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Appletree in the quiet Lakeside village of Portinscale offers fabulous views of the surrounding fells. Enjoy a cosy night by the open fire in the lounge, take advantage of a fully fitted kitchen with pantry, or unwind in one of four beautifully dressed bedrooms.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 610 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$1,164
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Appletree - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Appletree is in the quiet Lakeside village of Portinscale (just outside Keswick) and has some fabulous views of the surrounding fells with local access to lakeshore and marinas.

On the ground floor there is a large open plan lounge, dining/kitchen area with patio doors out onto a paved patio area and enclosed garden. The lounge has two, three seater settees, an easy chair, TV, DVD, CD player and an open fire (ideal for a cosy night in). The kitchen is well fitted and has fridge, freezer, double fan oven and gas hob, dishwasher, microwave etc. Off the kitchen there is a small pantry for food storage.

On the ground floor there is a large bedroom with Smart TV and zip/link beds which as standard is made up as a super king size bed but can be made up as two single beds (there is a £15 charge for this). Also on this floor there is a fully tiled shower room with large drench shower,WC and wash basin.

Upstairs there are three bedrooms. The main bedroom has a king-size bed, is nicely furnished and has lovely views towards the fells. Off this room is a fully tiled en-suite shower room with drench shower, WC and wash hand basin (with underfloor heating to the tiled floor during the winter months). The twin room is spacious and has Smart TV, two single beds wardrobe, drawers, dressing table etc. and again has fabulous views towards the fells. The fourth bedroom has a double bed and looks out towards Skiddaw. This room is offered at £50 for a short break and £75 for a full week. All bedrooms are beautifully dressed with luxury linen and towels.

The fully tiled bathroom has a bath ( which can be turned into a Jacuzzi Bath at an additional charge if requested) separate curved shower cubicle, WC and wash hand basin.

The house also benefits from a fantastic multi-purpose garage/utility space, with plenty of room to securely store bikes, kayaks etc. as well as hanging space for walking gear, a washer/dryer, and there's even a hot or cold dog wash so your canine companion can get squeaky clean before heading inside to get comfortable after a day out exploring!

To the outside there is an enclosed garden and patio with table, chairs & parasol. Please be aware this property is not suitable for hot tub hire.

There will be no need to worry about parking as the property has a large private driveway.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Bicycles

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 108 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

578341

About the area

Map
Portinscale

What's nearby

  • Derwentwater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Crosthwaite Church - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Derwent Pencil Museum - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Hope Park - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Theatre By The Lake - 3 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 21 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake Road Brunch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Lingholm Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Filling Station Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Relish - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Appletree - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Appletree - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

As of 19 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Appletree - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms on 1 Dec 2025 start from NZ$1,163.62, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Appletree - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Appletree - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Appletree - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Appletree - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Womenrock and Derwentwater. Crosthwaite Church and Derwent Pencil Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Appletree - a house that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Perfect stay

Family of four adults staying for five nights. We loved this spacious home from home accommodation in a perfect location, within walking distance into Keswick. Brilliant views over surrounding hills. Hot showers and plenty of storage space in the garage for bikes etc. We were blessed with fantastic weather too. Would highly recommend and would stay again.
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10/10 Excellent

Review of Appletree in Portinscale June 2025

The property is of a real high standard and the Portinscale location is a perfect being quiet but Keswick is walkable. The property does not leave you wanting as it provides everything one would need for a holiday. Highly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Short family break in Appletree

Everything we needed was provided to make us feel comfortable and Appletree felt like a home and not just a holiday rental.
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10/10 Excellent

Clare W.

Very comfortable and well located property

We had a very comfortable stay at Appletree. The property is well located with easy access to Keswick and Derwent Water. Appletree is very well equipped with plenty of crockery, glasses etc. The afternoon and evening sun hit the table and chairs in the garden making it very relaxing for an evening drink! Lovely holiday home!
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10/10 Excellent

David W.

A week of glorious weather at Appletree

A very comfortable,peaceful house with excellent views of the fells with good eating places an easy walk away.
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10/10 Excellent

Neil C.

A lovely place to stay

A really lovely house, we felt very comfortable. The house is well equipped, warm and very comfortable, we couldn't have wished for more. Neighbourhood was quiet and peaceful with easy access to some great walks.
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10/10 Excellent

Mrs Pamela Wheen

Five stars in all respects

We could not have found a better place for our family reunion - three couples and a small dog. It is a lovely property with a great layout and three bathrooms. There is a wrap around garden which catches the sun at different times of the day for a sit /eat out (weather permitting). Over and above the description!
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10/10 Excellent

Great stay

Beautiful house and a fantastic stay for mams 70th Birthday. Had everything we needed to cater for the family and 3 dogs. Great location and couldn't recommend it highly enough. Will be back Thank you
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10/10 Excellent

Mixed age family gathering

Accommodation was ideal for the purpose, not least the three shower rooms. Service from Keswick Cottages was excellent. Highly recommended.
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10/10 Excellent

Appletree review

Excellent property in quiet area and Keswick is easily accessible by a short walk. Could not ask for anything else.
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie L.

