Lydia's River Cottage, Penrith Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4JY

A superbly appointed stone built two bedroom period terrace cottage conveniently situated in an idyllic setting less than one mile from Keswick town centre with the rare combined benefits of a spectacular rear rural outlook directly over the river Greta, external paved courtyards for al fresco dining and adjoining parking spaces. Over the last eight years the present owners have successfully established and optimised profit from a thriving robustly established luxury self-catering holiday letting use with a Visit England four star gold accreditation and bookings sourced solely from their own website which avoids incurring letting agency fees. Offered with extensive secured forward bookings this is a truly outstanding investment opportunity. Internal viewing is highly recommended.  

Accommodation  

Ground Floor:  

Entrance Vestibule
With radiator. 

Open Plan Living Room / Dining Kitchen
With a feature stone fireplace including remote control stove style gas fire, two radiators, stylish range of modern fitted base and wall units, stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, integrated oven, ceramic hob, extractor unit, fridge, freezer, dish washer and washing machine. 

First Floor:  

Landing  

Bedroom One
Front bedroom with radiator, built in cupboard. 

Bedroom Two
Rear bedroom with delightful rural view over the river Greta, radiator. 

Shower Room
A luxury shower room with large shower cubicle including watering can head and rinser attachment, WC, wash hand basin, heated towel rail. 

Outside:
Front paved forecourt and adjoining parking space for two cars, spacious rear paved courtyard directly overlooking the river Greta. Sightings of ducks, goldeneye, mergansers, herons, white throated dippers and grey wagtails are common and the rarer sightings include kingfishers and otters.  

Services
Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Gas central heating to radiators. 

Tenure
Freehold. 

Business Rates
Small business rates relief applies. 

Flooding
The cottage experienced water ingress during the 2015 flood. 

Directions
From Keswick town centre proceed onto Penrith road and the cottage is located on the left within the row of cottages situated opposite the Twa Dogs public house car park. 

Viewings
By appointment with Hackney & Leigh's Keswick office. 

Price
Offers over £375,000 invited. 

Anti-Money Laundering Regulations (AML)
Please note that when an offer is accepted on a property, we must follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all buyers under the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations (AML). We use a specialist third-party company to carry out these checks at a charge of £60.00 (inc. VAT) per individual or £50.00 (incl. vat) per individual, if more than one person is involved in the purchase (provided all individuals pay in one transaction). The charge is non-refundable, and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been completed. In the event the property is being purchased in the name of a company, the charge will be £150 (incl. vat). 

Disclaimer
All permits to view and particulars are issued on the understanding that negotiations are conducted through the agency of Messrs. Hackney & Leigh Ltd. Properties for sale by private treaty are offered subject to contract. No responsibility can be accepted for any loss or expense incurred in viewing or in the event of a property being sold, let, or withdrawn. Please contact us to confirm availability prior to travel. These particulars have been prepared for the guidance of intending buyers. No guarantee of their accuracy is given, nor do they form part of a contract. *Broadband speeds estimated and checked by on 8th June 2026.