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8 Guests
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4 Bedrooms
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4 Bathrooms
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Garden / Patio
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
12 Customer Reviews
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"The house was generally very pleasant and of course we loved the area."
The accommodation was very spacious, beautifully decorated and clean, and the beds were particularly comfortable. However, the items provided in the kitchen require urgent reassessment. Although the plates, glasses and cutlery were good, there were no dishes suitable for cooking anything in the oven - no casserole, no pie dish, no roasting tin, nothing suitable for cooking for the residents of a house for eight. No scales or measuring jug - none of the basics. This made catering for the group really tricky and necessitated the purchase of a suitable dish, which Sykes - and the owner - refused to refund. Although it didn't spoil our holiday, it did present a degree of inconvenience which we have never experienced in any of the many cottages we've stayed in over the years. It was unexpected, particularly given the quality (and cost) of the accommodation. And the refusal to refund (or provide something) left an unfortunate lasting impression.
Thank you for your feedback. Sorry that you couldn’t find the kit you needed. There are various cooking/casserole dishes and roasting tins in the corner cupboards, but no scales or measuring jug. We will review and get in any missing equipment. We as owners weren’t consulted on this - Sykes must have made an autonomous decision. I will pick this up with them. Hope to welcome you back soon. Property Owner
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"An excellent, well equipped and spacious property."
Easy walk into the centre of Keswick. Great views.
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"Fantastic stay in a beautiful home."
Perfectly located within short walking distance of Keswick town. 4 large double/king bedrooms with plenty of room for 6 adults, a toddler and a baby (and everything that comes along with them)! Kitchen had everything we needed and the lovely big flat garden was a bonus! Our stay was a very last-minute reunion with family from around the world - this home really made it for us. I would recommend to friends and hope to stay again if we return to Keswick! Thank you for a lovely experience.
Great to hear you had a fab time in Limhus House - many thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. All the best. Property Owner
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"The property was immaculately clean, the kitchen and dining area are great for 8 people."
The garden is superb for those with dogs.Having the towel rails come on for a while each day was a good idea. The shower pressure upstairs is not good and 2 towels were stained (but still clean). I would have liked 2 pillows in the main master bedroom. Good location, 10 minutes walk to the market square. We realised the front en suite shower was leaking on Wednesday. I tried to contact sykes about it but received no response. I was worried that the message had not been passed on for repair so put a note in the shower to make sure the next guests did not use it. I tried the message service online and the whatsapp but received no response.
Message from the property owners. Many thanks for your feedback - we appreciate it. And thank you for doing your best to notify Lakelovers of the problem. We are very sorry about the shower leak. The shower was installed only 18 months ago, so I have picked up with the installer. We initially thought it was a sealant issue, but when the sealant was replaced the leak was still happening. The problem has now been diagnosed (cracked waste) and will be resolved. Also - all towels in the House have been replaced as some had been stained by fake tan or similar! Many thanks again Property Owner
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"Limhus House is a fabulous 4 bedroomed property, comfortable, well maintained, clean property with the benefit of 2 en-suites and off road parking for 2 cars."
It also has a balcony to the two rear bedrooms with amazing views. Ideal for a morning cuppa if the sun is shining.
Thank you for your kind feedback - glad you were able to get some use out of the balcony! Property Owner
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"Limhus House is a fabulous place to stay, very spacious and comfortable."
The views are outstanding and its only 5 to 10 minute walk in to the centre of Keswick. We (6 adults, a 3 year old and a dog) had a great time, and would certainly book again if we return to Keswick.
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"We were two families holidaying together, it is a lovely house, perfectly located for all activities in and around Keswick."
The kitchen is fitted to provide all options for catering for all group sizes, the reception room and kitchen were great to be spend time with each other.
So glad you had a good stay at Limhus House - hope to welcome you back again soon. Property Owner
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"Limhus House was the perfect venue for a get together with our family."
It is in an ideal position, just 10 mins walk to shops,parks & restaurants when needed. Limhus house is really well equipped, clean, lovely decor & very spacious. We were sad to leave but would love to return & sit on the balcony again overlooking Skiddaw.
So happy you had a good time, and glad the weather was fine enough for you to use the balcony! Look forward to welcoming you back soon. Property Owner
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"This is the first time we've booked accommodation like this and we were somewhat apprehensive."
The house is as it was advertised on the Sykes Cottages website although we immediately thought it was better than we expected. We were seven, three generations gathered to celebrate an eightieth birthday. The clean, modern accommodation added to our celebrations. The beds were comfortable, the table and seating ideal. The kitchen fittings were high quality and easy to use. That the heating and hot water were adjustable also helped. The gas fire caused some problems but we rang Sykes in Chester and soon after, a maintenance engineer arrived and corrected the fault. Can I find a problem? Maybe the addition of a couple of hooks to hang a kitchen towel and a tea towel will help. Will we book with Sykes again? We already have.
Many thanks for your kind feedback. Sorry about the fire and glad it got fixed quickly. All the best. Property Owner
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"We had a wonderful stay at Limhus house."
As a family of four, it was very spacious and had everything we needed. Such a great location, we didn’t need to use the car all week. We were really sad to leave and will hopefully be back one day!
Many thanks for your kind words. So glad you had a good time (hope the weather was kind!) and we look forward to welcoming you to Limhus House again soon. Property Owner
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"Limhus house was just amazing it had everything that you could ask for , ..."
