Shelley Cottage

4.7 Based on 33 reviews
  • Central Keswick
  • Sleeps 4
  • Bedrooms 2
  • Bathrooms 1.5

Overview

Shelley Cottage is a Grade 2 listed Georgian property built circa 1790. It is an historical listing, based on the cottage’s connection to the revered Romantic poet Percy Bysshe Shelley.
Shelley spent his honeymoon here with his first wife, Harriet, staying for several months in 1811-12.
He is thought to have frequented the Royal Oak in Keswick with some of the other lake poets, Samuel Taylor Coleridge and Robert Southey.

Features

Parking
Parking
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi
Great views
Great views
Bike Storage
Bike Storage
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
Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Pub within 1 mile
Pub within 1 mile
Shop within 1 mile
Shop within 1 mile
Towels
Towels
The pretty Summer house provides a relaxing haven to enjoy a good book and admire the Rhododendrons in bloom

Description

If you're seeking a special property with the 'wow' factor look no further than Shelley’s Cottage. This two bedroom, 1.5 bathroom, property of historical interest has been sympathetically refurbished to an exceptional standard with attention to detail throughout.

There is so much to love about this quaint characterful cottage where new and old blend seamlessly, and given the links to one of the most celebrated Romantic Poets of that era, Percy Shelley, the cottage would be an excellent choice for a romantic getaway, but also serves well family holidays or walkers looking for a convenient base to explore the area.

As you enter the cottage you will find yourself in the impressive hallway, with umbrella stand and space for coats and boots, and first impressions are sure to be positive!

The brand new modern kitchen in cool blue tones will certainly tempt you to cook and dine in during your visit. The kitchen is well stocked with plenty of cookware, crockery and glassware, and is fitted with an under counter fridge, dishwasher, integrated microwave, electric hob, oven, plenty of cupboard space, and a stunning butlers sink. Essentials are paired with indulgent extras such as a Nespresso coffee machine and a wine cooler.

The delightful living room has a comfortable two seater fabric sofa, window bench, and two easy chairs positioned around the wall mounted Smart TV, and a lovely reading corner in the nook next to the window where you can take a moment to gaze over the fell views. The room is impeccably decorated with quality furniture and beautiful co-ordinating colours and fabrics for a homely feel.

The luxurious bathroom with marble tile has excellent fixtures and fittings, and features a Victorian style bath with shower over, double sinks and plenty of storage.

Downstairs there is a second WC and stunning marble sink in keeping with the style of the cottage. The two bedrooms, one king and one twin, are both positioned to the back of the cottage and each have bespoke beds dressed in crisp white luxury linen and towels. There are beams and some lower clearances downstairs as you will find in period buildings.

The multi-functional private enclosed gardens are equally as impressive as the cottage. There is a raised patio area with table and chairs perfect for alfresco dining amongst the fells. The garden is lovingly maintained and the extensive outdoor space a huge bonus for a property within walking distance of Keswick town centre. There is even a lovely Summer house in a peaceful corner of the garden where guests could easily escape the everyday and spend an afternoon of quiet bliss. But don’t be fooled, the garden doesn’t end there! There is a pathway to discover at the bottom of the garden to uncover the ‘Secret Garden’ beyond. Walk through the archway in the Beech tree hedge and down the gravelled pathway to a rejuvenated Greenhouse. It has been transformed into a fabulous private space for alfresco drinks under the grape vines.

The house boasts fabulous open views of the fells and feels very private, yet is only a 15 minute walk from Keswick town centre.

Guests will not need to worry about parking as there are 2 car parking spaces (one on the gravel driveway, and a second space inside the private garage – also suitable for bike storage)

We advise that children are supervised while enjoying the garden facilities as there is a small frog pond.

