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Lydia's River Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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A stone cottage with a green door and a bench outside.
A modern kitchen with light blue cabinets, a wooden dining table, and chairs.
A modern kitchen with light blue cabinets, a dining area with wooden chairs, a beige sofa, and a stone fireplace.
A bedroom with two beds, a window with a view of trees, and a wall with a leafy pattern.
A stone cottage with a green door and a bench outside.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
The current price is AU$1,417
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct

Explore the area

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Central Keswick
  • Place, Derwent Pencil Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Derwentwater
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Theatre By The Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the area

Keswick

At this cottage you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery. .Accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a balcony. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A Smart TV, a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Keswick Museum and Art Gallery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle - 1 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Derwent Pencil Museum - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Derwentwater - 4 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Theatre By The Lake - 5 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 19 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Wainwright Pub - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Lake Road Brunch - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Round - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lydia's River Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Lydia's River Cottage is open plan downstairs, fully central heated with a remote control living flame gas stove to provide a nice cosy focal point on cooler days. There is a 40 inch Smart Super HDTV and a DAB radio.

The kitchen is equipped with a dishwasher, washing machine, fridge freezer, oven with ceramic hob above and a microwave oven.

The rear door leads onto a large elevated riverside patio directly above the river Greta, which is private and has spectacular river views.Relaxed outdoor dining can be combined with wildlife viewing (binoculars supplied). Ducks, goldeneye, mergansers, herons, white throated dippers and grey wagtails are common and the rarer sightings include kingfishers and otters.

Upstairs there are two pretty bedrooms - a double bedroom to the rear of the property which overlooks the river and a twin bedded room to the front with views towards Walla Crag.

The modern shower room washbasin and toilet are upstairs, as the cottage has no bath the owners installed a large shower with choice of monsoon or normal showering.

Parking for the cottage is private, off road and large enough for two cars.

WiFi is complementary and unlimited approx 16Mbps.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

642922

Frequently asked questions

Does Lydia's River Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Lydia's River Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

As of 26 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lydia's River Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms on 10 Oct 2026 start from AU$1,417, 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.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lydia's River Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

No, Lydia's River Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lydia's River Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Lydia's River Cottage - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place good location

Gorgeous place lots of space inside and out and lovely and cool in this weather. Easy to access spacious rooms, comfy bed only thing is we did have to move the bed to put our travel cot in there and some dust bunnies under bed but not the end of the world would 100% stay again
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely Riverside Hideaway

Warm, cosy and has everything you need for a perfect day, with the added bonus of the riverside patio.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect place to stay

Lovely cottage which is warm and cosy in a great central location. Very clean and has everything you need for a break away. Would love to stay again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice Cottage

Clean, well equipped, reasonably comfortable, pleasantly situated by the River Greta and an easy walk into Keswick town centre. The busy main road towards Penrith that runs past the cottage is a little noisy but that’s not the fault of the cottage, just something to be aware of. Overall a very pleasant stay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Very comfortable stay

The cottage was very well equipped and one well behaved dog manageable. Too small for 4adults but for 4 nights it was ok. Beds were lovely and comfortable.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Keswick delight

A fantastic cottage in the perfect location. Providing easy access to the Threlkeld railway walk, 0.5 miles out of town. Ideal parking space on the front with a lovely pub opposite. Would highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing place to stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. I am always hesitant to stay away from home due to cleanliness but the cottage was so lovely and clean. It had everything that we needed and was a short and lovely walk into the centre. The patio backs right onto the river which was such a lovely surprise. We stayed a couple of weeks before Christmas and the price was amazing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cosy & comfortable home from home!

Very well equipped beautiful cottage. Comfortable & cosy. Excellent location within walking distance to Keswick. Very peaceful & relaxing. Will definitely book again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute cottage. Nice to be next to the river and appreciated the designated parking spot. Would have liked a few more amenities like shower gel in the bathroom and paper towels and cooking oil in the kitchen.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Cottage

This cottage is lovely Everything you need and lovely and clean The courtyard out the back is perfect for a glass of wine
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Glorious riverside cottage

Lydia’s cottage is a delight, it definitely has the wow factor. Everything about it is a delight, it’s so well equipped and comfortable. It was very pleasant to go to sleep every night with the sound of the river, and a very comfy bed. A big plus for me was the bus stops outside, I travelled by train so I used the very good bus service to get around. I also appreciated the Fair Share scheme so I could donate food etc that I couldn’t take with me. I highly recommend this cottage and would definitely book again. It also helped that I had beautiful weather so the patio overlooking the river was well used!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location.

