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A traditional Lakeland cottage situated in the heart of Portinscale village.

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Portinscale, near Keswick
  • Place, Derwentwater
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Derwent Pencil Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Theatre By The Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

A traditional Lakeland cottage situated in the heart of Portinscale village.

A traditional Lakeland cottage situated in the heart of Portinscale village.. Ground Floor:

Living/dining room: TV, CD Player, Woodburner

Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washer Dryer

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Z-Bed

Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen and Wi-Fi included. Cot.. On road parking. No smoking.. As the name suggests, a pet friendly, cosy character cottage with beamed ceilings, two double bedrooms and and L-shaped living/dining room. This traditional Lakeland cottage is situated in the heart of Portinscale village, which lies on the northern shores of Derwentwater and 1 mile from Keswick. The village has a pub, restaurants, a tea room/shop and a marina for those who enjoy sailing. In Keswick there are many shops, galleries, pubs, restaurants and visitor attractions to explore on the rainy days. There are many beautiful mountain walks immediately accessible from Cosy Cottage, including Causey Pike, Catbells, Grisedale Pike and Skiddaw, or low level walks around the lake.

Free WiFi



There is a fold-out bed available for additional sleeping.

Up to two dogs only, at a charge of £20 each and cot hire £10.00. Please remember to bring your own dog towels.

Towels are not included.

Suitable for up to 2 pets

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 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
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Keswick

Keswick is home to this cottage. Keswick Climbing Wall and Raw War Paintball Games are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ullswater and Dubwath Silver Meadows. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Newlands Adventure Centre or Rowrah Circuit.
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Portinscale, near Keswick

What's nearby

  • Derwentwater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Crosthwaite Church - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Hope Park - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Derwent Pencil Museum - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Theatre By The Lake - 4 min drive - 3.7 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 22 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Crooked River Tap - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Cafe Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Farmers Arms - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Round - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Back Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A traditional Lakeland cottage situated in the heart of Portinscale village. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at A traditional Lakeland cottage situated in the heart of Portinscale village.?

As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A traditional Lakeland cottage situated in the heart of Portinscale village. on 8 June 2026 start from AU$308, 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 A traditional Lakeland cottage situated in the heart of Portinscale village.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A traditional Lakeland cottage situated in the heart of Portinscale village.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A traditional Lakeland cottage situated in the heart of Portinscale village.?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is A traditional Lakeland cottage situated in the heart of Portinscale village. located?

Situated in Keswick, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Womenrock and Derwentwater. Crosthwaite Church and Derwent Pencil Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Philip Thorpe-Willett

What a brilliant cottage, very close to all the walks without even needing to use your car.

What a brilliant cottage, very close to all the walks without even needing to use your car.....The facilities were perfect for 4 people, and the beds were so comfy, thank you.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stuart Brookes

The cottage was lovely.

The cottage was lovely. Very well equipped and in a wonderful location.The one thing that annoyed us was the mixer tap on the bath/shower would not allow the water to go above tepid at best.Please bear in mind this is a traditional cottage and the head room is lower than most people are used to.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susannah

We had a lovely stay in Cosy Cottage.

We had a lovely stay in Cosy Cottage. It’s a lovely space with excellent heating and fire to keep you warm! The bed was also very comfortable and the shower pressure is excellent. Our only complaint was the equipment in the kitchen wasn’t brilliant, not good quality, quite old and occasionally dirty. Otherwise the whole cottage had been cleaned very well. We would definitely stay again! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Susanna

A lovely well located ‘Cosy’ cottage - you get what it says on the tin.

A lovely well located ‘Cosy’ cottage - you get what it says on the tin. A few points to note - low ceilings in bathroom and on stairs which if over 5’9 can cause the odd issue. There is WiFi in the cottage (which delighted my kids as they thought it was WiFi free). Oven takes twice as long as you think to cook anything! We really enjoyed our stay and highly recommend the Chalet just a few doors down for Breakfast, Lunch, Cakes etc. Easy 20min walk to Keswick or down to Derwent water. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Martin

A lovely little cottage, perfectly named.

A lovely little cottage, perfectly named. Very clean and well finished. Only downside for us were: -Some of the kitchen equipment was dirty and pans were looking old -The ceiling isn't very heigh, banged my head going up the stairs and couldn't stand up straight in the shower, I'm only 6ft Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

DRAKE

We have stayed at Cosy Cottage several times now.

We have stayed at Cosy Cottage several times now. It’s a lovely little cottage and very warm in winter. The decor is very modern. The kitchen has most things you may need including a coffee machine. Lovely comfortable beds and the shower is fantastic (as long as you’re not six foot plus as the ceiling is low). There is a pub and cafe nearby but no shops if you run out of milk etc. Keswick is a pleasant 20 minute walk away so easy to reach supermarket. Loads of walks available from the cottage around Keswick and Newlands Valley if you don’t want to take the car. There is parking outside the cottage but not much room, would not suit large vehicle. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John

Great stay in a nicely furnished and comfortable cottage.

