Places to stay in Applethwaite, Cumbria

Applethwaite is a village in the foothills of Skiddaw near Keswick in the English Lake District. It is in the county of Cumbria, and forms part of the civil parish of Underskiddaw, which has a population of 282. Places to eat in the region include Restaurant At Lyzzick Hall, Luca’s Restaurant, Kat’s Kitchen, and Golden Hill Chinese Restaurant.

The name derives from it originally being the clearing in a forest with apples in it.

The center of Applethwaite ( which is at is longitude -3°8'27.853 and latitude 54°37'11.890 ) is located 2 miles away from Keswick, 2 miles away from Portinscale, 2 miles away from Underskiddaw and 4 miles away from Threlkeld.

Available Applethwaite lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Applethwaite.

Applethwaite Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Photograph of Acorn House, Keswick
Listing updated 2026
Bed & Breakfasts

Acorn House

Approx 2 miles away in Keswick:

Quietly situated and with private car parks, yet only four minutes walk from the town centre, Acorn House is ideal for long or short breaks in the heart of the Northern Lake District.
Ambleside Road
Keswick, Cumbria
Bed & Breakfasts

Powe House

Approx 2 miles away in Keswick:

Our location is perfect for exploring the north, central and western lakes. We are situated in the village of Portinscale, on the banks of Derwent water in the Lake District! We offer guests stylish ensuite rooms, locally sourced food and stunning views towards Skiddaw mountain..
Portnscale
Keswick, Cumbria
Guest Houses

Sandon

Approx 2 miles away in Keswick:

13 Southey Street
Keswick, Cumbria

Applethwaite Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Cottage / Caravan Parks

Borrowdale Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite

Approx 5 miles away in Keswick:

With the lovely fells soaring up and wild flowers in bloom everywhere, the Borrowdale Club Site is a delight to the eye. Located about 5 miles from Keswick and set in National Trust woodland, the caravan park offers numerous walking paths to explore the beautiful northern Lakes area.
Manesty
Keswick, Cumbria
Cottage / Caravan Parks

High Close Holiday Home Park

Approx 5 miles away in Bassenthwaite:

High Close is a beautiful holiday home park, set in some of the most stunning landscape in the Lake District, offering a tranquil and serene setting. Our park is tucked away in Park Wood, alongside a sparkling beck and is one of the Lake .....
Bassenthwaite, Cumbria
Cottage / Caravan Parks

Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Site

Approx 3 miles away in Keswick:

A quiet Keswick caravan, camping and glamping park, in the heart of the Lake District with everything you need for a comfortable stay while you explore the lakes, mountains and Lakeland towns and villages nearby. Choose quality accommodation to suit your holiday style….
Castlerigg Hall, Castlerigg
Keswick, Cumbria
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