Tawny Cottage

4.8 Based on 37 reviews
  • Portinscale
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1

Overview

Tawny Cottage is a lovely lakeland retreat for couples and families alike. Full of original features including stripped pine doors, floors, and open fireplace. Gas central heating and a well equipped kitchen. This lovely homely cottage is situated in a quiet area and ideal for anyone wanting to be in a village yet close to all amenities and Lakeland walks. Easy walk to the local village pub & tea room, and only a 20 minute stroll into Keswick centre. Allocated parking spaces for two cars. Free Unlimited WI-FI & Netflix included.

Features

Parking
Parking
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
No pets allowed
No pets allowed
Great views
Great views
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 bedrooms have original cast iron fireplaces, luxury bed linen with co-ordinated soft furnishings, and stunning views of Skiddaw

Description

On entering this fabulous Lakeland cottage you will find yourself in the stunning kitchen-diner, which has been completely refurbished in 2023. The kitchen makes a lovely place to socialise while you cook and dine, and is well-stocked and equipped with a double range master gas oven, dishwasher, fridge-freezer, washer-dryer and microwave.

The warm and welcoming lounge is ideal for spending quality time with friends and family. There is plenty of comfortable seating, a stunning open fireplace perfect for cosy nights in, board games and books to enjoy, and even a Smart TV.

On the first floor, there are two bedrooms, well-furnished with solid oak furniture, as well as quality beds and mattresses dressed with luxury linens and towels. The double bedroom room has plenty of storage space with bedside tables, wardrobe and a chest of drawers. There is room for a cot if required. The second bedroom has two single beds, bedside table, wardrobe, chest of drawers. Both bedrooms have original cast iron fireplaces, stunning views of Skiddaw, and well co-ordinated soft furnishings and decor.

The beautiful Victorian-style bathroom is also on the first floor, and features a roll-top bath, ideal for soaking tired muscles after a day of exploring the great outdoors!

There is a small enclosed garden to the front, and another offset to the rear of the property. This is accessed via descending wooden steps from the elevated patio area at the back door. The lawned rear garden is south-facing, with garden furniture ideal for al-fresco dining.

Guests will not need to worry about where to leave the car(s) during their stay as there are two well-sized allocated parking spaces for the cottage.

The cottage is perfectly placed at the heart of the charming village of Portinscale. The popular Farmer's Arms pub is conveniently only a stones throw away, and The Chalet tearoom, Lingholm Gardens and the marinas also nearby. The views from the cottage are sure to inspire and walkers will delight at what's on offer straight from the front door. Head up Catbells for a fantastic birds eye view of Derwentwater. 10 minutes from the property, the walk takes you along the lakeshore, through woods where Beatrix Potter set some of her best loved books.

This cottage is next door to Fell View, which may prove ideal for two families wishing to holiday together.

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Reviews

Excellent in every respect
It's such a treat to come home to Tawny Cottage every evening after a long day out on the fells! Comfortable, cosy and spacious, with everything you could possibly need.
Good property & location
Good property close to Keswick. Walks from the door, no need to use the car all holiday. Cottage has everything you need for a good stay. Double Bed ok but not the best, poof needed in lounge so you can put your feet up after a days walking, also an ash bucket required to be able to clean out the fire and ash bin outside.

Thank you for your lovely review of Tawny Cottage. We couldn't agree more that the location of this property is ideal for walks from the doorstep whether it be a starting point for a walk around Derwentwater, a hike up Catbells or a gentle 15minute stroll to Keswick town centre. The Farmers arms pub being just 1 minute up the road is also a bonus [Emoji Removed]. We will pass on your helpful feedback for the owners consideration regarding the bed, ash bucket and foot rest.. I can imagine a few guests might benefit from putting their feet up after a long day exploring this beautiful area. We hope we can welcome you back again soon.

Keswick Cottages , October 2026

Fantastic place for our family trip
Stayed here for a week in order to attend Keswick Convention and the property is in excellent and well maintained condition. We all slept good and well, the layout of all rooms is well thought out too. Its a 15-20 minute walk to Keswick using a footpath that is away from the main road, which is quiet and scenic.

Hi there! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the property to be in excellent condition and well maintained throughout. It’s wonderful to know that everyone slept well and that the layout of the house worked so well for your group. Thoughtful design can make such a difference, especially when staying with family or friends. We’re also pleased the location suited you for attending Keswick Convention. The footpath into Keswick is a real bonus, offering a peaceful and scenic route into town away from the main road while still keeping all the town’s facilities within easy reach. Thank you again for your kind words. We’re so pleased you had an enjoyable stay and would be delighted to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , August 2026

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Great bade and facilities. Really impressed with everything, needed nothing. Found a lovely walk into Keswick centre, about a mile away.
Fantastic cottage, beautiful views from bedroom. Bedding was prestigious and comfortable. Quality cottage and furniture. Spacious in side.Thank you for the lovely stay at the cottage, had a wonderful time. 5 star for cleanliness’s spotless. Very cosy thank you for the great communication through out our stay.
This is a great cottage, with a really cozy and homely feel. I was really impressed with the furniture and finishes, which are quality and of a high standard. There isn't much in the village where it is located, but you are only 5 minutes walk from the lake, and 15 minutes walk or 5 minutes drive from the centre of Keswick. Lovely fell view from the kitchen window or back patio/garden. Very quiet, relaxed and chilled, just what we were looking for.
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