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Spout Close Cottage

Millbeck, near Keswick, Cumbria
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Waterside Views
Towels included
Family friendly
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Amazing uninterrupted views from the deck over the Lake District National Park
  • Cosy up in the evening in front of the wood burner after a day exploring the local area
  • Perfect place to escape with family or friends
Overview
Property code: OC-90266

Set in the idyllic village of Millbeck on the outskirts of Keswick, this tastefully decorated, and stylishly updated property makes a fantastic holiday home for eager walkers keen to discover the stunning lakes, thriving market towns and impressive fells at the heart of the Lake District. Featuring a wood burner and a spacious decked area offering amazing views, the cottage provides tranquil holiday accommodation for up to six guests. There’s also space for a four-legged friend to tag along to help you explore Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite Lake.

The pretty open-plan lounge/diner offers superb views out over the valley and makes a great space to sit back in front of the wood burner at the end of a fantastic day. The kitchen has a range of useful appliances as well as an additional dining space. Upstairs, you will find three relaxing bedrooms: a double, a twin and a bunk bedroom, along with a family bathroom. From the lounge, patio doors open onto the impressive, decked space which offers spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. This is an ideal space to sit out on a lazy summer’s afternoon and enjoy a BBQ. The garden features a long, sloping lawn with space for your pet to run about and for you to watch the red squirrels.

The cottage is ideally situated with both Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwentwater within a couple of miles, offering some wonderful walks for your dog to take you on. The centre of the thriving town of Keswick is just 2.5 miles away, with plenty of great dog-friendly places to eat and drink, with pets welcome at attractions including the Derwent Pencil Museum, Hope Park and the Puzzling Place. Dogs are also welcome to help you explore Whinlatter Forest (7 miles), the grounds at Mirehouse and Gardens (2.5 miles) and Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum (6.5 miles).

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin, and 1 bunk room
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and 1 ground floor WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dryer and dishwasher
  • Filtered coffee machine in the kitchen
  • Wood burner (initial supply of logs provided)
  • Selection of board games and puzzles
  • Smart TV in lounge and TV in the double bedroom
  • Underfloor heating in the kitchen, hall and bathroom
  • Fire pit (logs are not provided)
  • Decking with seating, sloping lawned garden and built-in charcoal BBQ
  • Unallocated on-street parking (subject to availability)
  • Restaurant 1 miles, Pub 1.5 miles, Shop 2 miles
  • There is a set of 17 shallow steps down to the property from the road level
  • The property has a septic tank, so guests are asked to use natural products or those with no harsh chemicals while staying at the cottage
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Kylie Harmon-Twidle

This property is personally managed by Kylie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Steve 31st May 2026

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Firstly, the cottage is in a great location, in a quiet spot but very close to Keswick and giving easy access to Derwentwater, Bassenthwaite Lake, Whinlatter Forest and the western lakes. The view from the rear of the property is stunning. The cottage is generally well equipped and comfortable but there were aspects in respect of the way the cottagRead moree had been cleaned and left for us which were not satisfactory. This has been mentioned in a review before and so hasnt been properly addressed. Some things were reported to Holiday Cottages early on and they were very good in the way they resolved these. So, a lovely place to stay but there needs to be more attention to detail in preparing the cottage for the next visitors. Hide

Reviewed by Linda 24th March 2026

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The cottage was in a nice location but needed more attention to the cleanliness and standard of the furnishings

Reviewed by Henrietta 7th January 2026

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Well, to start, what a view. Could have sat there all day staring out of the window! The cottage is very comfortable and cosy and the kitchen was SO well equipped. The dog loved it to and the garden was secure for him to be let out. Easy walks from the door and quick journey into town. Loved it. Already booked for next year.

Reviewed by Adam 15th August 2025

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Very comfortable beds and great location with fantastic views. Also the garden was nice and secure for our Labrador. Great walks from the house and only 5 mins drive to Keswick. Only thing is that I really think it is time for some new sofas as they are very old. Otherwise very nice.

Reviewed by Christina 8th August 2025

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Lovely cottage, perfect location, beautiful view. Garden not secure for small dogs tho.

Reviewed by Katharine 25th July 2025

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The best thing about this house are the views across the valley and the outside terrace to sit on. The cleaning standards in the kitchen were disappointing. The bunk beds are suitable for primary aged children but not for teens in my opinion (our teens were longer than the bunk beds).

Reviewed by Patricia 13th June 2025

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Beautiful view and lovely balcony. Enjoyed our week at Spout Close cottage very well equipped kitchen. Beds were very comfy but in need of new furniture in living area. The garden is enclosed for big dogs had to watch our two small dogs when out could do with gates either side of back garden.

Reviewed by Caroline 6th June 2025

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It would be good to have a coffee table. A few more mugs would have been useful. The fencing round the garden needs to be checked as our dog got through a gap into the garden next door.

Reviewed by Caroline 26th May 2025

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Warning! There is no assistance from holiday cottages out of hours. We arrived within the published times, but they had closed early that day. Key lock was jammed, we had no way of accessing the house and no way of contacting help. The cottage is in a beautiful location. We had a few issues with cleanliness.

Reviewed by Sue 4th April 2025

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Reviewed by Adam 14th February 2025

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Lovely place to stay, would recommend without reservation. Nestled on the outskirts of Keswick in a quiet hamlet but within a few minutes drive to the town centre. There are also lots of walks accessible directly from the property.

Reviewed by Kevin 5th November 2024

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We had a little difficulty finding the cottage, we called the local help number and spoke to a gentleman that had been to the property and helped us locate it after going up and down the road a few times. The cottage itself was lovely, the views from the decking area out the back of the property was beautiful. Keswick town is only down the road andRead more had lots of lovely shops, pubs to eat in and stunning walks nearby too. I would recommend this property to anyone, it was so clean and perfect. Hide

Reviewed by Mike 25th October 2024

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It was a delightful and well equipped cottage with fantastic views. It was comfortable and ideal for our two spaniels as well as us. We had a very enjoyable holiday. Many thanks.

Reviewed by Colin 6th September 2024

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What a gem. A beautiful cottage, stunning views, super comfy bed, tranquil, and in a desirable, chilled out location for views, walking and seeing Red Squirrels. We walked in Dodd Woods, straight up to Skiddaw from the back door, and walked to and from Keswick several times during our stay. We fell in love with GD Smiths slate memorial bench in MilRead morelbeck while soaking up sunsets on one of the best views in the area. We are already planning our next visit. Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 9th August 2024

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This is a splendid cottage and very well equipped with good quality items. The views are superb with walks very nearby. Just a short drive to Keswick, we will be staying again.

Reviewed by Meena 2nd August 2024

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Amazing cottage, lovely views from bedroom window. Had Tesco delivery on day we got there so didnt need to travel with groceries which was handy. Very cozy cottage, it is hidden but help line helped us find it. Loved the area and would stay again.

Reviewed by Mark 12th July 2024

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This property was great for us. We wanted somewhere with an enclosed garden so we could let our dog out without worrying about gaps in hedges or busy roads nearby - so this place was perfect. The property is well appointed with a good kitchen area and a lounge with amazing views. The bedrooms are all well decorated and the bathroom nice enough. ParRead moreking is on the road but it's a very quiet road with laybys right outside the gate. We also enjoyed the location being very quiet and good for walks. Hide

Reviewed by Cynthia 5th July 2024

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