Acorn Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms
The entrance porch, which provides storage space for coats and boots, opens into a large living room with plenty of comfortable seating and an open fireplace with a traditional Lakeland stone surround, TV, DVD, Bose CD player and radio.
A fully fitted quality kitchen and utility area contains an electric double oven, gas hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine and tumble-drier.
The separate spacious dining area has table and chairs, bookshelves with a selection of books, CD's, DVD's, toys and games for your enjoyment.
On the first floor there is a large master bedroom with super king size bed (can be made up as twin beds on request - £15 charge applies) and room for a cot if required, a king size room, a newly fitted bathroom with a shower over the bath, a vanity unit with basin and a wc, and a further washroom with basin, vanity unit and wc.
On the second floor there are two single bedrooms with views of Castle Head and Walla Cragg through velux windows. These two rooms are light and airy but have limited headroom.
Outside there is a small enclosed rear patio with a gated side passage giving access on to the street. There is unrestricted on-steet parking in front of the cottage. Free unlimited Wi-Fi is included in the rental.
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About the area
Keswick
Keswick is home to this cottage. Ullswater and Dubwath Silver Meadows reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre and Womenrock. Go Ape Whinlatter and Raw War Paintball Games are also worth visiting.
Keswick Museum and Art Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
Theatre By The Lake - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Derwentwater - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Derwent Pencil Museum - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Penrith Station - 20 min drive
Carlisle (CAX) - 57 min drive
Restaurants
The Wainwright Pub - 5 min walk
Crooked River Tap - 6 min walk
Cafe Hope - 6 min walk
The Round - 5 min walk
Brysons - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Acorn Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Acorn Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms?
As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Acorn Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms on 10 August 2026 start from NZ$842, 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 Acorn Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Acorn Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Acorn Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Acorn Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 4 bedrooms located?
Situated in Keswick, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Hope Park, Keswick Museum and Art Gallery and Theatre By The Lake. The Puzzling Place and Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Spacious property, within walking distance of town. Did report that bins were overflowing outside with black bags piled high both on the floor and on top of the bins on two occasions (appeared bins had not been cleared for weeks). Some areas of 5he property were a little dusty otherwise clean.
The kitchen is rather small for a property of its size making it a bit difficult to have more than one person using it at a time, and bath a bit tight to get in/out of.
Beds comfy.
Jane B.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2026
Hi, Jane!
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback — we really do appreciate it. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the spaciousness of Acorn and its easy walking distance to town, and that the beds were comfortable.
We’re genuinely sorry about the bin situation you encountered. Bin collections are managed by the local authority rather than by us or the property owners, but we completely understand how frustrating it is to arrive and find them overflowing. We made every effort to get this resolved during your stay, and we’re grateful for your patience while we chased the council. It’s definitely not the welcome we want guests to have.
Thank you as well for noting the bit of dust you spotted — we’ll follow up with housekeeping to make sure everything is up to our usual standards going forward.
Acorn has quite a unique layout, and you’re right about both the compact kitchen and the rather quirky bath. The kitchen works well for day?to?day use, but it can feel tight if more than one person is trying to navigate it at once. Your comments are really helpful, and we’ll make sure they’re taken into account as we continue to review the property.
We’re really glad that, despite these things, you found the property comfortable overall, and we appreciate your honest and balanced feedback. It helps us continue improving the experience for future guests.
Best wishes,
Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mr T.
17 November 2025
Mid week stay at Acorn cottage
We had a very comfortable stay from Monday to Friday at Acorn cottage despite some rather wet weather. The cottage was nicely decorated and furnished and well equipped. It is well positioned to walk in to Keswick to take advantage of Keswick's attractions.
Mr T.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2025
Hi, Alan!
It's great to hear that you enjoyed your stay. While the weather wasn't great, it's a great excuse to use the open fireplace with a traditional Lakeland stone surround, and we do have washer/dryer facilities in the kitchen for cleaning up after a wet day! On the second floor there are two single bedrooms with views of Castle Head and Walla Cragg, so even if you didn't get to hike up, at least you had a brilliant view.
We hope you'll consider visiting again in summer!
Best wishes,
Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
4 November 2025
Perfect base for lakes adventures.
Second time using acorn cottage, Its a perfect location for access to the town, and the lake. Many walks can just be started from the doorstep. Cottage is again clean and perfectly equipped with everything you need for your stay. Highly recommended.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
15 December 2025
Fantastic stay
2nd visit to this gorgeous cottage. Beautiful as ever. Everything you could need like home from home. Trimmed up ready for Christmas which we loved. Spotlessly clean. Having the fire made it very cosy. So close to centre with so many beautiful shops/pubs and attractions. Loved the Christmas/victorian market. Such a lovely community. Will book again soon. Thank you
Response from VrboOwner on 15 December 2025
Hi, Carolyn!
We're so glad that you've enjoyed your second visit to Acorn Cottage! When's visit number three?!
