Title: Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly Holiday home in Keswick with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly ![Exterior detail - Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly (Bassenthwaite)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78470000/78467300/78467248/f524ffcd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly (Bassenthwaite)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78470000/78467300/78467248/13532b2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly (Bassenthwaite)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78470000/78467300/78467248/e3873f7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books - Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly (Bassenthwaite)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78470000/78467300/78467248/5c943225.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books - Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly (Bassenthwaite)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78470000/78467300/78467248/feee1a7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Rivendell Holiday Cottage is nestled in the picturesque village of Bassenthwaite, 7 miles from Keswick and Derwent Water. This charming cottage offers a spacious living room with a wood burner, open plan kitchen and dining area with an Aga that adds to its rustic charm, three cozy bedrooms, bathroom and shower room. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6269 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly Rivendell Holiday Cottage is situated in the picturesque rural village of Bassenthwaite, 7-miles away from the bustling town of Keswick and Derwent Water. Formally, a barn belonging to the adjacent farm, the property now offers a spacious living room, open plan kitchen and dining area, three spacious bedrooms, a bathroom and a shower room. This Lake District cottage is a great choice for families or friends to enjoy a relaxing holiday in a peaceful location, perhaps a BBQ in the adjacent enclosed garden complete with a summer house. Bassenthwaite Village itself is gorgeous, with tree-lined lanes, a mixture of residential properties intertwined with patches of farmland with grazing livestock, and overlooked by the majestic Skiddaw fell. The village benefits from a local pub called The Sun Inn with a large beer garden, and a gentle stream, home to ducks. Accommodation Summary Ground Floor: Living room: With wood burner and 31" Freesat TV, a selection of books, games and DVDs, and fab views of Skiddaw and the village green. Kitchen/dining room: With electric oven, induction hob, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine, fridge and dishwasher. Dining table for six guests. Utility room: With freezer and washing machine and a rear door with a pathway leading to the front of the property. First Floor: Accessed by carpeted stairs, with a secure handrail. Bedroom 1: With double bed, a feature fireplace, triple aspect windows with views of Skiddaw and the village green. Bedroom 2: With double bed, views of the village lane. Bedroom 3: With twin beds., view of the village lane. Bathroom: With a bath, toilet, pedestal basin, and heated towel rail. Shower room: With shower cubicle, a toilet, basin and a heated towel rail. Things To Note Short breaks are available throughout the year, with arrivals on a Monday or a Friday. Weekly Stays - Friday to Friday. A travel cot, high chair and a stair gate are available on request. Two well-behaved dogs are welcome, free of charge. The Aga in the kitchen is decorative only and it is no longer in use. Reserved parking for one car. Additional unrestricted parking on the village lane. Secure bicycle storage is available. Superfast broadband is available, suitable for streaming, or for guests needing to carry out a bit of work whilst away. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 269 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70140000/70130200/70130177/5d3a85a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Cottages To Rent In Cumbria – Derwent House Appleby-In-Westmorland - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=70130177&PinnedHotelID=70130177&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32931200/32931185/8e9cce58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite Lake Bassenthwaite Lake - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.4 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=32931185&PinnedHotelID=32931185&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/99000000/98370000/98363600/98363538/be933fd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Orrest Head Cottage, located on the footpath to the famous Orrest Head walk. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 600614 ## About the area Keswick is home to this holiday home. Derwent Pencil Museum and Keswick Museum and Art Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mirehouse & Gardens and Isel Hall. Lake District Wildlife Park and Womenrock are also worth visiting. [Visit our Keswick travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Keswick.dx4371) [View more Holiday homes in Keswick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Keswick-Private-Holiday-Homes.d4371-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C54.67908%2C-3.19489&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=T4x44OwvfZhSohA2en4K2ypZffc=) Bassenthwaite, Keswick ### What's nearby - Bassenthwaite Lake \- 3 min drive \- 2.5 miles - Lake District Wildlife Park \- 3 min drive \- 2.5 miles - Derwentwater \- 13 min drive \- 9.5 miles - Lodore Falls \- 18 min drive \- 12.5 miles - Lake Windermere \- 38 min drive \- 29.9 miles ### Getting around - Workington Station - 21 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 52 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Greyhound Inn - ‬7 min drive - ‪Relish - ‬10 min drive - ‪Snooty Fox - ‬6 min drive - ‪Golden Lion - ‬10 min drive - ‪Brysons - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly? ### What time is check-out at Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly? ### Where is Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Rivendell Cottage - 7-Miles from Keswick, dog-friendly Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Diane S. 12 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage. Perfect location. Will definitely be coming back. We all had a wonderful time. Excellent ##### Diane S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie K. 8 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Rivendell Lovely property in tranquil location comfortably accommodating 4 generations. Summerhouse was added bonus. Overall very comfortable with lots of amenities/crockery etc. Will defo book again - in fact some of the party already have! ##### Julie K. 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