Limhus House in Keswick | Stunning Cumbria Group Cottage

About Limhus House

Limhus House is a semi-detached property in Keswick, Lake District. Perfect for groups of up to 8 guests, this spacious four-bedroom house sits in a quiet residential area with mountain views from private balconies. Just a 5-minute walk from town centre and 10 minutes to lake trails, it's ideal for family gatherings or friend reunions.

The Lake District location offers the best of both worlds. Enjoy peaceful surroundings while being close to shops, restaurants and outdoor activities. The property backs onto Skiddaw mountain with Casey Pike visible from the front - stunning views in all directions.

Accommodation includes one super-king bedroom with balcony and en-suite shower room, two king-size bedrooms (one with balcony, one with en-suite) and one double bedroom. There's a family bathroom with bath and walk-in shower plus a ground-floor shower room. The large kitchen-diner comes fully equipped with double oven, hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. A comfortable sitting room features a gas wood stove-effect fire and Smart TV.

Nearby attractions include Theatre by the Lake (1.2 miles, 5 mins), Keswick Museum (0.7 miles, 3 mins), Castlerigg Stone Circle (2.5 miles, 10 mins) and Derwentwater (1.2 miles, 5 mins). For active groups, try Go Ape tree top adventure or tackle famous hikes like Catbells or Skiddaw.

Limhus House stands out for its combination of space, comfort and location. It's perfect for multi-generation families or friend groups who want to explore the Lakes together while having a warm, welcoming base to return to each day.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Central heating
✓One dog accepted
✓Smart tvs in sitting room and diner, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Private driveway for 2 cars
✓Off road parking
✓Outdoor covered shared storage for bikes, paddleboards etc
✓Rear shared lawned garden, and 2 x balcony with furniture
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.5 miles, river greta 0.3 miles, derwentwater 1.2 miles
✓Note: there are steps to the exterior of the home; please take care
✓Note: check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
✓Note: limhus house is a semi-detached property situated in a quiet residential area, please be mindful you are sharing the garden, storage area and off-road parking with your neighbours
✓Note: this property can be booked with limhus cottage ref
✓1063127 together sleeping 10 guests

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Limhus House

Stunning mountain views

Wake up to breathtaking views of Skiddaw from rear balconies and Casey Pike from the front windows. Perfect backdrop for morning coffee.

Perfect location

Just 5-10 minutes' walk to Keswick town centre and lake trails. No need to drive for dinner, shopping or lakeside walks.

Spacious for groups

Four bedrooms and multiple bathrooms mean everyone has their own space. The large kitchen-diner is great for group meals.

Dog-friendly garden

Shared lawned garden gives pets room to stretch their legs. Several guests mentioned how much their dogs loved the outdoor space.

Comfortable beds

Multiple reviews praise the exceptionally comfortable beds. Perfect after a day of Lake District hiking or sightseeing.

Off-road parking

Private driveway fits two cars, a real bonus in Keswick where parking can be difficult, especially for larger groups.

Getting To Limhus House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Limhus House by car, follow the A66 to Keswick and then local signs. The property is located in a quiet residential area with private off-road parking for two cars available upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Penrith, about 17 miles away. From there, regular bus services run to Keswick or you can take a taxi directly to the property.

Off-road parking for two cars

Penrith station (17 miles)

Easily accessible from the A66

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Theatre by the Lake

Distance: 1.2 miles

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Keswick Museum

Distance: 0.7 miles

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Castlerigg Stone Circle

Distance: 2.5 miles

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Derwentwater Lake Trail

Distance: 1.2 miles

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Catbells Hike

Distance: 3.5 miles

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Walla Crag

Distance: 2.3 miles

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Keswick Market

Distance: 0.5 miles

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Booths Supermarket

Distance: 0.7 miles

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Keswick Outdoor Shops

Distance: 0.5 miles

CA12 5JR

Keswick Launch

Distance: 1.2 miles

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Keswick Bus Station

Distance: 0.6 miles

CA12 5DF

Go Ape Whinlatter

Distance: 5.2 miles

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Theatre by the Lake

Distance: 1.2 miles

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Keswick Museum

Distance: 0.7 miles

CA12 5DX

Castlerigg Stone Circle

Distance: 2.5 miles

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Derwentwater Lake Trail

Distance: 1.2 miles

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Catbells Hike

Distance: 3.5 miles

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Walla Crag

Distance: 2.3 miles

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Keswick Market

Distance: 0.5 miles

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Booths Supermarket

Distance: 0.7 miles

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Keswick Outdoor Shops

Distance: 0.5 miles

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Keswick Launch

Distance: 1.2 miles

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Keswick Bus Station

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Go Ape Whinlatter

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Is Limhus House Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Children will love exploring the Lake District from this family-friendly base. Keswick has a playground just 5 minutes' walk away, plus the Puzzling Place and Derwent Pencil Museum offer rainy-day fun. The garden provides outdoor space, while Derwentwater is perfect for paddling, boat trips and spotting wildlife on lakeside walks.

Groups Will Love...

