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Dorchester House

4.0 star property
Upscale Victorian bed & breakfast, walk to Derwentwater

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Traditional Double Room (8) | View from room
Exterior
Classic Single Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Family Room (6) | Bathroom | Shower, eco-friendly toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
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  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

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17 Southey Street, Keswick, England, CA12 4EG
  • Popular LocationTheatre By The Lake9 min walk
  • Popular LocationDerwentwater10 min walk
  • Popular LocationLodore Falls6 min drive
  • AirportNewcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)110 min drive

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Room options

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Family Room (6) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Room (6)

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Traditional Twin Room (3)

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Double Room (4) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double Room (4)

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Double or Twin Room (5)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Traditional Double Room (8) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Traditional Double Room (8)

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (2) | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Family Room (2)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Classic Single Room | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Classic Single Room

  • 73 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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$159 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 11 - Jul 12
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About the neighborhood

Keswick

Located within a 5-minute walk of Keswick Museum and Art Gallery, Dorchester House is within a 15-minute stroll of Derwentwater. The 8 rooms at this 4-star bed & breakfast include coffee makers, Smart TVs, and TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Theatre By The Lake - 9 min walk
  • Derwentwater - 10 min walk
  • Cumberland Pencil Museum - 11 min walk
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle - 3 min drive
  • Lodore Falls - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 24 min drive
  • The nearest major airports are:<br />Carlisle (CAX): 56-min drive, 45.4 mi/73 km<br /> Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL): 111-min drive, 92 mi/148.1 km<br /> <p></p>

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pocket Cafe Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Wainwright - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Chief Justice of the Common Pleas - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Fox Tap - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Gun - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Dorchester House

Upscale Victorian bed & breakfast, walk to Derwentwater
At Dorchester House, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free offsite parking if you drive. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide tour or ticket assistance.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and beds are dressed in premium bedding. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, portable fans, and desks.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Books

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1896
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 6 and younger (only guests older than 6 are allowed)

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free nearby parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Dorchester House Keswick
Dorchester House Bed & breakfast
Dorchester House Bed & breakfast Keswick

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Dorchester House?

Dorchester House provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do around Dorchester House?

This bed & breakfast in Keswick is within a 10-minute walk of Derwentwater, Theatre By The Lake, and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery. You'll also find Cumberland Pencil Museum and Hope Park less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Dorchester House?

No, there isn't parking at the bed & breakfast but you'll find free parking nearby.

Does Dorchester House feature a casino at the property?

No, Dorchester House doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Dorchester House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What do couples enjoy most about Dorchester House?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a smart TV as well as a nature reserve.

Does Dorchester House have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does Dorchester House feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Dorchester House offers free English breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Will Dorchester House allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dorchester House.

Does Dorchester House have connecting rooms?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Dorchester House?

The closest major airport to Dorchester House is Carlisle (CAX), which is about 27 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Dorchester House?

No, at Dorchester House, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Dorchester House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay
Fabulous stay with Lorraine and Simon. We received a very warm welcome, the room was spotless and very comfortable and the breakfasts were superb. Thank you, we look forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An exceptional guesthouse - felt very comfortable and looked after. Great breakfast, perfect location and very well priced. The owners really couldn’t have done more! Amazing. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robbie

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners were extremely pleasant and helpful, and provided a wonderful breakfast. The room was a bit small, and the bathroom might present some problems for an obese guest. Fortunately, we are both small people, and had no problems at all! The town is fascinating, with access to a beautiful lake and walks, many pubs, and interesting shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we set foot on the property, Lorraine and Simon impressed me with their warm welcome and concern for their guests. They went out of their way to be helpful at every opportunity, they quickly learned our preferences and accommodated them, and they were friendly with every interaction. The room was clean, comfortable, and the amenities were spot on. The food was delightful. I will absolutely be booking here on my next trip to Keswick.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Glenn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Dorchester was immaculate. I was in a small single room with a seperate spacious bathroom and shower, accessible only to me. The only gripe I had was that since my room was at the front, people would stand chatting right under my window. I don't usually mind, however when it is at 6 - 7am in the morning, forget about having a lie in. It might be an idea to request guests in the area to be more considerate to others when hanging around outside. One guy just wouldn't stop talking and I could hear the entire conversation. I was tempted to tell him to cork it and clear off. Lorraine, the landlady was very attentive and welcoming. She made sure everyone was comfortable and happy. Little cakes would appear on the hallway table with my room number on them. My friend stayed in another B&B nearby, which in comparison made the Dorchester look like a luxury hotel. The Dorchester was so clean and crisp that everything looked brand new. I would definitely recommend staying at the Dorchester.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place to stay
I stayed at Dorchester house with my auntie for 2 nights, really lovely place. Very well kept and spotless throughout. Lorraine and Simon made us feel welcome from the second we arrived. Really lovely couple. The rooms had everything you would need for the stay, beds were comfortable, as the weather was hot a fan was provided. Breakfast was delicious, excellent quality and good selection. There is seating in the front garden to sit in the fresh air. Excellent location as it is only a few minutes walk into the town centre and about10-15 minute walk to derwentwater lake, beautiful place. I would 100% stay again and would recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vladas

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved the place - from comfy beds to bathroom, from charging station to the view from the window. The breakfast was great as well. Would recommend it without any doubt
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, caring owners. Highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Thomas, Strongsville

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrific stay. Lorraine and Simon were great hosts who look after every detail. I would definitely recommend this accommodation to anyone traveling to Keswick. Great breakfast, beautiful property, and friendly hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maritess

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
excellent
Great little b n b. No issues at all. A lovely stay with lovely hosts . Would definitely use again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spotless, Great Breakfast and warm and friendly hosts. Wouldn’t hesitate to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay!
We had a lovely time staying here- it was spotlessly clean, super friendly hosts and the breakfast was really nice too with lots of options. Will be back to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fabulous guest house, with lovely owners. Nothing was too much trouble, and we were made to feel very welcome. Superb breakfast options available, and all delicious.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Warm welcome- fantastic stay
Really impressed with our stay at Dorchester House. Right in the door step of Keswick and the Lakes but the best part was the service- nothing was too much for Lorraine and her welcome was always so warm. Especially impressed with the lengths she went to accommodate dietary (vegan) requirements.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic
A beautiful B&B in a great location. Couldn’t fault anything about our stay at all. The room was spacious, airy, immaculate and well equipped with everything you need. Breakfast was great, lots of choice and the hot food was always cooked to perfection. Both Simon and Lorraine were great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was there for 2 nights. Good breakfast both mornings, very clean room and bathroom. My only issue was with the bathroom. Sink very small with a small glass shelf just above it. Therefore very little space to wash face or shave. Moving this shelf to the left or placing it on the opposite wall would have solved the problem very easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022