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Impressive views from the property over Keswick and Latrigg
A beautiful bright living area at the front of the property
The living/dining area boasts an open fire
Books, games and maps are provided and can be found in the living area of the property
The spacious kitchen is found on the 1st floor at the rear of the property

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Derwentwater
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Central Keswick
  • Place, Derwent Pencil Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Keswick Museum and Art Gallery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Derwentwater
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Skiddaw Skies - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Skiddaw Skies is situated in a quiet no through road in the heart of Keswick, an ideal location for easy access to local amenities, Fitz Park and the beautiful Lake Derwentwater, yet tucked away from any passing traffic or passers-by. This beautiful apartment is the upper floors of a lovely Victorian property, accessed by a flight of steps, and its elevated position provides fabulous panoramic views across the fells from all windows.

The lounge is spacious, light and comfortable, with two settees, dining table and chairs, internet enabled Smart TV with integrated DVD, CD player and large windows looking across Keswick towards Catbells and the north western fells. This room has an open fire for cosy winter evenings and books and maps on the local area are provided.

The modern fitted kitchen is situated next to the lounge and is well equipped with an electric oven, gas hob, dishwasher, washer/dryer, fridge, freezer, microwave and a breakfast bar with great Latrigg views.

The luxurious main bathroom is fitted to a high standard, with a large shower, roll-top bath, wash basin and WC.

On the middle floor, there are two adjacent bedrooms. The large double bedroom has oak furniture providing plenty of storage space, a flat-screen TV and a super-king sized bed from which the fantastic fell views can be admired. This room has an ensuite bathroom with a shower, wash basin and WC.

The second bedroom has twin beds, oak furniture and views towards Skiddaw.

The top loft floor of Skiddaw Skies has been recently converted to a third bedroom with twin beds, oak furniture and ensuite WC with basin. The two large velux windows on either side of this room provide amazing views of both Skiddaw and the north western fells. All bedrooms are dressed in luxury linens and towels.

There is a superb roof terrace with furniture which is the perfect place to sit and take in the wonderful scenery over a sunny breakfast or on summer evenings. A private parking space for one car is allocated just opposite the property.

Skiddaw Skies is suitable for bookings with one small dog.

Please note the property has a number of flights of stairs so may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues.

Reduced occupancy may be available for this property if only one or two bedrooms are required. Please contact the office to enquire.

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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

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Property # 11081152
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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lodore Falls and Ullswater. Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre and Womenrock are also worth visiting.
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Central Keswick

What's nearby

  • The Puzzling Place - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Derwent Pencil Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Keswick Museum and Art Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Hope Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Derwentwater - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 25 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Round - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Back Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Strawberry - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Skiddaw Hotel - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Skiddaw Skies - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Skiddaw Skies - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

As of 29 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Skiddaw Skies - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms on 1 March 2027 start from NZ$319, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Skiddaw Skies - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Skiddaw Skies - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Skiddaw Skies - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Skiddaw Skies - an apartment that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

Situated in Keswick, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of The Puzzling Place and Derwent Pencil Museum. Hope Park and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent few days in Keswick all based around lovely accommodation
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 October 2025
Hi Andrew Thank you for your review. We're thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at Skiddaw Skies. The views from the lounge are stunning and provide lots of inspiration when planning the day's activities. Best wishes, Keswick Cottags.
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10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Wonderful

Wonderful apartment very homely and comfortable will definitely be back it’s one of our favourites have stayed in Skiddaw skies many times over the years.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 February 2026
Hi Denise, Thank you so much for your lovely review. It truly means a lot to us to hear that Skiddaw Skies feels so homely and comfortable for you — that’s exactly the feeling we hope every guest leaves with. It’s especially wonderful to know that it’s one of your favourites and that you’ve chosen to stay there many times over the years. Guests returning again and again is one of the biggest compliments we could ever receive. We’d be absolutely delighted to welcome you back whenever you’re next in Keswick. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

Verity S.

Perfect accomodation, perfect location! Couldn't have asked for more!

