About this property
Located in the heart of the beautiful Lake District, Tarn Hows is less than a mile from Derwent Water. Recently refurbished, this former Victorian residence still maintains much of its original features. It also includes free Wi-Fi access. With a mountain view, each room at Tarn Hows provides a flat-screen TV and an electric kettle. The private bathrooms include a shower, a hairdryer and free toiletries. Extras include linen and a fan. Every morning, an award-winning breakfast is available within the dining room. Using fresh produce, a full English breakfast, continental or a vegetarian breakfast is on offer. The property also has free parking. From the guest house, Scafell Pike is just 13 miles away. Keswick Climbing Wall is a short 5-minute drive away and Cumberland Pencil Museum is a 4-minute journey by car.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- James
United Kingdom“Outstanding communication, friendliness, and flexibility from the hosts. Great wifi, great location, great price” - Krystian United Kingdom“Very cute, without being tired. Excellent location. Very kind and accommodating hosts”
- Christopher United Kingdom“Lovely hosts, fab breakfast and very hand location.”
- Jim United Kingdom“We really enjoyed the breakfast, which was well-organised using the well-designed form. John and Julia were warm, friendly, and attentive at breakfast. The accommodation, while on the small side, was more than enough for the two of us.”
- Elizabeth United Kingdom“Accommodation was very clean, comfortable and in a great location. The hosts were friendly and helpful. It was an easy 5 mins walk into the town centre. Breakfast choices were excellent and overall I felt very welcomed as a first time solo...”
- Merle United Kingdom“We had an absolutely wonderful two-night stay at Tarn Hows. From the moment we arrived, we felt warmly welcomed by our hosts, who went out of their way to make sure everything was perfect. The room was spotless, comfortable, and had everything we...”
Victoria United Kingdom“Beautiful breakfast. Clean room, bathroom clean but a little tight for maneuvering. The bed sloped to one side when laying down but all in all very good accommodation and close walking into town centre. 5 mins”- Sarah United Kingdom“Tarn Hows was in an excellent position- a short walk into the hustle and bustle of the town. It was immaculate. The room was excellent, as was the breakfast. We’ll definitely return!”
- Deb United Kingdom“Great location with ample parking and very clean accommodation. Hosts greet you on arrival. Excellent breakfast”
- John United Kingdom“Lovely clean house and rooms in a very quiet and peaceful area of Keswick with excellent and easy access to the square and to wider afield.”
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Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please inform Tarn Hows in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 08:00:00.