Acorn Cottage is a spacious double-fronted, 4 bedroom property believed to be almost 200 years old. Full of charm and character it has recently been fully renovated and refurbished to a high standard. It is very conveniently situated in a quiet area yet within a few minutes walk of both Keswick town centre and Derwentwater.
Christmas is, of course, a great time to visit!
Best wishes,
Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
14 September 2025
Fabulous cottage so close to both the town and superb walks
Fabulous cottage so close to both the town and superb walks. Cottage is clean and well appointed. The dog treats were very appreciated by the boys! Bedrooms clean and comfy. Keswick cottages highly recommended.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2025
Hi Andy,
Thank you for your review. Acorn Cottage is only a 5 minute walk to the town centre with it's many quirky shops and great places to eat and drink. Most places are dog friendly too which is great for your pooches! We're thrilled your boys loved their pup packs and we hope you all had a fantastic holiday.
Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
8/10 Good
david J.
21 September 2025
A good week at Acorn Cottage
We had a very good week staying in Acorn Cottage the property was very clean and the beds comfortable. The cottage is well equipped we didn’t really want for anything. Our dogs even had their own welcome pack of treats and a chewy rope.
Our only criticism is that the settees were quite low, so all in all we were very happy.
david J.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2025
Hi David,
Thank you for your review. Acorn Cottage is on a quiet street but is still close to the hustle and bustle of Keswick Town centre with it's quirky shops and many places to eat and drink. We hope your dogs enjoyed their welcome packs and that you all had a fantastic stay.
Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
8/10 Good
1 June 2025
Great cottage
Lovely cottage in central Keswick, east to get to the lake and the town centre.
Spacious lounge and dining area with good sized bedrooms. The top floor only really suitable for children due to head height.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2025
Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad you found the cottage lovely and that the location was ideal for your party. We hope you made some special memories! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 September 2024
Perfect location, cosy and accommodating.
The cottage is a great size with everything you need for a perfect stay. The beds are super comfortable, kitchen has everything you would need and customer service is great. Location is perfect as it’s so close to Keswick centre and when we couldn’t go on walks because of the rain staying in was just as enjoyable.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2024
Thank you so much for your review of Acorn Cottage! We are so happy you found the cottage a great size for your party and that it had everything you needed for a perfect stay! We are so pleased that you found the beds comfortable and even on rainy days you enjoyed staying in. Thank you so much for your kind comments about our customer service, it really means a lot! We hope to welcome you back! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 September 2024
Perfect location, cosy and accommodating.
The cottage is a great size with everything you need for a perfect stay. The beds are super comfortable, kitchen has everything you would need and customer service is great. Location is perfect as it’s so close to Keswick centre and when we couldn’t go on walks because of the rain staying in was just as enjoyable.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 September 2024
Perfect location, cosy and accommodating.
The cottage is a great size with everything you need for a perfect stay. The beds are super comfortable, kitchen has everything you would need and customer service is great. Location is perfect as it’s so close to Keswick centre and when we couldn’t go on walks because of the rain staying in was just as enjoyable.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
27 August 2025
Very Comfortable Cottage in an Excellent location in Keswick
My family and I plus the dog stayed in Acorn Cottage for a week. The Cottage is in an excellend location within a 5 minute walk into Keswick Town centre. The cottage was clean and very spacious, large living room and dining room and large bedrooms.
The welcome packages left were good and very thoughful as there was a separate one for the dog. I have recommeded this to family and friends and I would certainly return. Thank you
Response from VrboOwner on 28 August 2025
Hi Julie,
Thank you for your lovely review of Acorn Cottage. It is perfectly situated, only a short walk from the town centre where you will lots of interesting independent shops and plenty of places to enjoy a meal. With most places in Keswick being dog friendly it is the ideal place to bring you pooch and we hope they enjoyed their pup-pack! We hope we can welcome you back again soon.
Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
12 January 2024
Acorn cottage New Year 24
We returned for another stay at this lovely well equipped comfortable cottage in Keswick. It has everything you need for a fabulous holiday and a superb location.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 January 2024
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We love that you're returning guests to Acorn Cottage. We are so pleased you find it to have everything you need whilst on your holiday, and it is situated perfectly to enjoy a short stroll into town but also be away from the noise of the town centre. We hope you had a wonderful time celebrating the New Year at Acorn Cottage. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
30 June 2024
Excellent
Great house, within easy walking distance of town. Clean, tidy, everything you need for a stay. Comfortable and great price.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2024
Thank you so much for your 5-star review of Acorn Cottage! We are so happy that upon arrival you found it clean and tidy, also that it was equipped with everything you needed for your self catering holiday. We are so glad to know you found it comfortable and in a great location for walking into town. 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
11 March 2024
Nice cottage, great location
Pleasant stay, great location close to everything. Property is clean and comfy, stayed before and would definitely stay again.
