The Cats Bield

A fantastic cottage right in the centre of Keswick.

Everything about it is great and I would definitely stay again and highly recommend it

Lovely little cottage in a brilliant location.

Grateful for the little touches of milk and treats on arrival. Our son loved the climbers loft and turned into his own private den for the week. Will definitely book again if in the area.

Excellent property in the heart of Keswick, pubs, shops eateries and supermarkets just minutes walk away, a parking space is supplied with the cottage which is great considering the cost to park in the town, it is a little tight and needs you to reverse park but not a major issue, we didn’t use the car all week as plenty of walks literally right from the doorstep, the owners were very friendly and helpful when we had a little problem so a big thank you to them for their help.

Parking a bit tight but great to have.

Great for shops and buses which we used most days. Lovely view of mountains when appeared from the clouds. Too room only used once but would have been great if more than 2 wanting different activities Kitchen well equipped and beds comfy The only fault would be a few extra dinner plates which says how good it was

A very well appointed and comfortable cottage in an ideal position for access to the town and the lake.

The en-suite was a welcome facility as was the well equipped utility area. Parking was a challenge as the space provided is very tight. A BMW 4 series will just about fit!

Great location in the centre of Keswick.

Plenty of shops and pubs nearby and walks from the door. Lovely cosy cottage, perfect for four and our two dogs who were also made to feel very welcome. Would love to visit again next year.

Another lovely stay at Cats Bield.

Warm and inviting. Our break was over far too quickly. And being Keswick, it didn't matter if it rained for most of our stay.

Excellent stay - 2nd time and it did not disappoint.

Fab location in centre of Keswick close to all shops and pubs and loads of walks. No need to use your car can walk from the house. Parking at the house is tight but we have a large estate car and managed - my husband is good a parallel parking but if you aren’t confident there is a car park opposite which you can pay to use. Highly recommend and I am sure we will be back.

Lovely cottage in a fantastic location, thank you.

Very dog friendly and our toddler loved it too! We'd read about the parking in other reviews. Our car (Skoda Octavia) with a roofbox fit fine under the archway. The parking space was a bit tight depending on how the neighbours parked their car, but the information in the listing was accurate, and we didn't actually use the car all week. There's also free road parking nearby.

Perfect location.

Lovely clean cottage. Had everything you could need. No garden for dogs but grass nearby. Will definitely be using again.

This was our first time at this lovely property, we were very grateful for the lovely biscuits, wine and milk left for us and also was very surprised by the dog beds and treats that were provided our two dogs felt very at home including us as well, would definitely recommend staying here as really close to all shops and amenities, property was cosy, clean and bed was very comfortable really enjoyed our stay, a home from home

This property is immaculately presented, conveniently sited and thoughtfully equipped for a comfortable stay in glorious Lakeland.

Such a delightful little cottage right in the heart of Keswick!

We didn’t need to touch the car all week! The owners of this property have gone above and beyond to ensure that guest have what they need: dishwasher, washing machine, Tassimo coffee machine….. even a spiralizer!! The bedrooms provide ample room for storage of clothes and belongings in lovely oak furniture along with comfy beds and heavy snuggly bedding! The downstairs living area provided a relaxing area to recover from a busy day of exploring…. With the added bonus of the upstairs snug, giving our teenager her own unique space to unwind. A highchair and travel cot were provided for our baby, it was clean, safe and perfect for our needs. The fitting cat decor adds to the quirkiness and uniqueness of the property. Whilst we didn’t take any dogs, it is clear they are well catered for. 2 dog beds, food bowls and even towels to dry your beloved pooch after a wet day on the fells! One thing to be aware of is parking! There is space for a car in the back, to access this guest need to be aware of the low archway to access it: take care of you have a tall car and a roof box…. We saw a couple of people scrape their roof box on the way into other properties!

July 2025 Fabulous place very welcoming loved the gifts (Wine, biscuits, milk, tea & coffee) clean tidy, beds really comfortable, towels super soft, plenty of hot water whenever needed, local to the centre of Keswick just perfect location, Will definitely be back Perfect break & the weather was great Thank You x

After an initial set back all was good .

