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Bassenthwaite Lake House

Bassenthwaite, Lake District

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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Change Fri
pets Dogs welcome 2
grade 5 star
Waterside views
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub nearby
Fishing on site / nearby
Luxury
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Electric vehicle charging
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Beautifully restored Victorian property on edge of Bassenthwaite Lake
  • Great walks and cycle routes from the front door
  • Close to the bustling market town of Keswick and the Solway Coast
Property code: 91210

Escape to this beautifully appointed holiday home with a lovely, landscaped garden, set in the sleepy hamlet of Dubwath in the Lake District. Sleeping eight guests across four rooms, plus space for a couple of waggy-tailed pals, this beautifully styled retreat is ideal for a long-awaited reunion with friends or a relaxing family escape in nature. Thrill-seekers and outdoor lovers can brave the brisk waters of Bassenwaite Lake (within 200 metres) for an afternoon sailing session backed by rolling mountain vistas. Back at the house, unwind with a cold drink while perched on the padded patio furniture and bask in the glow of the crackling chiminea.

Steeped in history, this property tastefully blends traditional architecture with breezy contemporary style. Enjoy high ceilings, grand bay windows, and intricate stained-glass windows balanced by a stylish colour palette and cosy soft furnishings. Unravel outer layers in the hallway before being lulled into the elegant lounge. Graze through a nibbles board as you recline on the plump sofas and warm chilly toes by the wood burner. Those with a competitive streak can raid the board game selection to partake in some easy entertainment. As evening falls, step along the oak hallway into the open-plan kitchen diner. Get cooking on the sleek induction hob, before adorning the dining table with a tempting spread. Settle onto the bench-style seating before raising a toast to your celebration. Upstairs, slip into the sheets of one of the four tranquil bedrooms, each tastefully designed with artfully draped throws, plump pillows, and clean lines. Start the day with a sociable breakfast on the sunken-style patio then step up onto the lawn for garden games. With private parking for four cars, the opportunity for Lake District excursions is endless.

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  • 4 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size (zip-and-link can be made up as a twin on request), 1 double and 2 king-size
  • 4 bathrooms – 3 en-suites with shower and WC and 1 bathroom with shower and WC
  • Double electric oven and induction hob, microwave, dishwasher, wine cooler and fridge/freezer
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Smart TV in lounge and all bedrooms
  • Private enclosed garden with patio, seating, Chimenea, outdoor lawn games and table tennis
  • Dart board in the hallway
  • Private parking on the drive for up to four cars
  • Pub, shop and restaurant less than 1 mile
  • The cottage welcomes up to 2 small or medium dogs in all the downstairs rooms and areas
  • Christmas available from Wednesday 20th December for 7 nights for £3015 - please call to book
  • Cottage will only accept small to medium size dogs
  • Only full weeks over Christmas
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 15:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

 

Embark on an exhilarating woodland cycle through the dense trails at Whinlatter Forest (8 miles) or saunter along the paths at Dodd Wood (5 miles) to admire far-reaching views across the North Lake District. Group members with a nose for malted blends will delight in a guided tour of the Lakes Distillery (1 mile) while those with a sweet tooth can scope out the fresh bakes and indulgent chocolates sold by independent artisans in Keswick (8 miles). Adventurers visiting in spring can soak in the atmosphere of the annual Mountain Festival (8 miles) complete with food stalls, live music, and showstopping sports.

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Kylie Harmon-Twidle

This property is personally managed by Kylie.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 25 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Allison 30th September 2024

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Reviewed by Indra 13th September 2024

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Beautiful location, fabulous place to stay! Everything has been carefully thought out and planned. We had an excellent stay, lots to do whilst waiting for the rain to stop. Close to walks, pub and Keswick. The house is truly amazing even down to a welcome hamper *****

Reviewed by Lorraine 23rd August 2024

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Reviewed by Becky 19th July 2024

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Lovely house, very clean and well equipped

Reviewed by Moira 5th July 2024

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Fab property. Location was great, and we loved sitting around the large table playing Uno and watching the birds at the garden feeder. Table tennis went down a treat and we had a fun time trying to play darts again. Great to have some things so easily accessible from the property itself without the need for a car. Thanks to Tim and Karen for the amRead moreazing welcome hamper, we all enjoyed the many goodies and treat. I am sure we will be back Hide

Reviewed by Edwina 27th June 2024

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A really comfortable and lovely property and the welcome pack left by the owners was very generous and much appreciated. An excellent location to visit the northern lakes and other popular destinations.

