About this property

Offering free Wifi, private parking, and water sports facilities, the recently renovated property Ouse Bridge House offers accommodations in Bassenthwaite Lake, 9.5 miles from Derwentwater and 13 miles from Buttermere. Featuring a terrace, the property is located within 27 miles of Askham Hall. The guest house offers a wellness packages and luggage storage space. At the guest house, units are equipped with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen, and towels. There's also a microwave, minibar, and a kettle. The rooms are equipped with heating facilities. À la carte and continental breakfast options with warm dishes, fresh pastries, and fruit are available. Guests may relax in the on-site bar or lounge, while packed lunches are also available upon request. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bassenthwaite Lake, like cycling, canoeing, and hiking. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors. World of Beatrix Potter is 31 miles from Ouse Bridge House, while Whinlatter Forest Park is 8.1 miles from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 80 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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1 twin bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Liam
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    lovely family great breakfast near interesting places but quiet
  • Amanda
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was ideal for visiting other places and a beautiful setting especially the sunrise on a good day... comfortable, relaxing house and room, very quiet...hosts Ben and V were very welcoming and nothing was too much if needed anything ....
  • Catherine
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Comfy beds, gorgeous view of the lake, lovely hosts and yummy breakfast!
  • Gary
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Friendly atmosphere ,clean & comfortable And excellent food .
  • Brooks
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely stay, will go again. Quality breakfasts and quality atmosphere, rooms were very tastefully decorated and beds were very comfy, also bed duvets were very good quality feathered not too hot or heavy, organic quality toiletries. The honesty...
  • Joanne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Super comfortable and homely. Great facilities. And Sally got a sausage in the morning, which was great super dog friendly .
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very nice stay. Good breakfast. Well looked after. Good location. Good local amenities.
  • Jamie
    Netherlands Netherlands
    We had a very nice stay at the Ouse Bridge Guest House. Virginia and Ben are truly wonderful hosts who ensure that their guests are well looked after. We were there on a cycling holiday and were allowed to keep our bikes locked in the shed. We...
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Fantastic stay at Ouse Bridge House, cosy room, stunning lake view from our room, Delicious and plentiful breakfast, our dog Sid loved his Sausage each morning, Virginia and Ben are Fantastic hosts.
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful views of the lake. Fantastic breakfast and lovely hosts.

Managed by Virginia and Ben

Company review score: 9.7Based on 166 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Virginia and Ben have 3 lovely daughters who will enjoy making you feel at home. They all love health and fitness, walking up the local fells, swimming in the lake next to the house and exploring everything the Lake District has to offer. Virginia is also a registered Nutritional Therapist and Pilates instructor and Ben is a keen marital artist, having 5 black belts in Karate, another one in Jeet Kune Do and a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - he is the assistant coach to the England JKS Karate squad. He is also very passionate about coffee!!

Property info

We are a family run guesthouse in the heart of the Lake District and directly opposite Bassenthwaite Lake. We aim to provide a relaxed atmosphere, excellent service, delicious choices of breakfasts including vegetarian and vegan options. The guesthouse is great value for money in a stunningly beautiful and peaceful location perfect for swimming, walking, cycling, kayaking and more. We are a dog friendly guesthouse (additional charge required) welcoming your dogs with sausages for breakfast and lots of love and attention. The guesthouse also has a drying room for your wet clothes / shoes as well as an honesty bar and a guest lounge for you to relax in. There is a wonderful pub (The Pheasant Inn) and a cafe (Bassenthwaite Lake Station Cafe) within walking distance and another fabulous pub (The Wheatsheaf) just 2 miles away. We offer packed lunches for you to take away (24hrs notice required) and Keswick is only 7 miles down the road, with Cockermouth just 5 miles - both have lots of wonderful restaurants and shop choices.

Neighborhood info

Quiet and peaceful with Bassenthwaite Lake right outside the front door, a lovely nature Reserve next door (Silver Meadows) but still only 5 miles from Cockermouth and 7 miles from Keswick. We have the Pheasant Inn within walking distance as well as the Bassenthwaite Station Cafe plus another fabulous pub just 2 miles away. Easy access to some of the best walks in the area.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

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From 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Check-out
From 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM
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Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
£20 per child, per night

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may apply.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

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