Lakeside Country Guest House is situated in front of Bassenthwaite Lake with mountain views which can be enjoyed from the front bedrooms. It is ideally located between from Keswick and Cockermouth.
Helen
United Kingdom
Great location (just off A66), opposite Bassenthwaite Lake. Very well kept with lovely outdoor area. Room was very comfortable with all the amenities you need with a lovely view of the meadow. Breakfast was perfectly cooked with a wide range of options available (order online the day before). Hosts Karen & Tim were lovely; not obtrusive but there is you needed anything. Great value for money and would highly recommend.
A 5-minute drive from Bassenthwaite Lake, Ravenstone Manor is an 19th-century manor house set in 3 hectares of ground. The property is at the foot of Skiddaw, overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake.
Darren
United Kingdom
Staff couldn't do enough for you, breakfast was very good with fresh local produce. Evening food to a very high standard
Situated on the beautiful lower slopes of Skiddaw, Lyzzick Hall Hotel offers impressive mountain views and an on-site restaurant with extensive wine cellar.
David
United Kingdom
Location was perfect, beautiful hotel in lovely gardens
With free Wi-Fi throughout, the award-winning Trout Hotel is situated on the banks of the River Derwent, in Cockermouth. The town is adjacent to the childhood home of poet William Wordsworth.
Nicole
United Kingdom
Nice hotel, room was decent size but the bed wasn't comfortable (made some awful noises when turning over). Evening meal and breakfast was average pub grub. Very expensive for what we got. It was missing the little details.
We had a fantastic stay. Tim & Karen made us feel very welcome and are just so lovely. The view from our beautiful room was amazing especially when we watched the sunrise. From cleanliness to the beautiful food it was perfect. Thank you we will definitely be staying with you again .
Janet
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Beautiful part of Cumbria.
Beautiful part of Cumbria. If you are nervous of very narrow roads think twice of places like Buttermere and Loweswater...if you are Ok then that also is a lovely area to explore but do not expect lots of shops etc but you will find a warm welcome from local farm shops/cafes and the like. Expect to pay for loos and if you are a NT member you are laughing otherwise carry change and/or your card for car parking. On the narrow roads, the things that look like laybys are in fact passing places and should you meet a bus or tractor at one of these places then you will appreciate how vital they are. Bassenthwaite Lake is centrally positioned for both Keswick/ Grasmere and Ambleside and the lovely Cumbrian Coast. What you might not realise is that there is a lovely drive across to Carlise (the Border city) going through the lovely Caldbeck burial place for John Peel. An easy ride for a different day out. Bassenthwaite Lake has several eating places and we used The Pheasant Inn but there are several others nearby including the old Bassenthwaite Lake train station. Workington, Whitehaven and Maryport are working towns with their own carbuncles and beautiful old buildings. Whitehaven has a lovely harbour and a super bookshop. Workington has a selection of shops and Maryport has a lovely harbour too tho' very different to Whitehaven but the coast os wonderful. I recomend leaving your car at Maryport and taking the train down the coast to Barrow in Furness. If you like to explore...get the feel of a place and not just eat ice cream and mingle with crowds this is the quieter part of Cumbria....my birth county so I admit to being just a little biased!!
Karren
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Bassenthwaite Lake is one of the less touristy areas.
Bassenthwaite Lake is one of the less touristy areas. It is very natural and beautiful. There are water sports available but there doesn’t seem to be a good walking path around the lake. There are eateries either walkable from the accommodation or within a couple of miles.
Coralie
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Amazing location, with stunning views of the Lake, well...
Amazing location, with stunning views of the Lake, well maintained garden/patio , outside the B&B , hosts were lovely , and were very knowledgeable about the area, and places you could visit , we would visit again.
kathy
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Peaceful and easy access to Keswick and other lakes such as...
Peaceful and easy access to Keswick and other lakes such as Borrowdale and Derwentwater. Lovely walks.
Eat at De Brito Craig's Wheatsheaf at Embleton
Lakes Distillery
Bassenthwaite Station Cafe (book ahead)
Susan
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
The walk around Derwentwater is superb and we did that...
