Situated 16 km from Buttermere, 33 km from Askham Hall and 35 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Getaway features accommodation located in Keswick. The property is set 42 km from Lake Windermere, 7 km from Cat Bells and 8 km from Whinlatter Forest Park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Derwentwater is 3.1 km away. The spacious apartment has 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The accommodation is non-smoking. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Keswick, like golfing, cycling and fishing. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 128 km from The Getaway.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Keswick, this property has an excellent location score of 10.0

FREE parking!


Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
8.4
Location
10
High score for Keswick
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Linda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was excellent for our activities. Parking was fairly near. Appartment was spacious for 2 and the open plan was a plus.
  • Carol
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was just perfect. Close to town centre, but very quiet at night. Accommodation was very comfortable with plenty of space.
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location is superb, right next door to Booths supermarket and the buses. The town centre on your door step. The lake only a short walk away. The location combined the ease of the town with easy access to countryside by foot. Although there...
  • Amit
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location is excellent- a first floor apartment right next to Booths in the town centre. Perfect for many fell walks from the front door and ambling around town. The apartment is well laid out and spacious and would happily stay here again. Clear...
  • Wendy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic location , beautiful property , spacious well kept and furnished
  • Guy
    Australia Australia
    Great location and well equipped with everything we needed
  • Christine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This property is in the centre of town which suited us well. It has a good layout, and is a nice bright living room. Furnished very nicely. Plenty of space. Comfy seating for four and table and chairs for four too (so could have friends for a...
  • Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect location, literally next door to the (brilliant) Booths supermarket. Super clean, well equipped and functional apartment.
  • Laura
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    perfect location and a really lovely open plan apartment
  • Vagtepes
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Well located centrally Very spacious flat Good comfort

Quality rating

This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 83,929 reviews from 21013 properties
21013 managed properties

Company information

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property information

The open-plan living area includes a kitchen housing an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, a dining set for two and a TV. There is a double bedroom serviced by a shower room. To the outside is parking. Within 0.2 miles there is a shop, 0.1 miles a pub. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are included in the price. This property does not accept pets or smoking. The Getaway enjoys a convenience location in Keswick, perfect for a romantic break in any season.

Neighbourhood information

Keswick, the northern Lake District holiday hub, has something to offer visitors at any time of year. The town has many stores and restaurants to suit all interests, as well as miniature golf, wonderful parks, the famous Theatre by the Lake, a quaint cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing and great mountain biking prospects. Between Braithwaite and Buttermere sits the lovely Newlands Valley, and Bassenthwaite Lake is a must-see. Everybody can enjoy a peaceful countryside stroll or a hard walk up Skiddaw or the Catbells. Alternatively, take a boat excursion around Derwentwater or see the Castlerigg Stone Circle. Great family attractions, parks, and the surrounding Lake District Wildlife Park make this a year-round Lakeland destination.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Getaway
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Heating
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Miscellaneous
  • Non-smoking throughout
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules
The Getaway takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about The Getaway

  • The Getaway is 400 yards from the centre of Keswick. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Getaway offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)

  • The Getaway can accommodate the following group size:

    • 2 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at The Getaway may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Getaway has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedroom

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Check-in at The Getaway is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.