Laurel Bank Guest House is located in Keswick, in the heart of the Lake District. Free WiFi access is available and each room has its own private, allocated parking space. Keswick town center is just a mile away and features a variety of places to eat and drink. Rooms are individually designed and all are en suite with complimentary toiletries. Each room comes complete with a flat-screen TV, hairdryer, a desk and tea/coffee making facilities. Many rooms have a beautiful mountain view. The included breakfast is cooked to order and served in the property's bright dining room. A full English breakfast, fresh fruits and yogurts, pastries and grilled smoked haddock with a poached egg are just a few of the options available. Derwent Water is 2 miles from the property, while Theater by the Lake is 5 minutes away by car.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
8.4
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Sven
    United States of America United States of America
    This was a very well appointed BnB, with comfortable beds, modern furnishings, very good breakfast, and friendly and enthusiastic owners. Highly recommended.
  • Mike72h
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfectly placed to walk in to Keswick and to go for walks.
  • Tsahi
    Israel Israel
    Breakfast was great. The place was clean and well kept. The location is just out of the busy center with a lovely walk there. It was a great place to stay.

Managed by Sue & Gary

Company review score: 9.8Based on 260 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

I enjoy walking the hill with our two Labradors. I have extensive knownledge of the mountains, having climbed every mountain in England over 2,000 feet in height. I am a qualified Climbing, Caving, Canoeing and Biathlon Instructor; and in the past led expeditions to the Alps and Cross Country Sking in Norway

Property info

Laurel Bank B & B in Keswick is a charming Victorian guest house offering first class bed & breakfast accommodation in Keswick at the heart of the English Lake District. The proprietors of this idyllic guest house, Sue & Gary Lovatt are always on hand to make your stay as relaxed as possible, with a wealth of knowledge and advice on the area including information on walking, sightseeing, shopping and dining out and about. A FREE private gated Car Park at the rear of the property and a Garage to secure Bicycles. Conveniently situated close to Keswick town centre (Fifteen minutes walk via the disused Keswick Railway line) and the historic Castlerigg Stone Circle Laurel Bank B & B enjoys panoramic views of Grisedale Pike and the wooded slopes of Latrigg. Awarded 4 stars SILVER AWARD by the Visit Britain Walkers Welcome - Help and advice on walking routes to suit and free drying service for 'wet gear' Dogs welcome by arrangement

Neighborhood info

A queit area of Keswick with good views of the Mountains and Latrigg 15 mins leisurely walk to town via the disused Railway Line. Bus stop 50 metres away along with a Post Box. Only half a mile from Castle Rigg Stone Circle

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Laurel Bank Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Live music/Performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Temporary art galleries
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Baby safety gates
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Laurel Bank Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 2 are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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

2 years old
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 2 and up are allowed)

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Laurel Bank Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.

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

Children aged under 2 years old can be accommodated by prior arrangement only.

Children under the age of 12 are charged at GBP 30 per night.

Cots and extra beds are available at the property on request.

Please note ground floor rooms cannot accommodate dogs.

Please inform Laurel Bank Guest 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.

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

FAQs about Laurel Bank Guest House

  • Laurel Bank Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Walking tours
    • Live sports events (broadcast)
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Live music/Performance

  • Room options at Laurel Bank Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Triple
    • Quad

  • Laurel Bank Guest House is 0.9 miles from the center of Keswick. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

  • The prices at Laurel Bank Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.