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Offering free WiFi, private parking and water sports facilities, the recently renovated property of Ouse Bridge House, offers accommodation in Bassenthwaite Lake, 15 km from Derwentwater and 21 km from Buttermere. The property features lake and garden views, and is 44 km from Askham Hall. The guest house has parking on-site, wellness packages and luggage storage space.

Excellent Breakfast, so many good options, and excellent quality

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9
Superb
186 reviews
Price from
£87
per night

A 5-minute walk from Bassenthwaite Lake, this Victorian country guest house has forest and fells views and offers chic bedrooms, free high speed WiFi throughout the property. It is also a Visit England 4-star silver property. Free off road parking is also included.

Beautiful location, great breakfast, very nice room with an amazing view :)

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9.6
Exceptional
203 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

This Edwardian, family-run guest house overlooks Bassenthwaite Lake. The guest house offers award-winning breakfast including gluten-free options, and en-suite rooms. All rooms have a flat-screen TV, Caroline Henry toiletries, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Upon arrival, all guests are offered a cup of tea or coffee and a slice of cake.

Beautiful house, confy room, AMAZING breakfast, kind hosts!

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9.8
Exceptional
342 reviews
Price from
£110
per night

A charming coaching inn, The Pheasant Inn - The Inn Collection Group features a traditional restaurant, elegant rooms and free WiFi. Just metres from the shores of Bassenthwaite Lake, the inn is a 10-minute drive from Keswick.

Comfortable , friendly & relaxed .

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8.4
Very good
1,035 reviews
Price from
£89
per night

Just a 6 min drive from the centre of Cockermouth sits this wonderful accommodation.

Graysonside offers some lovely apartments to suite every need from one bedroom units to two bedroom units.

Or if you prefer a delicious hot breakfast just pop into the main guest house ( hot breakfasts are charged extra.)

we have stayed here many times and as usual everything was great. the owners make sure you are welcomed and breakfast is wonderful, thank you

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9.6
Exceptional
154 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

Located in Cockermouth, 18 km from Buttermere, Croft Guesthouse provides accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is situated 22 km from Derwentwater, 46 km from Wasdale and 46 km from Muncaster Castle.

Hosts very friendly, polite and helpful. Twin room/ensuite was a good size, spotlessly clean and in good decorative order.Tea/coffee facilities plentiful. Dining room was beautifully presented with a fantastic (choice of) breakfast.

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9.4
Superb
328 reviews
Price from
£89.50
per night

Maple Bank Country Guest House is a detached Edwardian residence set in an acre of gardens. Located in the village of Braithwaite, in the heart of the Lake District National Park, it offers free on-site parking and free WiFi access.

Me and my friend were absolutely enthusiastic of our stay! The place was gorgeous, very quiet and really clean. Kate was fantastic and the whole staff was super helpful and friendly! There was a vegan breakfast menu with loads of different choices, we probably had the best porridge of our lives. We felt really at home and everyone was caring and welcoming. We also really appreciated the natural products in our bathroom, which is something you don't find very often in hotels and B&B and I normally bring my own for that reason. The free parking was also really convenient! We kept saying how happy we were of booking this amazing guest house and we just couldn't recommend it enough. We'll definitely both book again when we are back in the area!

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9.7
Exceptional
628 reviews
Price from
£120
per night

Boasting a shared lounge and views of mountain, Fern Howe Guest House is a recently renovated guest house situated in Keswick, 7.2 km from Derwentwater. The property has garden and inner courtyard views, and is 13 km from Buttermere. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking.

Room was perfect for our family needs. Great central location and a short walk to the pub. Breakfast was fantastic and set us up for the day. Easy access to several hikes as well as a doable walk into Keswick.

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9.1
Superb
374 reviews
Price from
£78.75
per night

Located 4.1 km from Derwentwater in Keswick, Hermiston Guest House features free WiFi access, free private parking and a first-floor terrace overlooking the garden. Scenic trails can be taken from the property's doorstep, and the fells of Barrow and Latrigg are both within 6.4 km.