Well appointed cottage in a perfect location. Even Xmas decs provided. 10 min walk to Keswick. Only used our car once to grocery shop. Will book again. Definitely.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous weekend break

Fabulous weekend break in a spotless, cosy and modern cottage. Would definitely recommend staying here. Only a short walk into Keswick and there is a shop just opposite for any essentials. The sound of the river outside is so peaceful. Go ahead and book it!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lydia's River cottage

Lovely cottage situated just far enough out of town with bus stops and a pub nearby. Very well equipped. Lovely outside area overlooking river which would be perfect for having a drink on a summer evening.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lydia’s cottage

Would stay again the owners could put up a small trellis up on the left outside wall to have stopped our dogs going to visit the other cottages next to Lydia’s,lucky that no one was staying in the cottage next door,also a lot of people don’t like dogs,nice decor,lovely warm and comfortable,shower very large and plenty of hot water,we think the double bed needs to be in the front bedroom and the twin beds in the back,so close to the town,we had a very comfortable and a sunny week thankyou in Lydia’s cottage and we would recommend to family and friends as also parking for 2 cars what more could you ask for
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A perfect stay

We love the location of the cottage. Being on the river is so picturesque and perfect for morning coffees outside. The cottage is really comfortable and spotless. It had everything we needed for a lovely stay. Keswick is a lovely town with lots of beautiful walks nearby. Recommend Casa Bella and Bar Es for delicious meals.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lydia's River Cottage

Lydia's River Cottage is comfortable, clean with an excellent shower and comfortable bed. It is a short walk in to Keswick with parking for two cars. Despite being situated on the Penrith Road, it is set back and extremely quiet. Another lovely feature is the river running behind the cottage. My one bugbear and this applies to all holiday rentals. Why so few teaspoons (5) and mugs when you want the client to use the dishwasher.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great location

Great location for walking in to Keswick town. Very comfortable and homely cottage. Although weather didn’t allow the outdoor patio area was lovely over looking the river. Smart tv was great so too the wood burner effect gas fire. Parking on the cottage’s driveway very convenient.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A gem of a cottage

Lydia's River Cottage is a real gem. It is very well presented, clean and comfortable - perfect to return to after a long day walking.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect 2 bedroom cottage

Lydia's River Cottage provided an excellent base in Keswick as it is easy to reach from the A66, quiet, cosy, very clean, well appointed and located by the Greta River. It has the convenience of off-road parking, and is an easy 15 minute walk into Keswick town centre, though there is a decent pub literally over the road from the cottage. I would happily return to Lydia's River Cottage and probably will.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Happy Return.

Having been to Lydia's Cottage before we knew what to expect - a really comfortable holiday home, with high quality kitchen and bathroom fittings and a wonderful setting. The nearby Spar store and garage, plus the proximity to the town make it an ideal location for us.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Another relaxing time in our favourite cottage.

We always have a very relaxing time at Lydia’s cottage. This s our second visit this year. Hopefully it won’t be too long until we are back again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lydia river cottage

Had a lovely week stay in Cottage . Very cosy and a perfect location . The only thing that was missing which would have been useful was a bench at the front of house .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful location

We had a fantastic time at Lydia’s cottage. Although on a main road no noise could be heard from passing vehicles. The back of the property backs onto the river and the views and the sound of the river were heavenly. Lots of bird action & binoculars provided in the property gave us a close up view. The property itself has been beautifully renovated and on arrival spotlessly clean. Beds and bedding really comfortable and lovely bathroom with an excellent rainfall shower. The owners of the cottage, Michael & Daphne, were very prompt and helpful regarding help with heating controls (our only request) The cottage location is perfectly placed for access quick to the Threlkeld railway trail and dozens of other walks from easy to hard. A 10 minute walk will take you into town with access to lots of dog friendly pubs, cafes and restaurants. Thank you Michael & Daphne for a great stay
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage in great location

We enjoyed another week at Lydia’s Riverside Cottage. The house is quiet, clean, comfortable and warm and in an excellent location, being around a 10 minute walk into the town centre. Parking is a big bonus and with so many fantastic hikes from the town centre you don’t need to use your car. Highly recommended