Shelley Cottage - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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A balcony with a table, two chairs, a bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne, and two glasses.
A cozy room with two wicker chairs, a small table with a lamp, a decorative star, a heart-shaped wreath, and a framed picture on the wall.
A hallway with a wooden console table, two lamps, a mirror, and wicker baskets.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a white countertop, and a herringbone-patterned floor.
A small, single-story structure with a pitched roof and a door leading into a room with a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Central Keswick
  • Place, Castlerigg Stone Circle
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Derwent Pencil Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Theatre By The Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Keswick

Located in Keswick, this cottage is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lodore Falls and Ullswater. Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre and Womenrock are also worth visiting.
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Central Keswick

What's nearby

  • Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Keswick Museum and Art Gallery - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Derwent Pencil Museum - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Theatre By The Lake - 7 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wainwright Pub - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Crag Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Lake Road Brunch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shelley Cottage - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Shelley Cottage - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shelley Cottage - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms on 9 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,053, 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 Shelley Cottage - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shelley Cottage - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shelley Cottage - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shelley Cottage - a house that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre, Keswick Museum and Art Gallery and Castlerigg Stone Circle. Keswick Climbing Wall and Moot Hall are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage

Lovely cottage, warm and cozy. Comfortable beds and quiet location. No rear access to the garden you access through the side gate. Parking in front of the garage or in the garage (which is small I couldn’t park my Audi Q3 in there, but the T Roc fitted - just!) underfloor heating downstairs and a separate WC. The over bath shower isn’t great if you are over 4ft tall, suggest using the hand held. The welcome pack was lovely and so was the welcome pack for the dogs.
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a a review. Our housekeeping team work very hard to make sure the properties are clean, warm and comfortable for guests arrival so they will be very pleased with the 5 star review. I hope your dogs enjoyed playing in the enclosed garden (with the toys supplied in the welcome pack) whilst you managed to enjoy the peaceful setting and fell views. We appreciate your helpful feedback regarding the shower, and we'll certainly look into whether anything can be done to improve the shower head arrangement for future guests. As you are probably aware, parking is a premium in Keswick so we are pleased to hear you managed to fit both of your cars next to the property (even if it was a bit of a squeeze [Emoji Removed]) We hope to welcome you and your four-legged friends back again soon [Emoji Removed]
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Return visit

This is our 3rd visit to Shelly cottage. It is comfortable, romantic and well located for Keswick town centre and very quiet. On other occasions we have been a bit disappointed with the cleaning under the bed in the double bedroom and rotting food stuff in the kitchen cupboards but on this occasion all was acceptable. I have emailed Keswick Cottages about small problems before but have never received replies. The cottage is priced for 4 people but as a couple it works out expensive but that is our problem. Parking is adequate but a bit tight if you have a bigger vehicle. It is now advertised as having an EV charger but when we stayed a random vehicle occupied the charger all night so was not available to the cottage residents. All in all a pleasant cottage which we would like to return to again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and lovely property internally. Could do with a BBQ and some of the outdoor area is a little tired. Brilliant stay though and the decor and feel of the property is very homely
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2026
Hi there! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed both the excellent location and the property itself, and that you found it so homely and welcoming. It’s wonderful to know the décor and overall feel of the property helped make for such an enjoyable stay. Thank you as well for your helpful feedback. We appreciate your comments regarding the outdoor space and the suggestion of a BBQ. We’ll be sure to pass these on to the owner for consideration, as feedback like this is always valuable in helping to enhance the guest experience. We’re so pleased you had a brilliant stay overall and would be very happy to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

great relaxing place to stay in wonderful location

We had a wonderful stay in Shelley Cottage, great location, comfortable and incredible views! Very comfortable and relaxing, just off the main road but still felt peaceful! we enjoyed the garden as well!
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2026
Hi, Benjamin! Sounds like you've had a really relaxing break! That's what we like to hear. Shelley Cottage is stunning, full of character--and secrets... The location offers peace and privacy in a spacious property, ideal for exploring the history of Keswick, and the secret gardens. We'd love to welcome you again soon. Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Had a fantastic time ! Great location and Keswick is such a great place day and night

Stayed for 2 nights in Shelley Cottage. Great location and Keswick is my favourite place in the lakes. We had great weather and the garden was lovely with the summer house that is a real sun trap. Views from the Cottage are stunning.
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful cottage , in a beautiful part of the country, lakes and mountains literally on the door step.The cottage has everything you need
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2025
Hi Georgie, Thank you for review. Shelley Cottage is a grade 2 listed building so has plenty of character. The gardens are beautiful and the views from the property are stunning. We hope you had a fantastic stay! Best wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shelley Cottage

