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Link House

4.0 star property
Victorian guesthouse in Cockermouth with a bar

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Property entrance
Superior Double or Twin Room | Iron/ironing board
Double Room (Countryside View) | Miscellaneous
Breakfast area
Superior Double or Twin Room | Iron/ironing board

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Bassenthwaite Lake, Keswick, Cockermouth, England, CA13 9YD
  • Place, Bassenthwaite Lake
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Dubwath Silver Meadows
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Sale Fell
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Carlisle (CAX)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room (Countryside View) | Iron/ironing board

Double Room (Countryside View)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Iron/ironing board

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed | Iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Single Room | Iron/ironing board

Standard Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Cockermouth

Dubwath Silver Meadows is a short stroll from Link House, and other popular attractions like Lake District Wildlife Park are within a couple of miles (3 km). The 7 rooms at this 4-star guesthouse include coffee makers and flat-screen TVs.
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What's nearby

  • Bassenthwaite Lake - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dubwath Silver Meadows - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Sale Fell - 10 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Lodore Falls - 17 min drive - 12.2 miles

Getting around

  • Aspatria Station - 15 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Bitter End - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lakes Distillery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Pheasant Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Moota Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Koppers - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Link House

Victorian guesthouse in Cockermouth with a bar
Guests staying at Link House enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a library, and a garden. This smoke-free guesthouse also has a picnic area.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy flat-screen TVs. Coffee makers and free toiletries are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Library

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Picnic area

More

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The guesthouse can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Link House Hotel Bassenthwaite
Link House Bassenthwaite
Link Bassenthwaite
Link House Cockermouth
Link Cockermouth
Link House Guesthouse Cockermouth
Link House Guesthouse
Link House Cockermouth
Link House Guesthouse Cockermouth

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Link House?

Link House offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Link House?

This guesthouse in Cockermouth is within a 10-minute walk of Bassenthwaite Lake and Dubwath Silver Meadows. You'll also find Lake District Wildlife Park and Isel Hall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Link House?

No, there isn't parking at this guesthouse.

Does Link House have a casino?

No, Link House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Link House?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

Is Link House good for couples?

Couples staying at this guesthouse will appreciate amenities like a bar and a garden plus some accommodations include garden views.

Are there hot tubs at Link House?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Link House have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Link House doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Link House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Link House though service animals are welcome.

Does Link House have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Link House?

The closest major airport to Link House is Carlisle (CAX), which is about 25.7 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Link House?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Link House.

Link House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A wonderfully warm and welcoming place to stay

Link House is a welcoming beautifully located place to stay. Peter and Katie have created a warm and attentive atmosphere. They have an eye for detail and excel in hosting. The whole house was wonderfully clean, tastefully decorated and comfy. Breakfasts were lovely too! We definitely recommend a stay at Link House if heading to the Keswick area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our visit was due to local family illness! However, our initial reception was most friendly and most informative! Our room was excellent and our breakfast superb! A well run establishment that is a credit to Peter and Katie. Thank you both! P&P M!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hosts Peter & Katie were great & made us feel really welcome. Breakfast was lovely and sufficient portion sizes. Our room was clean & comfortable with a hillside view. Would recommend this lovely B & B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Delightful stay, highly recommended.

What a delightful stay. Very comfortable room in a quiet and beautiful location. We could not have asked for better hosts than Pete & Katie, who were very welcoming. Delicious fully cooked breakfast and parking included. Excellent value and highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raquel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pete and Katie are really nice. They will help with ideas on what to do and how to get to places. They make the place really homely and made me feel very welcome when I arrived. The room was really clean and the area really beautiful and quiet. Very relaxing. Thanks Katie and Pete
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely place to stay

We had a fantastic 2 night stay here. The couple who own it are lovely and very friendly. The room was a good size, clean, bright & airy and we had a beautiful view looking out towards the mountains. Breakfast was amazing. Nothing was too much trouble for this couple.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sian

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Can’t recommend enough, excellent stay, amazing breakfast, perfect hosts great place for a peaceful stay. Thank you Katie and Pete.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely 2 night stay at this property and we could not fault anything, the views from the property are amazing and Pete and Katie are the most welcoming hosts offering lovely clean rooms with a great selection of drinks in the room and a great breakfast each day. We will be back to stay again very soon
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Great Welcome to the Lakes

Weather great, hosts amazing, great breakfast and guest house beautiful. Thanks Pete and Katie
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly hosts, delicious breakfast, lovely stay

We had a lovely stay, Pete and Katie were very friendly and the house is beautiful. The room was clean and comfortable with everything we needed and in the mornings we enjoyed delicious breakfasts with a beautiful view. We chose to stay at Link House as we were going to the Lakes Distillery and it is easily walkable from the guest house. It’s a little too far away from Keswick or cockermouth to walk into town for dinner but if you don’t want to drive there is the x5 bus which we used to go to Keswick and it stops right outside the guesthouse.
The room
The view from the breakfast table
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Very friendly stay

Lovely, helpful and friendly hosts. Very quiet location with a great bus service that stops right outside. Breakfast very tasty. Unfortunately bed was a bit hard for our liking. But overall a nice stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and freindly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stein

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Stein

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A walking holiday in the Lakes, Link House proved an excellent base with friendly and helpful service and great local dining options too.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view. Hosts lovely. Breakfast great. Location was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend Break

Beautiful Bed & Breakfast in the Bassenthwaite / Keswick area. Comfy beds, nice & quiet with a great choice for breakfast. Pete & Katie were lovely welcoming hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019