Birchgate benefits from a private parking space at the rear of the property
The property is just a short walk from the town centre
The front entrance to the property where you can enjoy al fresco dinners in the warmer weather
The cottage is located in a quiet area, close to the heart of Keswick
A lovely relaxing space to enjoy meals on the sunny days
The rear entrance leads to the lovely country kitchen and dining space
The kitchen is equipped with dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, microwave and electric oven and hob
A farmhouse table and chairs complete this traditionally decorated room
Under stair storage provides plenty of room for boots and coats
If you don't fancy cooking, there are plenty of fabulous restaurants just a stones throw from the property
The cosy living area includes a delightful open fire
You can cosy up with a good book or watch a movie after a day in the fells
There is plenty of space in the living room for everyone to relax
Four legged friends will love to snooze in front of the open fire
The property has Wifi throughout as well as a smart TV in the living area
The master bedroom has a king sized bed and there is room for a cot if required
Towels and luxury bed linen are provided
There is ample storage space for your luggage in the master bedroom
Also provided in the master bedroom are bedside and full set of drawers, a wardrobe, dressing table and armchair
You are sure to have a good nights rest at Birchgate!
The pretty twin bedroom has 2 single beds
The twin room has lots of character, and features a beautiful decorative fireplace
The property is set out over 2 floors
Artwork of local sights can be found throughout the property
The bathroom comprises bath, overhead shower, WC and hand basin
Towels are provided for your stay
Festive decorations at Birchgate!
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Birchgate

4.7 Based on 59 reviews
  • Central Keswick
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1

Overview

Birchgate is a lovely, traditional Lakeland stone cottage, tucked away from any passing traffic but still within a few minutes' stroll to Fitz Park, the town centre and Lake Derwentwater. The cottage has a warm and cosy feel with a real fireplace for snug winter evenings along with a chiminea outside for alfresco dining in the summer. Its own parking space completes this ideal holiday cottage.

Features

Parking
Parking
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Bus stop within 0.5 miles
Bus stop within 0.5 miles
Central Heating
Central Heating
Log Burner/ Open Fire
Log Burner/ Open Fire
Linen Provided
Linen Provided
Non-Smoking
Non-Smoking
Pub within 1 mile
Pub within 1 mile
Shop within 1 mile
Shop within 1 mile
Towels
Towels
The charming lounge with open fireplace is very much in keeping with the warm cosy feel of the cottage

Description

As you enter the property, you're welcomed into the well-equipped, fully-fitted kitchen-diner with dishwasher, fridge, freezer, washer-dryer, microwave and electric oven and hob. A farmhouse table and chairs complete this traditionally decorated room. Under-stair storage provides plenty of room for boots and coats.

The lounge has a comfortable two-seater sofa and two easy chairs, Smart TV and an open fire, perfect for those cosy nights in!

Upstairs, the double bedroom has a king-size bed and is beautifully furnished with cottage bedding and matching pine furniture – with room for a cot if required.

The charming twin bedroom has two single beds, pine furniture and a lovely decorative feature fireplace. Both bedrooms will be dressed in luxury linen and towels for your arrival.

The bathroom is traditional, with WC, wash basin, bath with shower over, airing cupboard and is fully tiled.

Outside, to the front, is an enclosed garden, equipped with dining furniture and chiminea. Outdoor cushions and lanterns are provided for your enjoyment. To the rear, there is another small, south-facing garden with more dining furniture and private parking for one car.

The cottage is situated in a very quiet row of cottages, with no through traffic passing.

Wi-Fi is available at the cottage free of charge.

Keswick offers plenty of activities and amenities for your stay. Whether you’re looking for adventure activities, retail therapy, or new and exciting things to do, there’s something to keep everyone entertained.

Need to stock up on groceries for your self-catering Keswick holiday? Booths and Co-Op are Keswick’s two main supermarkets, with produce also available on the Keswick Markets.

If you’re looking to venture out into the Lake District without a car, Keswick is serviced by the X4 and X5 bus services, running all the way from Workington to Penrith, linking Keswick to local train stations

Location

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Reviews

18th May 2026

5

Excellent stay in an excellent cottage.
Stayed for a week at Birchgate and had no issues at all. The cottage is situated 5 minutes from the centre of Keswick and has the benefit of its own parking space. Everything you would need for a comfortable stay is provided including a welcome box for our two dogs. All in all a great cottage in an absolutely astounding part of the country.

Hi, Graham! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you had such a smooth and enjoyable stay at Birchgate, and that everything you needed for a comfortable week was provided. It’s great to know the location worked so well for you, being just a short walk into the centre of Keswick while still offering the benefit of a private parking space. We’re especially pleased that your dogs felt well looked after too — the welcome box is always a favourite with our four?legged guests! Thank you again for your kind words. We couldn’t agree more — it really is an astounding part of the country, and we’d be very happy to welcome you back to Birchgate again in the future. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , May 2026

02nd May 2026

5

A lovely cottage in the Lakes
We had a lovely time at Birchgate. The cottage is comfortable and very conveniently situated. Our only problem was finding the cottage when we first arrived.

Hi, Carmel! Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re really pleased to hear you had a great time at Birchgate and found the cottage comfortable and very conveniently located. It’s such a peaceful spot while still being close to everything Keswick has to offer. Thank you as well for mentioning the arrival. As Birchgate is tucked away, we do provide full directions, address details, and arrival instructions in the guest guide, but we appreciate that first arrivals can still sometimes be a little tricky, especially when you're excited to check in! We're always on the other end of the phone, anyway. We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay overall and would be very happy to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , May 2026

12th April 2026

5

Another wonderful stay
Birchgate is like home from home. Great location, quiet area and close to the town and good walks. We've been coming every year since 2015 and wouldn't stay anywhere else. Keswick Cottages staff are very good, quick and professional in what they do. They are always available should you need them. Loved the new front and back doors. Loved everything. The dog box is a lovely addition, seen for the first time last year. Our 13th visit to Birchgate - lucky for us! Already booked for next year's visit - can't wait.

Hi, Joanna! Thank you so much for such a wonderful and heartfelt review. It’s truly lovely to hear that Birchgate feels like a home from home for you, and we’re incredibly honoured that you’ve been coming back every year since 2015. Your continued loyalty – 13 visits and counting – really does mean the world to us. We’re delighted you continue to enjoy the peaceful location, easy access to town and walks, and the recent updates such as the new front and back doors. It’s also great to hear the dog box has become a favourite addition. Thank you as well for your kind words about our team; providing a quick, professional, and supportive service is always our aim. We’re thrilled you’ve already booked for next year and can’t wait to welcome you back to Birchgate once again – lucky indeed! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , April 2026

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22nd June 2025

5

Reviewed On
Airbnb

Lovely place to stay, a nice cottage within easy walk of Keswick town centre and Derwent Water.

19th April 2025

5

Reviewed On
airbnb.com

Enjoyed the stay here, lovely place and will definitely be back. Has its own parking spot which is great because parking wasn’t the best in the surrounding areas.

21st December 2024

5

Reviewed On
airbnb.com

What a perfect little place to stay. Just right size with lovely lounge with an open fire and close to Keswick centre. We enjoyed walks directly from the cottage so only drove once in the week. Hosts responsive and friendly and there was a little Xmas tree and few other decorations to make it feel homely and Christmassy. We loved staying there and would love to return.
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