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Dorchester House

4.0 star property
Victorian bed & breakfast in Keswick with free breakfast

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Free daily English breakfast
Exterior
Staircase

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room (6)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Traditional Twin Room (3)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room (4)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Double or Twin Room (5)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Traditional Double Room (8)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Family Room (2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace

Classic Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Portable fan
Premium bedding
Detached private bathroom
  • 6.8 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
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About the area

Map
17 Southey Street, Keswick, England, CA12 4EG

What's nearby

  • Theatre By The Lake - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Cumberland Pencil Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Derwentwater - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lodore Falls - 6 min drive - 5.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chief Justice of the Common Pleas - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Keswickian Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Wainwright - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dog & Gun - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Woodstone Pizza & Flame Grill - ‬4 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:
  • Books, smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
  • Tour/ticket information and a nature reserve
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

Languages

English

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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
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 1896
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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

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

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

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)

Property is also known as

Dorchester House Keswick
Dorchester House Bed & breakfast
Dorchester House Bed & breakfast Keswick

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 10-minute walk of Keswick Museum and Art Gallery, Hope Park and The Puzzling Place. Theatre By The Lake and Derwentwater are also within 10 minutes.

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Dorchester House Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Comfortable, quiet, very nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10

Breakfast was delicious and Lorraine was very helpful with our food allergies!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Wonderful hosts. Great breakfast. Incredibly convenient to town.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10

Fantastic B&B in beautiful Keswick! The hosts were warm and super friendly. The room was clean and comfy. We tried a few of the breakfast options and they were all delicious. There’s a beautiful park (Fritz) nearby, and it’s 5-10 miles from several great hiking options, including the breathtaking Buttermere area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

The hosts are amazing, nothing was too much trouble for them, the location is perfect for getting into Keswick and the rooms lovely - the breakfast was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

I loved this humble b&b and its staff! Room and bathroom were clean and they are so nice and accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

We had a lovely time staying here- it was spotlessly clean, super friendly hosts and the breakfast was really nice too with lots of options. Will be back to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Very comfortable guest house. Lorraine and Simon could not have been nicer or more welcoming. Breakfast was great. Really wish we had planned a loner stay than two nights
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

Fabulous stay with Lorraine and Simon. We received a very warm welcome, the room was spotless and very comfortable and the breakfasts were superb. Thank you, we look forward to returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10

Absolutely loved the place - from comfy beds to bathroom, from charging station to the view from the window. The breakfast was great as well. Would recommend it without any doubt
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10

A fabulous guest house, with lovely owners. Nothing was too much trouble, and we were made to feel very welcome. Superb breakfast options available, and all delicious.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Simon and Lorraine were very welcoming hosts and us feel at home during our short stay. The B&B is situated on a quiet residential road near the town centre with parking avaible on the roadside. We found our room well furnished, clean and spacious with a good ensuite bathroom. One can choose from a variety of breakfast items including full English, porridge, etc, all freshly prepared in the morning. Simon and Lorraine do a great job running their guesthouse and long may that continue.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Dorchester house is such a lovely place to stay! With cozy interior and a beautiful dining room, it's just as being invited home to Lorraine and Simon. Lorraine greeted us when we arrived and was always helpful and kind as well as giving practical info about keswich. Would definitely recommend if you're visiting.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

An exceptional guesthouse - felt very comfortable and looked after. Great breakfast, perfect location and very well priced. The owners really couldn’t have done more! Amazing. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Dorcester House is such a gem, as are the hosts Lorraine and Simon. The location is perfect for getting anywhere and yet it's on a lovely, quiet street. Excellent breakfasts with a nice variety. Porridge with whisky butter is to die for! One of our best UK stays.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10

Great little b n b. No issues at all. A lovely stay with lovely hosts . Would definitely use again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Really impressed with our stay at Dorchester House. Right in the door step of Keswick and the Lakes but the best part was the service- nothing was too much for Lorraine and her welcome was always so warm. Especially impressed with the lengths she went to accommodate dietary (vegan) requirements.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

From the moment we set foot on the property, Lorraine and Simon impressed me with their warm welcome and concern for their guests. They went out of their way to be helpful at every opportunity, they quickly learned our preferences and accommodated them, and they were friendly with every interaction. The room was clean, comfortable, and the amenities were spot on. The food was delightful. I will absolutely be booking here on my next trip to Keswick.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

The owners were extremely pleasant and helpful, and provided a wonderful breakfast. The room was a bit small, and the bathroom might present some problems for an obese guest. Fortunately, we are both small people, and had no problems at all! The town is fascinating, with access to a beautiful lake and walks, many pubs, and interesting shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

I stayed at Dorchester house with my auntie for 2 nights, really lovely place. Very well kept and spotless throughout. Lorraine and Simon made us feel welcome from the second we arrived. Really lovely couple. The rooms had everything you would need for the stay, beds were comfortable, as the weather was hot a fan was provided. Breakfast was delicious, excellent quality and good selection. There is seating in the front garden to sit in the fresh air. Excellent location as it is only a few minutes walk into the town centre and about10-15 minute walk to derwentwater lake, beautiful place. I would 100% stay again and would recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

We received a lovely warm welcome from Lorraine & Simon on our arrival. Our room was immaculate, extremely comfortable bed and plentiful tea/coffee facilities. Bathroom well stocked with toiletries and the fluffiest towels ever! Breakfast was perfect to set you up for the day’s activities with choices of fresh fruits yogurt cereals and of course the Full English cooked just as you like it! We booked on a whim as had Tesco vouchers due to expire so chose Dorchester House through Hotels.com with Tesco Rewards so go on treat yourself to a stay here 😉 Thank you to Lorraine & Simon for a great weekend we’ll see you again for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10

I was there for 2 nights. Good breakfast both mornings, very clean room and bathroom. My only issue was with the bathroom. Sink very small with a small glass shelf just above it. Therefore very little space to wash face or shave. Moving this shelf to the left or placing it on the opposite wall would have solved the problem very easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10

The Dorchester was immaculate. I was in a small single room with a seperate spacious bathroom and shower, accessible only to me. The only gripe I had was that since my room was at the front, people would stand chatting right under my window. I don't usually mind, however when it is at 6 - 7am in the morning, forget about having a lie in. It might be an idea to request guests in the area to be more considerate to others when hanging around outside. One guy just wouldn't stop talking and I could hear the entire conversation. I was tempted to tell him to cork it and clear off. Lorraine, the landlady was very attentive and welcoming. She made sure everyone was comfortable and happy. Little cakes would appear on the hallway table with my room number on them. My friend stayed in another B&B nearby, which in comparison made the Dorchester look like a luxury hotel. The Dorchester was so clean and crisp that everything looked brand new. I would definitely recommend staying at the Dorchester.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Love staying at Dorchester House. Lorraine is such a wonderful host, always helping with any information we need and goes out of her way to help me with storing my luggage before checkin and after checkout.The location is fantastic, just next to the Town centre and bus stops. The street is well-lit and safe to roam even when dark. The room is super cosy and the bedding is clean and so comfortable that my kids would love sleep-in instead of going out and about. The breakfast is delicious and Lorraine makes sure they are served hot. The lake is just 10mins walk and there are many dining options. I cant recommend this place enough and Lorraine and Simon are the best hosts. Thank you for giving us such a lovely stay in Keswick!❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024