We stayed in Skiddaw Skies and the downstairs property The Ridgeway as a party of 10 ladies celebrating my 50th birthday! The accomodation was spot on for what we were looking for being perfectly located for the town centre but also walking distance to the lake! The property was well fitted out with everything needed including a fabulous coffee machine which luckily used the same coffee pods as my own machine back home! The bed linen and towels were of superb quality, which all added to the homely feel! We would totally recommend this property and are now hoping to make this trip an annual event going forward! Can't wait to come back!
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2026
Hi, Verity! Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re absolutely delighted that Skiddaw Skies and The Ridgeway were the perfect choice for celebrating such a special 50th birthday with your group. It’s great to hear the accommodation worked so well for a party of 10 and that the location was ideal for enjoying both the town centre and walks to the lake. We’re really pleased you appreciated how well equipped the properties were — especially the coffee machine! It’s also lovely to hear such positive feedback on the quality of the bed linen and towels, as those homely touches really do make a difference. Thank you for the recommendation, and we love the idea of this becoming an annual tradition for you all. We can’t wait to welcome you back again in the future! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

A working trip with clients.

Great location. Super property. Enjoyed by my clients. Amazing views. Photos do not do it justice. XC60 car to park. Its tight, but it's parking which is tough in Keswick. If you've anything bigger it would be hard. Everything else spot on. Would stay again.
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8/10 Good

Excellent Accommodation

Great accommodation in a lovely location with great views and a car parking space. Easy access to all local amenities.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 April 2025
Thank you for your lovely review of Skiddaw Skies, we are so happy to hear you had an enjoyable stay at the property! One of the highlights of the property is definitely the views, which can be enjoyed from the living room whilst having your morning cup of tea! The parking space is definitely a bonus with its central Keswick location! We look forward to welcoming you again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful property

Our first stay at Skiddaw Skies and we had a wonderful few days. A lovely property in a great location in town and amazing views of the surrounding fells. There's loads of space at the entrance for coats and shoes and a warm cosy feel to the place. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed and the welcome packs for us and the dog were a nice touch. Beds were comfy and the showers good. We were lucky with the weather so got some good walking done but there's masses of books, games, dvds etc provided for rainy days or for those who just want to chill. It's worth being aware that the allocated parking space is a little tight so if you have a big vehicle it might be a struggle, and also to mention if you have mobility issues this property isn't for you as there's A LOT of stairs!
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10/10 Excellent

Last week in November

Lovely stay as always . Excellent views ,central position ,kitchen well equipped with all you need for yoir stay . Lovely roll top bath for long soaks after hilltop walks . Huge comfy bed in main ensuite bedroom . This is our 6th or 7th stay . We will be back . Thankyou Keswick cottages .
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10/10 Excellent

Jean E.

Ladies getaway

Excellent property in great location. We knew about the steps and stairs and negotiated them carefully. Well equipped and warm.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2023
Thank you so much for your 5 star review about Skiddaw Skies! We are delighted that you found the property excellent and we agree it is located perfectly! We are so glad that you found Skiddaw Skies well equipped and warm! We hope you had a fantastic holiday and we hope to welcome you back when you next visit! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

We had a wet weekend stay with our 5 year old daughter

Despite the weather we had a lovely stay at Skiddaw skies. The apartment was beautiful, clean, well equipped and in a great location. My daughter loved the selection of toys and games to explore. We couldn’t have asked for more.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 December 2024
Thank you for your terrific 5* review! We are so happy that you had a nice weekend (despite the rain!) at Skiddaw Skies. The views are always beautiful regardless of the weather and we are happy to hear that there was plenty of entertainment for the little one. We hope to host you for your next break in the Lakes. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages.
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10/10 Excellent

shaon k.

Good stay at Skiddaw Skies

Skiddaw Skies has a great location being within very close walking distance of shops, restaurants, the food coop, and even hiking trails. We were able to walk to several of the trails right from the front door. The rooms are cozy (but not small), and the lounge is full of books, games and DVD's for all ages. The kitchen is modern and stylish.
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10/10 Excellent

Welcoming & comfortable with great views.

