Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite, Keswick CA13 9YD England
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Link House is a late Victorian Country Guest House, situated on the edge of Bassenthwaite Lake, near the Cumbrian towns of Keswick and Cockermouth, with stunning views of both forests and fells. Traditionally built in the late Victorian age, this country house enjoys stunning views of the forest and surrounding fells including Skiddaw. The sunny aspect gives a warm and comfortable atmosphere in which to relax and feel at home. We are situated almost half-way between the towns of Keswick and Cockermouth, birthplace of William Wordsworth and the oldest town in Cumbria, just off the A66 at the northern tip of Bassenthwaite Lake. Link House is easy to find. In the quieter part of the Lake District National Park, yet with access to many interesting places to visit such as the Whinlatter Visitor Centre where the Ospreys who nest nearby each year, can be viewed. A peaceful location for the serious walker or for touring by car or bike. We also have a guest lounge for guests to enjoy. News May 2022 We are delighted to announce that our one bedroom self catering unit - Link House Cottage - is almost ready for launch! Sleeping 2 with either a twin or super king size bedroom en-suite, we can also accommodate up to 2 medium size dogs and is perfect for you to enjoy all the walking routes and local attractions that are in the area! With it’s own entrance there is also a private secure garden for you to enjoy. Please contact us for more information!
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Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite, Keswick CA13 9YD England
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It was an absolute pleasure staying at the Link House. Pete and Katie were warm, welcoming and overall lovely hosts. Our room was clean, the decor beautiful and the ambience cozy. We had great views from our room window and enjoyed sitting there in the evenings with our tea and hot chocolate. Breakfast was both delicious and plentiful with a large variety to choose from. Pete also helped plan our day and thanks to him we got to see some breathtaking views. Thank you Pete and Katie for a wonderful weekend and we hope to stay with you again in the future. Wishing you all the best!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 6 days ago
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It was a real pleasure to meet you both and so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us. The hills at the moment look fantastic with their Winter covering of snow but we in the Northern Lakes seem to have missed all the low level snow that has hit the Southern Lakes so far. We hope we have the pleasure of your company again in 2024 and until then wish you both all the best for the New Year. Best wishes, Pete & Katie.
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Warm welcome from Pete and Katie who were very accommodating and helpful. Lovely comfortable room with everything you need. Fresh milk provided for your room and an extensive breakfast menu on offer. Small nature reserve opposite for a warm up leg stretch before taking on the more testing walks around the lakes and fens, with the pheasant pub also within walking distance. Ideally located off the A66 for access to Keswick and beyond I found this a perfect base to start my exploration. I look forward to a return visit.
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Responded 22 Oct 2023
Hi Karen and thank you for this lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and look forward to the pleasure of your company again soon. Thanks also for all the useful information you have provided for future guests and have some great new walks for you to try next time. Until then, best wishes, Pete & Katie.
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Excellent location with a most accommodating couple (Pete and Katie) who go out of their way to provide a hearty breakfast and provide ideas about tings to enjoy in their part of the Lake District. Easy parking, and meals are available at Pheasant Inn which is 8 mins walk away, but requires early booking.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: B and B without evening meals so either go to Pheasant Inn or drive.
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Responded 22 Oct 2023
Thank you both so much for your kind review. So pleased that you enjoyed your stay with us and hope the remainder of your holiday went well. Best wishes, Pete & katie.
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Link House is situated in a beautiful area and we had bedrooms at the front of the house with fantastic views across Skiddaw. The owners, Pete & Kattie, are most welcoming and nothing was too much trouble for them. They served a very good choice of breakfast and were even able to organise four beautiful fine days while we were there!
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 13 Sept 2023
Hi Brian and thank you so much for your kind review. It was a real pleasure to meet you all for the four days you were with us and so impressed with how much you all managed to pack into your time in the local area. I hope we have the opportunity to meet you all again soon. Until then, take care and best wishes, Pete & Katie.
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Beautiful location, lovely accommodation, with hosts who couldn’t do enough to make us feel welcome.
