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Black Moss - Bassenthwaite

Bassenthwaite, near Keswick, Cumbria
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Downstairs bathroom
Complex
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At a glance

  • Pet-friendly holiday home nestled at the foot of magnificent Skiddaw fell
  • South-west-facing patio with views down towards Bassenthwaite and open countryside
  • Only 5 miles to the pretty market town of Keswick on the banks of Derwentwater
Property code: OC-92022

While away hours at a time gazing out towards Skiddaw from this inviting holiday home near Bassenthwaite Lake. Sleeping five guests, the three-bedroom retreat is 1.5 miles from Bassenthwaite village and 6 miles from the bustling Lakeland town of Keswick. Set with two other holiday homes inside the building, it enjoys great privacy and has its own patio that captures the panoramic views out across the Lake District.

Make your way into the building via the shared entrance hall. Step in through your own front door to find comfortable accommodation to suit parties of relatives or friends, including those wishing to bring dogs with them. Spend most of your time together in the generous lounge/kitchen/diner, where you can open the French doors on to the patio on sunny days. Spend cosy evenings in, watching TV or playing games, and take turns at whipping up hearty Cumbrian feasts in the kitchen area. Lay the table inside or out for your jolly holiday meals together. When you are ready to lay your head on your pillow, make your way up to the first floor, where a double bedroom, a twin and a single are all situated. The family bathroom is also up here. Wake up to glorious views and head downstairs for breakfast on the patio on summer mornings. Linger over your coffee as you take in the views down towards Bassenthwaite Lake.

Follow picturesque footpaths through the surrounding area. Visit Mirehouse and Gardens, less than 2 miles away, where you can stroll through pretty gardens and leafy woodland and walk beside the lake. There are also play areas for children. Head into Keswick to shop, dine out and walk beside Derwentwater. Hire canoes and kayaks or take a lake cruise from the marina at Portinscale, 8.5 miles from your holiday home.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 shower room with shower and WC, and 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Electric hob and oven, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher and microwave
  • TV and DVD player in the lounge
  • Patio area with seating and views of Bassenthwaite Lake
  • Private parking for 2 cars (spaces are in front of the property)
  • Shop 5 miles, pub and restaurant within a mile
  • Arrival: 15:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Holly Popham

This property is personally managed by Holly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 7 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Shellon 15th August 2025

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The cottage is a lot darker & smaller than the promo photos show. There is a flat above, we heard every footstep, furniture movement & dog bark, but we were accused of being noisy in the evenings. The driveway is very narrow & you need to work with the people in the next cottage to turn your cars around. The fire alarm testing works very well at 5:Read more45AM on the morning everybody is supposed to be out by 9:30am! If the owners need further feedback, please contact us directly. Hide

Reviewed by Sylvia 11th July 2025

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Reviewed by Britt 4th July 2025

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Superb cottage, we were here for the second time and enjoyed it to the fullest.

Reviewed by Kathryn 23rd May 2025

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Fabulous location. 10 minutes from Keswick centre, 20 from Cat-bells. The cottage has mostly everything you will need to cook & eat during your stay . Furniture is a little worn but comfy. Very warm. I was going to buy a national trust membership so I could save on the parking, but there is so many little parking places to use if you look. Try the Read morefootball club in Keswick, they have an honesty box, then a delightful walk through the park to town . Hide

Reviewed by Judith 4th April 2025

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The property was well set up and roomy. We had all we needed . . and expected. The views were excellent. Access and parking was easy. We enjoyed walking from the house - and there is lots we didn't have time to explore. The maps and books available were very useful. Thank you!!

Reviewed by Steve 1st November 2024

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Great location for Northern Lakes, lovely caretaker, accommodation was comfy and clean. Well equipped kitchen.

Reviewed by Shirley 6th September 2024

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Location

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Sallys Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.