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Porch Cottage 17th Century Cottage. Central Keswick With Parking. Pet Friendly
Riverside cottage with kitchen and patio
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
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Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Outdoor Bath
Bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Porch Cottage 17th Century Cottage. Central Keswick With Parking. Pet Friendly
This charming holiday cottage dating back to 1698 offers the very best in luxury self catering accommodation in Keswick-fully furnished and equipped to the highest standards throughout whilst retaining some wonderful original features.
The cottage is available for weekly stays commencing on a Saturday throughout the year.
On arrival at Porch Cottage you'll enter through the original oak studded door into this beautiful property which is full of character.
The cottage has commanding views of the river with mountain views of Latrigg and Skiddaw to the front with Catbells and Grisedale Pike to the rear.
In the sitting room there's an oak beamed ceiling, cushioned seats in the alcoves and log burner (initial logs provided on a seasonal basis) The modern world has landed here though, you can access Wi-Fi and enjoy smart television.
The kitchen has underfloor heating under the original Skiddaw black slate slabs which always warms the heart as well as the feet on those early mornings. The beautiful fitted kitchen has everything you would need to self cater, including an AEG fridge freezer, a Siemens oven with induction hob, and a washer / dryer. Attention to detail and quality equipment is on offer including a Juperana Bordeaux granite worktop. And of course there is a dishwasher so no one has to do the pots!
Outside there is an enclosed courtyard with seating concealing an outdoor bath. Ideal for those who wish to bathe under the stars in complete privacy.
On the staircase take a moment on the way up to admire the original 17th Century mullion window.The bathroom features a double bath, shower, sink, loo, and bath robes for you to use during your stay. A combi boiler with instant hot water ensures you can always have a long soak after a day out.
Porch Cottage is unusual in that both its bedrooms are luxurious and spacious with terrific views over the river Greta towards the fells. The master bedroom is en-suite with a shower and has a six foot super-king bed whilst the second has a superking which can also be setup as two single beds if required. This makes the cottage perfect for two couples or a family of four.
Both bedrooms have smart televisions and all our beds are fitted with Egyptian cotton sheets and individually styled bedding. Soft and fluffy bath towels are provided for use during your stay.
The second bedroom has an interesting feature relating to the cottage’s history when the little adjoining room was used for sewing during the period of the Keswick Linen Industry. This sewing room has a comfy chair for you to enjoy fabulous views across the sweeping River Greta towards Latrigg and Skiddaw.
The cottage is just a three minute level walk from the town centre, so you can leave the car as there are two allocated parking spaces at the rear of the cottage.
This is the ideal cottage for your memorable stay.
If the cottage is unavailable for your required dates why not try our other two bedroomed property, River Cottage (ref 8155816)
The cottage is available for weekly stays commencing on a Saturday throughout the year.
On arrival at Porch Cottage you'll enter through the original oak studded door into this beautiful property which is full of character.
The cottage has commanding views of the river with mountain views of Latrigg and Skiddaw to the front with Catbells and Grisedale Pike to the rear.
In the sitting room there's an oak beamed ceiling, cushioned seats in the alcoves and log burner (initial logs provided on a seasonal basis) The modern world has landed here though, you can access Wi-Fi and enjoy smart television.
The kitchen has underfloor heating under the original Skiddaw black slate slabs which always warms the heart as well as the feet on those early mornings. The beautiful fitted kitchen has everything you would need to self cater, including an AEG fridge freezer, a Siemens oven with induction hob, and a washer / dryer. Attention to detail and quality equipment is on offer including a Juperana Bordeaux granite worktop. And of course there is a dishwasher so no one has to do the pots!
Outside there is an enclosed courtyard with seating concealing an outdoor bath. Ideal for those who wish to bathe under the stars in complete privacy.
On the staircase take a moment on the way up to admire the original 17th Century mullion window.The bathroom features a double bath, shower, sink, loo, and bath robes for you to use during your stay. A combi boiler with instant hot water ensures you can always have a long soak after a day out.
Porch Cottage is unusual in that both its bedrooms are luxurious and spacious with terrific views over the river Greta towards the fells. The master bedroom is en-suite with a shower and has a six foot super-king bed whilst the second has a superking which can also be setup as two single beds if required. This makes the cottage perfect for two couples or a family of four.
Both bedrooms have smart televisions and all our beds are fitted with Egyptian cotton sheets and individually styled bedding. Soft and fluffy bath towels are provided for use during your stay.
The second bedroom has an interesting feature relating to the cottage’s history when the little adjoining room was used for sewing during the period of the Keswick Linen Industry. This sewing room has a comfy chair for you to enjoy fabulous views across the sweeping River Greta towards Latrigg and Skiddaw.
The cottage is just a three minute level walk from the town centre, so you can leave the car as there are two allocated parking spaces at the rear of the cottage.
This is the ideal cottage for your memorable stay.
If the cottage is unavailable for your required dates why not try our other two bedroomed property, River Cottage (ref 8155816)
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Keswick
Located in Keswick, this cottage is in the mountains and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lodore Falls and Ullswater. Womenrock and Go Ape Whinlatter are also worth visiting. Sailing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.

Keswick, ENG
What's nearby
- Derwent Pencil Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Derwentwater - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Hope Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Theatre By The Lake - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Lodore Falls - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Crooked River Tap - 8 min walk
- The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - 7 min walk
- Dog & Gun - 8 min walk
- The Filling Station Cafe - 8 min walk
- Yonder - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Stephen Lyle-Mason
Hi, we are Stephen & Di Lyle-Mason. Di has lived in this most beautiful town of Keswick since she was 12 years old. It took me a few more years to join her.
In 2004 we seized the opportunity to purchase Porch Cottage (Ref: 8155817) This grade 2 listed cottage dates back to 1698 and was in need of a complete restoration. We hope you like the results.
In 2013 we kept walking past what is now known as River Cottage (Ref: 8155816) After saying to each other that we really shouldn't get another property, we went for a viewing. The rest as they say is history.
In 2004 we seized the opportunity to purchase Porch Cottage (Ref: 8155817) This grade 2 listed cottage dates back to 1698 and was in need of a complete restoration. We hope you like the results.
In 2013 we kept walking past what is now known as River Cottage (Ref: 8155816) After saying to each other that we really shouldn't get another property, we went for a viewing. The rest as they say is history.
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