Skiddaw Croft Bed & Breakfast - Portinscale

Bed & Breakfast with Derwentwater views and award-worthy homemade breakfasts in Portinscale

Rooms with Lake and Fell Views

Skiddaw Croft Bed & Breakfast Portinscale provides rooms that look out onto Derwentwater and the surrounding fells. The King Room with Lake and Fell Views includes two lounge seats in the bay window and a pair of binoculars for observing activity on the lake. Family rooms are available, and single rooms with lake views also offer a view of Cat Bells.

Homemade Breakfasts with Local Ingredients

Breakfast at Skiddaw Croft B&B uses locally sourced produce and includes homemade jams and marmalade made on site. Guests can choose from a full English, Eggs Benedict with smoked salmon, or pancakes with berries. Dietary needs such as gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan are accommodated, with fresh fruit, yoghurt, and cereals provided each morning.

Location for Walking and Exploring

Skiddaw Croft is situated in Portinscale, a 15- to 20-minute flat walk along a scenic footpath to Keswick town centre. Cat Bells is 4 km away, and routes to Scafell Pike, Fairfield, and Newlands Horseshoe start within walking distance. Derwentwater Lake for water sports is 6 km from the B&B, and Castlerigg Stone Circle is a short drive away.

Guest Amenities and Parking

Free off-street parking is available at the rear of the property for all guests. The guest lounge contains dozens of laminated walk instruction sheets, maps, Wainwright guides, novels, puzzles, and board games. Bicycle storage in a locked garage is provided, and a small fridge on each landing supplies fresh milk for the in-room tea and coffee trays.

Personalised Host Attention

Hosts Debbie and Paul offer local recommendations for walks and places to eat, and have been known to assist with flat tyres and dry wet clothing. Special occasions such as anniversaries and birthdays are recognised with a card and a bottle of fizz left in the room. Early breakfasts are arranged for guests undertaking long hikes, and packed lunches can be provided on request.

• Location: 15-minute walk to Keswick, near Cat Bells and Derwentwater
• Rooms: Lake and fell views, family rooms, king rooms, single rooms
• Breakfast: Homemade jams, locally sourced, gluten-free & vegan options
• Parking: Free off-street parking at rear of property
• Service: Early breakfasts, bike storage, packed lunches