Georgian Guest House For Sale in the Lake District

Posted by The Landsite on 7th May 2026 -

Discover Georgian Guest House for Sale in the Lake District. 

 Powe House, Portinscale, Keswick is a rare and distinguished commercial property investment opportunity in one of England's most sought-after destinations.

The Lake District has long captured the hearts of visitors from across the UK and beyond, and it's easy to understand why. Against that backdrop, finding a trading hospitality business for sale in the heart of the national park is genuinely exceptional. 

A Georgian Masterpiece with a Remarkable History

Built around 1797, Powe House is considered architecturally one of the finest period buildings in the Keswick area. Its story stretches across centuries passing to the Birkett family in 1823 before becoming part of the Powe House Estate in 1854, when it was reportedly home to the owner of a local lead mine. Victorian additions enriched the building's character further, and a sympathetic reconfiguration by the current owners at the turn of the millennium has brought it into the modern era without sacrificing an ounce of its Georgian charm.

Today, the property stands as a testament to what thoughtful stewardship of a historic building can achieve.

What the Property Offers

Set within approximately two acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, Powe House offers a rare blend of commercial viability and lifestyle appeal. The accommodation comprises six generously proportioned en suite letting bedrooms, each tastefully appointed to a high standard.

What really sets this property apart from comparable guest houses for sale in the North West is the owners' accommodation. The self-contained two-bedroom apartment is far more spacious than you would expect for  a business of this size.  In addition, the property offers ample off-road parking benefitting customers and visitors during peak seasons.

An Investment in One of the UK's Most Resilient Tourism Markets

The Lake District National Park attracts millions of visitors every year, and demand for quality bed and breakfast accommodation in Keswick continues to outpace supply. For buyers exploring commercial property investment in Cumbria,  or those looking at hospitality businesses for sale in the Lake District, this kind of opportunity rarely reaches the open market.

Beyond its current use, the property holds further potential. Subject to the appropriate planning permissions, Powe House could be converted back into a substantial private family home subject to the necessary planning permissions. 

The property is listed as for sale - Offers In Excess Of £1,000,000.  

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Powe House is marketed by Colliers, one of the world's leading professional property services and investment management companies, and a trusted member of The Landsite's growing network of property professionals.

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