Try something different, stay in a Keswick Inn
Posted by Tousala | Posted in Travel and Leisure: General | Posted on 03-09-2010
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Traditional inns conjure up images of buildings with low ceilings, enormous log fires, stone floors and during the wintertime the snow and wind whistling against the door. An inn should be a home away from home, cosy and comfortable with good company, good food and great beer. In Keswick this is no exception and whether you visit during the snow-clad winters or during the beautiful summers, where you can enjoy the hospitality outside, if you stay at a Keswick Inn or a Keswick hotel you will be guaranteed a warm welcome.
The quaint market town of Keswick is situated in the Lake District National Park near Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwent Water. Overlooked by stunning fells, the traditional weekly picturesque market is held every Saturday in the in the main street, it is heaven for people who enjoy the outdoors but the tourists not only come for the lakes and mountains. Keswick hosts many festivals and events which over time have become very popular, amongst them the the annual beer festival.
Hotels in Keswick range from the comfortable bed and breakfasts to the more luxurious hotels, there are also a good variety of Keswick Inns to choose from too.
The 18th Century Keswick Lodge was built as a coaching inn and today it still retains some of those original features. It is amongst only a few of the 4 star hotels in Keswick. Great for visitors with families; even those bringing the family pet, the staff and the service here are first class. The hotel offers a choice of room types from single to family rooms each featuring LCD TV and tea and coffee making facilities. In the bar locally brewed ales are served and the restaurant also features locally produced seasonal dishes on its menu.
The Coledale is a 19th Century Victorian and Georgian country inn in a realxing hillside position overlooking the village of Braithwaite, 2 miles from Keswick. The Inn offers 20 en-suite guest rooms and two homely bars.
Visitors choosing to stay at the Middle Ruddings Country Inn do so for its friendly ambience. Situated in the pretty lakeland village of Braithwaite, the inn offers incredible panoramic views of the Skiddaw mountains and is particularly popular with families travelling with children and pets.
For an alternative to the Keswick Inns try one of the recommended Keswick hotels such as the Keswick Country House Hotel in a truely British style with afternoon tea of cucumber sandwiches and cakes and English lawn games. The hotel has a lodge style atmosphere with an open fireplace, as well as fitness equipment and outdoor pool.
Another favorite is the award winning Swinsdale Lodge Hotel. The hotel was proud to be awarded ‘Best Small Hotel of The Year’ in 2007 by the Cumbria Tourism and visitors will see why, the staff are always friendly and attentive and the guest rooms are well furnished and comfortable.
The Keswick inns and the hotels are full of original features and character, so whether you’re someone who enjoys walking or just someone who enjoys the atmosphere of traditional villages and relaxing by the lakeside, a stay in Keswick will leave you feeling rejuvenated.
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