It is a lovely property and some of the views from inside were spectacular. We found that it was kept to a very high standard and was very welcoming. Anyway, all in all, we have all had a very pleasant experience. The common shower is INTENSE! Loved it.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2024
Thank you for the fabulous review, we're thrilled that you enjoyed your stay! It is a really magnificent property, there are few places that could boast better views of Keswick. The waterfall shower is fabulous indeed, and the roll top bath is a winner too! Thanks for your comments, we hope to host you again soon. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages.
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10/10 Excellent

Skiddaw Skies

I have just enjoyed a weekend stay at this property with my brother and parents. It's very spacious and more than enough room for 4 adults and a dog. The location is ideal, just a very short walk from the main street. There are a lot of stairs but this was not a problem for us.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2023
Thank you so much for your lovely review about Skiddaw Skies! We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Skiddaw Skies and that you found it spacious for everyone in your party! We agree it is situated perfectly to enjoy being away from the busy main street but also just a short walk from the main street! We hope to welcome you back when you next visit. Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona S.

Superb!

If I was mean, I’d try to put you off so we can book Skiddaw Skies anytime we like! We’ve been several times before and we love it. The views are spectacular and the accommodation is comfortable. Lots of steps to keep you fit, but great location for enjoying Keswick and surrounding areas. This time, we didn’t move the car once we had parked it in its off road designated spot. Superb!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2024
Thank you so much for this superb 5 star review about Skiddaw Skies! We are delighted that you are returning guests! We love how you said the steps keep you fit! We agree Skiddaw Skies offers outstanding panoramic views! We think that the car parking space is a brilliant feature of the property! We are so glad you had another fantastic stay at Skiddaw Skies, and we can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

September Birthday Get away

Skiddaw Skies is a lovely property . The views are amazing .The seating balcony out back is a must on a sunny day . The deep roll top bath is wonderful after long walks especially on wet days . The property has everything you need . Fridge freezer oven microwave and the welcome pack of tea coffee etc is lovely when you first arrive .The master bedroom has a very comfy huge bed .
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2023
Thank you so much for your lovely review about Skiddaw Skies! We are delighted to see that you found that the property had everything you needed! Thank you o much for your feedback about the welcome pack, we think its the perfect way to introduce you to the property after you've been travelling! We agree the panoramic views that Skiddaw Skies offers are outstanding! The roof terrace is such a special feature and means you can really enjoy the views of Latrigg and Skiddaw whilst enjoying some food and drink or just relaxing! We hope you had a wonderful holiday and we hope to welcome you back when you next visit! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

Comfort with Views

We had an excellent week at Skiddaw Skies and the views did not disappoint. How great to be able to wash-up and see the fells at the same time. The apartment was warm, cosy and comfortable with plenty of books, games and DVDs and the central location was great for the shops and bus stops (we did not bring the car). We particularly loved the large map in the kitchen so we could plan our walks. The only improvement would be to have a pyrex casserole or two, with lids, for re-heating food.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 October 2024
Thank you for your fantastic 5* review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your time at Skiddaw Skies. It sounds like you have had a fantastic stay and we hope that the weather was kind to you for your walks. A good read and some boardgames in the evening are the perfect way to end a nice day out in the fells as well. Thank you for the helpful feedback, we will pass this on to the owner. We hope to host you again for another Lakeland break. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

Just wonderful!

This is the the 5th time I’ve stayed at Skiddaw Skies (plus one stay in Ridgeways, the flat below)…. So that really says it all. It’s perfect in every way! From the gorgeous bathroom to the wonderful terrace. The kitchen is a ‘cooks kitchen’….weighing scales, casserole dishes, plenty of baking trays, measuring jugs etc. As a family we prefer to eat in, and the property has everything you need including ample crockery and glasses so that the dishwasher doesn’t need to be on every verse end! The only thing that I would consider to be an improvement would be the inclusion of an air fryer- but by no means a deal breaker!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 September 2025
Hi Joanne, Thank you for your lovely review of Skiddaw Skies! Perfectly placed in the centre of Keswick with it's own dedicate parking space, Skiddaw Skies is the perfect base for a stay in the Lakes. The views from the lounge are stunning and the terrace at the rear of the property is the perfect place to unwind with a glass of wine after a day of exploring. We hope we can welcome you back to Skiddaw Skies for a 6th time very soon! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

Another amazing week

This is our 3rd stay in Skiddaw Skies and we love it more each time. The weather wasn't ideal (unusually high winds all week making it difficult to walk or even stand up above 1,000 ft on most days), but after mornings out spending the afternoons looking out at the ever changing weather made up for this. The cottage is cosy, the location great to pop out to the supermarket and having the parking space just outside brilliant. It is on the pricy side compared to other places (particularly when there are only 2 of you), but the benefits you get make it worth every penny.
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10/10 Excellent

Déborah D.

