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Link Hideaway

Bassenthwaite, Lake District
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Pub nearby
Romantic
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Perfect location for a romantic retreat with an enclosed garden for your canine pals
  • Downstairs bedroom and bathroom with upstairs lounge to enjoy the views
  • Situated close to Lake Bassenthwaite and between the popular towns of Keswick and Cockermouth
Overview
Property code: 88490

Escape for a romantic, rural retreat filled with waterside walks and cosy nights in. Your dogs are welcome to adventure by your side and enjoy this fabulous location.

Nestled in the pretty hamlet of Dubwath situated on the edge of Lake Bassenthwaite with so much to explore in the immediate area. Only 200 metres from the sailing club and Bassenthwaite Lake Station where you can enjoy a cream tea on board the Orient Express train or a murder mystery evening! The Lakes Distillery is less than a mile away and offers tours and has a lovely bistro to enjoy a spot of lunch. Walkers and cyclists are spoilt with some brilliant bike tracks in Whinlatter Forest which is 8 miles away and there are some fabulous walks from your door: explore Sale Fell by walking from the cottage, directly in front of the main house or Dubwath Silver Meadows Nature Reserve opposite Bassenthwaite Lake Station.

 Walking through the enclosed garden, you enter the property into the useful hallway with storage for coats and muddy walking boots. You will then find the comfortable bedroom on the ground floor, which is a super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up as a twin on request). The bedroom offers a peaceful retreat to switch off after a day exploring with pretty views over the garden. There is an en-suite shower room with a shower and WC. Head up the stairs to the first floor to find the bright lounge with a Smart TV, dining area and views over the open fields. It is a great place to sit quietly and watch the local wildlife and birds. The kitchen is off the lounge, compact yet well equipped and has everything you need to prepare a hearty breakfast or romantic evening meal. There is an electric oven and hob, fridge with freezer compartment, slimline dishwasher and microwave.

Venturing outside, there is an enclosed garden with seating offering the perfect area for al fresco dining, or perhaps enjoying a nice glass of wine. You may also get the opportunity to spot regular visitors including squirrels, rabbits and lots of garden birds. There is off-road parking available for one car.

  • 1 bedroom - 1 king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up as a twin on request)
  • 1 bathroom with shower and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge with freezer compartment, slimline dishwasher, air fryer and microwave
  • Smart TV
  • Enclosed garden and patio with seating
  • Lockable storage available for bikes / kayaks
  • Off-road parking for one car
  • Shop 5 miles, pub 0.5 miles away
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Holly Popham

This property is personally managed by Holly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 23 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Neal 5th October 2024

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A really enjoyable stay at Link Cottage, which was comfortable and had all the amenities required for a week away from home with our two dogs. The location is ideal to visit many of the lakes and our hosts Pete and Katie were always available but never intrusive. A really great weeks holiday.

Reviewed by Paul 10th August 2024

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We have just had a lovely week in the upside down cottage. All of the facilities were delightful and we will gladly return. The location offers easy access to Keswick, Cockermouth and the surrounding area with a multitude of activities and places to eat. Peter and Katie were first rate hosts with a wealth of local knowledge to share.

Reviewed by gillian 3rd August 2024

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great location and fantastic view from the upper living room floor, hares, deers and lots of birds

Reviewed by Jackie 27th July 2024

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Reviewed by Sarah 15th July 2024

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We had a wonderful time at Link Cottage, the garden is great and was safe for our dog. Did some walking in the area before travelling to Scotland. Pete and Katie gave us a very warm welcome. Would really recommend this place!

Reviewed by diane 14th June 2024

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An amazing location with brilliant access across the lakes. Pete and Katie have thought of everything and this is an absolutely fabulous cottage.

Reviewed by Jonathan 7th June 2024

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Excellent property, friendly owner, generous welcome pack, great secure garden area for the dogs. Comefortable bed (very big). Couldn't fault it

Reviewed by Guy 30th May 2024

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Pete and Katie were very welcoming and helpful - especially for us 'tourists' looking for local attractions! The Cottage location is great - away from the busier 'hot spots'. We would recommend the Cottage to anyone for a great getaway. 11 out of 10. Thanks Pete and Katie.