Had the loveliest time here. Katie and Peters are wonderful hosts and truly can’t do enough to help. The accommodation was just perfect everything we needed for our holiday was provided, the room we stayed in was lovely, overlooking beautiful views and would definitely go back. We had a delicious breakfasts every morning and felt very spoilt. We have stayed many times in this area but this is by far the nicest place with the nicest hosts and definitely good value for money. We were made to feel very welcome by such genuinely lovely people who went the extra mile to make sure our stay was a good one.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 13 Sept 2023
Wow! What a lovely review and so kind of you to take the time to write down your thoughts and feelings. It was a real pleasure to meet you both and so pleased that you got so much out of your visit to this beautiful part of the Northern Lakes. We hope we have the pleasure of your company again in the near future. Until then, Best wishes, Pete & Katie.
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A very comfortable stay that started with a warm greeting. Great breakfasts and packed lunches too. Everything that we had hoped for. The location was perfect in that it was within walking distance of one pub and a short drive to others. It was also possible to walk to a local Nature Reserve and to Bassenthwaite lake too.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: There is safe parking down the side and back of the house
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Responded 27 Aug 2023
Hi Catherine Thanks so much for this very kind and detailed review. It was a pleasure to meet you both and we are delighted you conquered some more challenging Wainright summits in the area. Best wishes Pete and Katie
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Link House is a beautiful B&B in a rural setting very close to Keswick and not far from anywhere. The bedroom is very spacious and comfortable with a modern ensuite bath room. Katie and Pete are lovely hosts who make you feel very welcome. We would love to return.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 27 Aug 2023
Hi Margaret Thank you so much for writing such a lovely review! We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and hope the rest of your stay in England is going well. Best wishes Pete and Katie
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Thank you Pete and Katie for another wonderful stay at your lovely guest house. We always love coming to Link House. From the welcome to the goodbye we are always assured of a great stay. The room is very comfortable and the breakfast each morning is fantastic, setting you up for the day! It is ideally situated for all of the Lakes, Keswick, Ambleside, Cockermouth and do much more. We hope to see you again next year.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 27 Aug 2023
Hi Andrew Thanks so much for taking the time to leave us such a positive review - we really appreciate it. It is always a pleasure to see yourself and Alison and we are so pleased that you enjoy visiting the local area so much. Good luck with the new job and we look forward to seeing you next year. Best wishes Pete and Katie
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Weekend break at this lovely up-market B&B. Tasteful furnishings and decoration throughout property, lovely room with very comfy bed - had a great sleep - and breakfast was cooked to order and delicious. Fantastic, friendly, helpful hosts with a good sense of humour too! Made to feel welcome from the minute we arrived. Will definitely stay again and highly recommend.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 27 Aug 2023
Hi Valerie Thank you so much for your great review! We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and it would be lovely to see you both again. Best wishes Pete and Katie
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What a fantastic place to stay. Excellent hosts and a fabulous property...made to feel at home instantly by a warm welcome. Room was perfect and the bed was so comfortable. Ideally located for Keswick which is a short drive away. Overall a wonderful experience...looking forward to our next visit!
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Responded 23 Jul 2023
Thank you Steve for your lovely review. It was a real pleasure to have you both stay with us and so pleased that you are already planning your next visit. We are always finding new locations to experience and would be more than willing to help you discover more in this beautiful part of the Northern Lakes. Thanks again. Best wishes, Pete & Katie.
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PRICE RANGE
US$123 - US$145 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandCumbriaLake DistrictKeswickBassenthwaite
NUMBER OF ROOMS
7
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Frequently Asked Questions about Link House
Which popular attractions are close to Link House?
Nearby attractions include J.B.Banks and Son Ltd (4.6 miles), Buttermere Lake (4.9 miles), and The Lake District Wildlife Park (1.1 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Link House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at Link House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Link House?
Conveniently located restaurants include De Brito Craig's Wheatsheaf Inn, VeeVa!, and Aspava Restaurant.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Link House?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, and German.
Are there any historical sites close to Link House?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Wordsworth House and Garden (4.9 miles), Mirehouse & Gardens (3.0 miles), and Isel Hall (4.5 miles).