Luxury 17th Century Cottage. Central Keswick With Parking.

Keswick, England
$165 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

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 hascommanding 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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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Availability
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees Welcoming Dogs Only
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 50+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Sailing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Stereo Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains Near A Hospital On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Michael B.

    Submitted May 24, 2026

    Stayed May 16, 2026

    Fantastic quaint cottage in a great position being only a short walk to the town centre. Lovely sitting room with a big dining table, big modern TV and good wifi and a small but well appointed kitchen with all mod cons including an air fryer. Also there is a nice outside courtyard space. Two large bedrooms, one ensuite (shower) and another larger bathroom with a bath and shower next to bedroom 2. Two parking spaces big enough for any size car are situated a very short walk away (entrance on the right to the business centre just past the cottage if travelling from Crosthwaite Road (A5271) going towards the town centre). Porch Cottage has everything you need for your stay and and I can 't recommend highly enough. Owners were very responsive and easily contactable if any issues. Only thing to bear in mind is that downstairs has underfloor heating that is set, so if too warm best call Steven (number in handbook) and he will sort out (lives over the road). We had a great stay and would not hesitate in coming back to Porch Cottage in the future.

  • Jane H.

    Submitted Mar 8, 2026

    Stayed Jan 16, 2026

    Cosy, location, clean, comfortable

  • Jan H.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    Fabulous cottage with everything anyone could want, Welcome pal of tea, coffee, milk was very welcome. The outside bath was magical for looking at the stars. Everything was just perfect, we strongly recommend this delightful cottage.

  • Judith L.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    Beautifully maintained 17th century cottage. No expense spared with the decor, furnishings, bed linens or kitchen equipment. Look out for low doorways, part ot the charm of a lovely old cottage. Lovely spa bath area outside . Friendly, helpful communication with the owner. Easy walking distance to Keswick shops, pubs and restaurants. Fantastic views front and back

  • Damian Dickson D.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2023

    Stayed Oct 10, 2023

    Cottage is immaculate, a perfect location for our few days exploring the area.

  • MERRAN M.

    Submitted Oct 11, 2023

    Stayed Oct 6, 2023

    We enjoyed this well renovated, very clean cottage. Friendly hosts and many extra luxuries were appreciated.

  • Chris B.

    Submitted Sep 30, 2023

    Stayed Sep 25, 2023

    Lived up to our expectations. Cosy & very comfortable . Easy walk into centre of Keswick. Plenty to see and do in the area & beyond. Will definitely stay again

  • Jennie D.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2023

    Stayed Apr 8, 2023

    We came from Canada, and everything about our stay was lovely. Location, cleanliness, amenities…everything. Would stay there again in a heartbeat. Ian (next door neighbour and manager) was absolutely lovey and very helpful.

  • Jayne D.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2022

    Stayed Sep 17, 2022

    Had a wonderful week at this lovely property, very well managed and very clean, we had great weather and had many wonderful walks from the door. I would definitely recommend this cottage with so many original features it was a joy to stay here, Thank you to the owner Stephen.

  • Dave W.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2022

    Stayed Jun 4, 2022

    This is a 17thC property with a lot of character, which comes at the price of a sore head if you are over 5'-10 tall! It is also pretty gloomy and stuffy, with little natural light and ventilation. Bizarrely, they are converting the very small courtyard into another bathroom using a conservatory-type room. There is already and bathroom and en-suite. Not only does this remove the only outdoor space, but it is likely to be pretty warm. It is within easy walking distance of the town with its restaurants, shops and pubs. It also has quick access to the Cumbria Way if you are a walker. The downside is that it's on a noisy main road into town and the bedrooms are on the road side of the house. The finishings, equipment, customer service and cleanliness are all first class. There are also two spaces for cars a very short walk away, which is vital in a town setting. Overall, we had a good week, but the downsides are such that we won't be returning.

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$165+
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