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Dorchester House

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Dorchester House provides free English breakfast and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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A room with two beds, floral wallpaper, a window with curtains, a bedside table with a lamp, and a radiator.

Double or Twin Room (5)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Traditional Double Room (8)

A neatly made bed with two towels, a wooden dresser, a desk with a lamp, and floral wallpaper.

Traditional Double Room (8)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a chandelier, and floral wallpaper.

Family Room (2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room (6)

A bedroom with two beds, floral wallpaper, and a window with curtains.

Family Room (6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Traditional Twin Room (3)

A bedroom with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Traditional Twin Room (3)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Double Room (4)

  • Hill view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A neatly made bed with a pillow, a wooden desk with a lamp, a chair, and a radiator.

Classic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 73 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Keswick, Dorchester House is in the mountains and in a national park. Moot Hall and Castlerigg Stone Circle are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre and Womenrock. Go Ape Whinlatter and Raw War Paintball Games are also worth visiting. Kayaking, boat tours and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Keswick travel guide
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Map
17 Southey Street, Keswick, England, CA12 4EG

What's nearby

  • A large, historic building with multiple towers, surrounded by lush gardens and a mountainous backdrop.
    Hope Park
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A mountainous landscape with a lake surrounded by autumn-colored trees and snow-capped peaks.
    Derwentwater
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Keswick Museum and Art Gallery
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Theatre By The Lake
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Derwent Pencil Museum
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Penrith Station
    24 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    56 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jaspers Coffee House
    5 min drive
  • Royal Oak
    5 min drive
  • The Wainwright Pub
    5 min walk
  • Grange Cafe
    8 min drive
  • The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon)
    5 min walk

About this property

Dorchester House

  • Upscale bed & breakfast in the mountains
  • Dorchester House provides free English breakfast and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Outdoor furniture, smoke-free property and books
    • A nature reserve and tour/ticket information
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Dorchester House offer comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Heating and portable fans
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Eco-friendly toiletries, showers and hairdryers
    • 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, recycling and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Books

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1896
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Portable fan
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 6 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Dorchester House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Dorchester House?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Dorchester House?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Dorchester House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dorchester House located?

Situated in a national park, this bed & breakfast is within a 5-minute walk of Walla Crag, Moot Hall and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery. Hope Park and The Puzzling Place are also within 10 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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