Cranford House in Keswick | Must-See Cumbria Hot Tub Cottage

About Cranford House

Cranford House is a spacious three-storey townhouse in Keswick, Lake District. This 7-bedroom property sleeps 14 guests and sits just minutes from town centre shops and restaurants. Five bedrooms have their own en-suite facilities making it perfect for large family gatherings without bathroom queues! The Lake District location offers stunning scenery with Derwentwater less than a mile away.

Located in a quiet residential area, you're perfectly positioned to enjoy everything the Lake District has to offer. Keswick town centre is a 10-minute stroll away where you'll find excellent pubs, restaurants and outdoor shops. After a day exploring the fells or messing about on Derwentwater, unwind in your private hot tub with a favourite drink. Who said hiking was the only way to soak your muscles?

The accommodation includes seven bedrooms spread across three floors. Ground floor: one king with en-suite. First floor: king with en-suite, zip/link king (can be twin) with en-suite, double, twin and family bathroom. Second floor: king with en-suite and zip/link king with en-suite. The property features two living areas, a well-equipped kitchen with two ovens and a dining room perfect for group meals.

Nearby attractions include Theatre by the Lake (0.7 miles, 15-minute walk), Derwentwater for boating and swimming (0.7 miles, 15-minute walk), Castlerigg Stone Circle (2.5 miles, 10-minute drive) and Keswick Climbing Wall (1.2 miles, 5-minute drive). The Pencil Museum offers a quirky rainy-day option just 0.5 miles away.

Cranford House delivers everything needed for a memorable Lake District break. The hot tub and enclosed garden provide perfect relaxation spots after adventures. With pet-friendly policies and excellent facilities, this Keswick property ticks all boxes for family reunions or friend gatherings.

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating
✓2x electric ovens and 5 ring hob, washing machine, dishwasher, large fridge, freezer
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Wifi
✓Highchair and cot available
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off-road parking for 2 cars a short walk away, plus roadside parking
✓Enclosed garden with patio, furniture, and hot tub
✓Two well-behaved pets welcome
✓Additional pets allowed on request at a charge of £30 per pet, pets not allowed on furniture or in beds
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop and river 0.2 miles, pub 0.3 miles, lake 0.7 miles
✓Note: good housekeeping bond of £500 required on all bookings
✓Note: no stag, hen, or similar parties
✓Please note: bookings over the christmas and new year period must be a minimum of 7 nights and the owner cannot accommodate check in on christmas eve, christmas day, new year’s eve or new year’s day

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Local Insights: Moss Foot

Unique information you won't find on booking sites

Keswick, Cumbria

Weather & Hot Tub Conditions

15°C

Light drizzle

Updated: 3 Aug 2026, 2:48am

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15.00°C

Temperature

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4 km/h

Wind Speed

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78%

Humidity

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Hot Tub Tip: The contrast between cool August air and warm hot tub water creates the perfect relaxation experience. Many guests say cooler evenings make hot tub sessions even more enjoyable.

Best Months for Hot Tub Evenings

✓ May - September: Warmest evenings (12-16°C), longest daylight for twilight sessions
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn air, stunning starry skies, perfect contrast with hot water
✓ December - February: Cold air intensifies the experience, possible snow-dusted surroundings
✓ March - April: Spring awakening, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: Don't let rain stop you! Hot tubbing in light rain is a uniquely peaceful experience. The sound of raindrops while you're warm in the bubbling water is surprisingly relaxing.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Moss Foot is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From The Hot Tub

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline.

Location & Elevation

91m

(299 feet above sea level)

Moss Foot sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.

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91m

Elevation

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Keswick

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Cooler temperatures: Expect 1-2°C cooler than coastal areas, making hot tub sessions even more refreshing
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to fell summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Keswick are typical Cumbria lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. Take your time and enjoy the scenery.

Coordinates

Latitude: 54.5997032° N | Longitude: 3.1310818° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Keswick (Monday, 3 August 2026):

4:25am

Sunrise

7:12pm

Golden Hour

8:12pm

Sunset

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4:25am

Sunrise

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8:12pm

Sunset

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7:12pm

Golden Hour

Hot Tub Timing by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - enjoy the hot tub in daylight or twilight
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner soak under emerging stars
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - dark hot tub sessions, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Evening Hot Tub Session: For the best experience, start your hot tub session during golden hour (7:12pm). You'll enjoy the warm colours of sunset, then transition into twilight and stars - all without having to get out!

August Daylight

This month in Keswick, you have approximately 15.79 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean extended evening activities before the hot tub beckons.

Practical Essentials

Everything you need to know before you arrive at Moss Foot.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Cumbria. Consider stocking up on groceries too, especially if arriving late.

