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Powter Howe

3.0 star property
Morning coffee tastes better in peaceful surroundings, with nearby Cumberland Pencil Museum to explore or a warm fireplace to enjoy at day's end

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Powter Howe sits near Whinlatter Forest Park, serving English breakfast that previous guests consistently praise. The property features WiFi, a garden for unwinding, and a cozy fireplace in the lobby. Travelers appreciate both the convenient location and the free self-parking.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb

Room options

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Double Room, Private Bathroom

Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Keswick is home to Powter Howe. Castlerigg Stone Circle and Honister Slate Mine are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Derwentwater and Whinlatter Forest Park. Don't miss out on a visit to Lake District Wildlife Park. Visit our Keswick travel guide
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Thornthwaite, Keswick, England, CA12 5SQ

What's nearby

  • Sunset over Bassenthwaite from Lattrigg
    Bassenthwaite Lake
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • View from Surprise View near Derwentwater, Shutterstock ID 321811955, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com, Other: Supattra Laoreiam
    Derwentwater
    5 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Whinlatter Forest Park
    3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Lodore Falls
    12 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Catbells Lakeland Walk
    19 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Workington Station
    26 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crooked River Tap
    7 min drive
  • The Lingholm Kitchen
    9 min drive
  • The Round
    7 min drive
  • The Old Keswickian
    7 min drive
  • Relish
    6 min drive

About this property

Powter Howe

Bed & breakfast near Whinlatter Forest Park
Located close to Derwent Pencil Museum, Powter Howe provides free English breakfast, a garden and a fireplace in reception. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast and location
Other amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
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 12 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 12 are welcome

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: GBP 5 per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a 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 cash

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 12 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Powter Howe Keswick
Powter Howe Bed & breakfast
Powter Howe Bed & breakfast Keswick

Frequently asked questions

Is Powter Howe pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Powter Howe?

As of 3 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Powter Howe on 10 Feb 2026 start from NZ$241.96, 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 Powter Howe?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Powter Howe?

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Powter Howe?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Powter Howe located?

Situated in Keswick, this bed & breakfast is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Whinlatter Forest Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Derwentwater and Derwent Pencil Museum. Lake District Wildlife Park and Castlerigg Stone Circle are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Powter Howe Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

10

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 241 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place to stay, friendly, warm, comfortable, clean and breakfast was delicious, thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great traditional breakfast, excellent cleanliness, plenty room to park
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A lovely B&B

A great place to stay, clean, comfortable and a friendly host. In a location perfect for exploring the local area. Always enjoy my visits!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotless and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Charming host, comfortable room and great breakfast. I found it a little difficult to locate, but that may be my problem. Highly recommendable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful place and the hostess is quite hospitable. Lovely old farmhouse. Wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful, warm, clean, friendly - this place is packed full of charm and original features couldn't have asked for a better place to stay - thank you.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful place to stay with a very warm welcome. It's a very comfortable family home with excellent views across Bassenthwaite Lake to Skiddaw, comfortable bed, a very filling full English breakfast (also with cereal and toast), very quiet, a short walk to the lake side, at the foot of Whinlatter Forest and close to a bus stop for the X5 to Keswick or the Workington direction. Parking is next to the house.
The view to Skiddaw (in the sunshine) from my room.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A jem

Great B&B with a lovely host, beautiful location, very nice room, delicious breakfast- everything was perfect, will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location. A very informal and friendly atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great place to stay

A beautiful location, very peaceful and a welcoming host who was very attentive. A lovely spacious bedroom, great bathroom. Breakfast was substantial and I enjoyed the short walk down to the lake, along with the gardens which added to the vibe, along with the hens! Thanks again for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property and warm hospitality with a very nice breakfast and a couple of lovely dogs :)
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Amenities
I have really enjoyed my stay here, it's a wonderful home in beautiful surroundings. The owner could not be more be welcoming and helpful. Had a great sleep and first class breakfast. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

fergus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great b and b near K

A very pleasant establishment just outside Keswick. Free parking and local bus stop. Room is in a really old terrace cottage full of character. The proprietor had a roaring fire going and she offered some homemade cafe to have with a brew. Breakfast was great - the eggs were fresh and provided by the hens in the garden. Can't wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely place, amazing view, friendly host and amazing breakfast. Great value
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Another lovely stay at Powter Howe

A peaceful location, a welcoming and attentive host, beautiful surroundings, and great food. A nice escape from the noise of Keswick town centre. I had a very comfortable bedroom and the bathroom was everything I needed after a hard day running up the fells. It's nice to sit in the garden and watch the hens.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderfully charming

Wonderfully charming quaint b&b. Greeted on arrival by the very welcoming host who immediately set the fire away and brought me cake and biscuits, she was very helpful and informative regarding local walks. The property and grounds are superbly maintained and it was so peaceful watching the chickens roaming freely from my bedroom window and listening to the birds.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful and restful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lakeland heaven

A beautiful, secluded, charming 15th Century farmhouse with stunningviews. Delightful host, a superb breakfast and I'll definitely return.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a wonderful stay. Tea and cake when we arrived, followed by a great walk. The room was immaculate and an excellent breakfast .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property set in a quiet location with beautiful gardens. The host was absolutely fantastic and served up an excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Charming rustic cottage with amazing breakfast

We have had a wonderful 2 night stay! We were made to feel completely at home and loved the picture perfect location and the beautiful garden. We will definitely be back, thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property set in a beautiful location. The host was very welcoming and we enjoyed a good chat each day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Powter Howe is a wonderful place to stay. So welcoming and homely for a B&B. A beautiful old house and garden, plenty of space, very peaceful, a lovely breakfast and open fire in the evening. Mrs Lockwood is an excellent host, and the other guests who stayed during my 9-night visit were very pleasant as well. There are lovely short walks nearby to the lake and in the woods, and only 10 minutes drive to Keswick. I hope to be back soon.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ADAM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant all round. Lovely host, lovely property and amazing value! I loved the warm fire, cakes and a delicious breakfast. Highly recommend this place and will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024