What views

Booked for a week as our usual choice was taken. We are so pleased we tried this wonderful house. It is well stocked for self catering, has a large kitchen with breakfast bar with wonderful views over Latrigg. A very warm and comfortable house, a home from home. The bathroom is very large and spacious with a lovely large tub and shower. The sitting room is equipped with books, games and DVD’s along with fantastic views over Catbells, Causy pike and Scar crags and on a clear day you can see for miles. Good communication from Keswick cottages regarding arrival and departure. A very comfortable stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 March 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review of Skiddaw Skies, we are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay at a new property! Skiddaw Skies offers some of the best views in Keswick, especially on a clear day its lovely to sit and enjoy them with a cup of tea! It sounds like you made the most of what the property has to offer which is fantastic! We hope to welcome you back soon! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent

What a stunning property in a fantastic location. The property is very well equipped with everything you could possibly need for a week or so away. The balcony at the rear is a massive bonus and we used it a lot, both in the morning and evening, with views across Latrigg and Skiddaw. In fact there are views from the front across to Catbells due to its elevated position. The only point you need to be aware of is the steps, there are a number of stairs to and in the property but as long as you are able this shouldn’t be a problem and the quality of the property far outweighs this. We have already booked again for next year!
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2024
Thank you for your lovely review about Skiddaw Skies! We are so happy that you thought the property was stunning and we agree it is in a stunning location! Because of Skiddaw Skies' elevated position, it offers beautiful panoramic views of the local fells, which you could spend all day watching! We do mention that the cottage can only be accessed via a flight of stairs in our description so our guests are aware and can decide whether Skiddaw Skies is right for them. We are so happy that you found the cottage well equipped and we hope you had a wonderful stay! We can't wait to welcome you back next year! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent holiday accommodation

The location and views were outstanding. The property was maintained and cleaned to a high standard. We very much enjoyed the decor, ambiance and beautiful paintings and photographs throughout the property. We were extremely comfortable throughout our stay. There are 6 levels: the ground level entrance hall, family bathroom, kitchen and living room, roof terrace, two bedrooms and the top small bedroom with spectacular views. Each level separated by a small flight of stairs. The kitchen was well stocked with equipment and the living room had many quality books and games for all ages. The roof terrace was excellent for breakfast, and drinks and relaxation day and evening. The property provided us with a unique and very enjoyable holiday experience
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2024
Thank you so much for your 5 star review about Skiddaw Skies! We are so happy that you found the location and views outstanding! We're so glad that you enjoyed the ambience of the cottage and that you were very comfortable! We are even more happier to know that you found Skiddaw Skies well equipped, and that the living room had something for all ages to enjoy! We love the roof terrace, so we are over the moon to know you enjoyed it too! We are delighted that you had a unique and very enjoyable holiday! We hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Keswick! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing views and location

We had a fantastic sunny week at Skiddaw Skies. The terrace gave almost 360 degree views of the surrounding fells and was a wonderful place to eat and drink al fresco at all times of the day. Furthermore, the views from nearly every window were stunning. The set up of two twin bed rooms was a real plus and meant our children could each bring a friend with them on holiday. It was really well equipped, and the tea, coffee and biscuits welcome pack was a lovely touch. Cleaning equipment and products were also available which is good. The bright raspberry pink living room walls were a real statement! Wall to wall carpets on the stairs may have presented a vacuuming challenge due to the dog hair, but I highly recommend this property.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2024
Thank you so much for your 5-star review and recommendation of Skiddaw Skies! We are so happy you had a fantastic sunny week! We know Skiddaw Skies offers amazing views of the surrounding fells which can be enjoyed on the terrace and offers a place to dine outside. We're so glad you're children could have a friend on holiday with them, we hope they had the bestest time! We're so glad you enjoyed the welcome packs, always useful for a starter pack on your self catering holiday. We hope to welcome you back! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

