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Have a restful sleep in the comfortable double bed at Sam's Cottage
Enjoy the luxury white linen bedsheets
Room
The second bedroom is a good sized single
The fully accessible wet room at the rear of the property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Central Keswick
  • Place, Theatre By The Lake
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Derwentwater
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Derwent Pencil Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

About this property

Sam's Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms

As you approach the entrance there is ramped access to the front door, leading into the wide wheelchair friendly hallway.

Inside, you will find a fully accessible modern wet room.

To the front of the property is the spacious open plan lounge & Kitchen with a brown leather corner sofa, nest of tables, a dining table with four chairs and flat screen TV mounted to the wall with Netflix included. The stylish kitchen, with accessible worktops for wheelchair users, is fully equipped with everything you could need for the perfect self-catering holiday.

The clean and comfortable bedroom includes a brand new double mattress in metal frame, wardrobe, and two bedside tables. *Extra Single Bedroom available* £50 per week. The second bedroom has a single bed, wardrobe with mirror, and bed side table. Bedrooms are made up with high quality crisp linen and towels.

There is much attention to detail throughout this cottage, from the touch lamps next to the beds for ease of use to the practical hardwood floors. All light switches and plug sockets are at accessible heights. Parking for 1 car. (you should note that entry to the car-park is down a narrow alley). Guests can enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi throughout

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11081169
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Keswick

Located in Keswick, this cottage is in the mountains. Keswick Museum and Art Gallery and Theatre By The Lake are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Keswick Climbing Wall and Raw War Paintball Games. Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre and Womenrock are also worth visiting.
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Central Keswick

What's nearby

  • Hope Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Theatre By The Lake - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Keswick Museum and Art Gallery - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Derwentwater - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Derwent Pencil Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 24 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wainwright Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Wild Strawberry - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crooked River Tap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Hope - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Round - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sam's Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sam's Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms?

As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sam's Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms on 8 Nov 2026 start from AU$231, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sam's Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sam's Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sam's Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sam's Cottage - a bungalow that sleeps 3 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Hope Park, The Puzzling Place and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery. Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre and Derwent Pencil Museum are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely comfortable bungalow Ideally situated near to Keswick centre and the shops and restaurants and a short stroll to either of the parks . Situated in a quiet courtyard Pet friendly, our doggie enjoyed her stay One suggestion is to put a mirror in the main bedroom We would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2026
Hi, Julie! Thank you so much for leaving such a kind review of Sam's Cottage. We've already passed your feedback to the owner, so hopefully we can see a five-star review next time! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage

Very comfortable and warm accessible cottage for someone using a wheelchair. Comfortable beds, excellent wet room and fully equipped kitchen area. Only very slight compaint was one of the towels was unusable, but after a phone call the office was replaced within minutes. Other areas clean, but a little more attention needed. Office staff very pleasant and helpful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Good accommodation, great location

Lovely accommodation in a central location. It was well equipped and the fittings, beds and equipment were all of a very good standard. Keswick Cottages we’re a pleasure to deal with and the online guide provided plenty of useful information; we would certainly book with them again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Glen P.

Oasis in the centre of Keswick

Lovely cottage in the centre of town. Just 2 mins away from the town centre, yet set in a quiet yard. All amenities within a stones throw. Very comfortable. If you are visiting in a larger vehicle, don't forget to pull your wing mirrors in when going through the arch !
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2025
Hi, Glen! We're glad that you enjoyed your stay at Sam's cottage. It's incredibly well-located, offering it's own privacy without sacrificing proximity. The cottage is perfect for those with additional access needs, with a wet room and the open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area. Its facilities are modern yet homely, and the cottage is well-decorated. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely location

We enjoyed our stay and was impressed with our accommodation. We would recommend to our friends and family.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alan T.

Our Time in Keswick

Upon arrival at Sam’s Cottage, we were pleasantly surprised of its proximity to all local amenities. The cottage itself was wonderful and very well presented and a lovely welcome pack was waiting for us, which was greatly appreciated. We would definitely return.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely review of Sam's Cottage, we are happy that you had such an enjoyable stay! Sam's Cottage is in a fantastic location for easy access to Keswick! We hope to welcome you back in the future! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jenny a.