Keswick offers plenty of options to keep you occupied during your stay. For walkers the Keswick to Threlkeld Railway Trial which starts next to the Keswick Leisure centre is a 5 kilometre (10 kilometre there and back) walk along what was once a railway track. It offers beautiful views and is a multi-user trial suitable for pushchairs, wheelchairs and mobility scooters. If you fancy something with a little more elevation and spectacular views, Latrigg and Walla Crag can be reached from your doorstep, and you can even tick off some Wainwrights! 10 minutes out of Keswick is Whinlatter forest, which offers a huge selection of walks and outdoor activities.

Keswick itself offers lots of amenities, from shops to cafés, pubs to theatres, you will be spoilt for choice.

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Reviews

A little disappointing
Beautifully furnished and decorated with excellent views and comfy beds and sofas. But also a lot of style over substance. E.g. fridge too small, with tiny freezer compartment which still had someone else's food in it, no scissors in the kitchen etc, Nice summerhouse for wet lakeside days but with mould on carpets. Patio furniture not cleaned and dead plants in hanging baskets. And everything done / communicated via a generic on-line system with no property-specific information in the property. This was £1000 for the week and we were left a 20ml bottle of washing up liquid and three dishwasher tablets. Really would have preferred nothing at all than for it to be made so clear that we were there to maximise profit for them.
Shelley Cottage
A beautiful period upside down cottage in a stunning location, only a 15 minute walk into Keswick. Large secure garden for dogs.

Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy you found this cottage beautiful and in a stunning location. The upside down cottage style means you can sit in the living room and enjoy the stunning views whilst relaxing. We hope you dogs enjoyed exploring the large secure garden! We hope you had a wonderful time and hope to welcome you again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , June 2025

Great historic cottage with views & lovely garden
Stayed for 3 nights during the sunny May weather - shorts & t-shirts! Great location as it is 15/20 mins walk into Keswick town centre - 2/3 different ways to walk in. The car had a 3 night rest! Historic building renovated to a high standard - great views from the back windows. Roomy kitchen & lounge. The main bathroom is great just one niggle - they have a fixed round shower, which is great if you are 4ft tall - makes you want to use the bath all the time! The bedrooms are downstairs which were probably the old basement. So it is darker, careful with the main bedroom entrance if you are taller than 5ft you will bang your head :). It is noticeably cooler in the bedrooms with a little dampness - however I slept really well and prefer cool bedrooms - there is central heating if you need it. Lovely garden with a slope - needs trimming on a more regular basis. The sun house was way too warm & will be better during cooler periods. Would definitely stay again.

Thank you so much for your review of Shelley Cottage! We hope you enjoyed your 3 night stay here and that you car had a 3 night rest! This historic building is linked to the poet Percy Shelley as he stayed here during his honeymoon with his first wife- hence the name! We are so glad you found it renovated to a high standard and found the kitchen and lounge roomy. The views into Keswick and of Langrigg fell are stunning and change depending the weather. The downstairs has original period beams which makes you realise how old the building is. We hope you had a wonderful time and we would love to welcome you again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages

Keswick Cottages , June 2025

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Fantastic cottage in a great location Gorgeous cottage with fantastic views from the rear garden. Great location in Keswick, only a 10 minute walk to the town center. The cottage was spotless and had everything needed for my stay. Highly recommended and will be booking again
We had a fantastic stay in Keswick and Shelley Cottage. Cannot recommend it enough and couldn’t fault anything at the cottage. The decor was thoughtfully and tastefully considered throughout, with a well equipped kitchen and impeccable cleanliness. The beds were super comfortable too and both the garden and the view made it a relaxing stay. The communication from Keswick Cottages both before, during and after the stay has been great which made the whole experience hassle free.
We had a lovely time at Shelley Cottage. The location is perfect, you’re round the corner from the Castlerigg Stones. The surrounding scenery is just breathtaking. Shelley Cottage was very cosy, clean , very comfortable exactly like the pictures. The downstairs bedrooms can get a bit nippy at night possibly due to a lot of moisture in the air, but that’s probably the entire area. Overall we were very happy with our stay. We wished we could’ve stayed for longer. Hope to return soon to The Lakes and maybe stay at Shelley Cottage again.
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