An Early 2024 Break in Keswick

Skiddaw Skies is a large and comfortable property situated in an ideal position for access to the town while giving spectacular views of the fells around Keswick. Our stay was perfect, communications were good and the accommodation was actually better than the online images. Close to town but quiet and very comfortable. Nicely updated to include a lovely main bathroom, a modern kitchen and bedrooms thoughtfully equipped with nice bedding and pillows you can actually sleep on. En suite to the two rooms we used, again well appointed, although if you're taller than average you may need to watch your head in them. There's a handy decked balcony with table and chairs to the rear, a little slippy give the time of year and decking but not dangerously so and a large selection of games and DVDs for those Lakes days that test your outdoor gear. There are a lot of steps if you have mobility issues, but we didn't find that a problem. This is a great place to stay and could easily have been spacious enough for more than our small group.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 January 2024
Thank you so much for this review! We are so happy you found it to be situated ideally for access to town and it does provide some amazing views of the surrounding fells. We are so glad your stay was perfect and you enjoyed the updated main bathroom and that you found the beds well appointed. The decking is a great feature of the cottage. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the generous selection of games and DVDs. There are lots of steps but we have made that detail clear in the description of the cottage. We are so glad you found this a great place to stay and we hope you had a great time exploring Keswick. We hope to welcome you back if you visit again. Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
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8/10 Good

Alison S.

A review of Skiddaw Skies

This apartment is in a very convenient place for the centre of Keswick. We found it clean, comfortable and well equipped. I don't have many criticisms, however, there is only one parking space which was made difficult to access by cars parking on the pavement opposite. There are a lot of stairs in the property - I counted 66 from street level to the top bedroom. The doors have closures on them because they are fire doors and these can be a bit fierce - one shut on our 6-year-old granddaughter's finger! We had some problems with opening the main bathroom door. While the welcome packages in the kitchen were very generous and useful, there was only one spare toilet roll which was not kept in the bathroom but in the cleaning cupboard.
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10/10 Excellent

3rd stay and still perfect

We're recently back from our 3rd stay at Skiddaw Skies and just love it. We tried a different time of the year in the hope of better weather (than in the Autumn) and no such luck! Still, we had a fantastic time. The accommodation suits us perfectly as it's so conveniently located for buses and shops and local walk possibilities from the door. Plus it's so comfortable. It has the added bonus of plentiful books and maps to browse through and many puzzles and games if the weather really turns. And of course, the wonderful views, which really help with walk planning as you can see what the weather is doing. The many stairs are not an issue for us - the hardest ones are on the outside of the property and could be tricky in ice, but there is a handrail. I also like dealing with a local office. We'll be back!
Response from VrboOwner on 17 June 2026
Hi there! Thank you so much for your lovely review — and for choosing to return to Skiddaw Skies for a third stay. That really does mean a great deal to us. We’re delighted to hear how much you continue to enjoy the property and that it suits you so well, whatever the season — even if the weather didn’t quite play ball again! It’s great to know the comfortable setting, convenient location for buses, shops, and walks, and those ever?changing views all help make it such a special place to stay. It’s also lovely to hear you made the most of the books, maps, and games — they really do come into their own when the weather turns, and the views are perfect for planning the next adventure. Thank you as well for your helpful note about the steps and handrail, which will be useful for future guests. We really appreciate your kind words about booking with a local team too — as a small, independent business, that means a lot to us. We’re so pleased you had another fantastic stay, and we’ll look forward to welcoming you back again — hopefully with a bit more sunshine next time! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
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10/10 Excellent

shaon k.

Good stay at Skiddaw Skies

Skiddaw Skies has a great location being within very close walking distance of shops, restaurants, the food coop, and even hiking trails. We were able to walk to several of the trails right from the front door. The rooms are cozy (but not small), and the lounge is full of books, games and DVD's for all ages. The kitchen is modern and stylish.

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