The walk around Derwentwater is superb and we did that instead of walking round Bassenthwaite lake but the walks on the hills are very good. We went up Skiddaw which is steep and high but the views at the top are stunning
Simon
United Kingdom
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We loved our stay at ouse bridge with our dog Bonnie. Ben and Virginia were so welcoming and it felt like a home away from home. The b and b is very dog friendly which was so lovely and the room itself was clean and comfortable- perfect after an active day in the lake district and very good value for money. We loved the honesty bar too it is such a nice touch. The breakfast was perfect each morning with lots of choice. Location is lovely- nice and peaceful and only a short drive to Keswick. Thanks so much we hope to come stay again one day!
Pete and Katie were very welcoming and demonstrated fantastic hospitality throughout our stay. Breakfast was very tasty and a great portion size. The room we had was comfortable, large enough, and had a great view from the bay window over the hills. The B and B itself is well situated, halfway between Keswick and Cockermouth and almost on the shore of Bassenthwaite Lake - it was perfect for attending a wedding at Armathwaite Hall, which is about a five minute drive away.
Tim and Karen were both so welcoming and helpful throughout our stay at the Lake District. The Guest house is absolutely beautiful in a lovely location not too far from some beautiful walks and Keswick Town.
Both Tim and Karen couldn’t do enough for us whilst we were there, And defiantly helped make our stay more enjoyable. We would definitely recommend the Guest house to anyone and can not wait to come back. The breakfasts are 10/10!!
Great location (just off A66), opposite Bassenthwaite Lake. Very well kept with lovely outdoor area. Room was very comfortable with all the amenities you need with a lovely view of the meadow. Breakfast was perfectly cooked with a wide range of options available (order online the day before). Hosts Karen & Tim were lovely; not obtrusive but there is you needed anything. Great value for money and would highly recommend.
The breakfasts were excellent and could not be bettered!
Our first floor room (no 2) had an ensuite bathroom with a shower cubicle and overlooked the meadow to the rear. The room was a nice size with a TV.
The hosts, Ben & Virginia were so friendly and helpful.
I was taking part in a sailing event and the hotel could not be nearer to Bassenthwaite Sailing Club! There was plenty of off street parking.
The hosts were very friendly and personable and made a real effort to make you feel welcome. The breakfast and extra catering services provided by the guest house were excellent. Just the right amount, plenty of choice and beautifully cooked. Excellent location for exploring the North and Western side of the Lakes. Nice that they offered local produce which you could purchase on site.
We absolutely loved our stay, Pete and Katie were lovely people, house was spotless, food wonderful, location to die for. The geese arriving every dawn was just magic. We were sorry to leave! I think they are undercharging!! I have stayed in 5* hotels all over the world and Link House certainly did not disappoint! Thank you both for a lovely stay, we so hope to return before too long.
Really friendly, knowledgeable couple who own and run this hotel. Not at all pushy but gently advised on local walking and places of interest. Very comfortable bed! Loved the evening sun on the garden. Breakfast amazing! Will be definitely visiting again when in the Lakes. Thank you 😊
Comfortable place to come back to after a long day out, the cottage was clean and warm and very pretty too.
Right on Bassenthwaite lake it is just off the main road so a convenient place to get around the lake District from.
Hosts were very accommodating and make a lovely breakfast
The rooms are well decorated and the location close to the A66 and view of Bassenthwaite Lake is very nice
The breakfast on both days was excellent and locally sourced ingredients.
They have an honesty bar with a 'pub in a cupboard' which is a nice touch
Everything was perfect, the room, the breakfast menu was extensive, and especially Karen and Tim they went above and beyond our expectations to make our stay wonderful. We have been to many hotels and B & Bs this year and this was our favourite place.
Gorgeous B and B with exceptional hosts who could not do enough to help. The breakfasts were amazing, easily exceeds those I have had in four and give star hotels. Felt very much a home from home (but with better views and food!)
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