Reviewed by Lorna 21st June 2024

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This is a gorgeous property in a fantastic location. The owners replied quickly to any messages I sent. The rooms are comfortable and spacious and the views of the area are amazing. There are loads of local walks, but you only have to travel a short away to get even more options. Even though it's close to the road it was peaceful. The Pheasant Inn Read more& Lakeside Station are a 5 min walk away and a lovely place to eat or get a drink. The welcome hamper was a lovely welcome! Hide

Reviewed by Katie 7th June 2024

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The owners have thought of everything for a wonderful stay. The layout of the house was ideal, well appointed to a high standard. Comfortable beds and fantastic en suites. Fantastic views. Lovely area. Really quiet even though you are only just off the A66. Easy access to all the lakes and some lovely local walks. Pheasant Inn & Lakeside Station boRead moreth lovely places to eat. Dog friendly and 10 minutes from two towns in either direction. Wonderful welcome hamper. We will be back. Hide

Reviewed by John 31st May 2024

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Very well appointed and comfortable house. The table tennis table and dart board were a real bonus. The only surprise was that for a dog friendly house with an enclosed garden it was discouraged for dogs to use it.

Reviewed by Helen 10th May 2024

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Reviewed by Sarah 19th April 2024

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Reviewed by Johanne 29th March 2024

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Wonderful location with views over the lake to Skiddaw. Great to have a cottage with four good sized bedrooms all with their own bathroom. House has been renovated to a high standard. Boys loved the table tennis table in the attractive garden. We enjoyed being able to stroll to the Pheasant Inn for a drink after a hard days walking. Our hosts left Read moreus an amazing welcome gift and were friendly and welcoming. Would stay again which is the biggest compliment. Hide

Reviewed by Sue 22nd March 2024

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Reviewed by Tricia 15th March 2024

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Gorgeous house in stunning location overlooking the lake. The owners are next door and couldnt be more helpful and kind but were not at all intrusive. The property has absolutely everything you could think of and even included a welcome gift with much-appreciated goodies. The place is spotless and beautifully furnished and decorated. We will definiRead moretely be going back. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 9th February 2024

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Amazing home, cannot fault one part of it. Hosts were brilliant and communication was very easy. Check in and check out was very easy. would 100% recommend and I will be returning

Reviewed by Emma 30th December 2023

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What a way to start 2024. From the start of our stay, we were welcomed with a lovely hamper full of all sorts of food and drink. The house had everything we could have wanted, great facilities, great location - with lots to do in the local area or within a short drive. Our hosts were so considerate. We really couldn't ask for more.

Reviewed by Ami 10th November 2023

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The property was really well equipped and the location was perfect. It had been really tastefully decorated and thoughtfully done in terms of everything you may need. We really enjoyed our stay and will book to come again. Karen and Tim were lovely hosts too who made us feel very welcome. Thank you.

Reviewed by Rosemary 20th October 2023

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This is a fabulous house,beautifully fitted out with everything you could possibly need and spotlessly clean.The owners gave us a lot of information on local walks and recommended some good places to eat.There was a lovely welcome pack which was very much appreciated.

Reviewed by Carol 13th October 2023

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Reviewed by Gail 11th August 2023

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We had a great time staying at Barf House, enough room for everyone (we had family members and friends visiting us their at different times) but didnt feel too big. House is well equipped and clean. The owners were lovely right there if you needed them but not intrusive. Location and views are great. Plenty of things to do and places to eat and driRead morenk close by. Would definitely recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Martin 21st July 2023

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Reviewed by David 7th July 2023

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Barf house was a delight! Ideally located for great walks and outings and beautifully presented. Tim and Karen gave us excellent recommendations in terms of walks and places to eat. This is an ideal property for a family or group of friends.

Reviewed by Nancy 15th June 2023

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We lacked nothing. The hosts were wonderful!

Reviewed by Lisa 2nd June 2023

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Don't hesitate to book! The house is beautiful, there is everything you need there and the hosts are very welcoming. It is easy to get too, you are close to Keswick and there is lots to do. We had a lovely weekend.

Reviewed by Joanne 20th May 2023

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This property is an absolutely stunning 4 bedroomed beautiful house, in a great location to visit around the Lakes .The owners provided, a lovely welcome gift , info pack, gave us a tour when we arrived , were very responsive to any queries we had about places to visit etc The home was immaculately clean, we were 3 adults & 2 teenagers & lots of liRead moreving space for all, lovely sitting room at front & a large dining area in the kitchen overlooking the rear enclosed patio area & garden. Was perfect! Hide

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