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Marley's Lodge

Bassenthwaite, near Keswick, Cumbria
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Quirky
Internet access
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • A charming, pet friendly barn conversion, perfect for a family stay
  • Relax with a drink on the patio area after a days exploring
  • Only 7 miles to the pretty market town of Keswick with an abundance of shops and eateries
Overview
Property code: OC-83286

Enjoy lakeside hikes and hill walks with up to two contented canines when you book a stay at this stone holiday home in the village of Bassenthwaite in the Lake District. Set approximately 1 mile from beautiful Bassenthwaite Lake, known for its rare wildlife, the single-storey, converted barn sleeps six guests as well as a pair of their furry friends. Approximately 7 miles from the bustling market town of Keswick, it is also well placed for days out to picturesque Derwentwater.

Call your pups into the barn and through to the character-filled lounge, with its revealed stone and timberwork. Let Fido and Fred doze off in a corner, with the garden door open on warm days, while you select your evening’s TV viewing or perhaps choose a DVD. Head through into the kitchen/diner to prepare delicious meals for your party and to feed your hungry hounds. Run yourself a long, hot bath at the end of each busy day; find you have two king-size bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room, and a twin bedroom to choose between. Wake up to take the pups out for a morning stroll around the village then return home to enjoy a leisurely breakfast in the shared courtyard. There is parking for two cars with this holiday home.

Enjoy a multitude of great walks in the area, including up famous Skiddaw, 5 miles away, where pups who are happy to scramble a bit can accompany you up to the summit to take in the impressive views. Plan family days out to other beauty spots in the Lake District, where your four-legged friends are just as welcome as you are. Discover the gardens at Mirehouse, for example, less than 4 miles away, where hounds and humans alike can explore the woods and follow nature trails.

  • 3 bedrooms – 2 king-size and 1 twin
  • 2 Bathrooms – 1 en-suite bathroom with shower and WC and 1 family bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Gas oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and microwave
  • Smart TV/DVD in the lounge
  • Private parking to the front of the property for 2 cars
  • Shared laundry room on site
  • Pubs, restaurant and shop within 2 miles
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Lyndsey Campbell Casson

This property is personally managed by Lyndsey.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Ann 24th May 2026

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This is a very comfy and well equipped cottage in a pleasant rural location. The kitchen is a bit gloomy but the dining room/table is a good size with good lighting for eating and playing games. Mire House is a lovely place to visit and just down the road.

Reviewed by Brett 4th April 2026

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We had no hot water for 5 days, the people staying above us even after communication with them had 2 young children that ran around the apartment sounding like baby elephants, this would start from 7AM and continue until 10:PM each night, I did ask the parents to stop this from continuing, however they did not seem to be bothered if we were disturbRead moreed each day or not. the apartment we stayed in (Marley) could do with a little refurbishment, some of the ceilings were showing signs of having had bad leaks from the apartment above with paint and plaster cracking and looking loose, the curtains in the main living room were in need of a good wash or being replaced, the room with the washing machine and dryer was in a desperate state of needed all the spiders and cob webs removing, we felt like Indiana Jones the room was that full of webs and very dusty and dirty in there. Hide

Reviewed by Donna 6th January 2026

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The cottage is in a beautiful setting and perfectly positioned for visiting Keswick, Braithwaite etc. The Castle Inn is handy for meals out as it is within a short walk of the cottage. Sadly, during our trip, we experienced issues with damp and mould in both the kitchen and the twin bedroom. Our son ended up unable to sleep in the twin room due tRead moreo feeling unwell when in there. When we investigated there was considerable mould around the window, on the wall at the bottom of the bed and in the corner of the room. He ended up sleeping on the sofa in the lounge for 2 nights and we left a day early so that he could get a good nights sleep. During our visit, my Dad got stuck in the shower cubicle in the ensuite. This was reported and someone attended to fix the problem, however it remained an issue for the remainder of the time we were there. Hide

Reviewed by Linda 10th October 2025

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House in a good location Good for family groups but the kitchen is needing updated

Reviewed by David 15th September 2025

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A very comfortable stay with all you require, beds very comfortable , cottage very clean and lots of hot water , beware the shower it can be very hot! A good quality TV and WiFi. Watch out for the chickens in the morning, they came up to the big windows to torment our dog!

Reviewed by David 29th August 2025

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Reviewed by Caroline 22nd August 2025

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Clean tidy and peaceful with all the amenities you would need

Reviewed by Sally 15th August 2025

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Lovely cottage in a great location for exploring the surrounding area. Property is very well equipped with everything you could need. Plenty of storage in all rooms, very spacious and comfortable.

Reviewed by Annette 8th August 2025

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Maintenance needs improving. There was black mould in the twin room at side and behind wardrobe. The water was dangerously hot for children's use. There was a strong smell of damp in the kitchen. Damp marks on ensuite

Reviewed by Catherine 15th June 2025

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Reviewed by Lynne 11th April 2025

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The cottage is in a beautiful location. Very spacious. Only negative maybe could do with some decoration and updating in the kitchen.

Reviewed by Steve 23rd March 2025

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Great accommodation will definitely be back. Very spacious clean and well equipped. Good modern TV too

Reviewed by Helen 15th October 2024

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We had a lovely stay at marley's Lodge. It was very comfortable and well equipped and plenty of space for our party(5 adults and a dog). Tea coffee and biscuits were provided on arrival. Beds were comfortable and there was plenty of hot water.

Reviewed by Julie 27th September 2024

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We had a wonderful stay thank you very much and i loved Marleys Lodge. We will definitely be back.

Reviewed by Ruth 31st August 2024

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Fabulous place to stay and in a perfect location to be far enough away from town not to suffer noisy pubs or passers by or light pollution but still having fab views of the valley, very close to Bassenthwait water and in perfect location to reach all of the lakes with ease or to take an hours trip to Hadrians wall.

Reviewed by Raymond 16th August 2024

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The cottage is in a lovely location, and on the whole is well equipped. Standards of cleanliness weren't met and the vaccum cleaner left was filthy and broken. There were damp issues in the third bedroom and a nasty smell as a result. Lack of soundproofing meant Noise issues from property above. Issues raised during our stay with Management CompanyRead more, but no acknowledgement or response. Hide

Reviewed by David 5th July 2024

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A good location, a what3words location would help location as the postcode is inaccurate. The cottage has good sized rooms and lovely views of the hills. The oven would probably prove small for a larger family.

Reviewed by James 21st June 2024

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Canine 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.