The spacious kitchen-diner is the heart of this group property. It comes fully equipped with double oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine - everything needed for catering for eight people. Recent guests confirm there are plenty of pots, pans and cooking equipment for preparing group meals together.

Pet Friendly

One dog is welcome at Limhus House. The shared lawned garden provides outdoor space for your pet and the River Greta is just 0.3 miles away for riverside walks. Derwentwater shoreline (1.2 miles) offers perfect dog walking territory and many Keswick pubs and cafés welcome well-behaved dogs.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Limhus House

The Royal Oak

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA12 5HZ

Fellpack

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Java Coffee Shop

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Limhus House

Is Limhus House pet-friendly?

Yes, the property welcomes one dog. Your four-legged companion will enjoy the shared lawned garden and there are plenty of walks directly from the house including paths to Derwentwater just 1.2 miles away.

How many cars can park at the property?

There is private off-road parking for two cars on the driveway. Additional vehicles would need to use nearby public parking in Keswick town centre.

How far is it to walk into Keswick town centre?

The town centre is approximately a 5-10 minute walk from Limhus House. Shops, restaurants and amenities are all easily accessible on foot without needing to drive.

Are there balconies at the property?

Yes, two of the bedrooms feature private balconies with outdoor furniture. The super-king bedroom and one king-size bedroom both have balconies with views towards Skiddaw mountain.

Is there storage for outdoor equipment?

The property offers covered shared storage for bikes, paddleboards and other outdoor equipment. This secure space is ideal for groups bringing their own gear for Lake District adventures.

How many bathrooms does the property have?

Limhus House has four bathrooms in total. There are two en-suite shower rooms (attached to the super-king and one king-size bedroom), plus a family bathroom with bath and walk-in shower and a ground-floor shower room.

Is the kitchen well-equipped for cooking for eight people?

Yes, the kitchen is fully equipped for large groups with an electric double oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Recent reviews confirm there are plenty of pots, pans and oven trays.

What hiking routes are accessible from the property?

Several famous Lake District walks are accessible from the doorstep. Skiddaw, Catbells, Walla Crag and the Coledale Horseshoe are all popular routes nearby, with varying difficulty levels to suit different abilities.

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Limhus House Reviews

We booked the house for a weekend away with our grown up children and their partners, and we loved the space and facilities in the house. The bedrooms were comfortable, with plenty of bathrooms for us all to have one per couple, and the garden and balcony overlooking the mountains was a huge bonus. We appreciated the ample parking and being able to walk into Keswick without having to take the cars. It is a lovely house, well equipped and we'd definitely recommend it.

Excellent property in a perfect position, views from balcony and windows absolutely beautiful. Everything you need in this property, one thing we all would of preferred were comfortable seats with backs on around the kitchen table where a lot of time is spent eating and playing games etc. Would definitely return to this excellent property in the near future.

Hannah

A lovely stay at Limhus House! Very clean and comfortable and the perfect location. Would definitely love to stay here again.

Christopher

Nice property with plenty of space and well located for a short walk into Keswick. Large garden great for kids and is well equipped.

Joanne

This is our second time staying here and we have booked again for next year. The house is comfortable, well equipped and the views from the back are just stunning.

We really enjoyed our stay at Limhus House. It is a good size property with plenty of space. It has lovely views of the mountains from the front and rear windows, and its location is very convenient for walking into Keswick. It is decorated and furnished very well, with the beds in particular being nice and comfortable. We enjoyed it that much we are planning on going back!

Lovely house just on the edge of Keswick. Has everything youd need for a great stay and the views of the mountains at the back are amazing. Garden is huge and fully enclosed so great for the dog. A couple of tweaks lamps in hall dining room and the water pressure and very very hot temperatures sorting and it would be perfect!

Lovely 4 bed semi detached house. Place was clean on arrival, included towels and other key essentials. Lovely views from the back of the house up to the mountains hills. Lovely week FYI, something odd with the water pressure didn't impact us, if you turn the bath fully on in the main bathroom, the shower in there turns off.

We had a lovely stay at Limhus house with our family which included 3 young children. The rooms are spacious and clean, the beds were comfortable and it easily felt like a home away from home. The views from the back are amazing, the kids loved riding their bikes in the back garden. Just a 510 minute walk into Keswick, it was a great location. Would highly recommend to families and couples and would certainly consider booking again for a future visit to Keswick.

We had an amazing time at Limhus. It had everything we needed and was a great base for exploring Keswick and the lakes.

Rachel

Lovely spacious house very close to Keswick and wonderful walks from the house. House was clean and had everything we needed. Comfy beds and two bedrooms with balconies where we enjoyed some sunny breakfasts! The views from all windows are wonderful and the house has a lovely garden too. Great to have onsite parking. Highly recommend. Will definitely return.

Joanne

We have just got back from a weekend at this lovely house to celebrate my Mums 80th The owners have clearly taken onboard feedback relating to pots, pans, oven trays etc as there were plenty. The house itself is in a perfect position with stunning views both to the front and the back. Our dog loved the garden as did we. We have already booked to go back again next year!

