catering holiday with oven & hob, dishwasher, washer/dryer, fridge freezer and microwave, so you can stay assured that we have everything you need to spend the evening cooking, if you don't opt to eat at the Twa Dogs nearby, or head into town, that is! We appreciate guests that choose to book with us again. It's a real testament to the love and care that we put into everything we do. We can't wait to see you again! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay at Byways

This was our first holiday where we needed a pet-friendly property (for our daughter's dog!) and Byways was great. The small enclosed patio area was ideal for 'you know what' and the property is very well equipped. Although there is no dedicated parking space, we managed to park directly outside the property, and there was plenty of additional on-street parking in the vicinity. Also, the residential area was very quiet, yet only a few minutes stroll into the centre of Keswick for the many pubs and cafes. We would definitely recommend Byways and will be back in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mark W.

Excellent for dogs and their families.

Definitely recommend to dog owners as the house has been furnished with dogs in mind. The dog gift box was a nice touch. The house is located in a quiet area of Keswick and a short walk into the centre or the local park. There’s a brilliant artisan baker just around the corner. We needed to use a stroller/pram for an elderly dog and was able to hire one from Podgy Paws pet shop. The only minor issue was the mattresses felt like they needed replacing but could be that we’re not used to very soft mattresses.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2026
Hi, Mark! Wow, you're so lucky to have been able to get into the bakery, it usually sells out as soon as the doors open. Yes, when we say pet-friendly, we do mean pet-friendly! Especially pups! We'll pass on your feedback regarding the mattress, thanks so much for the heads up! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Lovely stay

Excellent location for the town, the lake and local walks. Although there is no dedicated parking, we never had a problem parking close by. Very clean and well equipped. Would love to come back.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2025
Hi Mark, Thank you for your review. Byways is in a great location with the town centre only being a short walk away. We hope you had a great stay and we would love to welcome you back. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great cottage, great location!

Byways is a really lovely, cosy, well-equipped cottage in an excellent location just a few minutes' walk from Keswick Town centre. It's also close - and this is especially great if you take a dog with you - to a really nice park by the river. We unfortunately had to cut our stay short because of illness (mine), but we're very happy indeed in this excellent cottage. It was dressed nicely for Christmas (we were there the week before) and the gas 'woodburner' had us feeling extremely cosy indeed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

March Mon-Fr Stay

This is the second time we've stayed at Byways. We originally stayed in March 2014 and we returned this past week. The cottage has been refurbished since we last stayed with gorgeous furnishings and a wonderful power shower. It is lovely and comfortable and is a home from home. The cottage is in an ideal position within Keswick only a 10 minute walk from the centre of town. The addition of a garden was great for our dog. We had a wonderful stay and will be back, our only comment would be that after 17 years of staying in Keswick in multiple self catering accommodations, the lack of essentials such as kitchen roll, washing up liquid, toilet rolls etc was disappointing...a noticeable cutback.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 March 2026
Hi, Laura! Wow, how different it must have felt after all this time! It must have been nice to be back, lots of memories... Byways is so homely, and it's position in the quiet, residential area of town adds to its charm, away from the noise and business of town, away from main roads. We'll certainly pass on your feedback regarding the provisions, and we hope to welcome you back again soon--maybe sooner than in twelve years' time? Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Perfect few nights in Keswick

Cottage was clean and comfortable with everything required for a few nights away. Just a 10 minute stroll to the town centre.
Response from VrboOwner on 8 March 2025
Thank you for your lovely review of Byways, we hope you enjoyed your stay! Byways has a fantastic location, with a short walk into town but far enough away from the hustle and bustle, you can really relax! We hope to welcome you back soon! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very satisfied customer

We stay in Keswick at least once if not twice a year and always use Keswick Cottages as we know the quality of their properties and services. We had not stayed in Byways before but were not disappointed. Everywhere was clean on our arrival. It was centrally placed and only a few minutes walk to the town centre. The greeting and cleaning packs were appreciated as always and especially the doggy one! Loved the new initiative of leaving any unused food for a local charity. The only thing I would mention is that it would be great to have two bath sheets per bedroom as only one is provided along with a hand towel and a small bath towel which would be fine for small children but doesn’t wrap round an adult very well. On saying that the towels are lovely and soft and the beds are comfy. Would highly recommend
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Restful stay

Byways was very clean and comfortable. Excellent location for local amenities and for visiting other villages. Would thoroughly recommend
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2024
Thank you so much for your review and recommendation! We are so happy you found Byways very clean and comfortable. Located in central Keswick, it is only a short walk into the town centre. We hope you had a wonderful time and we hope to welcome you back again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely property

I also book this place. We love it. Beautiful and clean and has plenty of facilities. Close to Fitz Park and the town.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 December 2024
Thank you for your amazing 5* review, it's great to hear that you enjoyed your most recent stay at Byways! The location of the property is great, so close to everything yet lovely and quiet at the same time. We hope that you'll be back for another stay soon :-) Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

The perfect Cottage Byways

Byways is the perfect cottage we have been going for 8 years and we love it, sometimes twice a year Very cosy has everything you need plus always immaculate and clean. The cottage has been updated recently newly painted rooms and new carpet etc looks fab well impressed lovely bathroom and two good size bedroom's. We take our Cocker Spaniel too because doggie friendly plus 5 minutes walk Into town so near everything plus Fitz park. We cannot wait to go again next year
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2025
Hi Dave, Thank you for your lovely review. We're thrilled to hear that you have been coming to Byways for such a long time and intend to come next year. It is in the perfect location, especially if you have a pooch as Fitz Park is only a 5 minute walk away. We look forward to welcoming you back next year! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Susan B.

