#{ServerName}
1 / 19  
2 / 19  
3 / 19  
4 / 19  
5 / 19  
6 / 19  
7 / 19  
8 / 19  
9 / 19  
10 / 19  
11 / 19  
12 / 19  
13 / 19  
14 / 19  
15 / 19  
16 / 19  
17 / 19  
18 / 19  
19 / 19  

Dancing Beck

Keswick, Lake District
holidaycottages.co.uk logo

This property is managed by holidaycottages.co.uk info_outline

Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
10 more

At a glance

  • Situated at the foot of Skiddaw and Latrigg
  • Enjoy your morning coffee and evening drinks in the garden, taking in the views
  • Just 3 miles from lovely Keswick and Derwentwater
Property code: 82547

With red squirrels running by and magnificent fell views to enjoy from home, this stunning Lakeland property is a top choice for both man and dog alike. Your entire pack will no doubt find something to write home about during a stay in this delightful cottage, which comfortably sleeps five human guests and two beloved pups. We’re certain your four-pawed pals will find cosy sleeping spots in front of the wood burners in the lounge and dining room, tails wagging with exhaustion after long hikes and unforgettable walkies in the surrounding National Park.

Lovingly presented, with plenty of traditional features, this charming stone house maintains an elegant country style. With flagged stone flooring on the ground floor, you won’t have to worry about muddy paws making a mess the moment you step inside. Make a beeline for the hub of the kitchen and warm up by the authentic oil Aga before throwing logs on the wood burners. A handy ground-floor utility room offers washing facilities, perfect for throwing dog towels and muddy outerwear in to wash, and a covered storage area outside, off the kitchen, allows for storage of activity gear and bikes. Let the dogs enjoy a stroll around the enclosed garden space whilst you sit with a morning coffee, soaking up the stunning views of surrounding fells.

Let your canine companions sniff out some adventure close by, discovering the waters of Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwentwater (1 mile and 3 miles respectively). There’s plenty of wildlife to be chased and views to be enjoyed when hiking the surrounding mountains, finding Skiddaw (5 miles), Blencathara (9 miles) and Grisedale Pike (7 miles) accessible from your doorstep. Alternatively, for less energetic pups who can’t face a mountain hike, enjoy the luscious terrain of the Whinlatter Forest Park just 6 miles away.

  • 2 bedrooms – double and family room with double and single bed
  • 2 en-suite bathrooms with shower and WC and ground floor WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, integrated fridge/freezer, dishwasher and oil Aga
  • Utility room with washer/dryer
  • Smart TV in the lounge and small Smart TV in master and small TV' in second bedroom
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Raised patio with garden furniture
  • Private parking for two cars on the drive
  • Covered outside porch with space for bikes and buggies
  • Pubs, shops and restaurants within 3 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week

Holly Popham

This property is personally managed by Holly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 32 guest ratings

Overall cleanliness
Overall cleanliness 4.5 starsOverall cleanliness 4.5 starsOverall cleanliness 4.5 starsOverall cleanliness 4.5 starsOverall cleanliness 4.5 stars4.5
Overall equipment
Overall equipment 4.4 starsOverall equipment 4.4 starsOverall equipment 4.4 starsOverall equipment 4.4 starsOverall equipment 4.4 stars4.4
Overall comfort
Overall comfort 4.7 starsOverall comfort 4.7 starsOverall comfort 4.7 starsOverall comfort 4.7 starsOverall comfort 4.7 stars4.7
Overall location
Overall location 4.9 starsOverall location 4.9 starsOverall location 4.9 starsOverall location 4.9 starsOverall location 4.9 stars4.9

Reviewed by Caroline 11th October 2024

Guest rating 3.4 starsGuest rating 3.4 starsGuest rating 3.4 starsGuest rating 3.4 starsGuest rating 3.4 stars

Reviewed by marie 7th October 2024

Guest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 stars

Lovely homely place to stay loved it

Reviewed by Anne 6th September 2024

Guest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 stars

A lovely place and we enjoyed our break here. Very olde worlde but it goes with the traditional cottage retreat. Views amazing and we enjoyed the outside sitooterie. Cleaning stuff very basic and we had to buy loo roll and washing up liquid etc However, beds very comfortable and clean. It was really nice and we had a good holiday.