Great stay in a nicely furnished and comfortable cottage. Plenty to do and good places to eat nearby. Good weather was a real bonus. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Lovely clean cottage in a great location.

Lovely clean cottage in a great location. Would not hesitate to book again when next visiting the lakes. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed at Cosy Cottage a couple of times.

Stayed at Cosy Cottage a couple of times. The location is excellent for walks. Chalet does lovely food. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Eric

Great cosy spot perfect for exploring.

Great cosy spot perfect for exploring. Spotlessly clean, well maintained and perfect for a walking week. Grateful for the comments re no back area, there are a few benches over the road with great views. Both of us are over 6ft and therefore unable to stand up in the shower. That said we would return, as a perfect base to walk to some outstanding places. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Had a great Christmas Week at Cosy Cottage, very warm with great gas fire and plenty of space for th

Had a great Christmas Week at Cosy Cottage, very warm with great gas fire and plenty of space for the 5 of us, lovely top spec furnishings. See others comment on shower, well it's a 200 year old cottage with low ceilings what can you expect, parking too small for us so just parked down the road. Dishwasher would have been nice but definitely needs more crockery and glasses,no flute glasses, 3 bowls of differing sizes, one large dinner plate and 3 medium plates, not enough of anything for 5 guests had to keep running across the road to our friends at Harney Peak to get more to be able to sit down for meals. Easy walk into Keswick for cocktails. Would genuinely book again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Had a great Christmas Week at Cosy Cottage, very warm with great gas fire and plenty of space for th

Had a great Christmas Week at Cosy Cottage, very warm with great gas fire and plenty of space for the 5 of us, lovely top spec furnishings. See others comment on shower, well it's a 200 year old cottage with low ceilings what can you expect, parking too small for us so just parked down the road. Dishwasher would have been nice but definitely needs more crockery and glasses,no flute glasses, 3 bowls of differing sizes, one large dinner plate and 3 medium plates, not enough of anything for 5 guests had to keep running across the road to our friends at Harney Peak to get more to be able to sit down for meals. Easy walk into Keswick for cocktails. Would genuinely book again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Cosy is a lovely cottage.

Cosy is a lovely cottage. We have stayed there around eight times. Portinscale is walking distance from Keswick so no need to always use the car. There are many easy walks from the cottage around Newlands Valley and Keswick area. The cottage is very comfortable with modern decor. Great shower and very comfy beds. The kitchen is equipped with all the basics. There is a cafe just along from the cottage and a local pub which serves great food. The parking space provided for Cosy is rather small and may be a problem if you have a large vehicle.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Robert

A

Although this cottage was comfortable & clean,we didn't realise that there was no back garden or even a back door with a yard,I think this should be made clear on the cottage website, as we would not have booked it knowing we were taking our dog,it made things more difficult late at night & first thing in the morning if the dog needed to go outside urgently!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

This cottage really lives up to its name.

This cottage really lives up to its name...it is very cosy. The cottage was very clean, with oodles of wardrobe space, beautiful bathroom and the bed was sooooo comfortable like sleeping on a cloud.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

John

Very nice clean comfortable accommodation in an excellent location.

Very nice clean comfortable accommodation in an excellent location. Our only small issues were the ‘small’ parking space and the slightly difficult to understand bins/recycling instructions. Overall a very enjoyable stay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stephanie

The cottage was beautifully decorated, clean and comfortable.

The cottage was beautifully decorated, clean and comfortable. Being a cottage, it is not best suited to taller people (5ft 9” plus). Hit head several times on stairs and couldn’t stand up in the shower. But this was a lovely cottage, well situated. Though the road outside could be noisy. Also, as an owner of 2 dogs the lack of a garden was a bit of a pain (this could be my Fault for not reading this in the info though). Still all in all a lovely holiday.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Lovely cosy cottage .

Lovely cosy cottage . Good location . The only downside was no outdoor sitting area due to only having a front door .suggested a small bench under window. Then able sit out . Otherwise a lovely place to stay.?
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Great holiday, fab spot for walking the only downside is when the weather is good there is no where

Great holiday, fab spot for walking the only downside is when the weather is good there is no where to sit out and enjoy the sunshine, but would be fab in winter with a roaring fire. Would deffo book again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Excellent location.

Excellent location. Very cosy. Will definately be back.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kim

Loved our stay quiet & relaxing .

Loved our stay quiet & relaxing . Really enjoyed the walk into & back from Keswick . Great spot for getting onto the hills even used the buses . Will definitely be back ????
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Peter

A really lovely cottage in a great location.

A really lovely cottage in a great location. Parking is tight and limited to one car but it is possible to park on the road close by. Note it was difficult to stand upright in the shower if you are tall. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay a real home from home. Would recommend and look forward to returning
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laura

F

Fab cottage only draw back is the parking
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Andy

A very nice cottage location really good for some lovely walks in the lakes .

A very nice cottage location really good for some lovely walks in the lakes .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

A lovely cottage for 2 to 4 people, clean and very comfortable, plenty of walking on your doorstep.

A lovely cottage for 2 to 4 people, clean and very comfortable, plenty of walking on your doorstep.

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