Only issue is with the gate at the side to the rear doesn't close properly and dogs can get out onto the road.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2024
Thank you so much for your review! love that your returning guests to Acorn Cottage! We're so happy you found it clean, comfy and in a great location. Thank you for your comment about the rear gate, we will fix this for future guests. We hope you had a wonderful time and we look forward to welcoming you when you next return. Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
12 November 2024
Great place
Acorn Cottage is a great place and has had a face lift since we last stayed which has made a real difference.
My only small issue is the rear garden space could do with a makeover too
Response from VrboOwner on 12 November 2024
Thank you for your terrific review! We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay at Acorn Cottage and are happy to hear that you give the new look a big thumbs up. We'll certainly pass on your comments regarding the rear garden to the owners, guest insight is much appreciated! We hope to host you again soon :-) Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
John D.
22 October 2023
Excellent Property
First time we have stayed in this property but won’t be the last. Great accommodation in an excellent location close to the town centre. Easy communication with Keswick Cottages and would definitely recommend them.
John D.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 November 2023
Thank you so much for your 5 star review! We love that you found the perfect cottage for yourself! We agree the location is perfect for exploring Keswick. We can't wait to welcome you back to Acorn Cottage when you next visit. Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
16 July 2023
Fantastic Cottage
We loved Acorn cottage! A great location in Keswick, within a few minutes walk of the town, with some lovely shops and nice pubs! Derwentwater and Hope Park also just a few minutes walk away. Acorn cottage had everything we needed, it was clean and well equipped and the beds were comfy. We would definitely recommend and stay again.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2024
Hi Dionne, thank you so much for this review about Acorn Cottage. The location is perfect for walking into the town centre which has plenty of shops and restaurants. We are so happy to hear that Acorn Cottage had everything you needed and that you would stay again. We hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Janice C.
2 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Spring break
After an initial hitch with check-in we had a lovely few days in this lovely cottage. Very spacious. Kitchen small but very well equipped. Would definitely stay again.
Janice C.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2023
Hello Janice,
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay. We are so glad that you had such an amazing stay and that the initial hitch was rectified for you.
We hope it is not too long until you next stay.
Kind regards,
Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Emma S.
16 November 2023
Lovely
Acorn cottage was a beautiful house in a fabulous central location. Kitchen was well stocked with everything you needed comfy beds with very spacious bedrooms. Parking wasn't a problem at all. We really enjoyed our stay ❤️
Emma S.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 November 2023
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and that you found it comfortable and the kitchen well stocked. We hope to welcome you back soon! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
8/10 Good
julie h.
11 July 2023
Acorn cottage - overall good
Good location.
Very spacious.
Furniture a bit “tired”, but perfectly nice for a rental property. ..
julie h.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
14 May 2025
Fantastic Property & Stay in Keswick
We visit Keswick regular and this was the first time we have booked through Keswick cottages and the experience was fantastic. We particularly liked the easy booking system and the digital guide with everything we needed to know for our entire stay at the lovely Acorn Cottage.
The cottage itself was fantastic, doggy friendly and had everything we could have needed for our long weekend stay. It was clean, spacious, super light and airy which made it a nice place to chill between walks and beers. The cottage was well furnished and cosy. We’d definitely stay again. Thank you.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
10 September 2023
Nice cottage
Spacious,comfortable cottage near town centre-our third stay.Quiet area although sometimes difficult to park outside property.
Efficient service
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2024
Thank you so much for your review! We love that this is your third stay at Acorn Cottage, we are so happy you enjoyed the spacious and comfortable cottage. Thank you for your kind comments about our customer service. We hope to welcome you back to Acorn Cottage when you visit Keswick again. Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
3 July 2023
Great place to stay and ideal location
Thoroughly enjoyed our one week stay in Acorn Cottage which is in a great location - a short walk to the town centre, bus station and to Derwent Water. The downstairs was very comfortable and the kitchen well stocked. The beds were also very comfortable but the 2 bedrooms in the attic do have very limited headroom and so are best suited for older children maybe.
I would definitelly go back and would recommend
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
9 May 2024
Perfect place to stay with my family of mixed ages
Beautiful,comfy house in the best location...lovely bedding, soft furnishings & furniture, little courtyard a plus being with my 2 year old Grandson.Town moments away,loads of cracking places to eat & drink,fabulous Market,Cinema ,Theatre.Hope Park is stunning & boat trips launch regularly from Derwentwater, even the Supermarket is great (Booths).Bus Station has regular services ,we went to Ambleside to meet Family & enjoyed the scenic route ,a quaint beautiful little town.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
sarah h.
1 January 2024
Amazing cottage
Such a lovely cottage. Great space, so well furnished and great location. The bed in the main bedroom was the most comfortable I’ve ever slept in! Great location too. Could always park out front of cottage. Will definitely go back! 5*
sarah h.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 January 2024
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We are so happy you found Acorn Cottage lovely and spacious, we agree it is situated perfectly to explore Keswick. We are so glad you found the bed super comfortable and that you found the parking easy. We hope you had a wonderful time celebrating Christmas at Acorn Cottage. We can't wait to welcome you back when you return! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
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