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Living area | Holly Bank, Bassenthwaite, near Keswick

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Bassenthwaite, near Keswick
  • Place, Bassenthwaite Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake District Wildlife Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lodore Falls
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

4 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick

Fabulous detached bungalow with lake and fell views, 2 acres of private grounds and ample parking. All on the Ground Floor:

Living room: TV, Freesat, DVD Player, CD Player, DAB Radio, Woodburner

Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer

Conservatory: Sliding Doors Leading To Decked Area

Games Room: TV, CD Player, DAB Radio, Playstation 3

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bedroom 4: Bunk (3ft) Beds

Bathroom: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating (partial underfloor), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair available on request. Telephone (incoming and free local calls only). . 2-acre grounds with woodland, lawns, summerhouse, garden furniture and BBQ. Bike store (in boot room).Parking for 5 cars. Visit England 4 Star. Visit England Gold Award property. Please note: There is a public right of way and a stream within the grounds.. Holly Bank enjoys stunning views, looking out across the valley to the lake and mountains, stretching from Skiddaw, Sale Fell and Lords Seat to the Borrowdale peaks. This detached bungalow has an elevated position on the outskirts of Bassenthwaite village, in the vicinity of the osprey nesting site. It has been renovated and fully refurbished, providing fabulous facilities, panoramic views from most rooms. The living room has inviting leather sofas and there is dining furniture both in the conservatory and kitchen. The games room doubles as an office space with a desk and office chair - there’s even a sofa in here. The boot room is ideal for drying off your wet dogs and boots. The bathroom and en-suites have underfloor heating and shaver points for your convenience, and outside is an exercise area for your four legged friend.

The Sun Inn and Castle Inn Hotel are each within a five minute walk, both serving real ale and food. The vibrant market towns of Keswick and Cockermouth are 10 minutes’ drive away with a local bus service from the Castle Inn.

Holly Bank can be booked together with Osprey Cottage (CC113116) 200 metres away, to accommodate up to 12 guests.

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Suitable for up to 3 pets

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 3 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Important information

You need to know

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 no 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Keswick

Keswick is home to this cottage. Amethyst Health and Beauty and Brayton Park Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dubwath Silver Meadows and Solway Coast. Lake District Wildlife Park and Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre are also worth visiting.
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Bassenthwaite, near Keswick

What's nearby

  • Bassenthwaite Lake - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Derwentwater - 12 min drive - 16.6 km
  • Lodore Falls - 19 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Lake Windermere - 39 min drive - 49.5 km

Getting around

  • Aspatria Station - 20 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Greyhound Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Jaspers Coffee House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bitter End - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mae’s Tea Rooms & Gallery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 4 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick?

As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 4 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick on 16 May 2026 start from NZ$741, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 4 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 4 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite, near Keswick located?

Situated in Keswick, this cottage is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Lake District Wildlife Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Bassenthwaite Lake and Dubwath Silver Meadows. Church Bay is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

6.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

6.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deborah Smith

Beautiful home in a beautiful location.

Beautiful home in a beautiful location. You can’t get bored of the views. Would highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jason

We had a lovely stay.

We had a lovely stay. Fantastic view. Good local short walks. Clean and tidy house with good facilities. Loved the wood burning stove for the cool evenings. A very enjoyable and pleasant stay. Happy to recommend this cottage
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

James

Great place to stay.

Great place to stay. Amazing views from the bedroom, lounge, decking area and sun house. Also, has a secure enclosed garden for people with dogs. Looking to book again for next year. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

We absolutely loved our stay at Holly Bank.

We absolutely loved our stay at Holly Bank. Entry was very easy via the keysafe. Every little touch and home comfort had been thought of - the beds were extremely comfortable, the kitchen was the most well-equipped of any holiday let I have previously stayed in, and the under floor heating in the ensuite bathrooms was an absolute treat! Couple all this with the incredible views, and it made for the perfect Lake District stay. Would definitely go again and recommend to friends. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gill

This was our 4th visit to Holly Bank and again it didn't disappoint.

This was our 4th visit to Holly Bank and again it didn't disappoint. Plenty of room for 6 adults, 2 children and the dog. The cottage, as usual, was very clean and tidy. The only downside was the patio furniture, which has been commented on by previous occupants. There was only 4 chairs, one of which was broken, which is not enough for 8 people. The spare chairs in the summer house were also broken. Definitely need replacing. Luckily we took fishing chairs with us. Glad to see the decking was replaced since we stayed last year. Again, the children were grateful for the teddy bears left on their beds, thank you. We were lucky enough to see a red squirrel every day. The weather was also kind to us. Will certainly return again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Holly Bank Cottage was an ideal break for our family, it had everything we needed to enjoy our stay

Holly Bank Cottage was an ideal break for our family, it had everything we needed to enjoy our stay in the Lake District. As a family we have been staying in self catering accommodation for 36 years and this cottage had the best equipped kitchen we have experienced. The accommodation was clean on arrival, there was plenty of space for 7 adults, although my daughter did find it an experience sleeping on a top bunk for the first time in years, as she couldn’t get into the bottom bunk. The grounds are extensive, a little hilly but our dogs did enjoy hunting for rabbits and following the scents of the wildlife around the garden. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen

A quiet area with breathtaking views, well appointed and comfortable.

