Guests say
Scots Pine is a highly praised cottage in Keswick, celebrated for its ideal location, comfort, and well-equipped facilities. Guests appreciate the property's homely feel, beautiful decor, and thoughtful touches, including a welcome basket. While there is a mention of cleanliness needing a bit more attention in some areas, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests planning to return.
The cottage generally receives high marks for cleanliness, with many guests finding it very clean. However, one review mentioned that some areas could benefit from more thorough cleaning, suggesting a slight room for improvement.
The location is consistently lauded for being peaceful yet conveniently close to Keswick town centre, with easy access to local walks and attractions. It is described as perfect and idyllic by numerous guests.
Guests find Scots Pine extremely comfortable, with special mentions of cosy furnishings, comfy beds, and a warm atmosphere. The property is described as a 'home from home,' indicating a high level of comfort.
The cottage is praised for being well-equipped and maintained, with a fully furnished kitchen and amenities like smart TVs. There are minor comments about a self-locking door and a lack of wood for the log burner, but overall, the facilities are highly regarded.
The thoughtfulness of the owners is evident through mentions of a generous welcome basket and prompt responses to queries. While gifts are appreciated, it is noted that such personal touches, though delightful, may vary and are not guaranteed.
About this property
Scots Pine is a superb Victorian cottage, nestled in a peaceful area at the foot of Latrigg Fell, within easy walking distance of Keswick town centre.
Park outside then down the path to the front door which opens into the kitchen with space for coats and boots. The contemporary kitchen is equipped with quality appliances, and everything you could need to enjoy your stay. Enter the bright triple aspect and living/dining room with a comfortable corner sofa and cosy log-burner, Smart TV, music system and DVD player perfect space to relax together. Upstairs you have 2 large bedrooms, both have views towards Latrigg and TVs. The master bedroom is super king/twin, dual aspect room, with a vaulted ceiling, beams and window shutters and en-suite shower room. The second bedroom again dual aspect with super king bed and a large luxury family bathroom with twin basins, WC, bath with shower over. To the front of the property, there is a lawned area, enclosed garden and a raised south-facing patio with outdoor dining furniture, which is a real suntrap and great to enjoy al fresco living.
From the cottage you can enjoy a lovely walk up Latrigg Fell, with great views all around. Keswick is a friendly market town who’s twice weekly market recently won the coveted ‘Best Outdoor Market’ award. There’s also a fantastic array of shops offering everything from craft bakeries and local produce, antiques, crafts and outdoor clothing. There’s also a delicious range of pubs, restaurants, bistros, cafes and wine bars, and a quirky 100-year-old Alhambra Cinema, offering first class cinema entertainment in traditional surroundings, or enjoy some live theatre or music at the Theatre By The Lake on the shores of Derwentwater. Beautiful Derwentwater offers serene lake cruises, boat hire and paddle board activities. You’re spoilt for choice with walks up Cat Bells, Skiddaw, Coledale Horseshoe and Blencathra. Ashness Bridge and Surprise View a short drive away above the Borrowdale Valley should not be missed; nor should the unspoilt village of Watendlath. Head underground at Honister Slate Mines, enjoy mountain biking in Whinlatter Forest; explore the exquisite beauty of Borrowdale and the Scafell range. For day trips throughout the Lake District, Ullswater is a short drive away offering lake cruises, great walking and the beautiful Aira Force Waterfall, Buttermere and Crummock Water offer sublime scenery.
The popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year. The town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf, excellent parks, the famous Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing and great mountain biking opportunities, whilst the beautiful lake of Derwentwater at the head of the stunning Borrowdale Valley is only a few minutes walk from the town centre. Nearby, between Braithwaite and Buttermere is the beautiful Newlands Valley, while picturesque Bassenthwaite Lake is well worth a visit. From a gentle countryside ramble to a challenging hike up Skiddaw or the famous Catbells, there really is something for everyone. Visit Castlerigg Stone Circle, the Jennings Brewery and Mirehouse, a grand house and gardens on the shores of the Bassenthwaite Lake, or take a fabulous boat trip around Derwentwater. With plenty of attractions for the kids, lovely parks and the nearby Lake District Wildlife Park this is a great Lakeland destination whatever the time of year.
Accommodation
Highly Commended Four Star property.
Two bedrooms: 1 x super king-size * ZIP/link CAN BE 2 X twin ON request* with en-suite shower room with basin and WC, 1 x super king-size.
Bathroom with shower over bath, twin basins and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, DVD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and high chair available (cot bedding not provided).
Garden with patio and furniture to the front of the property.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Sorry, no smoking.
Pub 11 min walk.
Shop 16 min walk.
Derwent Water 21 min walk.
Nearby points of interest
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
Reviews (35)
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Rebecca
The house was supplied with everything you could need (and more) including a lovely welcome hamper. The furnishings in the house were lovely, we felt the property was even nicer than it looks in the photos! We have stayed in Keswick on many occasions and this has been our favourite property, we would love to return and would recommend to others.
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Kath
Thank you, lovely to be back at the cottage.
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Nikkla
We had a such a wonderful stay over the new year despite the weather in Scots pine such a lovely cottage everything you could think of to make your stay comfortable like the, wood burner, great showers, the really comfortable super king size beds just fab would really recommend this cottage