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Dorchester House

4.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast in Keswick with free breakfast

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Classic Single Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
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Free daily English breakfast
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
17 Southey Street, Keswick, England, CA12 4EG
  • Theatre By The Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Cumberland Pencil Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Derwentwater
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪54 min drive‬

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Family Room (6) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room (6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Traditional Twin Room (3)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Double Room (4) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room (4)

  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Double or Twin Room (5)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Traditional Double Room (8) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Traditional Double Room (8)

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room (2) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room (2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

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Classic Single Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 73 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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 Hope Park. 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 - 0.5 miles
  • Cumberland Pencil Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Derwentwater - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Lodore Falls - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 24 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chief Justice of the Common Pleas - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Keswickian Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Wainwright - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Gun - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Woodstone Pizza & Flame Grill - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Dorchester House

Victorian bed & breakfast in Keswick with free breakfast
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

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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 provided

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 within 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 and a smoke detector
  • 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.

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 Theatre By The Lake, Derwentwater, and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery. You'll also find Cumberland Pencil Museum and Hope Park less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park 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 will couples enjoy most about a stay at 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, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

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 at Dorchester House?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Dorchester House.

Dorchester House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 64 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 69 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 69 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 69 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

s

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying at Dorchester House. Lorraine is such a wonderful host, always helping with any information we need and goes out of her way to help me with storing my luggage before checkin and after checkout.The location is fantastic, just next to the Town centre and bus stops. The street is well-lit and safe to roam even when dark. The room is super cosy and the bedding is clean and so comfortable that my kids would love sleep-in instead of going out and about. The breakfast is delicious and Lorraine makes sure they are served hot. The lake is just 10mins walk and there are many dining options. I cant recommend this place enough and Lorraine and Simon are the best hosts. Thank you for giving us such a lovely stay in Keswick!❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hosts are amazing, nothing was too much trouble for them, the location is perfect for getting into Keswick and the rooms lovely - the breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable guest house. Lorraine and Simon could not have been nicer or more welcoming. Breakfast was great. Really wish we had planned a loner stay than two nights
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

patrick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming and attentive, could not have asked for anything better
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Simon and Lorraine were very welcoming hosts and us feel at home during our short stay. The B&B is situated on a quiet residential road near the town centre with parking avaible on the roadside. We found our room well furnished, clean and spacious with a good ensuite bathroom. One can choose from a variety of breakfast items including full English, porridge, etc, all freshly prepared in the morning. Simon and Lorraine do a great job running their guesthouse and long may that continue.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
people great. area in the middle of everything. Breakfast outstanding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice people, and looked after us all, really well
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved this humble b&b and its staff! Room and bathroom were clean and they are so nice and accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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