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Clarence House

14 Eskin Street, Keswick CA12 4dQ, England
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Hatherleigh, United Kingdom
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6 reviews 6 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2013 NEW

We stayed at Clarence House for 4 nights in May. We have stayed in Keswick several times before but since discovering Clarence House we wouldn't stay anywhere else. This was our second visit since Richard & Karen took over. We cannot recommend them and Clarence House highly enough!! They are both so warm and welcoming. The high standards are reflected... More

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Richard L, Owner at Clarence House, responded to this review
24 May 2013

Dear Maz Thank you so much for this lovely review, it's very kind of you and we do value the feedback a great deal. It was nice to see you both again and we were very impressed with how much you walked and got about the local area. It is so satisfying for us to see our guests make the... More

Woodford Green, Essex
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11 reviews 11 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Stayed one night for a couple of days walking. Richard and Karen were perfect hosts and extremely welcoming. Everywhere is decorated and appointed to exceptional standard. Fantastically comfortable bed. Would definitely go back.

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Richard L, Owner at Clarence House, responded to this review
23 May 2013

Thank you very much for these kind words. We're so glad you enjoyed your short stay with us and hope that your planned walks also went well. Please come back and see us again in the near future. Best wishes Karen & Richard More

Mandurah, Australia
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21 reviews 21 reviews
19 hotel reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Stayed here for 3 nights in May. Very warm welcome from our hosts Richard and Karen. Also received email with directions to the property. Room was very well appointed. Spacious, very clean. Tea making, hair dryer, wifi, small tv. Functional ensuite bathroom with very nice shower. High quality linen on the bed which was very comfortable. Convenient location in easy... More

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Richard L, Owner at Clarence House, responded to this review
19 May 2013

We really appreciate your kind words in this review and coming from such experienced and knowledgeable travelers we take it as a real compliment. It was a genuine pleasure for us to have such nice guests such as yourselves and should your travels ever bring you past this way again please call in. Good luck with the rest of your... More

Bridgnorth, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013 NEW

Following 4 nights accommodation @ Clarence House, it's a pleasure for us to provide a top recommendation for anyone to stay there. Our twin room (Room 2) was much better than we expected ie good size, great decor and quality furnishings - providing everything (and more) that we needed. Excellent breakfast and prompt, friendly service every morning with lots of... More

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Richard L, Owner at Clarence House, responded to this review
19 May 2013

Dear Andy Thank you for posting this review so soon after returning home, it's very thoughtful of you. We're really pleased that you and Marg enjoyed your stay at Clarence House and your return to the Lakes after a few years gap. You certainly clocked up some miles walking whilst here in Keswick - which is just great and we... More

Gloucester, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

Posting on behalf of my parents, Julie and Derek, who have just returned from 3 nights at Clarence House - 'Warm, welcoming B&B, very friendly and helpful. Very knowledgeable on the area and hotel only a short walk from town. Clean, fresh, good sized room (room 6), hearty breakfast (lovely fresh homemade fruit salad and cereal followed by a full... More

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Richard L, Owner at Clarence House, responded to this review
12 May 2013

Dear Julie & Derek. Thank you so much for coming stay with us and for recommending us to other visitors. We're really pleased that the breakfasts and your room were to your liking and hope you will come and visit us again in the future. Kind regards Karen & Richard More

Doncaster, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

This is the second time we have stayed with Richard and Karen and once again they were the perfect hosts. we again stopped in room 3 for 5 nights in March the room was immaculate. The whole of the guest house has been refurbished and it has an high quality finish. As we have been to Keswick many times before... More

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Richard L, Owner at Clarence House, responded to this review
8 May 2013

Dear Ron Thanks very much for posting this review. It was lovely to see you and Jo again, having such friendly and considerate guests makes our job a real pleasure - feels more like old friends coming to stay! As you know we haven't been trading for a full year yet but it's so nice that people are coming back... More

Sheffield, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Having stayed at the Clarence for 3 nights, we can definately say we would recommend the Clarence and would return. Richard and Karen are great hosts and very attentive to your requirements.Breakfasts were delicious and plentyfull - ready for a days walk. Good quality furniture and bedding in this well decorated home.

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Richard L, Owner at Clarence House, responded to this review
6 May 2013

Dear Jan Thank you for posting this kind review, we appreciate it very much. It was lovely to have you and Allan and your friends Ann & Peter staying with us and we are really pleased that your time at Clarence House was an enjoyable one. Please come and see us again. Thanks again and best wishes Karen & Richard More

Aviemore, United Kingdom
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39 reviews 39 reviews
25 hotel reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 May 2013

We have just returned from a 3 night stay at Clarence House. Richard and Karen made us very welcome and the location of their Guest House is perfect. Quiet, but only a short walk from the centre of the town. Richard helped with suggestions for places to visit for walking and even lent us guide books for the area. Karen... More

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Richard L, Owner at Clarence House, responded to this review
4 May 2013

We're so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Clarence House and that the location worked so well for you. We are very grateful for this kind review, it means a lot to us, especially from people with such a thorough knowledge of the hospitality business. It would be lovely to see you both again and we wish you loads... More

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013

Richard and Karen, the lovely owners, made my friend and I so welcome on our recent stay in Keswick. They have taken a great deal of care in furnishing and decorating their beautiful home. The bedrooms have quality oak furniture and the Egyptian cotton bedding guarantees a good night's sleep. Breakfasts were lovely and they couldn't have been more concerned... More

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Richard L, Owner at Clarence House, responded to this review
30 April 2013

Dear Joyce, It so kind of you to take the trouble to post this great review and we are very grateful. We are so pleased to hear that you and Margaret enjoyed your stay with us and found Clarence House very much to your liking. The refurbishment project last year was quite an exhausting time for us but lovely guests... More

Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013

This is a brilliant B&B to stay at with lovely, helpful owners who can't do enough to ensure you have a great stay. The rooms are really clean, comfortable and have everything in you need for a stay away from home. Its central, but quiet location to Keswick is ideal for access to all the activities taking place there. I... More

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Richard L, Owner at Clarence House, responded to this review
22 April 2013

Thanks for posting this review and for recommending us, we appreciate it so much. We get many positive comments from our visitors about our location, which as you say is nice and quiet but only an easy 5 minute walk from the centre of town. Looking forward to your next visit. Thanks again and best wishes Richard & Karen More

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Also Known As:
Clarence House Keswick, Lake District
Address: 14 Eskin Street, Keswick CA12 4dQ, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > Cumbria > Lake District > Keswick
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Ranked #14 of 175 B&Bs / Inns in Keswick
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Karen and Richard welcome you to Clarence House. A fine detached victorian guest house, recently refurbished to offer a high standard of accommodation. Friendly, clean and comfortable. Conveniently located in a quiet residential location but just 5 minutes walk from Keswick town centre and 10 minutes from the lake.All rooms have been completely refurbished and are now decorated and furnished in a smart and relaxing style. They all offer quality oak and pine furniture, generous hospitality trays and free broadband WiFi.Breakfast is served in the spacious and attarctive dining room, complete with victorian fireplace. Guests can choose from a number of breakfast options as well as help-yourself cereals, juices, yoghurts and fruit. ... more   less 

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