Location was excellent. Beds very comfortable. Would stay again for sure , but I would probably book through another agency . The sykes communication over the stated initial set back was far from satisfactory. I'd also suggest more info being made availlable regarding parking access height , for larger vehicles with roof box . There was a weird "cheese" like smell in main bedroom resulting in us purchasing a deodoriser from the coop to freshen up the room when window wasn't open. I think a bit of a freshen up will soon be required in relation to the decor . Cats bield is as stated superbly located and I'm just highlighting a few thoughts , but , importantly as stated I would definitely recommend to friends and I would book again, so thatbsoeaks volumes. Thanks to the owners for the dog treats , biscuits and wine . Very much appreciated . Barney the Golden retriever also very happy. Thanks. Stayed from 19th to 26th July 2025. Had it not been for initial set back, I would have given top mark throughout. David

We stayed at The Cats Bield with our dog in the first week in July.

We cannot have had a better stay...the property is much more spacious and I really don't think the photos do it justice. Our welcome gifts ( sausages for Caspar!) were a lovely touch! Every thought is given for guests' comfort and it's position cannot be beaten. To top it off, Debs sent in the post some items we'd left behind. We will definitely return!

Our 2nd holiday at The Cats Bield and will definitely go again.

It is in a fabulous location in the centre of Keswick and has the added bonus of parking. We used the car once during the week, making good use of the Keswick Launch and the cheap bus service. The cottage has everything that you will need for your holiday so you can just relax and have fun.

Everything wonderful apart from weather

The cottage was well appointed and catered for a family with dogs.

Great location. Car parking is tight but good to have a space.

Great location and fab cottage.

Very homely, comfy beds and everything you could need. Bonus of a car parking space

Cottage was lovely clean and tidy just what we needed for our holiday.

Very well equipped and the sun shone for us. Cottage very central for everything and didn’t use the car all week! The attic room was great and kids loved it. (For those wondering about the parking I parked my Ford Kuga whilst another car was in the other space with no issues).

We had a great stay at The Cats Bield.

Warm and comfortable, with everything we needed. Our dogs were also delighted with 2 comfy beds, and treats from the 'Good Dog' tin! As for the location! You couldn't ask for more. Walkable to Keswick high street, with shops, pubs and a vibrant market twice a week. A 10 minute walk to Derwentwater. Buses around the corner to travel further afield. Fantastic views of the Catbells on your doorstop.Perfect!

Had a fantastic weekend at Cats Bield, it was very homely and welcoming and great for pets

Great location.

Have already booked to go back.

Very comfortable home from home, ideally situated in Keswick.

Very well equipped, spacious and with the bonus of an upstairs second social space. Parking isn’t an issue unless you have a big car - a simple parallel parking manoeuvre. Thoroughly recommended.

Lovely well equipped cottage, great central location.

Off street parking a bonus!!(ni problem parking our BMW 3 Series hatchback as long as you park close to the fence). Cosy and well maintained, very dog friendly, would highly recommend!!

Another great holiday at The Cats Bield.

Our 2nd stay here, loved it just as much as the 1st time. Well equipped, perfect location for being in middle of town. Great to have parking at the cottage too.

2nd time staying here and loved it still.

Location is great, accommodation has everything thing you need and more. Parking is included but it is very tricky to get in and out of, that would be my only negative.

Beautiful cottage and central to all the shops, pubs and restaurants.

Will be booking again for next year

Great cottage in great location.

Highly recommend!! Excellent information provided by owner. Parking is tight but worked for us with large estate car but suggest you need to be a confident at parallel parking. Would use this property again without hesitation.

We had an amazing stay at Cats Bield the cottage has everything you could possibly need and is very clean and comfortable.

A stone’s throw from the centre and all that Keswick has to offer. We have already booked again for next year.

Lovely cosy cottage, close to all amenities, would stay again, was lovely and clean apart from skirting boards which I did clean, has kept catching my eye, thank you for treats both for humans and dogs

Spotless house.

Simply but stylishly furnished. Very comfortable. Lovely bedding and great kitchen. Helpful instructions and wonderfully dog friendly. Minor bugbear with gas fire that we couldn't get to work. More major issue was the parking. Awful. We had brought a v small car but had we gone for our larger one which we had intended we would have struggled to park it in the tiny space. We were therefore reluctant to move it one parked and It curtailed our abilty to pootle around at will. I think this needs to be made much clearer in the booking information. So, a perfect central keswick spot if you arrive without a car or dont intend to use it once at the property but otherwise a bit of a challenge.

