Link House

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.4
Rated wonderful

Free Wifi

10

A 5-minute walk from Bassenthwaite Lake, this Victorian country guest house has forest and fells views and offers chic bedrooms, free high speed WiFi throughout the property. It is also a Visit England 4-star silver property. Free off road parking is also included. Each bedroom has a flat-screen TV. All have tea/coffee making facilities, a hair dryer, digital clock radio with iPad/iPhone dock and a shoe cleaning kit. In the morning, enjoy an award-winning full Cumbrian breakfast or a vegetarian alternative, alongside plenty of cereals, fruit and yogurt. Packed lunches as well as flasks filled with tea/coffee, are available on request. Locally sourced produce is used wherever possible. Link House also has a sunny guest lounge overlooking the mountains that can be enjoyed by all guests. The property is approximately 8 miles from the popular tourist town of Keswick and 5 miles from the old market town of Cockermouth. There are also many beautiful walks and cycle paths around.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

  • Free Parking Available On Site

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Julia
Netherlands Netherlands
“Katie and Pete are so friendly and welcoming. I had a lovely stay”
Callum
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything about our stay was exceptional. The breakfast was absolutely fantastic—fresh, delicious, and the perfect start to the day. The owners were incredibly welcoming, kind, and genuinely went out of their way to make us feel at home. They...”
Arx
Canada Canada
“Very nice, clean and beautiful guesthouse being managed by Pete & Katie. Stay was comfortable and hosts made all efforts to provide excellent service. Breakfast was set plates but quantities were quite ample.”
Wendy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything, it was a beautiful building in a fantastic location. Katie and Peter were fabulous hosts. The place was spotlessly clean and the breakfast was delicious.”
Shaun
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“A lovely old property that has been well loved and looked after. Everywhere was spotless and the owners were so welcoming and helpful and provided delicious breakfasts too.”
Juliet
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Really friendly owners and they were a fountain of knowledge on the area so well worth a chat for recommendations. You can tell they put a lot of effort into making Link House a really lovely place to stay. Great location with good walks and pubs...”
Phil
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent breakfast. Comfortable room. Stunning views from the windows. Pretty picnic benches outside”
Amy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The hosts were very friendly and the breakfast was very nice. Location was perfetct”
Mark
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Nice location away from the hustle and bustle of Keswick. Great hosts and lovely breakfast. Bus stop right outside and 10 minutes walk to the Pheasant Inn for a good evening meal.”
Mark
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Room is more than adequate, very very friendly owners. the Breakfast is amazing! And then there is the view! Very quiet, beautiful to just sit outside and enjoy the atmosphere.”

Managed by Katie and Pete

Company review score: 9.7Based on 128 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We have lived in the Lakes for many years and enjoy walking and exploring the local area. If you need any advice on walks or visitor attractions please don't hesitate to ask!

Property info

We have decorated Link House in a sympathetic way to the period whilst adding modern twists for your comfort. We have a guest lounge with a fridge for you to use along with a lovely garden with picnic benches so you can relax.

Neighborhood info

Link House is a late Victorian Country Guest House, situated close to Bassenthwaite Lake with stunning views of both forests and fells. Traditionally built, this country house enjoys stunning views of the forest and surrounding fells including the 3046 feet Skiddaw and Sale Fell. The sunny aspect gives a warm and comfortable atmosphere in which to relax and feel at home. We are situated a short distance from the A66 at the northern tip of Bassenthwaite Lake; approximately 8 miles from the popular tourist town of Keswick and 5 miles from the old market town of Cockermouth with the X5 bus stop outside the door. Link House is in the quieter part of the Lake District National Park, yet with access to many interesting places to visit such as the Whinlatter Visitor Centre and Dodd Wood where the Ospreys who nest nearby each year, can be viewed. It makes an ideal base for walkers, cyclists, sailors ( we are 500 metres to Bassenthwaite Sailing Club), wedding guests ( less than 2 miles from Armathwaite Hall), or anyone attending courses at Higham Hall. We are also within walking distance of Bassenthwaite Lake Station, The Pheasant Inn and The Lakes Distillery.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Link House

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib always available
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

No age restriction
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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Link House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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