Reviewed by Karen 20th July 2024

Guest rating 3.8 starsGuest rating 3.8 starsGuest rating 3.8 starsGuest rating 3.8 starsGuest rating 3.8 stars

Reviewed by Nigel 12th July 2024

Guest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 stars

Reviewed by John 21st June 2024

Guest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 stars

A beautiful spacious cottage with fantastic views. Well equipped and had a very homely feeling. Plenty of off road parking. Owner lives next door and was very friendly and responsive when we encountered a problem with the oven. Welcome pack a little underwhelming so make sure you take enough dishwasher tablets for the number of days you are stayingRead more and as you cant get in before 5pm and nearest shops are in Keswick take milk so you can have a decent cupper. A great place to see red squirels. Hide

Reviewed by Robert 19th April 2024

Guest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 stars

Reviewed by Paul 12th March 2024

Guest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 stars

An excellent cottage, in a fantastic location . We had an incredibly wet week but we were able to dry boots and clothing with ease and plenty of space to relax in.

Reviewed by Lorna 5th January 2024

Guest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 stars

Where to start? An absolute find, one of the best places we've ever stayed at. Fabulous location. Lovely period property. Spotlessly clean, well equipped and so comfortable. Will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Peter 29th December 2023

Guest rating 3.4 starsGuest rating 3.4 starsGuest rating 3.4 starsGuest rating 3.4 starsGuest rating 3.4 stars

Reviewed by Paul 22nd December 2023

Guest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 stars

Myself, my partner, two children and two dogs had a fantastic time staying here during the Christmas period. Fabulous views of the fells and beautiful scenic walks right on the doorstep. We would definitely stay again, the location is superb with Keswick only minutes away.

Reviewed by Michael 24th November 2023

Guest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 stars

Reviewed by Karen 4th November 2023

Guest rating 3.8 starsGuest rating 3.8 starsGuest rating 3.8 starsGuest rating 3.8 starsGuest rating 3.8 stars

Excellent cottage in a beautiful location. Joe was an excellent host and we enjoyed meeting him.

Reviewed by Sarah 28th October 2023

Guest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 stars

Lovely cottage, plenty of room, nice and peaceful...Will definitely try to rebook again, really enjoyed our time away. Thank you

Reviewed by Gordon 6th October 2023

Guest rating 4 starsGuest rating 4 starsGuest rating 4 starsGuest rating 4 starsGuest rating 4 stars

There were pros and cons. It is beautifully situated well outside Keswick but with easy access to the town and beyond. It has magnificent fell views from all front windows and the outdoor sitting area. It is a spacious, generally comfortable , potentially lovely old house, but many of the furnishings seem old and tired and it has a rather unloved fRead moreeel. When we arrived the house was very cold and unwelcoming and compared to many holiday rentals the welcome pack was meagre. Not even fresh milk. Hide

Reviewed by Craig 16th September 2023

Guest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 stars

We had a lovely 2 week stay at this cottage. All the equipment you could ask for were provided and Joe the owner next door was a lovely person and dealt with any concerns or ready for a friendly chat. We very much enjoyed the outside seating area with the glorious views. We spent a number of occasions out here with our dog and a cup of tea. The bedRead mores were very comfortable and living room with fire place was very homely. Great outside area for bike storage or buggies also. Hide

Reviewed by Simon 9th September 2023

Guest rating 4.4 starsGuest rating 4.4 starsGuest rating 4.4 starsGuest rating 4.4 starsGuest rating 4.4 stars

We had an excellent time staying here , the views are outstanding and we didnt use the car all week as plenty of great walks straight from the door . Situated where it is is really quiet too, perfect week really

Reviewed by Ruth 1st September 2023

Guest rating 4.4 starsGuest rating 4.4 starsGuest rating 4.4 starsGuest rating 4.4 starsGuest rating 4.4 stars

Loved our stay, location was perfect and cottage was comfortable

Reviewed by Lesley 25th August 2023

Guest rating 4.4 starsGuest rating 4.4 starsGuest rating 4.4 starsGuest rating 4.4 starsGuest rating 4.4 stars

Lovely stay in beautifully situated property . Great walks for the dog directly from the cottage via Dodd woods . The kitchen lacked work top space and would have benefited from a pair of oven gloves .

Reviewed by Jenny 12th August 2023

Guest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 stars

I just wanted to say thank you so much, we had a lovely stay, the property is stunning We really appreciated the extra touches especially the folder with all the useful information and contact numbers

Reviewed by Susan 28th July 2023

Guest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 stars

Had a really lovely week even though the weather was mixed and it rained a lot. All enjoyed staying at Dancing Beck, very comfortable, peaceful and wonderful views.