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Discover why our guests keep coming back to Cranford House

Central Location

Just a short 10-minute walk to Keswick town centre with shops, restaurants and amenities right on your doorstep.

Hot Tub Relaxation

Private hot tub in the enclosed garden perfect for unwinding after a day exploring the Lake District fells.

En-suite Bedrooms

Five of the seven bedrooms have their own en-suite facilities, reducing morning queues and providing privacy for mixed groups.

Well-equipped Kitchen

Two electric ovens, five-ring hob and large fridge/freezer make catering for large groups easy and stress-free.

Spacious Living Areas

Multiple living spaces including main living room and second-floor snug, both with Smart TVs for group entertainment.

Pet-Friendly

Two pets welcome as standard with additional pets allowed for a small fee, making it perfect for the whole family.

Getting To Cranford House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Cranford House by car, follow the A66 to Keswick and then navigate to the residential area near the town centre. The property is easily accessible with off-road parking for two cars provided a short walk from the house.

By Train

For rail travellers, the nearest station is Penrith, approximately 17 miles away. From there, regular bus services run to Keswick or you can take a taxi directly to the property.

Off-road parking for two cars plus roadside parking

Penrith station (17 miles)

Easily accessible from the A66

Attractions & More Nearby

Everything you need within easy reach

Theatre by the Lake

Distance: 0.7 miles

CA12 5DJ

Derwentwater

Distance: 0.7 miles

CA12 5DJ

Keswick Pencil Museum

Distance: 0.5 miles

CA12 5NG

Castlerigg Stone Circle Walk

Distance: 2.5 miles

CA12 4RN

Catbells Lakeland Walk

Distance: 3.5 miles

CA12 5UE

Walla Crag

Distance: 2 miles

CA12 4TE

Booths Supermarket

Distance: 0.4 miles

CA12 5DJ

Keswick Market

Distance: 0.3 miles

CA12 5JR

Packhorse Court Shopping Centre

Distance: 0.3 miles

CA12 5JB

Keswick Launch

Distance: 0.8 miles

CA12 5DJ

Keswick Bus Station

Distance: 0.3 miles

CA12 5DF

Hope Park

Distance: 0.5 miles

CA12 5DF

Theatre by the Lake

Distance: 0.7 miles

CA12 5DJ

Derwentwater

Distance: 0.7 miles

CA12 5DJ

Keswick Pencil Museum

Distance: 0.5 miles

CA12 5NG

Castlerigg Stone Circle Walk

Distance: 2.5 miles

CA12 4RN

Catbells Lakeland Walk

Distance: 3.5 miles

CA12 5UE

Walla Crag

Distance: 2 miles

CA12 4TE

Booths Supermarket

Distance: 0.4 miles

CA12 5DJ

Keswick Market

Distance: 0.3 miles

CA12 5JR

Packhorse Court Shopping Centre

Distance: 0.3 miles

CA12 5JB

Keswick Launch

Distance: 0.8 miles

CA12 5DJ

Keswick Bus Station

Distance: 0.3 miles

CA12 5DF

Hope Park

Distance: 0.5 miles

CA12 5DF

Is Cranford House Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

Cranford House offers plenty for children. The enclosed garden provides safe outdoor play space while the second-floor snug with Smart TV creates a perfect kids' hangout. Keswick has excellent parks within walking distance, plus miniature golf and a climbing wall nearby. Derwentwater (0.7 miles away) offers gentle paddling spots and boat trips perfect for young explorers.

For Couples

While Cranford House accommodates 14 guests, couples can book outside peak times for a spacious break. The hot tub offers romantic evenings under the stars, while five bedrooms with en-suites provide privacy. Keswick's restaurants are a short walk away for date nights and the stunning Derwentwater shoreline creates perfect sunset strolling opportunities.

Pet Friendly

Cranford House welcomes two pets as standard with additional pets allowed for £30 each. The enclosed garden provides safe outdoor space for dogs. Located near excellent Lake District walking routes and just 0.7 miles from Derwentwater shoreline paths. Keswick is very dog-friendly with many pubs and cafes welcoming four-legged visitors.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Cranford House

The Dog & Gun

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA12 5JA

Fellpack

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: CA12 5JF

The Square Orange Café Bar

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Cranford House

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

Yes, Cranford House features a private hot tub in the enclosed garden. It's available year-round and perfect for relaxing after exploring the Lake District.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, Cranford House welcomes two well-behaved pets as standard. Additional pets can be accommodated for a charge of £30 per pet, with the condition they stay off furniture and beds.

How many bedrooms does the property have?

Cranford House has seven bedrooms spread across three floors. Five bedrooms have en-suite facilities and bedroom configurations include king-size beds (some can be converted to twins upon request), a double and a twin room.