So accessible and comfortable.

Excellent location. So good to have somewhere actually accessible. I will definitely be coming again! Thank you.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Handy location

Sams cottage suited our needs. My wife uses a wheelchair quite a lot of the time. The property has wide doors and grab bars in the spacious bathroom. The town centre location is ideal, providing easy access to shops and amenities. The only minor criticism would be the location of the TV, it's as far away from the seating area as I could be. Access to the parking area would be a problem for larger cars. Otherwise a great little cottage in a great location.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Functional

The cottage provided all the facilities needed for our daughter who is a wheelchair user. Position is great. Unfortunately weather was bad and the cottage was not comfortable and welcoming for staying indoors. We cut short our visit and left after two nights
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay S.

2nd visit just as perfect as the 1st

Finding accommodation that caters for my disabled mums needs is always challenging. I found Sam’s corrage last year and we enjoyed a lovely week. We booked again this year and again we were not disappointed. Everything about the cottage is perfect. Everything you need is provided, any questions are responded to quickly, location is just perfect. My only complaint is it is so far away from us, we’d be there more often if we lived closer. Keswick itself is stunning so many places for food and drinks and lots of lovely little shops. Highly recommend Bassenthwaite Lake train restaurant, a replica of the orient express. Included in the guide provided for Sam’s cottage, most definitely the best afternoon tea we’ve ever had. We will back again next year, for sure
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2025
Hi Lindsay, Thank you for your lovely review of Sam's Cottage. We were pleased to welcome you back and we're so pleased to know that your mum's needs were met. The cottage is perfectly located near the centre of Keswick and having parking is an added bonus. Thank you for the recommendation of afternoon tea. Must give it a try! We look forward to hopefully welcoming you back next year! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Colin P.

In the centre of Keswick.

We were looking for a level-access place in Keswick and this amply met our requirements. It is exceptionally well equipped, fairly newly furnished and very comfortable. All it lacks, being in a yard, is a view of the mountains - but you don't have to go far for one, and it's as central as you could possibly hope for. The access is very tight, and turning the car round was exciting (I recommend an assistant!). The only complaint: we could only book 3 nights at short notice in the Easter holidays.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2025
Thank you for your lovely 5* review of Sam's Cottage, we are so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay! What fantastic weather you had too! What Sam's Cottage lacks in views it more than makes up for in location, being a stones throw away from the bustle of the main street, and those fantastic views down at Derwentwater! We hope to welcome you back again in the future (for a longer stay!). Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely spacious cottage near the middle of Keswick.

I was impressed with the welcome of the Keswick Cottages staff and the efforts they made to make our stay good. I was very grateful for the support and help they provided. The bed was a large King size providing a luxurious night's sleep. The cottage was well kitted out and a large wetroom welcomed us after a long day out. The cottage was beautifully clean and the welcome packs were much appreciated.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2024
Thank you for your 5* review! We're really glad that you found Sam's Cottage a clean and comfortable space to unwind after your days out, it sounds like it was a perfect holiday in Keswick. Your kind comments about the customer service you received are much appreciated and we hope to welcome you again soon. Best wishes, Keswick Holiday Cottages.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Good , a few niggles

Although the cleanliness was very good, there were several chips on some grab rails and rusty screws in the toilet because of being a wet room. Everything gets soaked.The toilet has to be dried before it can be used. Also, there is no toilet lid. I know the property was built exclusively for Sam but if it's to be let then guests should be catered for too. Watch out for sloping floors if a walker or rollator is used, you'll find them rolling away from you tout de suite!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Julia P.

Super stay

Sam's Cottage is compact and cosy. I did have a problem with a squeaky bed frame but the team at Keswick Cottages were quick to resolve this as much as they could. A great central location. Well equipped kitchen. We did struggle to park our big car as the alley is rather narrow!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Glen P.

