Fern Howe Guest House enjoys a location in Keswick, 22 miles from Askham Hall and 26 miles from World of Beatrix Potter. This recently renovated guest house is located 4.5 miles from Derwentwater and 7.9 miles from Buttermere. There's a sun terrace and guests can access free Wifi and free private parking. At the guest house, each unit is fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. The guest house features some units with mountain views, and every unit has a kettle. At the guest house, the units have a seating area. Buffet and à la carte breakfast options with warm dishes, fruit, and juice are available each morning at the guest house. Guests at Fern Howe Guest House will be able to enjoy activities in and around Keswick, like cycling and hiking. Guests can also relax in the shared lounge area. Lake Windermere is 30 miles from the accommodation, while Whinlatter Forest Park is 2.8 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 81 miles from Fern Howe Guest House.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
and
1 bunk bed
1 twin bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • J
    United States of America United States of America
    Very well-kept property with friendly staff and clean, newly renovated facilities. Excellent breakfast cooked to order, and thoughtful cakes provided in the afternoon. Very nice amenities, tourist literature, etc.
  • Bryan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excelent breakfast; clean room; well kept; nice lounge; good parking; cake for guests in afternoon is a nice addition
  • Viktor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It was a nice and cosy place to stay. It was value for money. It is close enough to the lake and hiking places. Definitely recommend it to everyone!

Managed by Fern Howe Guest House

Company review score: 9.6Based on 362 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Fern Howe Guest House is situated within the picturesque village of Braithwaite, 2.5 miles from the popular market town of Keswick in the beautiful Lake District National Park. Fern Howe is set in the perfect location for families, cyclists, walkers, photographers and artists alike, with the vast array of local attractions on offer. Fern Howe provides high quality accommodation and locally sourced and free range food, drink and toiletries where possible to ensure that guests have a relaxing and comfortable stay. Due to the elevated position of the property within the village, most guest rooms have views out to the fells of Skiddaw, Latrigg and Blencathra, with the remaining rooms having views out to Fern Howe's garden and red squirrel protected woodland, with the exception of one courtyard view room.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Fern Howe Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Shared lounge/TV area
    • Baggage storage
    Front Desk Services
    • Invoice provided
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    • Board games/puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key card access
    General
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

    Fern Howe Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    Check-out

    From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    Children 17 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    0 - 4 years
    Crib upon request
    £10 per child, per night

    Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    Age restriction

    The minimum age for check-in is 18

    Mastercard Visa Cash Fern Howe Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Quiet hours

    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    Please advise at time of booking of any dietary requirements.

    Please inform Fern Howe Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

    Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

    FAQs about Fern Howe Guest House

    • Fern Howe Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Cycling
      • Hiking

    • Room options at Fern Howe Guest House include:

      • Double
      • Twin
      • Single
      • Family

    • Fern Howe Guest House is 2.2 miles from the center of Keswick. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Check-in at Fern Howe Guest House is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

    • Guests staying at Fern Howe Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

      • Continental
      • Full English/Irish
      • Vegetarian
      • Vegan
      • Gluten-free
      • Buffet
      • À la carte

    • The prices at Fern Howe Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.