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Powter Howe

Property class: 3

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A calm lake with mountains in the background and overcast sky.
A garden with a white building, a mountain in the background, and a stone urn in the foreground.
A large window with multiple panes, offering a view of a lush garden and tall trees.
A white house with a well-maintained lawn and a forested hill in the background.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a bowl on the table, and a window with plants outside.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Thornthwaite, Keswick, England, CA12 5SQ
  • Place, Bassenthwaite Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Derwentwater
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lodore Falls
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Double Room, Private Bathroom

A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a table, and a dresser.

Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with a wooden bed, a dresser, a mirror, and a floral-patterned rug.

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bedroom with two beds, a window with curtains, a table with a kettle, and a lamp.

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Keswick

Located 1.9 mi (3 km) from Whinlatter Forest Park, Powter Howe is within a 10-minute drive of other popular attractions like Derwent Pencil Museum. This 2-room, 3-star bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like free breakfast and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Bassenthwaite Lake - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Derwentwater - 5 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 11 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Lodore Falls - 21 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Honister Slate Mine - 33 min drive - 16.8 miles

Getting around

  • Workington Station - 26 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jaspers Coffee House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Wainwright Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bassenwaithe Lake Station - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Powter Howe

Powter Howe features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. Free parking is available if you drive. This smoke-free bed & breakfast also has a fireplace in the lobby.
Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children 12 and younger (only guests older than 12 are allowed)

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 5 per night

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash
  • Check-in: 4:30 PM—-9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free 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 for incidental charges and 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 cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Powter Howe Keswick
Powter Howe Bed & breakfast
Powter Howe Bed & breakfast Keswick

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Powter Howe?

Powter Howe offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What can I see near Powter Howe?

This bed & breakfast is located in Keswick within a short 7-minute walk of Bassenthwaite Lake. You'll also find Derwentwater and Derwent Pencil Museum within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Powter Howe?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does Powter Howe feature a casino at the property?

No, Powter Howe doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Powter Howe?

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

What amenities will couples enjoy at Powter Howe?

Couples staying at this bed & breakfast will appreciate amenities like a free daily breakfast and a garden plus some guestrooms include a lake view.

Are there hot tubs at Powter Howe?

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

Does Powter Howe have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Powter Howe offers free English breakfast each morning though there is no restaurant.

Does Powter Howe allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Powter Howe.

Are there connecting rooms at Powter Howe?

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

What is the closest airport to Powter Howe?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Powter Howe?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Powter Howe.

Powter Howe Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 281 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 281 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 281 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 281 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 281 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place in a lovely location. Amazing views and I felt very well looked after, would reccomend highly.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice homely place, thank you for having me
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property full of old world charm! A different view from every window & cosy log fire! Fabulously friendly host & scrumptious breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and tidy, lovely cooked breakfast with freshly baked bread. Beautiful views from the windows and the location is perfect for exploring the lake district.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Orsolya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything is perfect for the relaxation
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was amazing. Freshly cooked bread and free range eggs from the resident hens!! The host was really friendly and knowledgable about the local area. The b & b had lots of rustic charm. Ideal for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay, friendly, warm, comfortable, clean and breakfast was delicious, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leon

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Very clean .lovely old house Lovely hostess.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly as it says it is and what a small B&B should be like. Its old school simplicity with the personal touch
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great traditional breakfast, excellent cleanliness, plenty room to park
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a wonderful stay at Powter Howe, a real treat. The room and bathroom were immaculately cleaned and well kept and the host is a gem who cooks the best breakfast which includes lovely free range eggs from her own hens. Waking up in the morning to the view over a beautiful garden beyond the lake to Skiddaw was an extra treat as each morning there was a new ever changing Lake District vista. I'll definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay while hiking in the Lake District.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely B&B

A great place to stay, clean, comfortable and a friendly host. In a location perfect for exploring the local area. Always enjoy my visits!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kamil

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A fantastic stay. The lady who runs Powter Howe could not have been friendlier and was very patient with me on my arrival, including with my sad attempts to get my car into the place! This is a beautiful, proper country house - very spacious room, lovely breakfast. It is very quiet here. The log fire was amazing and it was great to spend a quiet evening here away from it all! I would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady owner was friendly and lovely from the moment I arrived. I was made to feel very welcome and was even treated to a plate of home made biscuits. The bed was comfy and I had an amazing night's sleep. Breakfast was served at a time that was convenient to me and everything was very fresh. The bread and jam were also home made. The property is in a very quiet location and in lovely gardens and provides a great place to stay during a visit to the lake district.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful, warm, clean, friendly - this place is packed full of charm and original features couldn't have asked for a better place to stay - thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
It was such a beautiful house and room. I loved the uniqueness and traditional style to it. The lady made me feel very welcome and was very helpful and friendly. Would absolutely recommend this to anyone who enjoys something different to a regular, boring hotel. Thank you so much
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place and host, very different to the usual bland hotel stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property and warm hospitality with a very nice breakfast and a couple of lovely dogs :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I hiked in from seathwaite, and was greeted with the most hospitable lady you could ask for after a long hike. Karan showed me to my room in a beautiful old farm house. If you want an escape from modern life and enjoy a simple retreat thats walking distance from keswick, braithwaite, and with bassentwaite lake pretty much on doorstep, Powter Howe is the place for you. I stayed an extra night than planned, as Powter Howe is a stunning oldy worldy get away, after a long day hiking, rambling, or cycling, sitting by a roaring open fire with a cuppa tea and homemade bakes, its a perfect end to an active day.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place and the hostess is quite hospitable. Lovely old farmhouse. Wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Absolutely Amazing.

This was the best place I have stayed in for years. I would love to go back again..... Lovely breakfast, good parking, fantastic internet and brilliant hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leighton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms and excellent host.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lynsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely peaceful country B&B with great views! Lovely host who looks after you well. Close to Keswick.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025