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Owned and run by the Edwards family for almost 20 years Acorn House provides the perfect “home from home” experience when visiting the beautiful town of Keswick. The historic building provides a luxurious setting offering first class accommodations in the perfect location just a short walk from the town center and lakeshore. With the added bonus of a large car park offering unrestricted parking to all of our 10 letting rooms. Having held a four-star silver rating for many years Acorn House continues to offer well appointed, spacious rooms with the highest standards of cleanliness and hospitality. Our rooms with attached bathroom offer a variety of options from luxury four posters, king size, twin, family and ground floor rooms. Our lower studio apartment offers guests their own private entrance, king size bed, luxury futon sofa, small kitchenette (no cooking facilities) and private en suite. All rooms offer hospitality trays and flat screen smart tv’s. The award winning breakfast at Acorn House is as good as it gets. Offering wholesome, locally sourced produce our extensive breakfast menu sets us apart from your average B&B. Whether it’s our famous Lakeland full breakfast or our luxurious smoked salmon and scrambled eggs there is something for everyone and all dietry requirements are catered for. As well as providing first class rooms you will also have use of our beautiful guest lounge with open log fire, pretty summer entrance conservatory and our newly constructed outdoor decked seating area with covered pergola. Acorn House also offers secure bike storage and drying facilities. To get to the property from the A66 enter Keswick at the first turning. At the T-junction turn right and follow Penrith Road until you go past Fitz Park and go up a slight incline. At the top take a left turn opposite the war memorial and then an immediate second left beside Cumbrian Properties. Follow Southey Street to the end of the road and Acorn House Hotel is in front of you.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Keswick, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
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1 full bed
1 king bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
8.5
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Droubi
    United Arab Emirates United Arab Emirates
    Cozy, clean and simple, the breakfast is fresh and prepared on time at your convenience, delicious. The location is perfect right next to the market and center area and 10 minutes walk to the lake.
  • Steven
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly staff, lovely room and an excellent breakfast.
  • Kristina
    United States of America United States of America
    Everything!!! Loved the breakfast, location, facilities, parking, proximity to town center, quietness, easy to find, charm…would stay again in a minute.
  • Day
    United States of America United States of America
    Great host, great breakfast, lovely room, easy walk to town. Loved Acorn House!
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent full English breakfast! Also they kindly let us leave our car there in the morning while we went shopping in Keswick.
  • Jenifer
    United States of America United States of America
    The breakfasts were very good. Gluten free options were readily available. I loved the location, it was central but quiet.
  • Nancy
    United States of America United States of America
    It’s a beautiful home in a great location, close to town but quiet. The owner has an eye for detail making your stay comfortable. She is also helpful in providing info on the area. Staff likewise is excellent! Breakfast is superb!
  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a lovely place we have stayed a couple of times now, and the hospitality is excellent
  • Jowita
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Delicious breakfast, great location nice clean rooms highly recommend
  • Denise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good position for walking into town and car space,friendly staff

Host Info

Company review score: 9.6Based on 335 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Welcoming Quietly situated and with private car parks, yet only four minutes walk from the town centre, Acorn House is ideal for long or short breaks in the heart of the Northern Lake District. As we have the prestigious Silver Award by the English Tourist Board you are guaranteed of a warm welcome. The atmosphere of this fine Georgian house is friendly and relaxing, and the Edwards family are always on hand to ensure that your stay is an enjoyable one. Traditional furniture enhances the character of each of the nine spacious bedrooms, each individually designed and decorated with more than a touch of luxury. Comfortable The generous full English breakfast (or vegetarian option) will set you up for the day, whether walking, climbing or sightseeing. After the days exertions you can relax in the elegant and comfortable lounge, or enjoy the attractive garden complete with pond and decked seating area. The guest house is open for most of the year and with full central heating and a welcoming open fire in the residents lounge when really chilly, you can be sure of a warm welcome at Acorn House, whatever the season!

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish,French

Area info

Amenities of Acorn House
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Living Area
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Baggage storage
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • CCTV outside property
    • Smoke alarms
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French

    House rules
    Acorn House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    From 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children over 10 are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.
    Cards accepted at this property
    VisaMastercardMaestroCash is not accepted
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Acorn House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    Quiet hours are between 20:00:00 and 08:00:00.

    In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    FAQs about Acorn House

    • Room options at Acorn House include:

      • Twin/Double
      • Double
    • The prices at Acorn House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

    • Acorn House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Check-in at Acorn House is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

      • Acorn House is 2,450 feet from the center of Keswick. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.