High Cross

The property is in a great location - an easy walk into Keswick.

Beds were all comfortable and crockery, cooking utensils and cooking vessels were in plentiful supply. The double oven was very handy with our group of six. However, it would have been nice to be supplied with some information as to how things worked. Lots of the light bulbs didn’t work and one toilet had a sign saying it was quirky to use which was not accurate. The toilet needs to be fixed. Other reviewers have mentioned the toilet so it didn’t suddenly stop working during our stay. Whilst other toilets could be used during the day it was not convenient during the night. The glass balustrade was covered with moss and the path to the front door is quite dangerous in wet weather. We were told a gardener came once a week and we could request they not come. We didn’t mind the Gardner coming but were surprised when he came four days out of the seven we were there. Each time he asked us if it was okay but we didn’t feel we could send him away. Then another person came and did the lawns!

High Cross is a beautiful house in an amazing location with stunning views.

Unfortunately, however, it needs some time and attention spending on it.The exterior windows were thick with cobwebs when we arrived, two toilets, and one shower were not working adequately, the freezer wasn’t working, curtains in one bedroom were torn and there was a broken blind. The flagstone path leading up to the house is treacherous when wet as it is covered in green lichen which makes it dangerously slippery. This needs urgent attention. We were grateful that the owner arranged a window cleaner, but none of the other problems that we highlighted were addressed during our stay.

A luxurious, spacious house with lovely views.

Beds were comfortable. The Castle Rigg stone circle is easily walked to. It's an established house so there were a few small niggles but nothing that seriously marred our stay. We would happily stay again and recommend it to our friends

We had a fantastic stay at High Cross.

The view is spectacular and the house spacious, very well catered and comfortable. The amenities are excellent and there was nothing lacking for a two week break in the lakes. We would return without doubt.

High Cross is in a fantastic position with wonderful views.

We were blessed with excellent weather and enjoyed eating outside enjoying the views and sunsets. It is very well equipped with everything you could need. We had two dogs with us so unfortunately couldn’t make use of the whole house as the dogs weren’t allowed in the carpeted rooms meaning we were confined to the kitchen area. There were a few areas that need attention. The coffee machine needs descaling, the patio area needs a good clean and the loo in one of the upstairs bedrooms is virtually impossible to flush. It does warn you it’s quirky but we found it almost impossible!

The house was lovely, with great views and very comfortable.

A few minor niggles which, if put right, would make it feel significantly better - eg the curtains in the big sitting room are nice but cheaply hung and the top pulled too tight so they do not close; some of the 13A mains sockets did not connect properly which could be a fire hazard if used with a heavy load. The presence of old-fashioned 5A round pin sockets (used for lights, all with test certificates so not a direct safety concern) suggests that the house has not been rewired for some decades? But altogether a lovely stay, many thanks.

High Cross is a spacious interesting house up on the hill with wonderful views across Keswick to the northwest mountains.

The house was fully equipped with some very nice touches. Five of us weren’t very comfortable there, with plenty of communal space. I would definitely consider staying there again

Our second stay at High Cross .

Perfect . Very comfortable. So many extras even a Christmas tree . Beautiful views and very quiet Care needs to be taken on the slippy steps to the front door as we had an extremely wet week, Thankyou to the owners for their thoughtfulness.

A great house for us our daughters and grandsons and the dogs.

Lots of space for all .. amazing views. Can’t wait to come back one day .

Looks impressive from the outside.

Probably fine if you don't have a dog and can use the whole house. Otherwise you are restricted to a small snug which is not comfortable and the TV signal is dire. It was grubby and dusty. I had to wipe the fridge out before using it, along with some of the kitchen cupboards and cupboard doors which had grubby marks around the handle areas. Not the standard of cleanliness I am used to in holiday lets. There is an awful damp smell in the other room with a TV in. I sat in there on my own a couple of times, but the arrangement of furniture is quite strange, a long way from the TV. The bed was comfortable, there was black mould in the ensuite shower room. On stripping the bed on leaving, the pillows and duvet were stained. Not impressed and won't be returning.

What a beautiful property.

It felt so homely, like staying at Grandma's Location was great for getting out and about dog walking but also into the town. Beds comfy and great bathroom and kitchen facilities.

The property was extremely well kept and the pictures on the website don't do justice to it.