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3 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite Lake

Escape to a peaceful haven with beautiful views towards Skiddaw from most rooms. Unwind by the open fire after exploring Bassenthwaite Lake’s sailing opportunities nearby.

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

3 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite Lake

Lovely location with large south facing gardens and adjoining woodland, an open fire and excellent facilities makes this an ideal holiday choice.. Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Range, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer, Fridge
Sun Room.
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Roll Top Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Initial logs for open fire included. Cot available on request. Telephone available.. Large lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and woodland. Garage with bike and canoe storage. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Visit England 4 Star.. Overwater Lodge was built at the turn of the 20th century as one of a pair of cottages for Overwater Hall. This three bedroomed semi-detached cottage has so much to offer as a delightful holiday retreat. With stunning views towards Skiddaw from most rooms, large south facing cottage garden and adjoining woodland. Overwater Lodge is perfect for adults and children alike, with space to relax and play.
Situated 3 miles north east of Bassenthwaite Lake, the area is perfect for walking, cycling and relaxing. The Reiver cycleway passes the cottage. Two bridleways lead alongside to Binsey Fell, Skiddaw and the Cumbrian Way. Overwater tarn is just a 2-minute walk. Within half an hours walk from Overwater Lodge there is the Sun Inn in Bassenthwaite village and the Snooty Fox and Mae’s Tearoom and Gallery in Uldale serving good food. Overwater Hall Hotel with its first class restaurant (serving coffee, light lunches, teas and dinners) is a 2-minute walk.
With an abundance of bird life, the occasional red squirrel and deer, Overwater Lodge enjoys a truly tranquil location.
Nearby there is sailing on Bassenthwaite Lake, Lake District Wildlife Park, Mirehouse Historic House Gardens and Osprey viewpoint. The Castle Inn Hotel and Armathwaite Hall Hotel are within 3 miles and between them offer spa treatments, spa days and outdoor pursuit activities, such as clay pigeon shooting and quad biking. Nearby Whinlatter Forest offers several trails and the Go Ape experience. Overwater Lodge is also just 5 minutes drive from The Lakes Distillery. Here there are tours of the distillery and an all day Bistro. Also nearby is Bassenthwaite Station, set in two old railway carriages, on the west side of Bassenthwaite Lake for breakfasts, lunches and teas.

There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Freezer

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Sailing nearby

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Holiday lodge with stunning views near the shore of Bassenthwaite Lake

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 44 reviews
Holiday lodge with stunning views near the shore of Bassenthwaite Lake

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

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About the neighborhood

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Bassenthwaite Lake

What's nearby

  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 4 min drive
  • Bassenthwaite Lake - 6 min drive
  • Skiddaw - 12 min drive
  • Derwentwater - 13 min drive
  • Lodore Falls - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Dalston (Cumbria) Station - 21 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Greyhound Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Lakes Distillery - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bassenthwaite Lake Station - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Pheasant Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sun Inn - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 3 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite Lake?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite Lake?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is 3 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite Lake located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Lake District Wildlife Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Bassenthwaite Lake and Dubwath Silver Meadows. Church Bay and Mirehouse & Gardens are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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3 bedroom accommodation in Bassenthwaite Lake Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

John

The location is great, particularly during the pandemic, as it is quite possible to spend days avoid
The location is great, particularly during the pandemic, as it is quite possible to spend days avoiding almost everyone in a comfortable property with great views, plenty of walks from the door and great wildlife coming to the garden. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Thank you for a wonderful time.
Thank you for a wonderful time. The house is amazing and surpassed all our expectations. MAgnificent views and the boot room was a bonus after a day's walking. Only shortcoming was the lack of instructions about how to work oven heating etc. We realised when we got home we have inadvertently packed first aid kit from house with our own. Where shall we post it back to.? ThIs again Liz Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Liz

