The Pheasant Inn, Bassenthwaite

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A charming 17th-century coaching inn, The Pheasant Inn is a unique place that combines outstanding hospitality and local character with a simply breathtaking setting.
Sitting beneath Sale fell, The Pheasant Inn is the perfect base for exploring the Lake District or for sampling fantastic food and drink with a real flavour of the best Cumbria has to offer.
Renovated in 2021, The Pheasant Inn has retained all of the charm it acquired over the last 200 years, with plenty of cosy corners to settle down in where you’ll fit right inn.

Staying with us? Our guests can enjoy discounted access to the nearby Armathwaite Hall Spa with its swimming pool, spa facilities and fitness centre for just £15 per adult.

Property Amenities

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Offering 26 bedrooms filled with individual character and equipped with all the essential amenities, The Pheasant Inn benefits from free parking and is exceptionally dog friendly.

Our dog friendly rooms extend a warm welcome to four-legged friends too, meaning you’ll never have to leave your canine behind! Simply add this option during the booking process and enjoy a wonderful stay with your dog by your side (£15 per dog per night).

Please note, images showcase room types as accurately as possible, however rooms do slightly vary. Contact our central reservations team on 0191 5803610 for more information.

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Standard Double Room

Spacious and comfortable rooms with a double bed and an en-suite bathroom.

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Our comfortable standard double rooms offer a double bed, a desk area and an en-suite bathroom. With a wide range of facilities, including complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TV and tea & coffee making facilities. Requests for twin beds need to be confirmed by a member of the team before arrival.

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Classic Double or Twin Room

Spacious and comfortable rooms with a king sized bed or two single and an en-suite bathroom.

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Our classic double or twin rooms are spacious and beautifully furnished with a king sized bed or twin beds upon request, a desk area and an en-suite bathroom. With a wide range of facilities, including complimentary WiFi. Requests for twin beds need to be confirmed by a member of the team before arrival.

 

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Superior Double Room

Spacious and welcoming rooms with a king sized bed, a relaxing seating area and an en-suite bathroom.

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Our larger more welcoming rooms all decorated with individual style and furnished with a king sized bed, a relaxing seating area and a stylish en-suite bathroom. With a wide range of facilities, including complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TV and tea & coffee making facilities. Requests for twin beds need to be confirmed by a member of the team before arrival.

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Cosy Double Bedroom

Cosy double room with a double bed, desk area and an en-suite bathroom.

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Our cosy double room is furnished with a comfortable double bed, a desk area and an en-suite bathroom. With a wide range of facilities, including complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TV and tea & coffee making facilities. Please note these rooms are not dog friendly. Requests for twin beds need to be confirmed by a member of the team before arrival.

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Single Room

Our single rooms include a comfortable single bed and an en-suite bathroom.

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Our single rooms are perfect for the solo traveller and each enjoys a comfortable single bed and an en-suite bathroom and a desk area. With a wide range of facilities, including complimentary WiFi, flat-screen TV and tea & coffee making facilities.

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An icon of a cloche Food service: 7:30am – 9:00pm daily

For the most delicious dining experience in the Lakes, make sure you stop by The Pheasant Inn.

We use the best Cumbrian produce to create spectacular dishes for our guests. Our seasonal menu is sure to delight and has something for everyone. Join us on a Sunday and indulge in a roast dinner – choose from Topside of Beef, Loin of Pork or Lentil & Bean, served of course with all the trimmings and lashings of gravy

  • Seasonal Menu - Available 11:00am - 9:00pm

    Our expert chefs have brought together great flavours and tastes for all to enjoy. Always handmade and freshly cooked to order.

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  • Breakfast Menu - Available 7:30am - 11:00am

    Whether you're wanting a delicious breakfast to kick start your day, or just a bit peckish, our Breakfast menu is perfect.

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  • Drinks Menu

    Drinks Menu

    Whether you're craving a refreshing start to your morning or just in need of a delightful pick-me-up, our drink menu has something for everyone.

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  • Allergy Advice

    Allergen advice is available for all our main menu meals, click the link below or contact us for more information. Ask our team when you visit about allergens for our daily specials.

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Hidden in the heart of ancient Cumbria in North West England lies a National Park known the world over. The Lake District boasts stone circles, glacial lakes, magnificent views, and a history dating back to the Neolithic Period - all waiting for you to discover.

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    30 minute walk to The Lakes Distillery

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    5 minute drive to Cockermouth Golf Club

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    10 minutes drive to Keswick

  • Attractions
  • Transport
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  • Dubwath Silver Meadows Nature Reserve
    0.2 Miles
    4 Minutes
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  • The Lakes Distillery
    1.5 Miles
    30 Minute
    5 Minute
  • Cockermouth Golf Club
    3 Miles
    1 Hour
    5 Minute
  • Keswick
    7.5 Miles
    15 Minutes
  • Keswick Museum
    8 Miles
    15 Minute
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle
    10.5 Miles
    15 Minute
  • Keswick Bus Station
    7 Miles
    10 Minute

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FAQs

  • Do you have on site parking available?

    There is free on site car paking available at The Pheasant Inn. Parking is first come first served.

  • What time is Check in and Check out?

    Check in at The Pheasant Inn is from 3pm and check out is 10:30am.

  • Is there disabled access and accessible rooms at the inn?

    There is disabled access to The Pheasant Inn via the main entrance. Unfortunately there are no accessible rooms available at The Pheasant Inn. For further accessibility information please call our reservations team.

  • Are you dog-friendly?

    We are dog friendly at The Pheasant Inn and have dog friendly rooms available. Your four-legged friend can stay over night for only £15 per night, per dog.

  • What facilities are provided in the rooms?

    All rooms at The Pheasant Inn provide complimentary Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, and tea & coffee making facilities. Please note, we do not provide travel cots. If you plan on bringing your own, we recommend speaking with our reservations team on 0191 580 3610 to ensure the room you’re booking will comfortably accommodate one.

  • What is the cancellation policy?

    Our standard cancellation policy is as follows:
    You may cancel your booking without any payment to us at any point before 3pm on the day that is two days before the day your booking starts. After this deadline, the whole booking becomes fully non-refundable. If you try to cancel after this deadline (or if you don’t arrive for your booking), you will still be charged the full price for your booking (including any meals or extras).

    Our Advance Purchase Rate cancellation policy is as follows: All bookings on an advance purchase rate are non-refundable and cannot be cancelled by you. If you try to cancel a booking on an advance purchase rate (or if you don’t arrive for your booking), you will still be charged the full price for your booking (including any meals or extras).

    Our special offers/promotions cancellation policy is as follows: The cancellation rights for bookings offered on a special offer will be stated during the booking process and in your booking confirmation. Where we do not state any cancellation rights for a special offer, the advance purchase rate cancellation terms (above) will apply.

  • Do you have any on site bike storage?

    There is no bike storage available on site at The Pheasant Inn.

  • How do I make a large group booking?

    For booking 5 or more rooms at The Pheasant Inn please email groups@inncollectiongroup.com

  • Do you take table bookings?

    We only accept bookings for a table of 8 and more at The Pheasant Inn. To book please email info@thepheasantinnbassenthwaite.com

  • Are you family friendly?

    We are family friendly here at The Pheasant Inn and offer a delicious children’s food menu.

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