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The Tall House is a spacious Victorian holiday home in Keswick, providing a comfortable base for families and groups exploring the Lake District. Sleeping up to 16 guests across 8 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, it offers the space and facilities needed when everyone wants to stay under one roof.
Situated on Ambleside Road, the house is only a two-minute walk from Keswick Market Square. Shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs are close by, while the surrounding landscape is easily accessible for days out in the fells, around Derwentwater and further afield in the Lake District.
Inside, The Tall House combines the character of an old Keswick property with the practicalities of a large group holiday. There is a well-equipped kitchen for self-catering, a separate dining room where everyone can eat together, a comfortable lounge and a snug with extra-large smart TV for relaxing. The games room provides pool and table tennis for some friendly competition after a day outdoors.
The house also has useful facilities for active Lake District breaks, including storage for boots, bikes and paddleboards. Free on-street parking is available nearby, making it straightforward to arrive with a group and explore the area by car or public transport.
Whether you are planning walking days in the mountains, time on Derwentwater, cycling, sightseeing or simply a few days away with family and friends, The Tall House provides a central Keswick base with plenty of room to enjoy the Lake District together.
| Room / Unit Type | Room / Unit Tariff* |
|---|---|
| The Tall House Keswick | £990.00 per unit per night |
*Minimum of two-night stay. Discount available for holidays of 7 days or more.
| Season (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) |
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The Tall House is easily accessible from the A66. Take the Keswick exit onto the A591, follow signs for the town centre, then continue onto Ambleside Road. The Tall House is at 12 Ambleside Road, on the corner with Eskin Street.
The Tall House is a short walk from the main bus stops of Keswick. The nearest mainline railway station is Penrith, where regular Stagecoach X4 and X5 services run directly to Keswick Bus Station, taking around 45 minutes. From Keswick, local bus services connect with destinations across the Lake District, making it easy to explore the area without a car.
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