Excellent location

Sams cottage sits in an excellent location in the centre of Keswick. Not directly off the street, but through a narrow archway. Convenience store across the road any many restaurants and bars only feet away. The lake is approx 15min walk away. Cottage is well equipped and comfortable, however would benefit from a king sized bed. If you bring a dog the only close green space is St John's Church which is 5 mins up the road.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A little break in Keswick

Having Multiple Sclerosis and being a wheelchair user I was worried about going away. My family and I look upon the Lakes as our second home, spending years visiting and walking the fells until my diagnosis. Sam's Cottage showed me disability doesn't have to hold you back. The Cottage was lovely. The welcome packs, such a lovely touch. Every bit of space was used to its fullest potential. Will definitely be back. Must mention the drive way. Luckily my husband is a great driver. Please check your vehicle will fit.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2025
Thank you for your amazing review of Sam's Cottage, its fantastic to hear you had such a great stay and the property served you well! Every aspect of Sam's has been thoroughly planned out to ensure those with disabilities and mobility issues can enjoy their stay with ease! We hope you have now found somewhere that you can return to when you visit your second home! We look forward to welcoming you back! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

John M.

Not disabled friendly

Out side bins never been uplifted and terrible smell.from window and wet room.bed and furniture to low not sutabile for disabled were room exalant and kitchen good for disabled. No ramp to cottage damaged disabled scotter trying to get in to cottage as ramp from rd to cottage was in bits making it difficult to enter Cottage not good value for the high prices
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marcus W.

Great location, needing a few adjustments

This was our second visit to Sam's cottage; both times with our adult son in his electric wheelchair. Its location in the town centre is great and much appreciated. We have booked to return next year. There are a few improvements which would make it easier for our son: - the kitchen table is too low for our son to sit at it in his electric wheelchair, so we raised the table by putting books under each table leg. - the fold-up grab rail by the toilet is too low, but a suitably placed book and drink mat raised it sufficiently. - the bed was much too low. It required both my wife and I to help our son stand, despite having bed rails in place, in order to transition to his wheelchair. Next year we will bring adequate blocks to make the required adjustments. We managed to navigate the lane into Baker's Yard without damage to car or property! Needs repeated reversing to get lined up going in and patience from other road users!
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2025
Hi Marcus, Thank you for your review. The town centre location of Sam's Cottage is great for easy access to the town's amenities and all it's shops and restaurants. Thank you for the points raised. I will pass these on. We look forward to welcoming you back next year. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great cottage but wheelchair users will need assistance!

Sam cottage is a hidden gem in the middle of Keswick. Considering its location it is really quite. The space is perfect for a small family, I was in Keswick working but I brought my husband and son on a mini break! There is plenty of circulation space for wheelchair users and the kitchen is set up really well. The only issue we had was getting our van close enough to pack and unpack, I drive a WAV and my husband and son had to unpack the van and walk down the street multiple times, had I travelled on my own it would have been impossible for me to get parked close enough and empty the van. We were aware of the parking issue before we booked but in practice it was a bigger issue than expected. We also had people who worked in the local take aways parking at will in the spaces which were for the cottages! Over all it is a fab little place but you will need to go with assistance if you are in a larger vehicle.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful cottage. Troublesome parking.

Really lovely cottage, thoughtfully adapted. Just about perfect. BUT parking was not suitable for a large wheelchair adapted vehicle. We couldn’t get ours down the access road. The road was too narrow. We had to park on the main road, unload our equipment and bags, then find somewhere to park. The letting agents were very good. They supplied us with a parking permit for our two week stay. Luckily, family were able to meet us at the end of our holiday and assist with moving all our equipment etc out of the cottage. We loved the cottage but feel it should be made very clear that parking is not suitable for large WAVs.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Michael R.

