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Hermiston Guest House

4.0 star property
Mountain retreat where travelers can relax in nature by day and curl up with a good book by the fire when evening falls

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Hermiston Guest House welcomes visitors with a full breakfast and peaceful mountain setting. Guests can relax on the quiet terrace, browse the library for a good read, or warm up by the fireplace in the lobby. Past visitors consistently mention the B&B's tranquil atmosphere.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Deluxe Double Room | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room | Blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Located in Keswick, Hermiston Guest House is in the mountains and in a national park. Derwent Pencil Museum and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Keswick Climbing Wall and Raw War Paintball Games. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Newlands Adventure Centre or Rowrah Circuit. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as swimming.
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Braithwaite, Keswick, England, CA12 5RY

What's nearby

  • Beautiful view of Derwentwater in the English Lake District on a frosty Autumn morning with snow on the fells.
    Derwentwater
    2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Fell walker ascending Catbells, The Lake District, Cumbria, England
    Catbells Lakeland Walk
    19 min drive - 8.2 km
  • The vast expanse of Lake Windermere shown from above the village of Ambleside in the British Lake District.
    Lake Windermere
    30 min drive - 39.8 km
  • Whinlatter Forest Park
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lodore Falls
    18 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station
    22 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Jaspers Coffee House
    6 min walk
  • The Wild Strawberry
    3 min drive
  • Crooked River Tap
    4 min drive
  • Royal Oak
    6 min walk
  • Cafe Hope
    4 min drive

About this property

Hermiston Guest House

  • Upscale bed & breakfast in the mountains
  • Consider a stay at Hermiston Guest House and take advantage of free full breakfast, a terrace and a garden. In addition to a library and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this bed & breakfast include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Books, luggage storage and games
    • A reception hall and smoke-free property
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Hermiston Guest House offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
  • More amenities include:
    • Recycling and LED light bulbs
    • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee, electric kettles and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8 AM to 9 AM

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Library

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 16 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Hermiston Guest House pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hermiston Guest House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hermiston Guest House?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Hermiston Guest House?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Hermiston Guest House located?

Situated in a national park, this bed & breakfast is within 2 miles (3 km) of Whinlatter Forest Park, Womenrock and Bassenthwaite Lake. Derwentwater and Go Ape Whinlatter are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hermiston Guest House Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 96 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 96 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 96 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 96 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean, the breakfast was very good, the staff nice
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hermiston Guest House is a lovely and tidy B&B with gracious hosts and a really delicious home cooked breakfast. Phil was a joy and gave us several excellent recommendations for beautiful walks and views around the area. We really enjoyed are day and would absolutely recommend this B&B for your stay in the Lakes District!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at the Hermingston. It was ideally placed for our walks & the bus stopped just outside which was great. We visited 2 local pubs for meals that were recommend to us which were in walking distance & both were really good. Would definitely stay at the Hermingston again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great B&B

Very comfortable stay, friendly and helpful, high quality well cooked breakfast. Good base for exploring the North and Western Lakes
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
we had a comfortable stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service in a small village with good places to eat or drink but close to Keswick and other places if want more, very good bed and breakfast with fantastic views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The breakfast came hot, well cooked and plentiful. The view over Skiddaw was beautiful. The B&B was in an excellent location, with easy access to all the Lakes and cumbrian coast. Easy access to and from the main routes.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean,well organised, good reception, excellent breakfast, very good value. More seating in bedroom would be helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant hosts. Room and amenities all up to scratch. Nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Highly recommended! Very warm, friendly welcome from Phil. Very well organised and has lots of daily advice. A nice comfortable room with everything you need. An excellent breakfast too. A very enjoyable short stay, we would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5 stars

When we stayed at Hermiston, we were made to feel very welcome. The room was immaculate and there was also a very comfortable and cosy lounge for guests to sit in as well as a garden if desired. Breakfast was cooked to order and quality and presentation was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Stay

We had a lovely stay at Hermiston Guest House. The rooms are well appointed, beautifully clean and refreshed on a daily basis. Breakfast is well organised and the service from Phil in particular was a highlight of the stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phil and Helen were superb. Nothing was too much. Comfortable room and excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jairaj

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great value for money!

Very pleasant stay, good caring hosts. Welcome hot beverage with a snack was a surprise package but a much needed one. Very immaculately maintained property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phil and Helen were excellent hosts. They went above and beyond!! The food was yummy. Especially the shortbread!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phil and Helen took great care to make the breakfasts fit our needs with lots of choices. Great welcoming and conversation. We enjoyed our two nights. Comfy bed and though the shower knobs took a bit to sort out we enjoyed the shower after long days of touring and walking. Myriad thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thought the hosts were really lovely and the location of the guesthouse was ideal for us for walking. There are two pubs within walking distance which serve fantastic food: Coledale inn and Royal Oak. However, we had a downstairs room and seemed to have been really unlucky with the guests upstairs who woke us up every hour during the night. Thankfully, we were only staying a couple of nights as we were absolutely exhausted by the end. Would recommend a stay, just maybe ask for an upstairs room.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hermiston Guest House is a big step-up in the genre of B&B accommodations. Proprietors Phil & Helen go to great lengths to insure that every guest is comfortable and has everything they need. We will definitely stay here again whenever we are in the Lake District. Exceptional!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

A J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An amazing stay

An amazing stay. We were well looked after. We really enjoyed breakfast
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

An Excellent Stay

An excellent stay. We were made very welcome and looked after well. We were grateful that the owners were able to charge our mobility scooter battery
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Phil and Helen were great hosts, nothing was too much trouble, very welcoming, helpful and the breakfasts were great. Rooms are comfortable. Great location with walks, pubs and restaurants nearby so no need for the car. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property never fails to impress, we would happily recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was lovely staying there very kind and helpful lovely Breakfasts and we will definitively be going back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay! Great location!

Great stay, made to feel very welcome by both Phil & Helen! Great service, great breakfast! Superb location for the North Lakes! And great local knowledge with guidance towards what to do and where to go! Thank you for your Hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was our first time staying in a b&b and it was so marvellous. A lovely atmosphere, superb room, lovely hosts and in an idyllic place. Perfect in all ways.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

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