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Ouse Bridge House

4.0 star property
Guesthouse with free breakfast, a quick walk to Bassenthwaite Lake

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Superior Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Lounge
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Located close to Lake District Wildlife Park and Bassenthwaite Lake, Ouse Bridge House provides free full breakfast and a bar. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Family Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Family Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Standard Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Cockermouth, Ouse Bridge House is near a boardwalk/promenade. Castlerigg Stone Circle is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bassenthwaite Lake and Derwentwater. Don't miss out on a visit to Lake District Wildlife Park. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing, mountain biking, and horse riding nearby.
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Bassenthwaite Lake, Nr Keswick, Cockermouth, England, CA13 9YD

What's nearby

  • Bassenthwaite Lake - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Derwentwater - 9 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 10 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Buttermere Lake - 16 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Lodore Falls - 17 min drive - 19.6 km

Getting around

  • Workington Station - 17 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bassenwaithe Lake Station - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Snooty Fox - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cock and Bull - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seths Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bitter End - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Ouse Bridge House

Upscale guesthouse near Bassenthwaite Lake
Located close to Lake District Wildlife Park, Ouse Bridge House provides free full breakfast and a bar. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Luggage storage and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, heating, and daily housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Ouse Bridge House Hotel Bassenthwaite
Ouse Bridge House Hotel
Ouse Bridge House Bassenthwaite
Ouse Bridge House
Ouse Bridge House Cockermouth, Cumbria
Ouse Bridge House Guesthouse Cockermouth
Ouse Bridge House Guesthouse
Ouse Bridge House Cockermouth
Ouse Bridge House Guesthouse
Ouse Bridge House Cockermouth
Ouse Bridge House Guesthouse Cockermouth

Frequently asked questions

Is Ouse Bridge House pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of GBP 25 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Ouse Bridge House?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Ouse Bridge House?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM.

What time is check-out at Ouse Bridge House?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ouse Bridge House located?

Situated near a boardwalk/promenade, this guesthouse is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bassenthwaite Lake and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Lake District Wildlife Park. Derwentwater and Theatre By The Lake are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Ouse Bridge House Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 111 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 111 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 111 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 111 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 111 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Wonderful

Very Fiendly Host...Nice location and pleasant stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely family....good breakfast....bus stop easy reach for keswick...short walk to lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Positioned in a lovely peaceful location at the north end of the lakes well away from the madding growds
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faith

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

Beautiful house, awesome location!

Lovely stay! The family that owns the house are so friendly & helpful, they help make you feel right at home. Stellar location overlooking the lake. Great walking path across the street. Very quiet, I rested well here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Philip

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

A clean room with a beautiful view

Very clean an well presented ,nothing to much trouble for virginia &ben.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely find at the end of Bassenthwaite! A last minute booking for myself to get up the Lake District. Friendly owners. Good breakfast! Great location to explore the area. Will definitely look to stay here again in the future! I took in Blencathra, Hellvelyn and Cat Bells the weekend I visited, as well as spending time in nearby Keswick.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

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

Through the Western Lake District

Wonderful stop, as we travelled North. Ben and Virginia were gracious hosts, so warm and welcoming. Nothing was too much trouble. We were encouraged to treat the place as our own and the breakfast, made to order, was delicious!! The Pheasant is a three minute walk away for a cheeky pint or a lovely lunch/evening meal. Although slightly more expensive, it’s worth it to be able to stagger back and not worry about driving. The bus is also at the end of the driveway and will take you into Keswick should you wish. Thank you both for a lovely stay. My only suggestion would be for comfy chairs out front so to take in the fantastic scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

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

Through the Western Lake District

Wonderful stop, as we travelled North. Ben and Virginia were gracious hosts, so warm and welcoming. Nothing was too much trouble. We were encouraged to treat the place as our own and the breakfast, made to order, was delicious!! The Pheasant is a three minute walk away for a cheeky pint or a lovely lunch/evening meal. Although slightly more expensive, it’s worth it to be able to stagger back and not worry about driving. The bus is also at the end of the driveway and will take you into Keswick should you wish. Thank you both for a lovely stay, maybe we can be your guide if you head to Niagara. My only suggestion would be for comfy chairs out front so to take in the fantastic scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Malcolm

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
On the first night we were locked out of our room and there was no one on reception and the out of hours number was not being answered and we had to sleep in the lounge this was totally unacceptable despite being offered a free night

10/10 Excellent

Chu

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

Great place to stay to explore Keswick

Great location wonderful host excellent breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay comfortable accommodation conveniently near Bassenthwaite lake walkable, lovely owners very friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Volkmar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Comfortable and friendly accommodation

We had a very comfortable stay, in a family room with a six year old. More than enough room for our bags and hiking extras. Beds, pillows and quality of linen - excellent. Breakfasts - 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

dilan

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Zara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Exactly as a guest house should be!

We were incredibly lucky to be the only guests for the time we stayed. I am sure the service would have been great with more people there too but, with only us it would have been easy to let it slip. Instead, we were literally waited on at breakfast, chatted with, had the guest lounge to ourselves and our 2 year old daughter even went off and played with the family's children. The room was clearly newly decorated, had plenty of space and was a nice place to be. O ly downsides were it was a little cold at times and for me, the bed was soft but that is more my problem than theirs! Overall, a fabulous stay, a lovely part of the world a d we will definitely look to use them again when we are back in that neck of the woods!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Lovely stay

We had a lovely two nights here. We were offered (and accepted) tea and felt welcomed into a family home - almost like friends. The packed lunch (for a small fee) was also really useful to have and saved us having to go looking for a cafe/shop. The accommodation is so close to the water and you get great views of the hills round about - when it's clear enough to see them, of course! ;)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Zaheer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

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

Would stay again highly recommend

Lovely place to stay breakfast was delicious Hosts very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021