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Powter Howe

3.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Whinlatter Forest Park

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Lake view
Point of interest
Garden
Double Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Thornthwaite, Keswick, England, CA12 5SQ
  • Derwentwater
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lake District Wildlife Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Lodore Falls
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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Room options

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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 Cumberland 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

  • Cumberland Pencil Museum - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Derwentwater - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Lodore Falls - 12 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • Catbells Lakeland Walk - 20 min drive - 10.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chief Justice of the Common Pleas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Pheasant Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lakeland Spice - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bank Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Brysons Theatre Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Powter Howe

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

Languages

English

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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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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 Cumberland 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 u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like free breakfast and a garden plus some guestrooms include lake views.

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, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

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 that I can book at Powter Howe?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Powter Howe.

Powter Howe Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 210 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 210 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 210 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 210 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 210 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

david

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

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

Home from home

Very traditional 500 year old Tudor house. It’s beautiful. Has its quirks - sloping squeaky floors, uneven walls, nooks & crannies & so much history! The landlady is a fabulous baker, serving up all homemade mince pies, millionaires shortbread & a homemade bread as part of breakfast! She even makes her own jams & chutneys - I bought 2 to bring home. It’s like staying in a home from home. It’s warm, welcoming, cosy & so homely. Plenty of parking space outside, lots of wildlife roaming in the gardens & beautiful dogs in the house. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

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

Outstanding views, warm welcome, well looked after

From the moment I arrived I was made to feel at home. Fresh biscuits and cake greeted me, and the room was made up every day. Breakfast was really tasty, particularly nice sausage - and an abundance of fresh juice and fresh bread. It felt like home from home, and by the end of the third night I felt I'd made a new friend. And the views of Skiddaw are amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ADAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant all round. Lovely host, lovely property and amazing value! I loved the warm fire, cakes and a delicious breakfast. Highly recommend this place and will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another comfortable and enjoyable stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Amenities
It was the most beautiful place to stay. Old worldly charm, delicious cooked breakfast and a little plate with cakes when we got back from a day out. There was a cozy open fire to sit and read by and our hostess was friendly and helpful. Would love to return one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Staff & service
A unique property,and a pleasure to stay there
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben

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

Best BnB ever

It was one of the most comfortable stays I’ve ever had. From the cozy cottage to the home cooked breakfast with the stunning views of the Lake District from the garden. There were baby chickens running around and cows just over the fence. The room was comfortable and the house was very nice and warm. I could not recommend enough.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was very welcoming. The house and gardens were stunning and steeped in history. The breakfast was plentiful and home-cooked. We look forward to returning in the near future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Thoroughly recommended

Stayed for a week, wish it could have been longer! Host was faultlessly polite and helpful. Wonderful accommodation, fantastic location and stunning scenery. Breakfast was so tasty, I bought some eggs to take him with me. On site dogs were well behaved and friendly. Great base for exploring the Lake District, with quick access to Keswick and surrounding area. Room was comfy, en suite was clean, and the gardens were beautiful. Will come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tahira

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

Lovely place

Host is a wonderful lady and makes you feel at home. Less than 10 minutes walk to Bassenthwaite Lake.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I wanted somewhere peaceful away from tourists and crowds and I got it. I also wanted a place that wasn't as commercialized as most other places in The Lakes, and I got it. I found, to my great delight, something largely unchanged by commercial pressure and time. Sunlit oak floors and furniture and deep plush furnishings that echoed the sounds of birds and hens running free in the sumptuous gardens that tumbled down to the view of the lake. Two old rescue dogs that minded their own business unless engaged, each seemingly unconscious of their great fortune in having been rescued by the owner, Mrs. Lockwood, who is as diligent with her visitors as she is with her beloved canines. A breakfast room that wouldn't look out of place in a period English drama, to complement the rest of the immaculately-maintained ramshackle long house that weaves and curves around entwining stairs, whose delicate scents preserve in some places the woodsmoke tang of generations of family winters around elegant fire grates. The house is unblemished and unencumbered by tasteless tat and modernity; no TV's to annoy other guests, but with quality Wi-Fi that keeps visitors connected, if they must be, in such a space of peace and quiet. It's perfect for combing quiet relaxation with the frenetic pace of Lakeside tourism.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The host was lovely and welcoming. The area was super quiet. And the private drive was available for parking car, keeping car safe. The room was clean, spacious. Walk to nearby lake in less than 10 min. Close to Keswick area. The bed was comfortable (I stayed in twin room).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tatyana

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely cottage in a quite area, very close to lake. Thank you Karen!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan Ernest

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful old Elizabethan farmhouse in a glorious garden.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful breakfast and a gracious host!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property set in a beautiful location. The host was very welcoming and we enjoyed a good chat each day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simply wonderful and will be back. One of the highlights of our trip back home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

chloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful property and home with such a warm and welcoming host :)
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had an eccentric
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024