Lakeside Country Guest House is situated in front of Bassenthwaite Lake with mountain views which can be enjoyed from the front bedrooms. It is ideally located between from Keswick and Cockermouth. The property is a 5-minute walk from the nearby pub. Free parking is available. 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. The Cumberland breakfast is prepared with local produce, fresh farm eggs, freshly brewed coffee and a selection of teas. Guests pre-order their breakfast on-line from our extensive menu which caters for all diets and tastes. It is served in the breakfast room, which offers views. Breakfast can be served on the terrace during the summer. There is also a country pub located within walking distance. The Lakes Distillery can be reached in 3-minutes' drive or or 15-20 minutes walk. Guests can book distillery tours for whisky, gin and vodka and can also book an afternoon tea in The Bistro. A visit to The Theatre by The Lake in nearby Keswick is also highly recommended. The surrounding picturesque Lake District is ideal for hiking, cycling, walking and fishing. Enjoy the scenic lake and forest walks from the guest house. Close by, there is Whinlatter Forest, a great base for mountain biking, walking, Go Ape adventures and bird watching. Cockermouth, a charming market town, is the birthplace of William Wordsworth, where you can visit Wordsworth House on Main Street and then take a stroll through town with an abundance of shops, cafes and restaurants. The Cumbrian coastline to Silloth is worth a visit for its sand dunes and long promenade.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Bassenthwaite Lake
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Samantha
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We enjoyed every single part of our week away. The guesthouse was lovely,Karen and Tim were lovely and happy to help us.
  • Beebee
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the location and how attentive Karen and Tim our hosts were. Nothing was too much trouble and we were made to feel welcome from the minute we arrived. Our room had a great view on the lake and Tim's breakfasts were fantastic. Karen gave us...
  • Dawn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was brilliant and Karen and Tim were very friendly and welcoming

Managed by Tim & Karen

Company review score: 10Based on 374 reviews from 4 properties
4 managed properties

Company information

We are both very open and friendly. We love chatting to people and finding out where others live and we also enjoy sharing the best of the Lake District with our visitors. We love road biking and Tim mountain bikes when he gets the chance. One of his favourite places is Whinlatter where there are routes to suit all abilities. Tim also likes to open water swim and is often to be seen in Bassenthwaite Lake during the summer months. When she isn't biking, Karen loves getting out on the fells whether that is running or walking. We both have an interest in food and enjoy sourcing the best products we can for the breakfasts we serve at the guest house. Our aim is to make sure that all our guests feel cared for and happy in relaxed and comfortable surroundings. Everyone deserves a lovely holiday and we hope meet expectations for all our guests.

Property information

Lakeside Country Guest House is full of character built in 1904 with original interior features of the Art Nouveau and Arts and Crafts style, including handcrafted staircases and stained glass windows. The high ceilings in every room create a feeling of space and the large front windows frame the mountains beyond beautifully. The peaceful location is within easy reach of the A66 providing a main route to the whole of the Lake District National Park.

Languages spoken

English,French

Property surroundings

Facilities of Lakeside Country Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free WiFi
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
Kitchen
  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Archery
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Live music/performance
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Tour or class about local culture
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Packed lunches
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French

Property practice

This property has told us they implemented a practice in one of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

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Check-in

From 16:00 to 19:00

Check-out

Available 24 hours

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Lakeside Country Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Late check-in between 19:00 and 23:00 is possible, subject to availability and by prior arrangement. Please note late check-ins after 23:00 cannot be accommodated.

Please inform Lakeside Country Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

It is not possible to stay at this property for Coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about Lakeside Country Guest House

  • Room options at Lakeside Country Guest House include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double

  • The prices at Lakeside Country Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Lakeside Country Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Horse riding
    • Archery
    • Tour or class about local culture
    • Live music/performance

  • Check-in at Lakeside Country Guest House is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Lakeside Country Guest House is 200 yards from the centre of Bassenthwaite Lake. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.