Cats Bield is a very comfortable and clean cottage.

Good quality linen, comfy beds, good bathroom facilities and decent kitchen. It’s very conveniently situated in Keswick.

The Cat's Bield was everything that was advertised.

Beautiful and comfortable in a great location. The property is very well equipped with everything you need t- just unpack your bags and enjoy a home from home holiday home. The welcome pack was much appreciated as were the many notes around the cottage with helpful information. Totally dog friendly. Would definitely recommend.

We had a lovely stay in the Cat’s Bield.

It’s a really cosy well located cottage with so many thoughtful touches for both two and four legged visitors. It also has the added bonus of a parking space which we really appreciated. We wouldn’t hesitate to book again or to recommend it to friends.

Fantastic stay at the Cats Bield.

. The property was spotless and comfortable. Location and facilities were just what you need for a holiday in Keswick. The Owners have thought of everything, it's clear they want their guests to have a safe and enjoyable stay.

We had a great stay at The Cat's Bield, a fabulous cottage in a great location.

Everything was as expected and very comfortable indeed. We felt like Keswick locals for the week and enjoyed many fell walks and other activities out the front door (bike hire, paddle boarding). It's also really easy to get out of Keswick so we had a couple of days out in the car to great fells around Grasmere, Thirlmere and Buttermere. Ideal base for an active break - would highly recommend. Thank you!

We loved staying at The Cats Bield it was so central for everything and the parking was a real bonus.

The property was clear and had everything we needed. We humans loved the wine, milk and biscuits and the dogs loved their treats too. Hattie was sorry she chewed the dog blanket whilst chewing her antler but hopes you liked the replacements. Keswick is our favourite place and we visit every year for a week and shorter breaks throughout the year, it’s so dog friendly and the walking is fabulous.

Fabulous cottage we've stayed here a few times now, as always a brilliant stay, spotlessly clean and really well maintained.

Great location, one minutes walk into town for all the many shops, pubs and restaurants.

Lovely property in the centre of Keswick with parking, a great find.

Lovely welcome pack with special treats, a bed and towels just for the dog. Really comfortable beds with lovely bedding. Two good showers in the bathrooms. Very well equipped kitchen with a handy utility room with sink to clean up after a day out walking in the rain. The owners have put a lot of thought into the property and it shows. Will be back.

Fantastic stay, second time staying here!

Fantastic location for exploring the town lake and surrounding areas. The parking space is a bonus, we left the car there all week and took advantage of the £2 bus! The cottage is well equipped with everything you could possibly need. We all ejoyed the welcome gifts for us, especially the dog! We would definitely return again in the future!

The place was lovely and clean.

All amenities you need. Great central location. A welcome pack with milk to make your first cuppa with. Opposite and in front of both supermarkets. Good walks around the Derwent. I would say the only slightly negative thing was accessibility for parking. Getting a big car in a tight space was no mean feet! But there was an option to park nearby. We chose to limit going out in the car too often. All in all, a lovely time.

Lovely clean, comfortable cottage with everything we needed.

Great location

Excellent accommodation and perfectly situated and equipped.

We had a lovely stay as a family of 4 here.

Centrally located so ideal for exploring the town. Warm, clean and spacious with all the required facilities. We found the utility space excellent for hiking gear. The only downside was parking the allocated space and access to it as it was too difficult for me to access in a slightly larger than average car meaning the car had to be left on a nearby long term pay and display instead. That said we loved the cottage and would love to go back.

The cottage is beautiful and has everything you could need.

Situated close to all amenities in Keswick . The Yorktown attic sitting room was a lovely surprise! It is great to have a parking spot , however getting in and out of ideas challenging! But a great cottage we loved our stay.

Such a wonderful house, perfectly positioned for me.

Thank you very much. I hope to revisit.

We absolutely loved The Cats Bield!

