Log Cabins & Lodges in Bassenthwaite Lake

Can’t wait to reconnect with nature? Bassenthwaite Lake and surrounding mountains are perfect for awesome sunrises and sunsets. There are numerous walking paths to inspire the most avid climber or leisurely stroll. A.W. Wainwright recommends tackling Skiddaw Mountain for its awesome views and challenges. For more family friendly hikes Binsey Fell and Lord’s Seat offer spectacular panoramas perfect for memorable photos. If water features are your thing Cumbria will have you spoilt for choice for gorgeous waterfalls like Dash Falls. And, The Lake District Wildlife Park offers acres of parkland loaded with wildlife and domestic animals for your enjoyment.

Visit Lake Windermere for a day of water sports. You can launch your inflatable dinghy, kayak, or paddleboard from the southern shore. Make a day of it and take along a picnic to enjoy this exhilarating natural scenery. Bassenthwaite Lake is a wildlife reserve area hosting ospreys, mammals, interesting flora, and more. It is very quiet and tranquil since motorised watercraft are not permitted. All watercraft requires a permit and fishing licence if you are planning to do some angling. These are easily acquired online with the accompanying map highlighting the appropriate launch and boating areas.

In Bassenthwaite you’ll get an earful of history with spectacular landscapes to go with it. Spend a day or two exploring historic houses like Mirehouse which faces Bassenthwaite Lake under the shadow of Skiddaw and Dodd Wood. This family friendly site includes lovely gardens, tree-shaded trails around the lake, and cosy picnic areas in the park. Inside the Mirehouse there are significant collections of portraits and manuscripts from the Lake District’s famous poet laureates Wordsworth, Tennyson and Southey. Another interesting historic building is Isel Hall of Cumbria featuring a Pele Tower overlooking Derwent River’s northern banks and notable Grand Hall.