How far is it from Keswick town centre?

The property is just a 10-minute walk (approximately 0.2 miles) from Keswick town centre. You can easily access shops, restaurants and pubs without needing to drive.

What kitchen facilities are available?

The kitchen is well-equipped with two electric ovens, a five-ring hob, dishwasher, washing machine, large fridge and freezer. There's plenty of crockery and cutlery for large groups.

Is there parking available?

Yes, there is off-road parking for 2 cars a short walk away from the property. Additional roadside parking is available nearby, though it may be limited during busy periods.

What's the nearest lake and how far away is it?

Derwentwater is the nearest lake, located just 0.7 miles from the property. It's approximately a 15-minute walk and offers opportunities for boating, swimming and lakeside walks.

Are there any booking restrictions?

The property does not accept stag, hen, or similar parties. For Christmas and New Year bookings, there's a minimum stay of 4 nights, with no check-ins allowed on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, or New Year's Day.

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Cranford House Reviews

Beautiful home . Great facilities . Home itself clean and comfortable . Clothes drier was broken but a replacement was brought round the same day , amazing service. Beautiful park down the round and the house itself is in a lovely residential area. Highly recommend a stay here

Judith

Booked this accommodation for a large family weekend. The accommodation was well laid out, comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped with everything you would need. The hot tub was a favourite with the younger members of the family all adults My only advice to anyone booking would be the second floor bedrooms had sloping roofs so maybe better suited to shorter visitors or children. Lovely property which we would book again.

Arrived on the Friday afternoon, no hot water no heating. Initially thought it must be on a timer. It was not, contacted the number provided at 9pm heard nothing overnight nothing at all until the next day when I rang another number they eventually came and fixed the boiler which had broken just before lunchtime. We were then able to have hot showers and heating half way through the trip. A hot tub was advertised, it was full of ants we didn't realize this until we were sat in said hot tub, observed them crawling all over our bodies and the top of the hot tub. Advertised as having WiFi wifi did not work at all, signal kept cutting out. We were a group of mothers who all. Have young children at home it was quite distressing not being able to keep in touch unless we were not at the property due to terrible Internet and phone signal.

Stephanie

A lovely week spent at Cranford house ,the house is lovely and comfortable with a large sitting area it was lovely being able to sit everyone together,the kitchen has all the amenities we needed to cook a Xmas Lunch ,parking might be a issue at times but we had no problems finding a parking space we had 5 cars with us in total ,we would definitely return to Cranford house again next time we go to the lakes as a family thank you for a wonderful .

Tracey

A beautiful house which worked so well for us as 4 families coming together. It was well equipped and we felt very at home. All the bedrooms were beautifully laid out. The Hot tub was fabulous and kept temperature so well. The house is just a few minutes walk from the town centre with lovely mountain views as you walk out of the front door. The only problem we had was with the Internet which rarely worked for the first few days and was intermittent after that. This may have been a local provider issue and not the fault of the owner but it was only thing which was a negative all week. We would certainly recommend the property.

Pauline

Cranford House was perfect for our family stay of 8 adults and 6 children. There was everything we needed and only a short walk into the town! The checkin instructions and information were very helpful. Thankyou!

We had a fabulous weekend at Cranford House for my sisters 40th birthday. The house was in a great location, everything was in walking distance. Handy lane next to the property where we could unload everything via the back door with parking nearby. The property itself was lovely, loads of bedrooms with comfy beds. My only slight negative comment was that the downstairs rooms were a bit small but Id read that in other reviews so it wasnt anything we werent aware of and it didnt spoil the weeekend

We had a great stay at Cranford House. The house is beautifully decorated and has plenty of space for get2gethers for large groups. It is centrally located and we would be more than happy to stay here again.

Duncan

What a great house and location. Our family of 14 had a great stay here. Only let down were the number of pans available when cooking for a large number of people.

Madison

We could not fault our experience, Sarah was really lovely and attentive. The house was incredible and so close to all the local attractions. Such great value for money. We will definitely be coming again.

Cant recommend enough. We used Cranford House as a base whilst in Keswick for a family wedding. 7 adults, 3 children and 1 dog. The house was very clean and perfectly kitted out with everything we needed even a hot tub for the naughty elf

Fabulous house, comfortable, brilliant location. Lovely space for a family get together

Had a great family weekend in Keswick. The house is lovely, warm cosy and well equipped. All bedrooms are well laid out and with comfortable beds. Kitchen is well equipped with plenty of crockery, cutlery and utensils. The hot tub was great addition and really enjoyed. Short walk into centre of town, with park and lake easy to get to. Parking not a problem with on road and the two spaces.