A beautiful period upside down cottage in a stunning location, only a 15 minute walk into Keswick. Large secure garden for dogs.
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2025
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
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful

Beautiful, immaculately clean, comfortable, well equiped, warm cottage. Would definitely stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for 5 star review! It is so special that you can enjoy the fabulous open views of the fells and still feel very private! Also the fact it is only a 15 minute walk from Keswick town centre is a even better feature! We can't wait to welcome you back when you book again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Shelley Cottage

Had a wonderful stay at Shelley Cottage, it's beautifully and tastefully presented. Everything was as expected, very clean, comfy beds, great bathrooms. Loved it.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar 2024
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We love that you had a wonderful time and found it beautifully and tastefully presented. We are so happy you found it very clean and comfortable. We hope you had a fantastic time and we hope to welcome you back again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cottage.

Loved everything about this cottage. So cosy ,comftable and clean. Garden veiws amazing and perfect location to explore tbe lakes.would definitely recommend and hopefully return. Just stunning!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2024
Thank you so much for your 5-star review and recommendation of Shelley Cottage! We are so happy you loved everything about the cottage and you found it clean, comfortable and so cosy. We love that you found the garden views amazing. We hope you had a fantastic time and we can't wait to welcome you back again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shelley Cottage - one of the best.

Shelley Cottage is a beautiful property set in a wonderful location. It is very well presented throughout. Customer service from Keswick Cottages is first class.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for this lovely review! We love that you found it well presented throughout, the living room, for instance has been decorated with beautiful coordinating colour and fabrics. The reading nook is the perfect place to lose yourself either watching the fells or reading a book! Thank you for your kind words about our customer service, as a small local agency we really appreciate this feedback because it shows we are making sure our guests are having the best time! We hope to welcome you again on your next visit to Keswick! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cottage with stunning views.

The cottage has been renovated and furnished to a very high standard, the views are stunning. The summer house(s) would be great in the fine weather.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 June 2023
Hello Stuart, Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at Shelley Cottage. We are so glad that you had such an enjoyable stay and we hope to welcome you again soon. Kind regards, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely location for a short break

Pretty little cottage with adequate parking. On a reliable, regular bus route into Keswick or other parts of the Lakes. Easy walk into Keswick on the cycle route about 100 metres from the cottage, away from busy road. Very relaxing few days.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2024
Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy you enjoyed your time at Shelley Cottage, previously visited by the Poet Percy Shelley. We hope you had a great time exploring the area and had a relaxing time when returning to the cottage. We hope to welcome you back again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous Cosy Cottage

We had a lovely stay at Shelley Cottage. It has been recently refurbished to a very high standard with lovely fully equipped kitchen. It was very cosy and warm. The location was great being a short walk to the old railway line path which goes into Keswick. We had a very relaxing stay and would definitely recommend this cottage.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb 2024
Thank you so much for your 5-star review and recommendation! We are so happy you had a lovely stay at Shelley Cottage. We love that you noted the recent refurbishment and thought it was to a very high standard. We are pleased to know you thought the kitchen was fully equipped for your self-catering holiday. We agree that the location is perfect for a short walk into Keswick town centre. We are so glad you had a relaxing stay and we hope to welcome you back again. Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Delightful

A cosy, tasteful and well equipped cottage decorated beautifully for Christmas. It also has a lovely garden which would be great in the summer - mind you, this is Keswick so it may rain then too!!
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We are so happy you found it tasteful, cosy, well equipped and that you enjoyed the Christmas decorations. We think the garden is a fantastic feature of the cottage. We hope you had a wonderful time celebrating Christmas at Shelley Cottage and we hope to welcome you back if you visit Keswick again. Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

January stay at Shelley’s Cottage Keswick

Beautiful cottage in really handy location. Well equipped, warm and comfortable. Garden would be brilliant in the summer and on a dry day there would be really good views. On site parking a huge bonus. With just a short walk to the centre of Keswick and all the amenities but far enough out to be peaceful the cottage is in the ideal place. Would certainly book again!
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2024
Thank you so much for your review! We are so happy you found it warm, comfortable, well equipped and in a handy location. The garden is a real delight! The onsite parking is a brilliant bonus. We hope you had a wonderful time and we hope to welcome you back f you visit again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Smell of damp in bedrooms ruined stay

