Title: Bassenthwaite Farm Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bassenthwaite Farm Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms Cottage in Keswick with kitchen and fireplace ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103510000/103508700/103508657/fa23646d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103510000/103508700/103508657/f097967d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103510000/103508700/103508657/a49de01a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103510000/103508700/103508657/f1d2cb97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103510000/103508700/103508657/80636f07.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Bassenthwaite Farm Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom754 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bassenthwaite Farm Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms Nestled below Skiddaw and within a short walk from the lake which the village takes its name, Bassenthwaite is the perfect base for exploring the northern Lake District with activities and attractions on the doorstep. Dodd Wood, Ashness Bridge, Whinlatter Forest, Go Ape and the Lake District Wildlife Park are all within a short drive. The market town of Keswick and Derwentwater are a 20 minute drive with shops, pubs and restaurants along with attractions for young and old, the Puzzling Place and Pencil Museum are worth a visit. There is walking from the door, head over the Caldbeck fells and explore the nearby villages of Ireby and Uldale or explore some of the Wainwrights surrounding the village including Skiddaw, Helvellyn, Catbells and Latrigg. This ground floor, traditional cottage is converted from a 17th century barn, located on the owners working hill farm 2 miles south east of Bassenthwaite. Furnished and equipped to a high standard providing a home from home in a peaceful location it is perfect for escaping city life and recharging your batteries. Full of traditional character with beams and a wood burning stove, the cottage is the perfect all year round destination. Bassenthwaite Farm Cottage can be rented together with Fell View Cottage to sleep up to 9 guests, both cottages share a garden. The cottage has night storage heaters and wood burning stove to keep you warm and comprises: Porch surrounded by potted plants and a garden bench. Open plan lounge and kitchen with comfy sofa and armchair, TV and DVD player. Kitchen with electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer and microwave. Dining room. Double bedroom and first floor family bedroom with double and single bed and convenient wash basin. Bathroom with shower over bath, hand basin and WC. All electric, coal, logs, bed linen and towels are provided. Private parking for 2 cars. Cot and highchair available. There is a bench surrounded by potted plants to the front of the cottage and shared use of a garden at the other side of the farm yard. Please note that whilst the cottage is all ground floor there are a number of steps to the bedrooms. Shared use of a washing machine and tumble dryer located in one of the outhouses. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Wood stove ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 754 square feet ## Similar properties ![Garden Suite | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4500000/4493900/4493838/4a6145d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Borrowdale Gates Hotel Keswick - Parking included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Bar 9.6 Exceptional 87 reviews £180 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=4493838&PinnedHotelID=4493838&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36350000/36349100/36349083/58841582.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury lodge, Bassenthwaite,Nr Keswick, at the foot of Skiddaw. 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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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 638574 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.68071%2C-3.16550&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fqdiRuJdJgjD7iLmH-NNo0UR3Rk=) Bassenthwaite, Cumbria #### What's nearby - Bassenthwaite Lake - 6 min drive - 5.3 miles - Mirehouse & Gardens - 7 min drive - 5.8 miles - Lake District Wildlife Park - 7 min drive - 5.3 miles - Dubwath Silver Meadows - 8 min drive - 6.9 miles - Derwentwater - 14 min drive - 10.9 miles #### Getting around - Dalston (Cumbria) Station - 21 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 78 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Chief Justice Of The Common Pleas (Wetherspoon) - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Filling Station Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪Relish - ‬12 min drive - ‪Snooty Fox - ‬6 min drive - ‪Royal Oak - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bassenthwaite Farm Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Bassenthwaite Farm Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Bassenthwaite Farm Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bassenthwaite Farm Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bassenthwaite Farm Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms located? > Situated in Keswick, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Bassenthwaite Lake and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Skiddaw. Lake District Wildlife Park and Church Bay are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bassenthwaite Farm Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 5 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 23 Jun 2024 #### Great weekend stay Fantastic location, set in front of rolling hills on a working farm. Accommodation was more than sufficient for 4 people + a dog. Clean, tidy, well presented and great views. Friendly owners too.