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A homely lodge with open lake view

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire place to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A homely lodge with open lake view

Set on the shores of the beautiful Bassenthwaite Lake in the Lake District National Park, this small tranquil park, nestled at the foot of the dramatic Skiddaw mountain range, is the perfect relaxing getaway. Enjoy the amazing lake and mountain views, the peaceful surroundings and the extensive birdlife from our homely and cosy lodge.

This spacious lodge offers guests a variety of home comforts, so expect to find comfy beds, modern bathrooms, a cosy fire, a really well-equipped kitchen with a wide range of kitchen equipment and basic larder items, a washer-dryer and dishwasher.

Bird seed is provided so you can enjoy the birdlife; blankets are too, so you can keep warm on a chilly evening while you star gaze from the deck. There are games, DVDS and an X-Box with a variety of games for those rainy evenings in the lodge.

Guests are welcome to bring kayaks, paddle boards and non-motorised boats to explore the clear lake waters or alternatively you can stick to a swim or paddle!

There are endless walks to enjoy in the area, ranging from flatter walks round the lake and through the woods to long days out high up on the fells, many of which are easily accessible from the lodge. There are maps and walking books to help you plan your day out.

There are a great variety of eating and drinking options in the local area, with a lovely old pub in Bassenthwaite serving good food and restaurant bistro at the Manor House, both close to the lodge.

Please note we cannot accept cats.

Property manager

alison yarrow

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 25 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Bassenthwaite, England

What's nearby

  • Bassenthwaite Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Skiddaw - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Derwentwater - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Lodore Falls - 15 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Workington Station - 23 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Chief Justice of the Common Pleas - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Pheasant Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lakeland Spice - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lakes Distillery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Bank Tavern - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A homely lodge with open lake view pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at A homely lodge with open lake view?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at A homely lodge with open lake view?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is A homely lodge with open lake view located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Bassenthwaite Lake and within 3 miles (5 km) of Church Bay and Mirehouse & Gardens. Lake District Wildlife Park and Dodd Fell are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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A homely lodge with open lake view Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 90 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 90 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 90 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 90 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 90 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Lakes

We had an excellent stay in the lodge, fantastic location and well equipped. The owner went above and beyond to ensure we had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Agata C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay over xmas

We loved the lodge. It felt very homely. The park is right at the lake shore. The kitchen was equipped very well. Beds were comfortable and shower powerful. A bonus was the TV with netflix and other apps and good internet connection. We would be back when the weather is warmer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic

Beautiful location over looking the lake, cosy and comfy on autumn days. Plenty of dog walks from the property or within a short drive. Scenic walks to local pubs. Would definitely recommend and visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

The lodge is perfect, lovely and clean and bright. The location couldn’t be better, the views spectacular. The owners were easy to contact and very helpful. Wonderful stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Marion K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Lakeside Lodge

A lovely spacious lodge, very comfortable despite broken door. Surprised to find the grill pan was left unclean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne R., England

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

2nd time we have stayed here, everything was excellent again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Sharon H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful setting. Lodge not so

We were disapointed with lodge patio door was boarded up with glass broken made it very dark. Blinds were awful. Gas fire hard to turn off & gets very hot to turn off
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena van der meulen

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great value for money

Spent a week there with family and dogs. Very clean and everything you could need The views are beautiful. One thing to note, if you take a dog make sure you have long leads and a torch, as nowhere enclosed to let them off before bed or first thing. Both bathrooms are en-suite as well as opening to the corridor which was a peek we didn’t expect. The perfect place for a relaxing family trip and highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

val r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Lovely property - great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Cabin

Fab views and bird life.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great holliday

Pictures advertised were accurate and exactly as stated ,sadly some aspects of clendlyness were disappointing ,beautiful location and lovely lodge .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This was perfect for us for a short stay and even the weather cooperated!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay at Bassenthwaite

Nice lodge, good location amd plenty of nice walks.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andreia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing views!

We loved our stay in this lodge. Most beautiful views. Very well equipped, had everything we needed. Good communication with the owners. We highly recommend it and will definitely go back. Thank you Chris and Ali!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location tranquil

Lovely stay lovely place to be. Views stunning easy to get to places
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful lake views

Our stay was wonderful! The lodge was comfortable and well equipped. It had a clear view of the lake and surrounding mountains. It was truly beautiful and we loved it! We swam and paddle boarded in the lake, as well as walked up Catsbells. Keswick is close by with plenty of cafes, restaurants and quirky shops. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing break

Lovely lodge, very clean & in a fabulous position with views of the Lake. The Lodge had everything you need, with comfortable beds & furniture, a very well stocked kitchen, a beautiful decking area with a variety of bird life visiting the feeders. It was a perfect stay for myself & my dog. Would highly recommend 👌
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top notch property in an even more top notch location

Week away at this superb lodge. Excellent views and fantastic getaway location. Not too far from lovely scenic walks but far enough to feel away from it all Lodge had everything we needed and more. It was just a shame we didn't get chance to make use of the barbecue Bassenthwaite Lake Station a must do, the breakfast on the static train carriage is amazing. Buttermere lake very special place
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What an amazing stay!!!

From start to finish, this lodge provided us with everything we needed and more! The communication from the hosts was first class and the accommodation matched exactly as described. The location was perfect for me and my family and meant that we could get out onto the lake whenever we wanted. The lodge was so well equipped and had everything we needed. I would highly recommend this place although it might be to my disadvantage as I don't want anyone else to book it when I want to return!!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W., sheffield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely long weekend stay

Really relaxing place to stay. Beautiful lodge, peaceful site, while still easy access to Keswick and other places. Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and location

Really nice accommodation in a very nice location. Well presented and clean lodge with great view of the Lake. Brilliant welcome pack very informative and welcome advice on walks and where to go. Enjoyed the area 15 min drive to Keswick, I found that the turn off from the road to the site is a short distance from the signage and recommend hiiting your indicator as soon as you have passed the sign and start slowing as you often have cars travelling at speed behind you. Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

The property is of a really high standard, everything you need is there and more. It is spacious, clean and tidy and a great location. We will definitely return. Thx for a fab stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

What a beautiful location for a lodge! The lodge itself was well presented and clean with everything you would need, but by far the best things are the views and the peace. You are only 15mins away from Keswick. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

GAIL F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Location

The lodge was just what we needed after a busy Christmas, it was so lovely and peaceful, we loved to watch the birds whilst having breakfast in the morning. There was everything we needed to have a nice relaxing holiday, would certainly go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

FANTASTIC

Lodge was really lovely and clean when we arrived. Fantastic location. Great for a family holiday and very dog friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023