Cosy winter break

Lovely cosy cottage for a weekend or winter break. Small but all you need for a couple (& two dogs). Clean and comfortable very good location for town and dogs loved Fitz park.
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2023
Hello Thank you so much for your review, we are so glad that you had such a lovely stay. We hope it is not too long until your next stay with us. Kind regards, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent

Facilities excellent. Clean and spacious for the two of us. Enjoyed our stay there. Recommend the place and certainly will return there. Close to shops, food stores and walks.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2024
Thank you so much for your 5 star review and your recommendation! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Byways and we love that you plan to return! We are so glad you found the location ideal as well! We cannot wait to welcome you back when you next visit! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Short stay at Byways

Perfect location, walking distance into Keswick town centre. Added bonus of a courtyard garden. We didn’t find the sofa’s very comfortable but apart from that small niggle, 10/10 property.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Holiday in Keswick

Our cottage in Keswick delivered above our expectations! It was well prepared for meal prep and dining. The beds offered a good night sleep after hiking. The location was an easy walk to the city park and downtown businesses.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Byeways in July

Well equipped, end of terrace cottage. Location good for Fitz Park and town centre. Outside seating in enclosed garden.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Return to Byways

We have stayed at Byways many times now. It’s quiet but only a few minutes stroll into town. It was very clean as usual and improved by moving the double bed to a larger room. Kitchen is well equipped and has everything we need. A larger, more comfortable sofa would be beneficial after a long day walking. Customer service is efficient and friendly. We will return!
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
Thank you so much for you review of Byways! We love that you're returning guests and noticed the improvement of moving the double bed to the larger room. We are so happy like usual it was very clean and the kitchen was well equipped with everything you needed. Thank you for your suggestion about a larger, more comfortable sofa- we will pass this onto the owner. Thank you so much for you kind comment about our customer service, we really appreciate it and that you took the time to write this review. We can't wait for you to return! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place

A lovely property in a fantastic location only 5 mins walk to centre. Plenty of free parking on the street outside (first come basis). The property had everything we needed and was spotlessly clean on arrival. A nice welcome pack of tea,coffee biscuits and milk and a lovely tub of treats and a toy for our dog which was a lovely thought. Would stay again and have no problm using Keswick cottages again. Easy booking and excellent communication.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 February 2025
Thank you for your lovely review of Byways, we are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay (and your welcome pack)!. The property is in a fantastic location with it only being a 5 minute walk into the town centre, and so many beautiful walks can be reached from your doorstep! Thank you also for your kind words about our service, as a small independent business we really do appreciate the feedback! We hope to welcome you back again soon! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cosy, convenient cottage

We spent a good week in this cosy cottage. It was conveniently situated close to the town and within easy reach of the lake, parks and other places of interest. Any problems were minor. The front door was not easy to open. The garden area was small and could do with some pruning of shrubs. Having said this we have rebooked for next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
Hi Colin, Thank you for your review. Nested in the backstreets of Keswick but only a short walk in to town make Byways the perfect base for exploring the area. We look forward to welcoming you back next year for more adventures. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lindsay R.

Keswick dog friendly

Great location. Easy walk into keswick but far enough back for it to be quiet and easy to park Beds comfortable and kitchen well equipped. Bathroom/towels/bedding were all nice and clean. However general cleanliness of kitchen equipment and floors could be improved. (under table leg dog hair/ dust)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our stay at Byways at a dog friendly cottage

The cottage was lovely and cosy. The location was great for activities and walking the dog. We really appreciated the little hamper left for us. We would definitely return :) Unfortunately we couldn't get the dishwasher to work but this didn't affect out stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2024
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We love that you appreciated the complimentary welcome pack and that you found it to be situated perfectly, with access to the town centre being only a short walk. We are based in Keswick, so if you need any help whilst you stay please contact us and we will happily rectify any issues. Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We’re Regulars

We’ve stayed at Byways every year for perhaps the last 10 years or so, so that tells you all you need to know as far as we are concerned. It’s a nice cosy little house, perfect for the two of us and our two dogs, but also enough room for a couple of extra people as well. It’s in a great location, just a short walk into the town, parking is usually easy enough on the street and the little patio area is great to sit out after a days walk on the fells. It’s furnished to a good standard, the kitchen is reasonably equipped, good bathroom, and the beds are comfortable. Ticks all our boxes.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Excellent as always

We have stayed at Byways numerous times. It’s always spotlessly clean and well presented on the first day, also with a handy kitchen essentials pack. Sofas are comfortable for a rest at the end of a long walk, unless you did that in the pub! Beds are comfortable so you get a good sleep to recover for the next days hike! Great location for a 5-10 walk to the town centre, or an hour in the opposite direction to the top of Walla Crag. We’ll be back again soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Peaceful cosy cottage.

I would pretty much reiterate what others have said. It's a nicely maintained, cosy cottage. It's very quiet as it's on one of the less frequented streets in Keswick. Well-equipped kitchen and very comfortable bed in the main bedroom. I chose to book with Keswick Cottages as they are a smaller independent business I believe, with good reviews and I found them friendly and quick to respond to queries. The cottage was ready on time and immaculate on arrival. David.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 December 2024
Thank you for your fabulous review, we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Byways. It's great to hear that the bed was nice and comfy so you could enjoy a good nights sleep, the peaceful location also helps. Thank you for the comments regarding the service that you received, we're really happy that you had a good experience booking with us! We'd love to host you again soon. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages

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