"the breakfasts were really good , and it was easy to get to places from were we where."
Keil from Australia
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"This was a perfect little B&B just a short walk away from the centre with easy on street (and free) parking."
Martina from United Kingdom
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"Excellent breakfast, food didn't feel like the supermarket norm."
jeremy b from United Kingdom
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"Very comfortable beds and a tasty breakfast."
Grace S from United Kingdom
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Cragside Guest House: 4-star guest house, 10-minute walk from Derwent Water
Accommodations
Cragside Guest House offers Superior Double or Twin Rooms with flexible configurations for couples, families, or groups. Each en-suite room includes a shower, hairdryer, heated towel rail, TV with DVD player, and clock radio. Rooms provide views of Skiddaw mountain and are serviced daily with restocked tea, coffee, and fresh milk.
Dining
Breakfast is cooked to order using local ingredients, with options for full English, vegetarian, continental, gluten-free, and lactose-free diets. Guests can request half-sized breakfasts or custom swaps like oat milk. The dining room serves a range of cereals, juices, and grapefruit each morning.
Location & Transport
Cragside is located on a quiet residential street, a 5-minute walk from Keswick Market Square and a 10-minute walk from Derwent Water. The Theatre by the Lake is 900 metres away, and Go Ape Whinlatter Forest Park is 7 km from the guest house. Ample free street parking is available, and the bus stop to Troutbeck is a 5-minute walk.
Services & Amenities
Hosts provide expert local advice on hiking routes, attractions, and weather conditions. Daily housekeeping includes bed-making and towel changes, with luggage storage offered on departure day. The guest house offers free WiFi, fire extinguishers, and smoke alarms throughout.
Dog-Friendly & Family Policies
Cragside Guest House is a dog-friendly property welcoming pets for an additional charge. Families can book rooms with twin bed configurations to accommodate children. Guests with dietary restrictions are catered to at breakfast, and maps and leaflets are available in the foyer.
Highlights
Location: 10-minute walk from Derwent Water, 5-minute walk to town centre
Rooms: Superior Double or Twin Rooms with mountain views
Dining: Breakfast with local ingredients, gluten-free and lactose-free options
Service: Daily housekeeping, luggage storage, local hiking advice
Pet policy: Dog-friendly rooms available
Parking: Free street parking
Must-do experiences
Hike to Catbells for stunning views of Derwentwater.
Sample award-winning Cumbrian sausage at the local market.
Visit the quirky Keswick Museum for local history and art.
Take a peaceful boat trip on Derwentwater for scenic vistas.
Explore the Castlerigg Stone Circle for a touch of ancient history.
Choose your room category
Cragside Guest House offers double, family, and suite rooms throughout the Lake District, all including breakfast, free cancellation, and seasonal deals
Double Room
2 persons
13 m²
1 Double bed
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Superior Double or Twin Room
2 persons
24 m²
1 King-size bed
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Amenities
Cragside Guest House provides amenities designed for a relaxing stay and memorable moments