Reviewed by Diane 20th April 2024

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Met on arrival by one of our hosts Pete who was very welcoming. The cottage was beautiful and really well equipped and comfortable and the welcome pack was amazing. One of the nicest places Ive stayed in. Enclosed garden was great for our 2 dogs. Great base for exploring the Lake District. I would definitely recommend Link Hideaway and will definitRead moreely be returning for another stay Hide

Reviewed by Christopher 30th March 2024

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Owners of the cottage we're very friendly and welcoming. Great cottage to stay in , in a great location with lots of walking close by ,as well as things to do. Had a lovely stay and would recommend

Reviewed by Clare 30th September 2023

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Reviewed by Paula 19th August 2023

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A wonderful cottage, perfect for us 2 + the dogs! The small private garden is a total bonus for letting the dogs out early morning. The bed is huge, there is loads of wardrobe space and lots of coat hangers! Normally you get about 3-4 but there was about 15 sturdy ones. Nice big shower too. Perfectly placed for the northern lakes with BassenthwaiteRead more lake station & the Pheasant Inn in walking distance. Highly recommend Hide

Reviewed by Nicola 12th August 2023

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Link House is a perfect place to stay to explore the quieter area of the Lakes. So many amazing walks within a short drive. Keswick is minutes away, a lovely town for a wander. The house had everything we needed, was so comfortable and the dogs settled straight away. Lovely walk from the house to Silver Meadow reserve for the dogs. The Pheasant is Read morea really nice pub and a short walk away. Pete and Katie were the perfect hosts, lovely couple very knowledgeable of the area. Thank you so much. Hide

Reviewed by Lesley 22nd July 2023

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The location of the cottage was perfect as we wanted somewhere that was quiet where we could relax. The bonus was that we were able to watch a Barn Owl in the field hunting which we could watch from the upstairs lounge window. The cottage is compact but for two people it was just fine.

Reviewed by Jenny 15th July 2023

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Reviewed by Virginia 1st July 2023

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A lovely and tastefully decorated cottage. Owners are lovely & friendly! The upside down layout gives fab views of the countryside. Good parking. Comfy bed, lots of storage, well equipped kitchen. Garden needs a bit of tlc to sit out comfortably. WiFi is hit & miss. Cottage ideally located for Keswick, Cockermouth, Whinlatter Forest, lovely walks iRead morencluding a couple of access points for Bassenthwaite Lake plenty of dog friendly pubs & cafes. Would stay again! Hide

Reviewed by Valerie 10th June 2023

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Link Hideaway and its hosts Pete and Katie, gave us a lovely week from the outset, with a generous welcome basket of treats (including for the dog!) and high quality accommodation, with elegant furnishings and our own safely-fenced garden. The bed was superbly comfortable. They were always helpful and concerned that all was going well. The locationRead more suited us perfectly - still in the Lakes but quieter and more peaceable than the more touristy areas. Highly recommended. Hide

Reviewed by Nick 3rd June 2023

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Really excellent accommodation with first class facilities. Dog friendly and lots to do in the area. Ideal location for a break in the Lakes. Great welcome from Pete and Katie and the welcome pack was a really nice touch.

Reviewed by Kathryn 27th May 2023

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The perfect place to relax and unwind. The hideaway is spotlessly clean and freshly decorated, its well appointed and the bed is very comfortable. I cant think of anything else you would need from a self catering property for two. Along with us, our dog also appreciated the enclosed sunny private garden. Pete and Katie are absolutely lovely hosts wRead moreho have a keen eye for detail and theyre there if you need them. Pete provided some much appreciated info on local walks to get us started too. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 20th May 2023

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The cottage is ideally placed between Keswick and Coockermouth in a road off the A66 by Bassenthwaite Lake. It is ideal for a couple with a lovely enclosed garden and tucked quietly behind the guest house with a good parking space. Pete and Katie are very welcoming owners and have lots of advice on request for walks etc. The property is clean well Read morefurnished and very comfortable with the sitting room upstairs for views. The Pheasant Inn 5 mins walk away does very good food. Recommended. Hide

Reviewed by Scott 6th May 2023

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Reviewed by Vivienne 25th March 2023

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Cosy, and warm cottage. Ideal for couples with dogs as the enclosed garden was great. Perfect location for site seeing and visiting areas of interest.

Reviewed by Catherine 19th March 2023

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