Book Avondale Guest House in Keswick (Cumbria), Lake District

Avondale Guest House offers award-winning accommodation with personalised hospitality from hosts Amy and Chris. Guests receive local insights and recommendations for outdoor activities and restaurants throughout the Lake District. The property provides a guest lounge where a homemade cake is served daily, along with board games and puzzles for relaxation.

The adults-only property features rooms with private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and fresh milk supplied daily in a flask. Allergy-free rooms are available, and each room includes a work desk, wardrobe, and TV. Guests can borrow walking sticks and poles from the front door, and daily housekeeping ensures a fresh environment.

Breakfast includes a choice of continental, buffet, à la carte, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Local specialities are served, along with homemade sourdough bread and preserves made by the hosts. Special dietary needs are accommodated with advance notice, and guests order the night before for a seamless morning.

The property is located 3 km from Derwentwater Lake and 8 km from Cat Bells, and a short walk from Keswick's market square. Nearby attractions include the Theatre by the Lake, Keswick Museum, and Buttermere (17 km away). The guest house offers discounted tickets for local attractions and special arrangements for cyclists.

Express check-in and check-out are available, with luggage storage and private check-in for early arrivals. The hosts provide OS maps and a book of walks, and can advise on weather conditions for hiking. Fire extinguishers, smoke alarms, and key access ensure safety throughout the property.

Hospitality: Award-winning hosts with local insights

Breakfast: Homemade sourdough bread & preserves daily

Amenities: Guest lounge with homemade cake each day

Offers: Discounted tickets for local attractions

Outdoor: Walking sticks and cyclist arrangements

Location: 2-minute walk to Keswick town centre