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The Fold

Keswick, Cumbria

A charming detached bungalow for two in a quiet Keswick cul-de-sac, a level walk from the town centre, with a wood burner, an enclosed garden and three dogs welcome.

A leisurely walk through the park and beside the River Greta takes you from The Fold into the centre of Keswick, about 0.5 miles away and level all the way. This charming detached bungalow sits in a quiet cul-de-sac, and a couple and up to three dogs will find it a calm, dog friendly hideaway, with everything on one floor.

The entrance hall is the place for wiping off muddy paws and stowing boots. A gas fire and a Smart TV make the spacious lounge cosy, and in the kitchen a range cooker shares the room with a wood burner, which makes it the warm heart of the house on a Lakeland evening, three dogs stretched out by the stove while supper cooks. A handy utility room is alongside, and the restful double bedroom and the pretty bathroom complete the bungalow.

Outside, the enclosed garden is a pretty one, surrounded by mature flowering shrubs, with a lawn and a patio furnished for a morning coffee or a meal outdoors. There is a shed for bikes too. Three dogs on the grass and a couple on the patio with the paper is the picture here.

Keswick has museums, the theatre and a fine choice of restaurants, pubs and cafes. The shores of Derwentwater invite leisurely strolls with the dogs, and the lake is 1 mile from the door, with launches from the marina for a more scenic trip. When the dogs want the high fells, Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere make fine days out.

We research every description carefully and believe it to be accurate, but details can change. Please confirm anything important, especially dog rules, with the booking agent or property owner before you book.

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from £530 for 7 nights

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At a Glance

Dogs Welcome
3 dogs
Enclosed Garden
Yes
Enclosed garden with patio and outdoor furniture, lawned area and shed for bike storage | Private parking for 1 car Pub and shop within 0
Sleeps
2 guests
Rooms
1 bedroom, 1 bathroom
Price
from £530 / 7 nights
Grading
4 star
Arrival
in from 16:00, out by 10:00
Facilities
Open fire, Wifi

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is The Fold dog friendly?

    The Fold is dog friendly in the most committed sense — it welcomes up to three dogs, which is more than most places in Keswick manage. There's an enclosed garden of lawn and patio for them to enjoy, a dedicated hall space for muddy paws at the front door, and a utility room to handle the rest of the wet kit.

  • Are dogs allowed at The Fold year round?

    The listing doesn't specify seasonal restrictions, and The Fold is set up in a way that strongly suggests year-round use — a wood burner in the kitchen and a gas fire in the lounge make it a genuinely warm bolthole in colder months. It's worth confirming directly with the owner if you're planning an off-season trip.

  • What should I know before visiting The Fold with my dog?

    The Fold takes up to three dogs and has clearly been arranged with wet, muddy animals in mind — the hall handles paws at the door, the utility room takes damp kit, and the wood burner in the kitchen (with its hard floor) is the warmest room in the house, perfect for drying off after a day out. The enclosed garden is fully level, as is the route into Keswick along the River Greta, so it works well for dogs who struggle with steps or steep terrain. For bigger days out, Skiddaw and Blencathra are right on the doorstep.

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