Powe House Bed & Breakfast - Portinscale

4-star historic hotel in Portinscale with on-site water sports facilities

Historic Building

Powe House Keswick is set in an 18th-century Georgian building that retains its original character and high ceilings. The property offers a shared lounge with a TV area and a garden where guests can relax. This bed and breakfast combines historic charm with access to Derwentwater Lake, 5 km away.

Guest Rooms

Rooms at Powe House Portinscale include private bathrooms with L'Occitane toiletries and powerful showers. Some rooms have patios with direct access to the garden and mountain views toward Skiddaw. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen TV, an electric kettle, and a wardrobe with heating.

On-Site Amenities

Powe House offers free private parking and accessible parking for guests arriving by car. The property provides a bar fridge on the landing for guest use and a cafeteria-style breakfast service. Free WiFi is available throughout the building, and the breakfast is rated highly by guests for its variety and quality.

Outdoor Adventures

Water sports facilities are available on-site at Powe House, allowing guests to canoe or fish directly from the property. The surrounding area offers cycling routes, and the hotel provides advice on walking trails to Cat Bells and Buttermere. Guests can also access Go Ape Whinlatter Forest Park, a short drive from the hotel.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Powe House is located in Portinscale, a 20-minute walk from Keswick along a country path. Derwentwater Lake is 5 km away, and Cat Bells is 4.8 km from the property. The hotel is a 10-minute drive from the Lake District National Park and close to the Honister Rambler bus route for Wainwright bagging.

• Location: Quiet village, 20-minute walk to Keswick, near Derwentwater
• Rooms: Some with mountain views and patio to garden
• Dining: Full English breakfast with fresh fruit and yogurt options
• Activities: On-site water sports, canoeing, fishing, cycling
• Historic: 18th-century Georgian building with high ceilings
• Parking: Free private parking available on-site
• Target Audience: Nature enthusiasts and couples seeking outdoor adventure