The cottage was very well equipped, it was super clean and wonderfully warm and cosy. On arrival we where greeted with wine, biscuits, dog treats, Christmas crackers and lovely Christmas tree all of which where lovely touches that we very much appreciated. The cottage has a great location with simple access to all that Keswick has to offer and the parking space behind the house is a real benefit. We had a great New Years holiday here and will be booking to return again soon as we can. The Cats Bield really is perfect in every way. Thank you to the owners for making your cottage so welcoming and so very dog friendly! Andy, Kerry, Pepper Potts & Hearing Dog Mac.

An absolute gem of a cottage in the heart of Keswick.

Everything about this place is just great and even more so with the extra bits for the dogs who stay here too. We would love to come back here.

We had a perfect stay we have never stayed anywhere so comfortable and welcoming and we have stayed in lots thanks for our welcome pack and Rascal loved his treats and bed think we are going to have to buy him one we could not have asked for more and will definitely be booking again.

Lovely cottage, very clean, the owners had dogs towels for our dogs, and bowls which was great.

all what we wanted thank you

Great cottage with everything you need for a break in the lakes.

Very central location with easy access to all that Keswick has to offer.

Perfect location for exploring Keswick, excellent instructions for arrival and parking, some nice extra touches like milk, biscuits and wine!

!! Loved the attention to detail of the cats here and there.

We've stayed here a few times now because it's perfect!

Parking, dog friendly, great location and very well maintained property which sadly can't be said about a lot of the holiday cottages. Lovely cosy living room, huge kitchen diner with the added bonus of a utility room for drying off the dogs and muddy boots. Beds super comfy, fab power shower. Yes it's on the main road but no noise issues at all. The wonderful owners have thought of everything to make it a perfect stay and we all enjoyed the treats they very kindly left for our arrival.

Had a wonderful week in Keswick, the cottage has everything you need and has a character of its own the snug was very cosy and a nice place to go and check out routes for the following day.

The welcome goodies for both humans and dogs was greatly appreciated. Great advice for the parking and recommend you follow the guidelines first before attempting to park. Would definitely recommend as a great place to stay for checking out the North of the Lakes. Terrific holiday and great place to stay….would recommend The Cats Bield.

The en-suite shower room needs attention.

The glass shelf above the small sink makes it virtually impossible to wash your face as you can’t lean over the sink. Would be nice if it was moved to the side. And the extraction fan in there was very dirty. But otherwise a great property, fab location and excellent facilities and comfort

Great location for walking into Keswick - opposite Co-op & Booths behind.

Several takeaways within 2 mins walk along with quite a few pubs! The cottage was very clean - nice to have 2 bathrooms. Slight downside - can be busy as you are on the main road into town. Also the parking space is fairly tight (behind the cottage) we have an XC40 which was ok - not a problem for us as we leave the car - walk or catch the bus!

Cat’s Bield is a lovely property.

A lot of care and attention had been given in order to make the stay as comfortable as possible from the lovely welcome gifts to the comfortable beds and bedding to the provision of everything that we needed in the kitchen and keeping everything clean. It had a very home from home feel. It was worth going to look at the parking space, as recommended, before trying to park. We had 2 cars with us and managed to park the larger one but didn’t move it all week. The 2nd had a roof box and wouldn’t fit under the arch at the side in order to get round the back, which might have been a problem if we hadn’t checked it beforehand. It did mean we had to unload from the car park at the Co op. We didn’t have any problem finding street parking a little further out, although we are familiar with Keswick. All in all we had a great holiday and would happily return and stay there again. Thank you.

This was our 4th stay at the Cats Bield and was very enjoyable as always.

It's a lovely property in a great location in Keswick (within a few minutes walking distance of the main supermarket, the bus station and the town centre) and is the perfect place to explore the Lakes. The property was very clean and tidy as usual and we enjoyed the welcome pack of biscuits on our arrival (and milk in the fridge). Our 2 Bichon Frise (Jake & Buddy) were also catered for with beds, blankets and treats for them which they really enjoyed. Overall we really enjoyed our stay here again and very much hope to be back for another stay in the future. Many thanks!

Fabulous location.

Property clean and comfortable with added thoughtful touches such as milk and biscuits left for us. Wonderful to have parking. We will definitely book again.

This was our second stay and we we're all delighted with our treat the owner left for us and the dogs.

It's great to have on site parking, we didn't have any problems parking a medium car if you follow the instructions and reverse in it's much easier to get in and out. The cottage was very clean and we had everything we needed, the showers are both powerful and much needed after a long walk. It's super cosy in the living room with the fire on too. The bedrooms are both a good size and really comfy beds. We had a fabulous stay and we'll definitely be back. Thank you to the owners.