Lovely Property

Lovely property, perfectly situated for walks and Keswick centre. Kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need if you want to cook, but if not the pub is literally at the end of the road. Would definitely book this property again.
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10/10 Excellent

John W.

A lovely appointed house.

A very comfortable house for 6 adults. We found the property very clean, and very warm in the cooler climate..
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10/10 Excellent

Our third stay in Appletree

Our third stay in this lovely quiet property. With three bathrooms, an enclosed garden, and secure storage for bikes and outdoor equipment Appletree has everything we need for 5 active adults and a couple of dogs. The addition of an airfryer to the kitchen equipment was a real bonus this year.
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10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

our stay at Appletree

We have been coming to Keswick for about 15 years and have stayed at many different properties. Last year we decided to try Appletree as it was going to be quieter than the centre of Keswick. The location is great for going on walks near the lake. The property is well maintained and very comfortable and feels at home as soon as we arrive. This is our second visit to the property and have already booked for next year.
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8/10 Good

Sumit B.

Apple tree portinscale

Great property- good location- we would come again- walking distance to Keswick and there are walks from the property.
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10/10 Excellent

Appletree

This was our third stay at Appletree ,four adults two children and a dog .Having three bathrooms is a huge bonus (no queuing).The secure garden is ideal for our dog ,and a nice area to sit out after a long day walking , with the addition this year of a parasol especially as this year we were there during a heat wave .We find appletree to be a spacious well equipped and very clean property situated in a quiet location, it has also been newly decorated, Our two grand-daughters especially love kayaking at nearby Nicole’s end also only a short walk into Keswick with all its many amenities , I would not hesitate to recommend this property
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10/10 Excellent

A great place

A very comfortable base for our 3 couples holiday. We each had a shower / toilet so no waiting around. The kitchen was efficient with more than ample crockery and cutlery. The enclosed garden was great for the dogs. A great base for our walking adventures, many from the doorstep.
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10/10 Excellent

Joan M.

Great stay again Appletree

Another great stay at Appletree. Lovely accommodation in a superb setting. Easy access to the surrounding hills and into Keswick. Keswick Cottages responded to an out of hours issue with the central heating boiler within 30 minutes. Can't get better service than that. Thank you and we will be back again.
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10/10 Excellent

5 adults and 2 dogs in the Lake District

Our 2nd visit to this property and I’m sure it won’t be our last. The house has everything you could wish for. Very secure garden for our dogs. A perfect spot for easy walking access into Keswick. The cottage has off road parking for 3 cars. I would certainly recommend for couples or large families.
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10/10 Excellent

Our stay in appletree

This is our second stay in Appletree , it is a well equipped and spacious house in the lovely quiet location of Portinscale but within an easy fifteen minute walk of Keswick ,we particularly liked having two shower rooms and a bathroom with seven of us sharing ,also the dog washing fascility in the garage which we made use of .We did feel this year that the house would benefit from some redecoration but overall would definitely recommend this property .
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10/10 Excellent

Home from home

Appletree has everything you could ask for and more. Decorated to a high standard. We have stayed in this property before, a number of years ago, so knew how lovely it was. Ideal base for us as we love Keswick and the 1 mile walk in is great, although not puddle free this year being able to leave car at house. Great addition for us was the dart board in the garage as entertained our boys (17 & 23)! Who still like to holiday with us occasionally.
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10/10 Excellent

August 2024

Excellent location, easily accessible to Keswick by foot or bus, but quiet. Space for 3 small cars on the drive was useful. It was very well presented and equipped, and had comfortable beds, (an important thing for our family!), only negative was the cost, as it felt a little expensive in comparison to similar sized properties in Northern Lakes, but understand it is the height of the season.
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10/10 Excellent

Christmas in Portinscale

Our second time at Appletree. It has had an update since we were last there, lovely new kitchen. It's warm, cosy ,well furnished, comfy beds & hot showers. Well placed for a short walk into Keswick. The Farmers Arms just a short stroll is a lovely family pub.There is also The Derwent Hotel & pub a short stroll away. Our only negative is the oven & hob are quite complicated even with the instructions ,we did manage eventually to cook a full Christmas dinner. Will definitely be back.
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10/10 Excellent

Appletree Haven

We've been coming to Appletree Cottage for many years as it suits our needs perfectly. For a start it's in a fantastic location for access to Keswick and the surrounding countryside. There are soo many walks straight out of the door that you could manage for a week without a car! It's always clean and tidy and well presented. The views overlooking Skiddaw from the front window and Cat Bells/Barrow Hill from the rear are stunning. Easy off road parking for 3 cars and a small enclosed garden for the dog make it ideal for us. Looking forward to coming back next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Val B.

Nice House well kept but poor location-need to say its up a slope..

The house was beautiful and clean. Any queries were dealt with promptly. The welcome pack was really thoughtful. The location is remote and the house is on an estate. Also it needs to be stated that there is a steep slope upto the property.