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Greta Howe

4.7 Based on 24 reviews
  • Central Keswick
  • Sleeps 6
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 2

Overview

Greta Howe is a superb first floor apartment in what was formerly the Keswick School Of Industrial Art that was opened in 1894 by Canon Rawnsley, one of the founders of the National Trust and which led the way in the Arts and Crafts movement. It was here that, for many years, beautiful and much sought after handmade silver and copper metalwork was created that has today become famous around the world. The spacious, split level, open plan lounge with kitchen and dining area is complemented by three welcoming bedrooms, smart shower room and a feature bathroom with roll-top freestanding bath.

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
Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Gas & Electric Included
Gas & Electric Included
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
Guests can rest tired feet and enjoy a soak in the stunning rolltop freestanding bath after a day of exploring

Description

A large spiral stone steps lead to the first floor veranda, looking out across the River Derwent to the stunning skyline of Latrigg and Skiddaw and the world famous former Cumberland Pencil Mill. The front door opens to the bright, airy and spacious open plan living area. This incredible space is quite unique with its high vaulted ceiling with impressive wooden beams. Comfortable sofas and armchairs are arranged around the feature fireplace with gas stove. A couple of step lead to the elevated, bespoke, fitted kitchen, that overlooks the living area with range cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. To the side the large family dining table is set into the bay window, with views over the lower roof to the northern fells.

Choose from one of three welcoming bedrooms all with their own Smart TV. To the front is the spacious dual aspect master bedroom with superking bed and views to Skiddaw. A further double bedroom with king bed and a twin bedroom are situated further to the rear of the property. The bedrooms are complemented by a feature bathroom with an elegant rolltop bath where you can relax after a day on the fells and enjoy the view to the hills beyond, a large walk in shower cubicle, basing and WC. Off the landing is a smart shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC.

This stunning apartment has high vaulted ceilings, beautiful picture windows, an immense amount of character and offers very high quality accommodation just a few minutes walk from Keswick’s bustling market square, with it’s wonderful selection of local shops, bars, restaurants and cafes.

With easy access to walks of all standards, from gentle low level walks beside the river, or following the old railway line across the valley, to the high level walks to Skiddaw or the towering peaks of the north Lakes, excitement on two wheels on the tracks through Whinlatter Forst or waterborne adventures on Derwentwater, Greta Howe offers first class accommodation for friends or families whatever the time of year.


Guests can park in front of the building (Bridge Cafe car park). Outdoor chairs are provide to sit out on the veranda on a summers evening.

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Reviews

22nd September 2024

5

Best ever
I have stayed at many Lakeland cottages over the years. This was the best. At 80 years old and living in Canada, I was thinking that this might be my last visit to the Lakes. Greta Howe has me thinking about another trip.

Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We love that Greta Howe is the best place you've stayed in! We are so happy you enjoyed another trip to the Lake District and we hope this won't be your last! We hope you had another wonderful time here! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , September 2024

08th September 2024

4.7

Excellent Location
Better information needed regarding parking. Noisy plumbing. Showers seems to be limited one only at once. Good size family room and eating area. TV in all rooms.

Thank you so much for your review! We are sorry you had noisy plumbing, if we knew about this we would have sent our maintenance team round to investigate. We are so happy you liked the large family room and dining area. Having a TV in every bedroom is a great feature. We hope you had a wonderful time and we hope to welcome you again. Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , September 2024

01st September 2024

4.8

Wow! What a beautiful surprise!
We had an amazing stay at Greta Howe, the space is enormous but so cozy and unique, full of charm and all modernised. We loved the space! The underfloor heating in the bathroom was a luxury. Communication was easy for all our stay and we were welcomed by a bottle of fizz and biscuits. We had a couple of rainy days so we enjoyed the space and cooked in the bespoke kitchen. We had a great time and we would love to come back soon, thank you so much for having us on such a short notice!

Thank you so much for your review of Greta Howe! We are so happy you had an amazing time here and that you found spacious but cosy and unique! The building was previously the Keswick School Of Industrial Art that was opened in 1894 by Canon Rawnsley, one of the founders of the National Trust and which led the way in the Arts and Crafts movement. We are so glad you enjoyed your bottle of fizz and biscuits. We are so pleased you had a great time and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , September 2024

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27th May 2024

5

Reviewed On
guestbook.com

Our second stay in the wonderfully characteristic Greta Howe. Brilliantly located so close to the centre of town. Also left the weekend with a fiance!

23rd February 2024

5

Reviewed On
airbnb

Amazing space and location! Right across the river from the town center. Beautiful and lots of room

11th May 2023

5

Reviewed On
airbnb.com

Lovely clean and comfortable accommodation.

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