A quiet area with breathtaking views, well appointed and comfortable. Easy walk to village with good local pub and only 15mins from main town of Keswick and other places of interest. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shonna

Very nice.

Very nice. No local amenities except a pub 15 min walk away. Views were spectacular. Garden furniture was inadequate for 6 people and needed be replaced. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

L

Lovely holiday home Views fantastic Well set up and clean garden on slope not suitable for everyone We had a great time Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Gathered my family here for Christmas week, 6 adults, 2 children and 3 dogs.

Gathered my family here for Christmas week, 6 adults, 2 children and 3 dogs. Everything we needed, the owner had put up lovely decorations and a real Christmas tree beautiful. Plenty of room for our family to have quiet time.We all love walking so plenty of signed foot paths and a friendly pub close by in the village. Can’t recommend Holly Bank enough, we’ve booked again for a different time of your.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Gathered my family here for Christmas week, 6 adults, 2 children and 3 dogs.

Gathered my family here for Christmas week, 6 adults, 2 children and 3 dogs. Everything we needed, the owner had put up lovely decorations and a real Christmas tree beautiful. Plenty of room for our family to have quiet time.We all love walking so plenty of signed foot paths and a friendly pub close by in the village. Can’t recommend Holly Bank enough, we’ve booked again for a different time of your.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Fantastic autumn break.

Fantastic autumn break. Whole family aged 20 to 90 plus dog, loved it. Something for everyone in a very well situated and equipped cottage.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mrs Karen F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Great views, maintenance lets it down.

The views from Holly Bank are amazing and truly gold star. Unfortunately the same can’t be said for the house. Several things let it down for us. The biggest issue was the fact that there is no mention of a public right of way in the description. While sitting in bed with a cup of tea admiring the view in the morning were startled on several occasions by the appearance of people walking directly past the the window! The dining chairs in the kitchen and conservatory were falling apart. One gave way while our son was holding his 5 month old daughter, no injuries but could have been worse. The decking outside the kitchen and conservatory is very slippery and rotten in places. There is a large area of damp on the wall by the window in the main bedroom. We didn’t use the summerhouse as the view is obscured by the trees in front of it. The boot room is more of a wood store, full of spiders and not accessible directly from within the house. On the positive side. The views from the house and conservatory are stunning, with Skiddaw to the left and Bassenthwaite lake to the front. The sunset over the lake one evening was incredible. We saw red squirrels in the garden, numerous wild birds and could hear owls all around at night time. The Sun Inn, just 10 minutes walk into the village, is friendly and serves good food and real ale. Keswick and Cockermouth are a 15 minute drive away with good selection of shops and eateries. Good market in Keswick on Thursday and Saturday. We were a party of 6 adults, one baby and 3 dogs and the property accommodated all of us comfortably.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Great property, views second to none.

Great property, views second to none. Well equipped, a couple of little tweaks would make it a 10/10, nothing major, I left a couple of suggestions in the book provided.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

We had the most amazing time.

We had the most amazing time. My son got married at Armthwaite Hall. We would go there again my grandchildren loved every minute. The any down fall is the public foot path. Dogs are not kept on leads. Went out with my dog and 2 dogs being walked apeared out of no were. We had young children with us so had to check that unleashed dogs other than our pets were not about. Would love to go back its amazing.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gill

Beautiful cottage, lovely location, amazing weather.

Beautiful cottage, lovely location, amazing weather. This is our third visit and we will definitely be back again. The grandchildren loved the lion teddies left for them, thank you. Put a couple of things in the improvement book, but nothing that spoiled our holiday and enjoyment of the cottage.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Loved this cottage, did not what to come home 🙁 great for are dogs, walks from the door.

Loved this cottage, did not what to come home 🙁 great for are dogs, walks from the door. Saw red squirrel’s every day. Already booked again for next year 😀
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

The cottage was ideal for walks etc.

The cottage was ideal for walks etc. The view was amazing and nice wildlife. Everything you needed was there and the lion cubs left for my grandchildren was a lovely touch. Drive steep but gave us no trouble and at one point had four cars.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Had a fantastic week at Holly Bank.

Had a fantastic week at Holly Bank. Garden beautiful and the view absolutely stunning. Would stay again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Alice

Very comfortable and ideal for us.

Very comfortable and ideal for us. 3 couples and 3 dogs. Super view. Large garden with access to walks.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Val

W

We were aware there was a public footpath through the grounds of the property but did not expect a large party of teenagers peering in the windows of the bedrooms
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Julia

Fantastic cottage - visited many times.

Fantastic cottage - visited many times. Views are second to none. House is lovely inside and it feels like our second home. Downsides: 1) Access into the house is extremely poor for anyone with limited mobility - many narrow concrete steps with no (or wobbly) handrails. Sadly we may not be able to return because of this. 2) Bedrooms, other than the master bedroom, are very small.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sue

Lovely spacious cottage, kids loved the garden with stream, the woods and garden house.

Lovely spacious cottage, kids loved the garden with stream, the woods and garden house. Good location for local and further afield walks. Downside was the journey to the outskirts of Keswick or Cockermouth for food shopping. Ideal for summer with patio area.

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