Sunnyside Guest House

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.7
Rated exceptional

Free WiFi

10

About this property

Sunnyside Guest House is located in the centre of the charming Lake District market town of Keswick. This pretty bed and breakfast offers free Wi-Fi and a shared lounge area. Rooms at Sunnyside Guest House include free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities and a private bathroom with Pure Lakes toiletries. Breakfast is served in a bright dining room and includes cooked, locally sourced options. Vegetarian breakfasts and packed lunches can be requested in advance. Looking onto the surrounding hills, the lounge has a selection of walking guide books and there is also a coffee machine here. The property will provide tea and coffee for you to take on your walks, in exchange for a donation to a local charity. The surrounding Lake District is ideal for walking and cycling, and Derwent Water is just 1 mile away. Penrith is a 20-minute drive from the guest house.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Keswick, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

  • Free private parking available on-site

Availability

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Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 single bed
1 extra-large double bed
2 single beds
1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Christopher
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The guest house hosts were lovely, kind and could not do enough for us. It was a lovely guesthouse one we will defo book again! Breakfast was amazing, freshly cooked to perfection. This is one of the best guesthouses I have stayed in. Hopefully...”
Kevin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Cleanliness / Hosts / Communal Lounge / Breakfast / Location / Parking.”
Dorota
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The owners were friendly and welcoming, helpful with advice on local transport. My room was clean, the bed was comfortable, there was a kettle for making hot drinks and a television. The bathroom had everything I needed; soap, body cream. a...”
Sheila
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely breakfast and plenty of choice. Fresh milk available not uht and lots of add on’s eg. Little butter dishes, orange juice pots . Toiletries supplied. Separate lounge with tea, coffee, cake and an honesty box if you wanted a drink e.g. wine,...”
Kim
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Sunnyside was very comfortable, clean and had everything I needed..a great selection of toiletries/shower/body products, make up cloth, shower cap and even slippers and a robe..which I appreciated alot as a solo traveller and hiker. I was even...”
Janice
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The breakfasts were amazing! So much to choose from & cooked perfectly by Paul & served by Nicky The evening meal I had was delicious & as a solo traveller a bonus rather than wander around looking for somewhere you think you could walk into....”
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We felt at home, Nicky and Paul lovely friendly host . Lovely getting back to the room after walk/day out. Peaceful, Cosy ,cosy cosy.”
Andy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything. Spotlessly clean, beautifully decorated, everything you could need in your room. Tea, coffee, fridge, iron and ironing board, hair dryer. Lots of info for the area in your welcome pack in your room.”
Holly
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great central location but far enough away to be quiet. The room was spacious and the bed was very comfortable. The breakfast was exceptional and the hosts were absolutely lovely! We would definitely stay here again. Thank you!”
Sandra
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Hosts were wonderful nothing was too much trouble. Breakfast and evening meals were superb. Little extra touches in Sunnyside also made the stay special. Requested a pack up for our long journey home again superb Location close to town...”

Managed by Paul & Nicky Roper

Company review score: 9.9Based on 142 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We enjoy meeting our valued guests and hearing their stories (if they choose to share them). Paul enjoys walking and photography and Nicky enjoys crochet and baking.

Property information

Sunnyside is a Victorian property with parking for up to seven cars presented with guests' comfort and convenience in the very forefront of our mind. Our rooms are professionally decorated in contemporary style with an emphasis on comfort allied with practical style. We cook and serve our delicious breakfast to order using locally sourced ingredients wherever possible. We cater for special diets where possible and with notice. We retain a spacious, comfortable guest lounge with plentiful seating, books, games and a selection of refreshments including free fresh filter coffee and a wide range of teas.

Neighbourhood information

Sunnyside is located in a quiet part of town close enough to the local hostelries and restaurants for convenience without too far to walk. If you enjoy breathtaking scenery, photography, painting, cycling, great food and a tremendous cultural heritage that has inspired the likes of Wordsworth, Southey and Ruskin together with numerous authors, painters and poets then Keswick is a great place from which to explore and Sunnyside offers the perfect base from which to do it.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

Sunnyside Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroBankcard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Sunnyside Guest House 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 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.