Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite Lake, CA13 9YD, United Kingdom
#2 of 5 hotels in Bassenthwaite Lake
Guests' ChoiceBased on 201 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.5
Facilities
9.4
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.6
Free WiFi
9.6
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 20 June 2024
I
United KingdomNothing at all! It was super amazing. Kate and Pete made me feel at home.
Kate and Pete! What a gorgeous couple, my brother and sister my cousins. I felt home, not otherwise for a single second! Kate, you are such a wonderful person, extremely caring and very hard working but above all, you are extremely considerate! And Pete, I really want you to be my brother! Amazing caring and extremely tolerant man! Hats off to you both!
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 12 June 2024
Rhys
AustraliaNothing, the property was perfect!
Everything! Pete and Katie were fantastic hosts and their place captures the charm of a classic BnB. The breakfast was amazing and Pete and Katie gave great recommendations for things to do during our stay. The property is also located in a great spot and the rooms were lovely.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 June 2024
Amanda
United KingdomLocation. Breakfast . Rooms
Really lovely hosts will definitely return again . Breakfast was amazing . Rooms are well splinted and bed was super comfy nothing too much trouble if you wanted help or local information from the hosts .
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 7 June 2024
Ross
United KingdomNothing
Breakfast delicious, beds comfortable, rooms well equipped. Hosts fantastic - knowledgeable, friendly but not intrusive, location great with beautiful views.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Bernard
United KingdomNothing
Beautifully furnished Welcoming hosts Excellent breakfasts Very comfortable room
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 5 June 2024
Jean
United KingdomLoved everything about our stay at Link House. A lovely property which was spotlessly clean and so comfortable. Ideally located for easy access to all areas, with a bus stop right outside to Keswick or Cockermouth for those that don't drive. Hosts Pete and Katie were so welcoming and friendly, and offered suggestions of places of interest to visit and places to eat. The beds are extremely comfortable, and I slept better thank I have in years! The food was delicious and plentiful, and we can't wait to go back.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 3 June 2024
Rebecca
United KingdomNothing
Everything was lovely! Katie and Pete are super nice and accommodated our dietary needs with delicious gluten free breakfasts.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: 2 June 2024
Rachel
United KingdomThere is a fridge you can use in the downstairs communal room, but a fridge in the room would have a good addition. Not a comment on the property at all, but even though you are very close to the lake we didn't know that you can't access Bassenthwaite lake or walk round the edge of it before we got there - just letting anyone looking into the area know! There are lots of other lovely walks and bits of the lake you can access that you can drive to though.
Lovely comfy room with welcoming hosts. Hosts gave us a great walking recommendation straight from the door of the house (Sale Fell) and before we arrived they were really handy in sending recommendations on where to book for dinner (it was a bank holiday so they wisely recommended that we book at a local pub - which turned out to be a lifesaver!). The breakfast was lovely, with a good range of choices. The beds are very comfy and it was well located in that you are just off the main road so you can easily get to Keswick and other places.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 13 May 2024
Stephen
United KingdomNothing to dislike
Hosts were excellent even showed an interest before and after our big hike asking how we did and congratulating us ,room was perfect for our stay and breakfast was very good would recommend link house and we would stay again without hesitation
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Guy
United KingdomIt was all fab !
Lovely house, very comfortable, great breakfasts
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Teck
AustraliaAll good
The hosts were friendly and helpful. Their recommendations on restaurants and walks were spot on.this greatly enhanced our enjoyment of our vist. The tea set and views out the window were 👍
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 16 April 2024
Lisa
United KingdomThe weather!!
Lovely room with a beautiful view. Wonderful breakfast, good choice of menu. Katie and Pete were very knowledgeable about the local area and made us very welcome.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 26 October 2023
James
United KingdomIt was perfect
Fantastic B&B. The whole place is spotlessly clean and very modern. We booked 3 rooms for 5 friends, all rooms were beautiful & spacious with super comfy beds. The hosts are wonderful & friendly. Breakfast is superb. The extra lounge area was a great bonus for the evenings and the scenery is gorgeous. The location is perfect for restaurants, just a few minutes walk away - The Pheasant Inn & Bassenthwaite Lake Station Cafe, both serving great food. This area is brilliant for walking & hiking whether you are experienced or not. We will definitely return.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 19 October 2023
Jane
United KingdomLovely house, well maintained, very comfortable. The hosts were very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. Fantastic breakfast ti start the day and location was perfect
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 17 October 2023
Helena
United KingdomWe enjoyed the very friendly atmosphere of this very comfortable guest house. Nothing was too much trouble for Katie and Pete. The breakfast was cooked to perfection and beautifully presented. Our room was very clean and a relaxing retreat from the storm which visited us on the second day of our stay.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 October 2023
Stephen
United KingdomAll good
Our hosts Pete and Katie were very sociable and all round helpful with our 4 night stay no hesitation in staying again if visiting this area
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 17 September 2023
James
United KingdomBeautiful place in a perfect location. Pete and Katie are perfect hosts, always friendly and willing to help and very knowledgeable about the local area. The breakfast is top quality with plenty of different options, ready to set you up for the day ahead. Would highly recommend!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 16 September 2023
Louella
AustraliaAll very lovely.
Beautifully furnished, with an eye for detail. Amazing Breakfasts.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 September 2023
Peter
United KingdomNothing, it's just perfect
Top quality, nothing to much trouble
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Karren
United KingdomNothing
The introduction to our room and the offer of coffee and biscuits in the garden on arrival. The lovely large bed same as we have at home with very comfortable pillows, two comfortable chairs to relax in and great storage. The roomy shower. Breakfast. Our lovely smiley and chatty hosts who were attentive but not intrusive. The area is central to where we wanted to be and there was nice walks to enjoy in the evening especially the lovely wildlife area across the main road.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 7 September 2023
Clare
United KingdomNothing
Friendly welcoming hosts Gorgeous room and location Fantastic breakfast
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Maureen
United KingdomPete and Katie were very welcoming and their attention to detail ensured a great stay. Pete gave us directions to walk up Sale Fell and provided us with a map. Pete and Katie were very helpful after we had the misfortune of locking our keys and phones in our car while away from the property. Thanks to You both for a lovely stay.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 29 August 2023
Hazel
United KingdomNothing not to like.
This was by far the nicest place we have stayed in this area Peter and Katie, the host could not do enough to make us feel comfortable. With beautiful views in a peaceful setting.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 28 August 2023
Keith
United KingdomExcellent hosts, house, area and breakfasts.
Stayed in August 2023
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