This is a very nice townhouse over three floors in fairly central Keswick, and accommodated 11 family members this October half term very comfortably.

Charlotte

What a gorgeous property. Beautiful decor, well proportioned rooms. Lovely that all the rooms were so nice and there was no scramble for the best! Great facilities, perfectly clean and really good location. Cant recommend it highly enough.

Catherine

Fantastic comfortable well equipped house. Spotlessly clean. Great facilities. Really enjoyed our stay. Great location. Quiet no noise but only a ten miutes max walk to town centre. Having a hot tub is fabulous. Only very minor thing back garden with hot tub is not at all secure for even a small dog. But this would not prevent me from staying here again.

Lovely house with lots of space for a big group. Excellent location.

Responsive and understanding owner, cleaners and maintenance team. Excellent communicators. Managed expectations well. High quality home, with all necessary facilities. Very well set up. Good views from top floor. Character home with charm. Hot tub lots of fun. Only thing I could think to suggest would be a slightly bigger fridge for a large group!

Danielle

The place was amazing & better than described!

The house is absolutely stunning, there is everything you would need and it is only a short work to the centre of Keswick. The rooms are very spacious and theres plenty to do. I had the best time

Michaela

My family and I stayed for my fathers 60th birthday. The house was beautifully presented, perfect location short walk away from the main high street in Keswick and was very clean and tidy. We did find the mattresses were too soft which disturbed sleep but that is personal preference. There is plenty of room to sit and relax and have your meals and the tv room was great for the kids! Who also loved the hot tub which was clean.

Rachel

We loved our stay at Cranford House, plenty of room for a group of 11 girls bedrooms were spacious and showerbathroom facilities were great. The big fridgefreezer and 2 ovens were really helpful when preparing food for everyone. The house had everything we needed and only a short walk into Keswick for a meal after a big day out walking. The hot tub was brilliant, although access to this is by the side of the house and a public walkway so you have to be quick getting in. We found parking on the street fine. Overall, we would definetly recommend and stay again. Thank you!

Stayed at this property as we were working in the area. The house is outstanding and in an ideal location just a few minutes walk from the main street of Keswick. Spotlessly clean and very well decorated. Loads of space with a big living room, dining room and kitchen to go with the 7 bedrooms. The hot tub was the icing on the cake! I would definitely recommend using this property if you plan to visit the area in a larger group.

Vivien

Cranford house has everything going for it. It's comfortably furnished, well proportioned, ideal for large groups and near the centre of Keswick. The house has been recently renovated to a high standard. Our party comprised of 8 adults, 4 children, a baby and a dog. Everyone fitted in and felt comfortable. We had a couple of small issues which were promptly dealt with by our contact Sarah. We would stay there again.

We were supposed to stay somewhere else but the landlord changed the room configuration which wouldnt have worked for our group. The good news is that we were offered Cranford House! This was exactly what we had been looking for and all of us were extremely happy. We were a family group of two elderly parents, adults, teens and dogs. All of us were well catered for. The house has great character and is large, spotlessly clean, in an excellent position and had everything we could wish for. The kitchen was very well stocked with utensils. Plenty of bedding, hot water and great space for cooking and dining. Downstairs en suite bedroom was ideal for grandparents. A short walk to shops and we were able to park on the road without hassle. Also a short walk to Fitz Park. Thank you to the host and I am sure we will return

Stayed at Cranford House for a 3 day weekend along with our two children, their partners and our five grandchildren aged 12 to 20 eleven people altogether. Cranford House was beautiful, the photographs were very accurate, the beds were comfortable and benefited from ensuite in five of the seven bedrooms, there was also a lovely bathroom with separate shower, there was plenty of seating in the dining room and lounge for everyone and we spent the evenings playing board games and enjoying being able to be together as a family. Keswick town is only a short walk away, a fabulous market on Thursday and Saturday and there was plenty of choice for eating out if required, Keswick is a dog friendly town and they are welcomed in many shops. The hot tub was well used during our stay. The owner had left coffee, tea, sugar, biscuits, washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, washing tabs, pan scrubs and dish cloth all of which I took because I expected to have to provide my own!. I would love to return to Cranford House.

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Cranford House, Keswick

About Cranford House

Need To Know

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Weather & Hot Tub Conditions

Best Months for Hot Tub Evenings

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From The Hot Tub

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Hot Tub Timing by Season

August Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Central Location

Hot Tub Relaxation

En-suite Bedrooms

Well-equipped Kitchen

Spacious Living Areas

Pet-Friendly

Getting To Cranford House

By Car

By Train

Attractions & More Nearby

Is Cranford House Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Dog & Gun

Fellpack

The Square Orange Café Bar

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Cranford House Reviews