Escape the everyday: Relax at Goodwin Guest House B&B

Centrally located Keswick Guesthouse/B&B with En-suite Rooms

Welcome to Goodwin House in Keswick, a tranquil bed and breakfast situated within a conservation area in the Lake District National Park, a renowned World Heritage Site. Only a short walk from the town centre and the Derwentwater, our location offers the perfect blend of convenience and serenity.

Hosts and owners Chris & Liz promise to deliver a warm welcome, exceptional hospitality, and an outstanding breakfast to kickstart your day. After a peaceful night’s sleep in one of our six comfortably furnished rooms, you’ll wake refreshed and ready for your day.

Our accommodations include three double rooms named Derwentwater, Catbells, and Skiddaw, each equipped with a king size bed and compact private en suite bathroom. Additionally, we have two single rooms, Blencathra and Latrigg, and a twin room, Walla Crag, all have a private compact en suite bathroom.

Our diverse breakfast menu features traditional Cumbrian options sourced from local suppliers as well as healthier options plus vegetarian and vegan alternatives.   Guests with special dietary needs, we’re more than happy to cater for – just let us know in advance

Located on Southey Street at the junction with Church Street, Goodwin House was built between 1880-1885 during the Victorian period by the Lowther family. They named the property after the Bishop of Carlisle, Harvey Goodwin. We look forward to welcoming you to this historic B&B haven.

At A Glance

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    6 bedrooms all with compact en-suite shower rooms

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    Car parking available free on the street

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    Full English breakfast included with vegetarian, vegan and special diets catered for

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    Packed lunches and *evening meals available (*on selected nights)

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    3 minute walk to vibrant town centre and fell walks right from our front door

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    Free wi-fi

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    No children - Over 18s only

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    Sorry, no pets

Our B&B Rooms at Goodwin House

At Goodwin Guest House, we offer six well-appointed en-suite rooms, each carefully designed with your comfort in mind. Each room is equipped with modern amenities to ensure a restful stay. Our three double rooms, named Derwentwater, Catbells, and Skiddaw, each feature a comfortable king-size bed, providing a spacious setting for couples or individuals who appreciate extra space.

For the solo travellers, we have two charming single rooms, Blencathra and Latrigg, and for guests who prefer separate beds, our Walla Crag room has twin beds. Each of these rooms comes with a private compact en-suite bathroom, adding an extra layer of convenience to your stay. No matter your preference or need, Goodwin House offers a room that feels just like home.





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Keswick launch on Derwentwater

At the entrance to Keswick Launch on Derwentwater

Keswick launch and rowing boats for hire only 10 minute walk from Goodwin Guest House and bed and breakfast in Keswick

Keswick launch and rowing boats for hire only 10 minute walk from Goodwin Guest House and bed and breakfast in Keswick

Look deep into nature on the walking trails of Whinlatter Forest a great place to visit while staying Goodwin Guest House and Bed & Breakfast in Keswick

Look deep into nature on the walking trails of Whinlatter Forest a great place to visit while staying Goodwin Guest House and Bed & Breakfast in Keswick

Armathwaite Hall a lovely venue for fine dining only 20 minute drive from Goodwin Guest House and bed and breakfast in Keswick.

Armathwaite Hall at Bassenthwaite a lovely venue for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, fine dining and only 20 minute drive from Goodwin Guest House and bed and breakfast in Keswick.

On the trail walk from Goodwin Guest House and bed and breakfast in Keswick I came across this bee working its way across the thistles

On a trail walk from Goodwin Guest House and bed and breakfast in Keswick I came across this bee working its way across the thistle

Derwenwater pier with motor boats to hire. A short walk from Goodwin Guest House in Keswick (Bed & Breakfast)

A short walk from Goodwin Guest House to Derwentwater you can hire boats from the Keswick Launch Company

Blackberry picking time Goodwin Guest House Bed and Breakfast in Keswick

It’s that time of year again when the Blackberry’s are ripe and reach the point of being picked. Blackberrys are always a nice accompaniment in our fresh fruit salad provided for breakfast.

Aug 2024 Derwentwater view to Catbells with runners Goodwin Guest House Bed and Breakfast in Keswick

It’s been a lovely few days of weather in Keswick. On an early morning walk I captured this lovely view of Catbells across Derwentwater

Great Wood Trail walk from Goodwin Guest House, bed and breakfast in Keswick, a beautiful femal red deer called a hind

CAN YOU SEE HER ? On the trail walk through Great Wood yesterday a beautiful female red deer. She casually walked off after we had observed each other for a few minutes. A state of profound serenity was experienced in that moment of time.

Goodwin House painting by Shellys Art Studio in America

A special unexpected gift from a guest. A painting of Goodwin House. Thank you to Shelleys Art Studio in America

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Summer Solstice 2024 at Castlerigg Stone Circle 04.40hrs with view of Blencathra

Escape the everyday and relax at Goodwin Guest House Bed & Breakfast in Keswick

‘ ESCAPE THE EVERYDAY’ Our theme for 2024 is to help you escape the everyday and relax. 20 minutes walk away from Goodwin House you will find the location shown in the picture with this post. These are views of Derwentwater, Catbells, Barrow Fell and Causey Pike.

Heaven on Earth & Perfect in Every way

‘Heaven on Earth’ & ‘Perfect in every way’. as recently described on Trip Advisor by our guests

Latrigg view of Braithwaite Barrow Fell Causey Pike and Grisedale Pike

We had a lovely 11.8km run this week from Goodwin Guest House in Keswick along part of the Threlkeld Railway Path and back in via Latrigg giving this lovely view of Barrow Fell, Causey Pike, Grisedale Pike and Braithwaite

Goodwin Guest House VG Breakfast Smashed avocado with toasted pumpkins seeds roasted red peppers sauteed mushrooms hash brown grilled vine tomato and baked beans

Our new vegan (VG) breakfast for 2024

Goodwin Guest House in Keswick Lake District B & B Vegetarian V Breakfast Halloumi Roasted red pepper Hash Brown Grilled Tomato Sauteed Mushrooms Baked Beans Poach Eggs

Our new vegetarian (V) breakfast for 2024

Little Shop of Horrors at Theatre by the Lake Mar 24

As Ambassadors for Theatre by the Lake we went to the opening night of Little Shop of Horrors this week.A great evening and performance. The show runs from 27/3/24 to 20/04/24. If you stay with us don’t forget we can give you a discount code for tickets.

The Square Orange Tapas

A recent evening out with friends at The Square Orange Cafe & Bar Keswick. Dining with lovely tapas at a lovely venue

Goodwin Guest House in Keswick Lake District B & B Packed lunches to go made to order available with a variety of fillings

Our great value packed lunches are made to order and come with a variety of filling choices. Only £5.50

Barrow Fell Keswick Cumbria as view from Howrahs Way

Recent capture of a lovely snowy view of Barrow Fell from Howrahs Way

Catbells as viewed from Howrahs Way

A lovely March walk taking in Catbells as viewed from Howrahs Way. This is a pathway from Keswick to Portinscale

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Our roasted Vegetable Tagine served with pomeganate cous cous and flat bread is a winner with all our guests.

Poppy says 'Calm down. Life is too short to worry about the small stuff'

Poppy says ‘Calm down. Life is too short to worry about the small stuff’

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Derwent Folds – What an oasis of natural calm. Next time I must bring a book and a flask!

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Best Baklava in #Cumbria, at Aspava in #Cockermouth. Yummy-yum!