Very clean and comfortable property with all the equipment you require for an enjoyable weeks holiday, even dog beds, bowls and towels provided.

The beds and living room furniture very comfortable On our arrival the owners had left a very thoughtful welcome pack for humans and dogs, much appreciated The property is handy for shops, eateries and bus station , but also has easy access to many walks. Would definitely recommend Cats Bield

Our sixth or so stay in Cat's Bield.

Perfect for us and Teddy, our Border Terrier. We will stay again.

The cottage was in a great location and so glad for a parking spot.

It was warm, with great facilities, everything you would need and a welcome pack which was lovely. The attic room was an extra bonus. The owners also provided towels and bed for our dog which is rare so again that was gratefully received. Would definitely recommend this property.

Had a fantastic stay at the Cats Bield!

Great location, clean, comfortable and extremely dog friendly! Has everything you could possibly need and more- will definitely be booking again!

Had a lovely week staying in Keswick the cottage is lovely cosy and clean , extra touches were much appreciated by the dogs and ourselves, will definitely be back.

Wonderful cosy cottage, perfectly situated in Keswick.

Close to shops, wonderful dog friendly pubs and coffee shops and stunning walks from the door. It was brilliant to have parking in the town behind the cottage and we have booked again already.

Super accommodation, had everything you could need.

Great location close to everything. Dogs well catered for with beds/blankets/bowls and treats. Made to feel at home straight away with welcome gifts. Would definitely recommend.

Lovely place to stay and a lovely welcome pack

We had another great holiday staying in this cottage.

This year our granddaughter came with us and were supplied with a lovely cot and highchair. Our dog was also very welcome with a lovely bed and treats waiting on her arrival! I would recommend the The Cats Bield as it is not just a holiday cottage but feels like a home. Another lovely holiday for us all.

We had a lovely 2 night stay at the cottage.

It was brilliantly located and the amenities were superb. Everything you could need was available and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We would highly recommend and would definitely return.

Super stay great location and cottage was lovely.

Great touch with the wine milk and biscuits, it was totally dog friendly and our Bobby (the pooch) settled in straight away. Deffo a return some time soon

Excellent cottage, well equipped, comfortable, pleasing decor and great location.

We did not find parking our car difficult at all and having stayed in another rental in Keswick with no parking we appreciated the convenience of having a private car parking space. The price was reasonable and competitive, compared to other (in our opinion) overpriced properties, which means we will very likely be booking again in the future.

Rated as dog friendly, however it has no outside area for the dogs so you have to take them out for a walk any time you wish to let them outside etc.

Not aloud to leave the dogs unattended at any point even to go straight over the road to the shop for 2mins without receiving complaints, almost as if we were being watched. Car parking was not as described, need to be confident manoeuvring your car or the parking situation doesn’t work to well specially when other are staying in the neighbouring cottages. Nice views from the cottage and conveniently placed with access to many shops, restaurants and walks.

Excellent location for all that Keswick has to offer.

would recommend as a great place to stay in the lake district will deff be back

This cottage had everything you could possibly need, absolutely perfect.

Our dog(Harry) was well catered for and he settled in quickly. We liked it that much we've booked it again for next year.

The property was immaculate it was well equipped and spacious.

Having an en suite was very handy. The location was just perfect for walking into Keswick town and visiting other attractions. The parking was not a problem once the neighbour kindly repositioned. We really enjoyed this holiday so much and haven’t stopped thinking about planning our next stay.

Great central position.

Lovely attention given to doggie guests with dog beds, towels, treats and bowls. Welcome biscuits and wine for the humans. Everything you’d need in the kitchen and more too. A great holiday base.

Our 2nd stay, the house is great with everything you need plus extras.

Just be aware the house is on a busy main road and parking is tight but comes as a bonus with an excellent location.

Great house great location only slight problem was very tight parking

The Cats bield is a fab place to stay.

Perfectly positioned for everything you need. Close to shops pubs etc. Dogs loved there cosy beds and treats. Everything clean and lovely touch with the wine and biscuits. Thanks so much. Will definitely return.

