Dolly Waggon Guest House - Keswick (Cumbria)

Adults-only guest house with daily special breakfasts featuring local ingredients in Keswick, Cumbria

Breakfast & Dining

Dolly Waggon Guest House Keswick offers daily special breakfast dishes that emphasize local ingredients. Guests pre-order by 8pm the previous evening, choosing from cooked options including vegetarian with two types of veggie sausage. Homemade treats are provided regularly within guest rooms, and the breakfast room also provides cereals, fruit, yoghurt, and toast.

Location & Activities

The guest house is located 2 miles from Derwentwater Lake and 5 miles from Cat Bells, with Buttermere 11 mile away and Lake Windermere 25 miles away. Guests have access to cycling routes directly from the guest house, and the property is a 5-minute walk to Keswick town centre and Fitz Park. Nearby attractions include Theatre by the Lake and the Lake District National Park Entrance.

Guest Services & Personal Touches

Hosts Paul and Vanessa provide engagement with local culture through expert advice and guidance, including printed route maps and bus timetables. Guests receive keys for independent access throughout their stay, and luggage storage is available. Dietary needs are catered to, with options for vegan and gluten-free breakfasts.

Accommodations & Views

Each of the en-suite rooms at Dolly Waggon offers views of Skiddaw and Catbells from the guest house. Complimentary toiletries, bathrobes, and a well-stocked hospitality tray with biscuits and bottled water are provided. Rooms include a flat-screen TV and are decorated to a high standard as noted in guest reviews.

Sustainability & Eco-Practices

Dolly Waggon Guest House implements environmentally conscious practices in hotel operations. The property uses smoke alarms and fire extinguishers for safety, and daily housekeeping is provided. Parking is available on the street nearby, with Keswick's main car parks a 5-minute walk away.

• Breakfast: Daily special dishes with local ingredients & homemade treats
• Location: 2 miles from Derwentwater, 5-min walk to Keswick centre
• Rooms: En-suite with views of Skiddaw and Catbells, flat-screen TV
• Guest Services: Local culture advice, luggage storage, dietary accommodations
• Eco-Friendly: Environmentally conscious operations
• Activities: Direct cycling access from the guest house