Property looks lovely but waterfall shower too low fridge too small worst of all bedrooms smell very bad
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay at Shelley Cottage

The cottage is lovely, with stunning views from the sitting room and kitchen. It is well decorated and furnishedThe kitchen is very well equipped with everything we needed. Lovely bathroom. The summer house and patio could do with upgrading, but we didn't use either as it was so nice in the cottage. Customer service from Keswick Cottages was excellent.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Thank you so much for your 5 star review of Shelley Cottage! We are so happy you found it well decorated and furnished. We're so pleased you found the kitchen well equipped and had everything you needed for your self catering holiday. Thank you for your comments about the summer house, we will let the owners know. Thank you for your kind comments about our customer service, we always want our guests to enjoy their experience with us. We hope to welcome you back again! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cottage

We had a fantastic stay in Shelley Cottage. Immediately, it felt warm and inviting. The lounge was lovely for cosy evenings and we slept well in the bedrooms. About 20 minutes to walk into the centre of Keswick. We also walked to Walla Crag, which wasn't too far from the cottage. Didn't get to explore the gardens, but they looked beautiful. We would definitely stay here again.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2024
Thank you so much for your 5-star review of Shelley Cottage! We are so happy you found it inviting and warm upon arrival. We are so pleased to know you found the lounge cosy and that you slept well in the bedrooms. We hope you had a wonderful hike up Walla Crag. We are so glad to know you had a fantastic stay! We hope to welcome you back again so you can explore the gardens! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful characteristic cottage

10/10! We had a lovely stay at this cottage which is immaculately clean and decorated beautifully. The cottage is very cosy and in a fantastic location with a lovely garden and views of the surrounding fells. The beds were very comfortable and we will definitely be returning. Communication with the owner was very easy and stress free and any questions we had were responded to very quickly. Thankyou for a lovely stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 June 2023
Hello Bev, Thank you so much for a great review. We are so glad that you have had an enjoyable stay and loved the property. Shelley Cottage is a fantastic base with stunning views. We hope it will not be too long before you stay with us again. Kind regards, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Character dog friendly period cottage. Comfortable but limited outlook on busy road with scary acces

Comfortable and ok, but the main bedroom had a damp smell on arrival and we bought scented candles to improve. No local or welcome information on arrival other than on the web site. Good heating. Cosy. Dog friendly. Garden a bit overgrown. Characterful but dark and no outward views or outlook. On a busy road, itself not a problem so long as dog on lead outside front door but the access on the busy corner is pretty hairy and easily missed when arriving first time! Satisfactory but wouldn't go again. Kitchen ok but small. Not enough dish washer tablets.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect base for exploring North Lakes

Shelley Cottage is a cosy, well appointed cottage in the beautiful town of Keswick. The cottage had everything that we needed and beautifully clean throughout. Only a short walk into the centre of Keswick but far enough out that it was lovely and peaceful - the views from the cottage are quite special! We booked through Keswick Cottages who communicated well throughout the stay and the personalised tablet was a nice touch with lots of great local information. We'll definitely book again in the near future. Thanks!
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2023
Thank you so much for your 5 star review! We love that you found that Shelley Cottage had everything you needed to enjoy your holiday and that you found it clean and beautiful! We agree that the views from the cottage are outstanding, and the fact it is only a short walk into the town centre makes it even better! Thank you so much for your kind words about our team, we are visit our properties regularly so we know them inside out. We think the tablet is a great feature to have in our properties - we keep it up to date with local information and events! We cannot wait to welcome you back when you next book! Best Wishes, Keswick Cottages
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shelley cottage

Beautiful cottage with stunning views. Only 2 criticism slight damp/drain smell on the lower floor/bedroom area. Constant dripping noise when raining in the bedroom with double bed from the ledge outside the window.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The dream holiday cottage!

This was our second year staying in Shelley cottage, having loved it so much last year, and have already booked again for a week next summer! The house is ideally located a short walk from the town centre, which makes parking and driving in/out easy, and is utterly perfect in every way!! The house itself is stunning; beautifully furnished, gorgeously decorated and with a fabulous garden with a view (great if it ever stops raining!) The beds are incredibly comfortable, and they’ve thought of everything you might need for your stay. In short - book it!! (But not when we want it )
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