Our second visit to this cottage and hopefully not our last.
Our second visit to this cottage and hopefully not our last. This is a well equipped and comfortable cottage that feels like somewhere you could live all year rather than a rental. It is well furnished, with comfy beds and good quality bedlinen, but not so smart you are afraid to touch anything. The heating is good and the open fire provides a cheerful focal point. The location is superb with stunning views from the back of the house over Skiddaw and the surrounding fells (weather permitting). You get this panorama from the roll top bath; perfect with a glass of wine and some bubbles. It is semi detached but after that the nearest building is the Overwater Hotel, so it feels quite remote. However the access road is fine and it is only a short drive to the main road from Keswick to Cockermouth. If you are lucky red squirrels and woodpeckers come to the garden but that depends on a regular supply of feed (we were unlucky this trip but the feed bins needed replenishing). There are plenty of things to do and places to eat within a reasonable distance. The Pheasant at Bassenthwaite was our favourite, with a quick stroll round the nature reserve to work up an appetite. There were a few (minor?) niggles this visit. There was clearly a problem with the dustbin collection; the bin was overflowing, with side waste bags including dirty nappies, when we arrived and not collected as scheduled during our visit. I reported it to council but if it continues it needs to be addressed by the letting agent. There is also an issue with the upstairs shower, which drains so slowly even a short shower threatens an overflow. I didn't feel the housekeeping was quite as good this visit; the fridges, washing machine and dishwasher all smelled stale and one fridge hadn't been wiped out while the other needed the little freezer defrosting. There were no bin bags (yet plenty of foil and cling film) and the kitchen waste bin hadn't been lined, no spare loo roll and no toilet cleaner upstairs, despite a request in the book to use a particular brand. I feel these basics should be provided as standard in all cottages. The containers of nuts and bird food were empty yet the owners want you to feed the wildlife. Perhaps on our last visit this had been left by the previous occupant but if the squirrels aren't fed they won't return. None of the above seriously affected our enjoyment and even the weather didn't dampen our spirits; as we left we were discussing what we might do next time we visit!
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

We really enjoyed our stay at Overwater Lodge again, the location is second to none.
We really enjoyed our stay at Overwater Lodge again, the location is second to none. The weather helped to make it a memorable holiday.
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10/10 Excellent

John

The cottage is very comfortable and relatively remote from most facilities and that really appeals t
The cottage is very comfortable and relatively remote from most facilities and that really appeals to us but won't appeal of you want shopping and cafes on the doorstep. The views from the garden and the abundance of wildlife are very good, including red squirrels if you put out hazelnuts for them.. This combination is what keeps bringing us back year after year.
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10/10 Excellent

Liz

This is a very comfortable and well located property, with fabulous views at the rear over Skiddaw (
This is a very comfortable and well located property, with fabulous views at the rear over Skiddaw (you get this view from the bathtub too!) You can reach Kendal and Cockermouth in about 15-20 minutes for groceries and there are places to eat out nearer. The garden is a haven for wildlife including woodpeckers and red squirrels and perfect for an evening BBQ or a glass of wine on the patio if the weather permits. We were lucky as it was mostly sunny and bright. Inside it is warm, light, comfortable and unpretentious. there are lots of thoughtful touches. Bed linen and towels were excellent quality. Had expected the downstairs loo and shower-room to be adjacent; they are not as the latter is off the utility. Also the sunroom is really an extension of the sitting room so no good if you want a separate room and some privacy. There is no mobile signal. None of these things detracted from our holiday or the excellence of the property. We found plenty to do in the area and would certainly consider a return visit. Highly recommend.
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8/10 Good

DR K

This is the second time we have stayed at this cottage.
This is the second time we have stayed at this cottage. We booked it due to the wild life, location in the North Lakes, amazing views, lived in feel of the cottage making it cosy / comfortable for families and the fantastic outside space for the kids to rum around. Couple of things hadn't been fixed in the year since we stayed, like the tap in the kitchen not letting hot water through- as no pressure. Presumably an easy fix, the shower kept blocking and overflowing in the tray and not letting water down. No internet which has its pluses and minuses... sometimes handy when looking for info on opening times. But Overwater Lodge is definitely a firm family favourite now of ours!
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

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A lovely quiet cottage
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Wonderful views.
Wonderful views. Alovely cottage to get away from it all.