Formerly the Royal Oak Hotel, Peak View is a magnificent, duplex apartment based in the centre of Keswick. Nestled just a short walk from a range of amenities, Peak View is a superb choice for families and friends looking to escape normality and uncover the wonders of Cumbria. Access to the apartment is through a communal entrance, with stairs and a lift to the first floor and stairs only to the second floor. Discover the lounge, where you can collapse into the sofa after a long day of walking, tuning into the TV or planning the next adventure. Carry the conversation into the kitchen, appointed with all the mod cons required for a short stay, including an electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and even washer/dryer, so you can stay on top of your laundry. An elegant dining room is perfect for hosting mealtimes and socialising in the evening. On this floor there is the master bedroom, offering a double bed, fitted wardrobes, views and an en-suite shower room. Continue up to the third floor, home to a double and twin, both with TVs and both neutrally presented but offering limited headroom. Choose to start the day with a wash in the family bathroom, offering bath or shower over, before tackling the day ahead. Discover the sights by foot with a scenic stroll through the centre of the town, stopping off for a meal or snack in one of the many local cafés, restaurants or Lakeland Inns. Keswick offers a bundle of fantastic attractions, including Keswick Museum, Derwent Pencil Museum and Puzzling Place. Those outdoor enthusiasts will be in their element with some much natural beauty in the vicinity; wander around Derwentwater or Bassenthwaite Lake, where the peak of Skiddaw and Lake District Wildlife Park are just moments away. Those seeking adventure can test their bottle at Go Ape, while the summits of Helvellyn, Catbells of Blencathra are not far away. Enjoy the very best of Cumbria with a stay at Peak View.
Second and third floor duplex apartment. 1 x second-floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x third-floor double with TV, 1 x third-floor twin with TV. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Cloakroom with basin and WC. Second-floor kitchen. Second-floor dining room. Second-floor sitting room. Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine.
The tourist hub of the northern Lake District is the well-known town of Keswick, which has a lot to offer travellers at any time of year. The town offers a wide variety of stores and eateries to suit every taste, as well as miniature golf, wonderful parks, the renowned Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing, and fantastic mountain biking opportunities. Derwentwater, a beautiful lake at the head of the breathtaking Borrowdale Valley, is only a short stroll from the town centre. The stunning Newlands Valley is nearby, situated between Braithwaite and Buttermere, and the charming Bassenthwaite Lake is definitely worth a visit. Everything from a leisurely stroll through the countryside to a strenuous walk up Skiddaw or the renowned Catbells is available. Visit the Jennings Brewery, Mirehouse, a magnificent home and gardens on the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake, or go on a wonderful boat tour of Derwentwater. Any time of year, this is a terrific Lakeland visit because to the abundance of family-friendly attractions, beautiful parks, and the neighbouring Lake District Wildlife Park.
