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Reviews of Dalegarth House Portinscale

Dalegarth Guest House, Keswick, CA12 5RQ, United Kingdom

#19 of 68 B&Bs and Inns in Keswick

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 307 hotel reviews

9.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.8

  • Comfort

    9.7

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.6

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.6

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 26 August 2025

    8.0
    Perfect location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Ideal location just a 20 minute walk from the centre of Keswick and a little further to Derwentwater Lake . Also very close to the Honister Pass, Helvellyn mountain ranges etc . Hosts were friendly and offered to help with things if needed and a good breakfast.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 18 August 2025

    10
    Outstanding. Spotlessly clean. Wondeful hosts
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    From the second we walked in to this outstanding B&B, we knew we would be back. The whole place is spotless and beautifully decorated. Home-made flapjacks welcomed us along with a wonderful tour and chat with Clare. Our room had everything we needed and was so comfortable. The newly renovated bathroom had a wow factor that is unusual for a B&B. Breakfast was to die for! Claire and Craig are a dynamic duo and between them serve up absolutely anything you could imagine. The views from the beautifully maintained gardens are incredible and Craig and Claire‘s knowledge of the local area means you’re never short of advice on what to do and where to go. This was the most relaxing stay we have ever had in a B&B And we recommend it highly to anyone looking to stay in the Keswick area.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 4 August 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing not to like!

    Dalegarth House is beautifully situated just outside Keswick and offers fabulous views, great breakfasts, lovely hosts, and comfortable, very well-appointed rooms.

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    10
    Lovely hosts will definitely be back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Didnt book with breakfast but could add it for £10 which was a bargain

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 21 July 2025

    10
    Walking break
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    All good

    Very friendly and thought of everything, comfortable room and breakfast was very good

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 July 2025

    9.0
    My stay was wonderful!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Greg and Claire were wonderful host. Had arrived earlier but Claire made me felt so welcomed.Breakfasts were so yummy! The room was very well insulated. The property is within walking distance to main bus station…but can take the bus too as the bus stop is just outside at front of house. Felt very lucky to have pick this B&B for my stay!

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 7 July 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly host, easy check in and lovely breakfast

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Nothing.

    Great breakfast

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing!

    Fantastic property, our room was perfect - clean & modern decor, had everything we needed. Perfect location for exploring the lakes & a short walk to Keswick centre. Hosts were amazing, so friendly & happy to share their knowledge of the area - fantastic breakfast too 😁 - would definitely go back, even just to see Lego the pheasant 😂 xx

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 12 June 2025

    9.0
    Quiet, comfortable. frindly.
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    This is really nit picking, but the toilet seat in my room would not stay up on its own, so gents have to sit down for No.1'. Otherwise everything was very comfortable and clean.

    Very convenient and quiet location. 15 minute walk to Keswick for food and shops. Host Claire showed me round and was very accomodating. It was easy to stay in touch via email and Whatsapp. Check in process very easy.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 10 June 2025

    10
    Great visit. Perfect place to stay0
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Stunning location, delicious food, fabulous host, gorgeous pheasant. 😄

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 8 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Marieyates02@gmail.com

    The atmosphere was great. The owners are very pleasant and helpful,and the breakfast was varied and well done. All in all ,I would highly recommend it to others.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 3 June 2025

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lovely owners, great breakfast. Very welcoming, good parking and good location. Clean room and clean bathroom.

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 1 June 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Amazing place now on my return list x

    Stayed in June 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 May 2025

    10
    Amazing and can’t wait to visit again
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Garden View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A very warm welcome and a lovely tour of the property with a guide of where to eat. The room was immaculate and very well presented. There was always hot water and the room was a lovely temperature. Even though we hadn’t booked breakfast they were able to facilitate us and it was most certainly worth it. The full breakfast was delicious and the coffee was spot on. They even had some lovely pheasants who roomed in the garden who even had names!! The homemade shortbread was delicious after a day of exploring.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2025

    10
    A wonderful place to stay. Exceeded our expectations.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Double or Twin Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was nothing we didn’t like. Even the sun shone throughout our stay

    Excellent location for our needs. Breakfast menu provided a good choice and everything freshly cooked and beautifully presented.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    10
    Great guest house, brilliant location, welcoming hosts, great views, great food.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room with Lake View
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was nothing not to like. I can't see what more Craig and Clare could have done to make our stay more enjoyable.

    When we arrived we were met and welcomed by Craig, who showed us around, explained how everything worked, and gave us lots of information about the local area, places to walk, places to eat. Very, very, informative. The room was lovely, the view from the room was stunning, breakfast was amazing, the service, the choice, and the taste. (Thanks Clare.) We couldn't fault a thing. We really enjoyed our time at Dalegarth House. We will definitely return.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2025

    10
    Relaxing, friendly and great location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Nothing

    A lovely guest house set in a beautiful location. Clare and Craig are wonderful hosts, so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was great too ! I will definitely be back.

    Stayed in May 2025

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2025

    10
    Fandabydosy
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Honest generous hosts-spacious house

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2025

    9.0
    Dalegarth Guest House - A Little Gem in Portinscale
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    This was not our host's fault but our own as when we chose to book we forgot to check that the room had a shower and not a bath but will note that for next time.

    Craig and Chris were really accommodating hosts. My Wife and I booked at short notice and even though normal check in was not until late afternoon, we asked if it was possible to park our vehicle so we could take a walk-up Cat Bells. Not only did they allow us to park up early suggested we knock on the door in case a room was free, and we were in luck hence able to check in early and get on with our day. Chris is charge of the breakfast and it was lovely, choice of hot and cold, cereals, juice (cannot remember if any pastries were out - but fresh cake available free for guests) filled us up for the day. Also, if you want information about buses, restaurants, ferries across the lakes, walking routes Chris and Criag are full of local knowledge. After descending Cat Bells on their advice, we caught the ferry from Hawes End to Keswick only cost £12 for 2adults and saved us another 90mins walking. The location is gorgeous, quiet, spectacular views and lovely front garden. Coffee shop is close by with the Farmer Arms pub just down the road. Oh, and if you ask in advance, they will supply a packed lunch. We liked the location as it’s only a 15 / 20-minute walk into Keswick by foot. Recommend giving them a call as offer discounts direct. We will definitely be back.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Triple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Both Clare and Craig were very friendly, professional, and helpful. The breakfast was awesome, and the Flapjack left for the guests was yummy 😋 We enjoyed our whole stay and would strongly recommend all .

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2025

    10
    Wonderful views
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    I really enjoyed my stay. The owners were really lovely people who made me feel very welcome. My room was really nice and comfortable. Breakfast was in a room with an incredible view of mountains. I would highly recommend a stay at this fabulous guest house.

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bar prices a touch high, shower door a bit small to get through

    Home baking added the little special touch

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2025

    10
    Kind, thoughtful owners with a desire to make you welcome.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Single Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Stunning location. Everything you needed you was there. Very welcoming with Craig taking the time to show you around the property. Breakfast was a relaxing experience with easy conversations and wonderful food to set you up for the day.

    Stayed in April 2025

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