Nice cottage, dreadful access

We are an active 70+ couple who have visited the Lakes for 30+ years. On arrival the keysafe proved too difficult to open and after 30 mins of fruitless attempts a call to the office for assistance in gaining access was necessary. The issue was resolved quickly in a most friendly manner. Once inside a couple of minor maintenance issues were identified (these things happen) but again, these were soon resolved. Sams Cottage is well equipped for a comfortable self-catering break for up to 3 people, disabled or otherwise. Access to Bakers Yard is down a short but very narrow lane with high walls on both sides. There is much evidence of previous visitors to the Yard on the walls, and regrettably, in spite of taking the greatest care, we too scratched our car whilst entering the yard. The issue is made worse by other road users constantly parking on the footpath and on double yellow lines in St Johns St opposite the entrance to the Yard, preventing a wide sweep to enter the Yard at a straight angle. Once in the Yard if the other allocated spaces are full it is impossible to turn the vehicle around to enable an exit forwards from the yard. A reverse exit is not to be recommended. We feel that the advance information about the access does not adequately convey the reality of the situation, which seriously detracted from the enjoyment of our stay. For this reason alone we would not stay at Sam's Cottage again.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Dec 2025
Hi, Michael! We're glad that you enjoyed your stay at Sam's, minus the access. Our team are small and local, so we're able to assist with any issues that may arise during your stay. Our office is only a few minutes away from Sam's Cottage, and we're always on hand, day or night, to help with any issues that may arise. Sam’s Cottage, named after the property owner's nephew who has cerebral palsy, is Keswick’s first and only fully accessible holiday let. There is much attention to detail throughout this cottage, from the touch lamps next to the beds for ease of use to the practical hardwood floors. All light switches and plug sockets are at accessible heights, and there is free WiFi throughout. We welcome all feedback, as we always strive to do better. We've passed your feedback to the member of the team that deals with our website and property descriptions, and we'll prioritise updating the description to clarify access to Bakers Yard. We really appreciate your feedback, and welcome you to get in touch to further discuss anything you wish. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Blair William B.

A few issues

I feel that lighting under kitchen wall cabinets would be a benifit as that area is dar Also blackout blinds would be appreciated in bedroom as awakened at 5.30 am with daylight. Felt that there was a smell from drain in bathroom sink . When I pulled suitcase from under bed it was covered in dust . Unfortunately there was a power cut when we were at cottage and there was no torch to help with visibility and emergency number we contacted returned our call next morning which did not help the situation. Apart from these issues we love Keswick and hope to return next year to Sam’s Cottage as it is a perfect accommodation for my son’s needs.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Super accessible and comfortable!

As a wheelchair user, it's rare to find somewhere to stay that's not only accessible (not just a touch but fully) and is comfortable. Sam's feels homely and considering you are in the middle of town, it's super quiet. Everything from the welcome pack to the customer service was excellent and the app is super helpful for navigating a new place. The only downside is the very narrow entrance from the road, not for the inexperienced driver! Or anyone in a larger car than a small van. You cannot turn around once parked too, so having to reverse up is slightly more tricky! I'm not sure where you could park otherwise as thr road outside is double yellow. Despite this, we managed and would stay here any time we were in Keswick.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Garry E.

Clean and functional

Lovely place and great location. Very clean and spacious. Could have done with an alternative to the sofa. Maybe an armchair for those that struggle to get up off a sofa. Driveway is extremely narrow and anything wider than a Polo will struggle.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2023
Hello Garry, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at Sam's Cottage, we are so glad that you had a fantastic stay. We will certainly pass your feedback on to the owner regarding the benefits of an arm chair. We do hope that it will not be too long until your next stay with us. Kind regards, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Glen P.

In the heart of it

A very nice well presented modern cottage right in the heart of Keswick. This is in an excellent position with shops, pubs & restaurants on your doorstep. There is even a well stocked open all hours store just through the arch across the street. As mentioned before the access through the arch into the parking area is fairly tight, however we took our SUV through slowly with room to spare either side turning quite easily once in. This cottage is equipped with good set up for mobility, which helped my 91 year old dad move around and access the rooms and bathroom.

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