Reviewed by Stephen 21st July 2023

Guest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 stars

Very nice property with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Ideal location within easy reach of Keswick.

Reviewed by Michael 7th July 2023

Guest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 stars

Firstly the view - just wow. The view over the fells is amazing just sitting out in the amazing gazebo was a holiday in itself. The photos on the website just dont do it justice. Add to that watching the red squirrels play in the garden and what a start to a hiking week. The cottage is much larger than you would expect from a two bedroom and it hasRead more all the amenities you would want. There are many walks we could do from the house or a short drive away. Hide

Reviewed by George 9th June 2023

Guest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 stars

we have stayed in some delightful cottages and in wonderful locations over the years but can honestly say this ,is tops in everything .This will be the first search for availability from now .My face book posts picked up by friends was positively wows and amazing where are you. They now know

Reviewed by Allan 26th May 2023

Guest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 stars

Great cottage, we loved the little hut for us to eat and drink. Beds really comfy, lounge cosy in the evening. The view, we will take it home with us.

Reviewed by Fiona 12th May 2023

Guest rating 4.2 starsGuest rating 4.2 starsGuest rating 4.2 starsGuest rating 4.2 starsGuest rating 4.2 stars

Our second visit to this property and we enjoyed the wonderful views across the Derwent valley again. This is a very good location for reaching lots of walk starting points and we did a mixture of old and new, including one from out of the door. Very similar weather to last year so we were only able to sit out in the pretty garden area a couple of Read moretimes. We had some internet issues but the owner came round promptly to see what the problem was. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 5th May 2023

Guest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 stars

This cottage was a last minute find but didnt disappoint. The space in the cottage is perfect, the dining room space is ideal for chilling in. After a da exploring, the view is just lovely. We never moved out of it with four adults, a child and two dogs . The cottage has all you need to cater, was warm and cosy, and so so quiet!!! We visited derwenRead moretwater and buttermere over the three days we stayed. Keswick just a few minutes away with a beautiful park, put put, cafes, shoreline and parking Hide

Reviewed by Tracey 21st April 2023

Guest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 stars

A lovely spacious, warm cottage, with excellent parking and beautiful views.

Reviewed by Judy 7th April 2023

Guest rating 4 starsGuest rating 4 starsGuest rating 4 starsGuest rating 4 starsGuest rating 4 stars

Dancing Beck was a guest house previously and still has a 'front of house vs back of house' feel. The decor is dated and the layout slightly unusual but we had a very comfortable stay - it's a cosy cottage in a good location with an amazing view over the fells. Visitors will need to take everything they need as there are no basics provided in the kRead moreitchen (milk, oil, washing up liquid etc) Hide

Reviewed by Jennifer 17th March 2023

Guest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 stars

Very well Located. Easy access to keswick. Walks straight from the door. Only 10 mins from whinlatter mtb park. House spacious and warm and comfortable. Nice wood burner and fantastic views. Plenty of quality towels. Hairdryer in each room. Saw red squirrel in garden. Plenty of parking space. Nice meal at sun inn Bassenthwaite and Lyzzick hall restRead moreaurant. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 11th November 2022

Guest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 starsGuest rating 4.8 stars

Had a brilliant stay with our young family and their grandparents. Lovely spacious property in a lovely location far enough out of town to be quiet but only a short drive into all the required amenities at Keswick and Cockermouth. The owner Joe was brilliant and due to the property being empty the days leading up to our stay, on contacting him, he Read morewas happy for us to arrive early due to having 2 young children. Would recommend staying and a massive thankyou to Joe for the lovely stay. Hide

Reviewed by Joanne 1st November 2022

Guest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 starsGuest rating 5 stars

Lovely house. We had a great time here. Location was fantastic. Very comfortable to stay in. Dining room was very spacious for 5 people and views out if the window were fabulous.

30 more
Show 7 more

Location

Map
Note: As the postcode is used to identify the general area of the property, it may not always reflect its precise location, therefore please only use this map as a guide.
The Travel Chapter Limited trading as Canine Cottages is an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (their registration number is 313486) and which is permitted to advise on and arrange general insurance contracts as an intermediary.
The Travel Chapter Limited trading as Canine Cottages | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House Gammaton Road Bideford EX39 4DF Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.