Michelle

Our 2nd visit, see you next year. Lovely holiday

We loved this property and will definitely be back . Its fantastically warm and comfortable in every way . The views from front and back are breathtaking Skiddaw at back , Casey Pike at front ! and its a five minute walk into Keswick and ten to lake trail . We would suggest provision of a large lidded casserole and one more big saucepan . Most importantly that beautiful kitchen diner needs two lamps for the dining end we brought bedroom lamps downstairs because one bedroom was unoccupied due to illness . Super holiday property .

Victoria

The house was generally very pleasant and of course we loved the area. The accommodation was very spacious, beautifully decorated and clean, and the beds were particularly comfortable. However, the items provided in the kitchen require urgent reassessment. Although the plates, glasses and cutlery were good, there were no dishes suitable for cooking anything in the oven no casserole, no pie dish, no roasting tin, nothing suitable for cooking for the residents of a house for eight. No scales or measuring jug none of the basics. This made catering for the group really tricky and necessitated the purchase of a suitable dish, which Sykes and the owner refused to refund. Although it didn't spoil our holiday, it did present a degree of inconvenience which we have never experienced in any of the many cottages we've stayed in over the years. It was unexpected, particularly given the quality and cost of the accommodation. And the refusal to refund or provide something left an unfortunate lasting impression.

An excellent, well equipped and spacious property. Easy walk into the centre of Keswick. Great views.

Stephanie

Fantastic stay in a beautiful home. Perfectly located within short walking distance of Keswick town. 4 large doubleking bedrooms with plenty of room for 6 adults, a toddler and a baby and everything that comes along with them! Kitchen had everything we needed and the lovely big flat garden was a bonus! Our stay was a very lastminute reunion with family from around the world this home really made it for us. I would recommend to friends and hope to stay again if we return to Keswick! Thank you for a lovely experience.

William

The property was immaculately clean, the kitchen and dining area are great for 8 people. The garden is superb for those with dogs.Having the towel rails come on for a while each day was a good idea. The shower pressure upstairs is not good and 2 towels were stained but still clean. I would have liked 2 pillows in the main master bedroom. Good location, 10 minutes walk to the market square. We realised the front en suite shower was leaking on Wednesday. I tried to contact sykes about it but received no response. I was worried that the message had not been passed on for repair so put a note in the shower to make sure the next guests did not use it. I tried the message service online and the whatsapp but received no response.

Limhus House is a fabulous 4 bedroomed property, comfortable, well maintained, clean property with the benefit of 2 ensuites and off road parking for 2 cars. It also has a balcony to the two rear bedrooms with amazing views. Ideal for a morning cuppa if the sun is shining.

Limhus House is a fabulous place to stay, very spacious and comfortable. The views are outstanding and its only 5 to 10 minute walk in to the centre of Keswick. We 6 adults, a 3 year old and a dog had a great time, and would certainly book again if we return to Keswick.

We were two families holidaying together, it is a lovely house, perfectly located for all activities in and around Keswick. The kitchen is fitted to provide all options for catering for all group sizes, the reception room and kitchen were great to be spend time with each other.

Lesley

Limhus House was the perfect venue for a get together with our family. It is in an ideal position, just 10 mins walk to shops,parks & restaurants when needed. Limhus house is really well equipped, clean, lovely decor & very spacious. We were sad to leave but would love to return & sit on the balcony again overlooking Skiddaw.

This is the first time we've booked accommodation like this and we were somewhat apprehensive. The house is as it was advertised on the Sykes Cottages website although we immediately thought it was better than we expected. We were seven, three generations gathered to celebrate an eightieth birthday. The clean, modern accommodation added to our celebrations. The beds were comfortable, the table and seating ideal. The kitchen fittings were high quality and easy to use. That the heating and hot water were adjustable also helped. The gas fire caused some problems but we rang Sykes in Chester and soon after, a maintenance engineer arrived and corrected the fault. Can I find a problem? Maybe the addition of a couple of hooks to hang a kitchen towel and a tea towel will help. Will we book with Sykes again? We already have.

We had a wonderful stay at Limhus house. As a family of four, it was very spacious and had everything we needed. Such a great location, we didnt need to use the car all week. We were really sad to leave and will hopefully be back one day!

Doreen

Limhus house was just amazing it had everything that you could ask for , ... Limhus house was just amazing it had everything that you could ask for , beautiful views from the bedroom balconies fantastic well equipped kitchen and just a 10 minute walk into the town would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a holiday home to rent

We loved our stay here. The house is beautifully furnished and well equipped and the views from the rear balconies are just lovely. Just the right distance from keswick centre. We felt very comfortable and cosy coming home to Limhus House. Thank you.

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Limhus House, Keswick

About Limhus House

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Stunning mountain views

Perfect location

Spacious for groups

Dog-friendly garden

Comfortable beds

Off-road parking

Getting To Limhus House

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Limhus House Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Royal Oak

Fellpack

Java Coffee Shop

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Limhus House Reviews