It’s excellent and staff is fantastic and food wonderful and very clean and perfectly set up. We really loved the location! Views are beautiful and so peaceful. The small touches are so thoughtful and really enhanced our stay:) The food is just excellent. And loved the homemade shortbread….. !

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9.8
Exceptional
374 reviews
Price from
£116.50
per night

The Ruddings has now been transformed into a boutique hotel, offering a unique blend of timeless charm and modern luxury. Each of our 21 rooms and suites is individual and offers a selection of spaciously appointed, characterful rooms, all luxuriously furnished by our local friends at Satu Interiors. Contemporary features and sophisticated furnishings provide the little luxuries to make your stay at The Ruddings unforgettable. If you would like to book one of our dog-friendly rooms, please make us aware at the time of making a reservation.

Beautifully decorated hotel, very comfortable and clean rooms and bathrooms . The food was amazing.

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9.5
Exceptional
454 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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Guest houses that travellers love in Bassenthwaite Lake

  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 343 reviews
    Peaceful location in a stunning part of England. This guest house is beautifully appointed, friendly, thoughtful & caring hosts, and a fantastic breakfast. We loved our stay. I have a couple of food allergies & they were very thoughtfully catered for.
    Connie
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 343 reviews
    The best B&B we have ever stayed in! Idyllic setting. Amazing view of the lake and mountains. So peaceful and relaxing. Room great. Bed and bedding very comfortable. Decor first class. Such attention to detail. Karen and Tim, fabulous hosts. Very helpful and knowledgeable. A lovely, approachable couple. Got to say, the best breakfast ever! Especially the porridge 😁 You definitely will not be disappointed if you choose this Guest House.
    Maureen and Dave
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 343 reviews
    Tim and Karen have created the most perfect guesthouse experience with immaculate, beautifully decorated comfortable rooms, delicious breakfasts, a whisper quiet, yet convenient location, but, most importantly, a warm and welcoming and relaxing environment where we felt at home.
    Peta
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 343 reviews
    Karen and Tim were very welcoming hosts. Room was gorgeous and very spacious with lake view. Amazing breakfast with great choice of options, served on the terrace - we had a lovely sunny morning. Great location on lake edge and close to Lakeside distillery. Would highly recommend this beautiful accommodation
    Rachel
    Young couple
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 343 reviews
    Tim and Karen were perfect hosts the breakfast choice was perfect so many options to choose was lovely to chat with them the guest house was lovely would highly recommend the area is quiet lovely little country pub quarter mile away which was lovely and highly recommend the afternoon tea and bassenthwaite lakes railway carriages 10 minute walk from the guest house
    Angela Louise Partington
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 186 reviews
    Friendly, helpful hosts who go out of their way and bring a personal touch. Fabulous location. Delicious breakfasts. Quiet, unassuming but comfortable, homely guesthouse. Great value for money.
    Riches
    People with friends
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 343 reviews
    lovely property, great location, great hosts , spotlessly clean and breakfast was amazing .
    paul
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 186 reviews
    A lovely guest house in a very beautiful location. made very welcome on arrival. One of the best breakfasts we've had in our travels around the UK. Listening to their plans for the future we wish Ben and Virginia all the best as they are great hosts.
    Philip
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 186 reviews
    Great B&B in a nice quiet location overlooking Bassenthwaite Lake. Breakfast was amazing (Full English). Rooms were comfy and a nice set up. Hosts were great, including little Rocky the German Shepherd puppy who made the odd appearance. Great location as a base for many places to explore the Lakes
    Kieran
    Solo traveller
  • 9.8
    Scored 9.8
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 343 reviews
    We had a fantastic time at Lakeside in August to attend a wedding. The location & views from the Guesthouse were superb. Tim & Karen are truly great hosts, very friendly, helpful & nothing is too much trouble. Amazing breakfast each morning. Wish we had stayed longer, would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a great place to stay in the Lakes.
    Victoria
    Family with young children
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