Lovely dog friendly cottage.

Spotlessly clean, good quality fixtures and fittings and extremely well equipped . Owners left treats for our little Westie and wine and biscuits for the humans. Ideally situated for all Keswick has to offer. Cottage has parking which is rare... but you have to be good at negotiating the entrance and reverse parking! My husband managed but I would have struggled! All in all a lovely property.

Perfect location.

Thoroughly enjoyed Keswick… lots of lovely restaurants/bars all within walking distance from the property. Lots of great walks, everywhere was dog friendly including the property. We will definitely return and recommend to all. The free parking bay was an additional perk. Thank you x

Lovely cosy cottage that was spotlessly clean and with some lovely touches provided by the owners for both ourselves and our dogs.

The climbers loft attic is a great unique addition to relax in and unwind after a good walk. Would recommend.

Lovely quirky cosy cottage.

Wine, biscuits and dog treats a lovely touch.

A great stay, a lovely house centrally located and very dog friendly with extra space for wet kit.

We found the house had everything we wanted and needed inc a dog bed, treats, milk and a bottle of wine. The shower is amazing in the en suite, the bed comfy and the living room relaxing and the kitchen all you need and a relaxing place. The living room has a gas fire which was nice. We had a really relaxing time and enjoyed the house as did the dog. I think new holiday makers would benefit from a diagram of the parking including instructions before arriving, the current ones are vague which causes confusion and Coop car park is usually full post check in time. The information LL supplied all stated 10am check out (as other companies have reverted back to the original times) but inside had a covid note stating 9am which lead to us packing whilst the owners arrived. The traffic noise from the main road is quite bad, the deliveries across the road at Coop and load cars going past all night. Tbh we didn't realise when booking the house directly on the main road. As a two bed house you might struggle if more than 1 car, the overnight parking at coop doesn't kick in until 9pm and the rugby club is not very secure for over night use. I would say the house could do with a Keswick parking permit either for an extra car or drivers who are not confident on getting into tight spaces or indeed bigger cars. Overall a very good house, everything you need and more and very dog friendly

This is our 4th annual visit.

Having recommended the cottage to our neighbours. We viewed it in a different light, and thought it would benefit from freshening up.

Third time we have stayed at Cats Bield and we will stay again.

Comfortable and welcoming at any time of year.

The location is superb.

We didn't mind the parking. It wasn't a problem. The bottle of wine and box of biscuits was a very welcome surprise. Fitz Park was a handy short walk (for the dogs). Another nice surprise was Netflix on the TV. After a long day out, we all enjoyed a film in the late evening.

What a delightful place to stay.

Our dogs were made to feel very welcome and the wine and biscuits were a nice touch. Felt like a home-from-home.

The cottage is great and extremely well equipped, was very clean and very dog friendly.

Everything was provided, biscuits, coffee, milk, even hand wash and gel, strangely no hairdryer but it is a well appointed cottage. Unfortunately the outside space was hugely disappointing, it is a communal area for car parking and bins. Dog needs to be on a lead from the second the back door is open. The parking was challenging, and as our neighbour had an estate car even more so.

the parking was virtually impossible , don't think its fair to advertise the property with parking

We really enjoyed our stay, its hard thinking of where to go and worries about the pandemic are certainly on our minds when travelling.

We found the accommodation reassuringly clean and booking was super easy. Keswick as a town have good control lots of hand sanitiser in the shops and restaurants, staff very reassuring and clear when explaining covid rules and many eateries had outdoor covered tables, even the market had a one way system and so we as tourists felt safe and that we were keeping the locals safe. Would visit again and book with lake lovers plenty of outdoor activities and fresh air so easy to feel safe and comfortable in these very uncertain times. If you're debating whether to book with the lake lovers do not..just book you won't regret it.

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We loved The Cats Bield - beautiful cottage in a fabulously central position. Making access to all of Keswick, really easy. The only downside was that we took our dog on his first holiday but the yard wasn’t enclosed so we had to keep him on a lead each time he needed to go out. It would have been good to have known this on the listing. The parking is tight but very secure with the ability to get close to the back door to unpack.

The cottage was better than we expected, everything we could have possibly needed was available, a real hone from home.

The location was perfect close to the town centre, across the road from a shop and lots of walks close by.