Limhus house was just amazing it had everything that you could ask for , beautiful views from the bedroom balconies fantastic well equipped kitchen and just a 10 minute walk into the town would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a holiday home to rent
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"We loved our stay here."
The house is beautifully furnished and well equipped and the views from the rear balconies are just lovely. Just the right distance from keswick centre. We felt very comfortable and cosy coming home to Limhus House. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your kind comments. It has been quite a journey getting Limhus House renovated and furnished, so we really appreciate your positive feedback. All the best. Property Owner
This property is part of the Lakelovers collection.
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Summary
- Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with balcony and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x king-size with balcony, 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x double
- Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
- Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
- Fully fitted kitchen and diner
- Electric double oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
- Sitting room with gas wood stove-effect fire
- Central heating
- One dog accepted
- Smart TVs in sitting room and diner, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Private driveway for 2 cars
- Off road parking
- Outdoor covered shared storage for bikes, paddleboards etc
- Rear shared lawned garden, and 2 x balcony with furniture
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.5 miles, River Greta 0.3 miles, Derwentwater 1.2 miles
- Note: There are steps to the exterior of the home; please take care
- Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
- Note: Limhus House is a semi-detached property situated in a quiet residential area, please be mindful you are sharing the garden, storage area and off-road parking with your neighbours
The property
Enjoying a prime position within the Lake District National Park, near the hustle and bustle of Keswick in Cumbria, is Limhus House, a fabulous, four-bedroom home.
Just paces away from a hub of amenities and attractions, recently refurbished Limhus House offers a contemporary interior for eight guests, whilst enjoying breath-taking views across to Skiddaw.
Park up on the private driveway before heading indoors to reach the welcoming hallway.
Turn left into the lovely sitting room, where you'll find plush seating to sink into, a gas wood-effect stove fire to light on cooler evenings, and a Smart TV for entertainment.
Continue through the home to the kitchen/diner, the social hub of the abode, where you can prepare meals in the sleek kitchen, before gathering around the bench-style dining table.
Take in the fresh Cumbrian air from the rear garden, with rural vistas in the backdrop, before retiring to one of the four well-appointed bedrooms on offer; select between a super-king-size with its own balcony and en-suite, a king-size with balcony, a king-size with en-suite, and a double.
The balcony at the rear of the property provides breath-taking views across to Skiddaw and Latrigg.
Awaken to a refreshing shower in the contemporary ground-floor shower room, or indulge in a soak in the bathroom, before donning your walking boots to explore Keswick, host to a variety of independent shops, convenience stores, eateries, and cafes.
Recharge your batteries when you choose Limhus House for your next retreat in Cumbria.
Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1063127 together sleeping 10 guests.
Limhus Retreats
Nestled in the popular town of Keswick in Cumbria, uncover this delightful pairing of properties consisting of the lovely Limhus Cottage and Limhus House. Benefitting from their own self-contained spaces whilst sharing a large lawn where you and your loved ones can enjoy alfresco mealtimes and evenings, Limhus Retreats provide the perfect blend of convenience and elegance, perfect for extended families or groups of friends, families and couples alike seeking a peaceful holiday in this lovely corner of the Lake District. The centre of Keswick is just a short walk away, where you can stroll around the award-winning market on Saturday before browsing the fantastic selection of shops, bakeries and pavement cafes. Spend a romantic evening away from the kitchen and discover a plethora of stunning eateries, choosing between intimate bistros, delicious restaurants, traditional pubs, and vibrant wine bars. Alternatively, if you’re feeling up to it, why not take on one of the many challenging hikes in the surrounding area, take your pick between Catbells, Skiddaw, Coledale Horseshoe and Blencathra, all varying in length and difficulty, ideal for all abilities. The shores of Derwentwater are within walking distance, spanning 4.6km of natural beauty and calming waters, you can enjoy a summer's day meandering about, enjoying a trip on a wooden launch, take out your own rowing boat or catch a show at the Theatre By The Lake. Discover more hotspots including Keswick Museum, Castlerigg Stone Circle, Walla Crag, Friars Crag or Go Ape tree top adventure to name but a few. Other popular areas and nearby attractions include Ambleside and Bowness-on-Windermere, home to The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction and Lake Windermere, Ullswater and the awe-inspiring Aira Force Waterfall. Be sure to pay a visit to the Derwent Pencil Museum and the Keswick Museum if you’re looking for a taste of history, or soak in the unspoiled natural beauty of your location at the Aira Force Waterfall, enveloping Ullswater, and the Helvellyn mountain range, before making your way to Lake Windermere and its plethora of attractions. Enjoy all that Cumbria has to offer, with Limhus Retreats as your fabulous base!
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £400.
About the location
KESWICK
Bassenthwaite 7 miles, Ullswater 16.6 miles; Cockermouth 13 miles.
The popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year. The town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf, excellent parks, the famous Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing and great mountain biking opportunities, whilst the beautiful lake of Derwentwater at the head of the stunning Borrowdale Valley is only a few minutes walk from the town centre. Nearby, between Braithwaite and Buttermere is the beautiful Newlands Valley, while picturesque Bassenthwaite Lake is well worth a visit. From a gentle countryside ramble to a challenging hike up Skiddaw or the famous Catbells, there really is something for everyone. Visit Castlerigg Stone Circle, the Jennings Brewery and Mirehouse, a grand house and gardens on the shores of the Bassenthwaite Lake, or take a fabulous boat trip around Derwentwater. With plenty of attractions for the kids, lovely parks and the nearby Lake District Wildlife Park this is a great Lakeland destination whatever the time of year.
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This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute