The Luxury Hotel Guide 
A list by Tomas Mazowski.
This guide was last updated in December 2022. Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Lake District. I hope you will like it!
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1 Lindeth Fell Country House Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom
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Overlooking Lake Windermere, Lindeth Fell offers impressive views and free parking, just 5 minutes from Windermere Ferry Crossing. It offers colourful flower gardens, elegant rooms and tea and scones on arrival.
An award-winning, luxury bed and breakfast, Lindeth Fell Country House is set in an elegant Edwardian house with high ceilings and period features. It offers spacious, individually decorated rooms with Egyptian cotton sheets, an airy en suite bathroom, flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities. Many offer lake views.
An extensive breakfast menu is served in the bright dining room overlooking 7 acres of beautiful gardens and the stunning Coniston mountain range.
There is a large range of cold platters and snacks available to order. You can also relax in a cosy lounge with log fires and a fully licensed residents bar.
Lindeth Fell Country House is just a mile south of Bowness-on-Windermere, which is home to shops, restaurants and cafés. Windermere Golf Club is just 20 minutes’ walk away, and Windermere Railway Station can be reached in 10 minutes.
Guest review score 9.4
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2 Gilpin Hotel & Lake House Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom
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Elegant Gilpin Hotel & Lake House boasts fine dining and suites with sumptuous interiors, set amidst the scenery of the Lake District. The shores of Lake Windermere are just over 2 miles away.
All rooms have Lakeland views, with most rooms featuring direct access to the gardens. The suites feature their own hot tubs, and the lodges include private spa facilities, including rainfall showers and steam rooms. The Gilpin Lake House offers 6 suites with private access to gardens, a lake and a spa.
The hotel offers 2 on site restaurants. Guests can choose to dine at the 1-Michelin star awarded main restaurant, Hrishi. Dishes feature local Lake District produce with an Asian twist. Gilpin Spice provides the other dining option, with an open kitchen that creates meals from across the Indian sub-continent.
Guest review score 8.9,
rooms from around 295 GBP.
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3 Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant (Adult Only) Windermere, United Kingdom
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Near Windermere village, this striking Victorian mansion house has a conservatory restaurant, free parking and elegant rooms with iPod docks and flat-screen TVs. Windermere Rail Station is a 3-minute walk away.
All of the beautiful en suite rooms feature luxurious Egyptian cotton linen and sleek bathrooms with power showers. Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant (Adult Only) rooms have free bottled water and digital radios.
Overlooking the surrounding Lake District fells, JR’s restaurant offers an imaginative menu featuring local produce. There is free Wi-Fi and the cosy oak-panelled bar serves a selection of beers, wines and spirits.
Set in a quiet street, the family-run Applegarth Villa Hotel & Restaurant (Adult Only) is a short walk from the shores of Lake Windermere. The hotel is only 20 minutes’ drive from the M6.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 192 GBP.
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4 Lakes Hotel & Spa Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom
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Our hotel is perfectly situated with views of Lake Windermere, just a short stroll from the bustling village centre of Bowness-on-Windermere and the boats that travel the length of Windermere, making it easy to visit Ambleside, Brockhole, Wray Castle and Lakeside without a car.
The Lakes Hotel & Spa was previously called the Burnside Hotel & Spa.
The hotel has some of the best on-site facilities in the area, half of the rooms with hot tubs on private balconies, an on-site spa with poolside seating and a bar, stylish restaurant and cocktail bar, bike hire, wakesurfing and paddleboading.
Our concierge has many planned walks that you can take straight from the hotel gates.
In the Lake District, The Lakes Hotel & Spa is 30 minutes’ drive from the M6. Shops, boutiques and restaurants in the centre of Bowness are a 2-minute walk away. Windermere train station is 10 minutes away and we can arrange for our Bentley to collect you from the station. With everything on our doorstep there’s no need for a car.
This is our guests' favourite part of Bowness-on-Windermere, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.
We speak your language!
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 155 GBP.
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5 Roundthorn Country House & Luxury Apartments Penrith, United Kingdom
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The Roundthorn Country House and luxury self-catering Mews Apartments are set in landscaped gardens, with panoramic views of the Eden Valley and Lakeland Fells.
All en suite bedrooms in the house itself are individually styled. Evening meals are served in the bar and lounges beside the log fires. The outside terrace and gardens offer amazing views and are the idyllic place to enjoy an evening drink or morning coffee.
The apartments sit alongside the Country House and feature a fully fitted kitchen, a dining area, a living area with 50” televisions. Each individual bedroom also has its own en suite bathroom or wet room and private decking area to the rear.
The bar and lounge area have been upgraded and decorated with a contemporary style, and the gardens were re-landscaped to include a Victorian style gazebo. The Roundthorn has been awarded a 5-star VisitEngland Guest Accommodation rating, and a Gold Award.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 114 GBP.
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6 Aphrodites Group Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom
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Set in private grounds above Lake Windermere, Aphrodites Group offers luxury themed suites with spa baths or private hot tubs. There is free parking and free Wi-Fi throughout.
Full English and continental breakfasts are available in the restaurant or can be delivered to the room.
The suites are sumptuously decorated with romantic features and luxurious furnishings. All suites have a seating area, flat-screen satellite TV with DVD player, and a modern bathroom with Molton Brown toiletries and a double-size bath.
Aphrodites Group boasts a sauna and steam room. The large grounds feature manicured lawns and natural woodland, and there is a stylish conservatory guest lounge.
With a scenic location in the beautiful Lake District, Aphrodites is just 10 minutes’ walk from the Bowness Ferry Crossing. Bowness-on-Windermere centre is a 20-minute stroll away, offering shops, restaurants and pubs.
Guest review score 8.5,
rooms from around 216 GBP.
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7 Diamond Lodge Boutique Adults Only Guest House Ambleside, United Kingdom
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Situated in Ambleside, between Lake Windermere and the village centre, Diamond Lodge Boutique Guest House features free WiFi access and ample free private parking.
Rooms include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and scenic views over the gardens and surrounding countryside. All rooms come with a private bathroom.
The historic Diamond Lodge is just a 5-minute walk from Lake Windermere. Windermere Railway Station is a 10-minute drive away.
Guest review score 9.5,
rooms from around 110 GBP.
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8 The White House Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom
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Featuring 5-star accommodation, The White House is set in Bowness-on-Windermere, 1.5 km from Lake Windermere and 38 km from Derwentwater. This 5-star guest house offers free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 300 metres from World of Beatrix Potter.
All units in the guest house are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Each room includes a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The White House every room is equipped with bed linen and towels.
Askham Hall is 42 km from the accommodation, while Trough of Bowland is 49 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from The White House.
Guest review score 9.2,
rooms from around 90 GBP.
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9 Storrs Gate House Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom
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This award-winning family-run B&B is set opposite Lake Windermere in a 19th-century property which was the former gatehouse to Storrs Hall. The restored Storrs Gate House offers sumptuous bedrooms with free Wi-Fi, hearty breakfasts, and free, ample parking.
A full English breakfast is served in the morning. Breakfast items include free-range eggs from a local farm, handmade Cumberland sausage, homemade jam, marmalade, yoghurt and muffins.
The bedrooms are decorated with rich fabrics and colours. All rooms have a minibar and a hairdryer, and bathrooms feature power showers and The White Company toiletries.
Storrs Gate is less than a mile from Bowness-on-Windermere, with a stunning lake close by. There is a lot to do in the Lake District, including fishing, walking and cycling. Far Sawrey - Bowness on Windermere ferry Nab is a 5-minutes walk away, where guests can explore the western side of Windermere and Wray Castle is 3-miles away.
Guest review score 9.7
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10 Hawksmoor Guest House Windermere, United Kingdom
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Situated 12 minutes’ walk from Windermere, Hawksmoor Guest House has free Wi-Fi and plenty of off-road parking.
Each elegant room at Hawksmoor features underfloor heating in the bathrooms, with facilities for making tea and coffee.
Guests have access to the leisure facilities at a local health club less than 2 miles away, where guests can use the swimming pool, sauna and gym free of charge.
The two villages of Windermere and Bowness are within 10 minutes' walk from Hawksmoor Guest House, as well as The World of Beatrix Potter.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around 115 GBP.
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11 Wheatlands Lodge Guesthouse (Adults Only) Windermere, United Kingdom
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Situated in the heart of peaceful Windermere, Wheatlands Lodge is just 5 minutes’ walk from Windermere Rail Station, offering free Wi-Fi and free private parking.
All of the 5-star rooms feature luxury en suite facilities, and are individually designed with modern furnishings. Rooms also offer tea and coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV. Wheatlands has been awarded 5 stars by the AA and also holds a Breakfast Award.
The classic Victorian property dates from 1860, and maintains its period features. Wheatlands Lodge has a garden and terrace for al fresco dining, and a traditional Cumbrian breakfast is served in the dining room, using locally sourced produce.
Just a few minutes’ walk from Windermere town centre, and 20 minutes from Bowness-on-Windermere, Wheatlands Lodge is centrally located for exploring the beautiful Lake District. The World of Beatrix Potter attraction is just 1 mile away.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around 156 GBP.
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12 Windermere Suites Windermere, United Kingdom
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With a 5-star Guest Accommodation rating, suites come with luxury bathrooms and modern furniture from designers such as Philippe Starck. huge Air baths for two with mood lights and a TV above. Each Super Luxury suite features a handmade, silver-leaf Frank Hudson super-king bed. All suites have 42-inch LCD TVs, crystal lights and free Wi-Fi. Electric vehicle chargers are available in the car park.
A hearty Cumbria platter or continental breakfast, with freshly ground coffee, is delivered to your suite every morning. Breakfast is served at a time to suit you. A room service menu is also available.
Windermere Suites are just a 2-minute walk from the town centre and Windermere Train Station. Lake Windermere and Bowness-on-Windermere, home to the ‘World Of Beatrix Potter’ are also within easy walking distance.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around 175 GBP.
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13 Beaumont House (Adults Only) Windermere, United Kingdom
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The 5-star Beaumont House is a Victorian property featuring many original features with a tranquil location, just metres from the heart of Windermere. It offers delicious cooked breakfasts, free Wi-Fi and free private parking, less than 10 minutes' walk away from Windermere Railway Station.
All of the en suite rooms at the friendly Beaumont guest house have tea and coffee facilities and Freeview TV. Each room also features either a power shower or whirlpool bath.
Breakfast options include fish of the day and traditional cooked Cumbrian breakfasts, made with local produce.
The family-run guest house has a lounge with sofas, books, magazines and an honesty bar. The surrounding Lake District National Park has a variety of scenic walks and picturesque sights to enjoy.
Guest review score 9.0
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14 Moss Grove Organic Grasmere, United Kingdom
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The Moss Grove Organic offers 5-star guest accommodation, designed to be both luxurious and environmentally friendly. The spacious en suite rooms have flat-screen TVs, Bose Entertainment systems and free internet access is available throughout.
Fair Trade tea and coffee and organic biscuits are available in the rooms, whilst under-floor heated bathrooms have spa baths and organic toiletries.
The award-winning Mediterranean style buffet breakfast is served in the country kitchen. It includes an extensive selection of organic, local and fair trade produce. With a range of cereals, local Cumberland sausage, home made breads, cheeses, crostinis, ham and tapas dishes.
Ideally situated in the heart of the Lake District in Grasmere village centre. Just over 500 metres from Grasmere Lake. The popular Lake District town Ambleside is just 4 miles to the South and 12 miles to the North is Keswick.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 109 GBP.
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15 The Howbeck & The Retreat incl FREE off-site Health Club and FREE parking Windermere, United Kingdom
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In the beautiful Lake District, just a short walk from Windermere, this luxury bed and breakfast has beautifully appointed rooms, all with a modern, original bathroom and free Wi-Fi.
The Howbeck is only a 2-minute walk from the main village which has many shops and good restaurants and bistros. Windermere Steamboats and Museum and the market towns of Kendal and Keswick are amongst many things to visit in the area.
The Howbeck Guest House also has special arrangements with some local restaurants for its guests and can make reservations on their behalf.
Guests are offered a free 2-hour pass for use of the Choices Health Club's swimming pool, spa, sauna and steam room, which is just a short drive or 30-minute walk away. The fitness centre also offers a cardio suite, a weights centre, group classes and an outdoor training and relaxation area.
Guest review score 8.7,
rooms from around 112 GBP.
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16 Kotel Windermere Windermere, United Kingdom
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Located in Windermere, Kotel Windermere provides a garden and free WiFi.
The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave, a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer. A fridge is also provided, as well as a kettle.
The aparthotel offers a terrace.
Kotel is 0.4 km to Windermere Town Centre. It is 0.8 km to Lake Windermere and 8 km to Ambleside.
Guest review score 8.6,
rooms from around 99 GBP.
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17 The Den - The White House Windermere Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom
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Situated in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria region, The Den - The White House Windermere is a 5-star property boasting free WiFi. The 5-star holiday home is 300 metres from World of Beatrix Potter.
The holiday home with a terrace and garden views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home.
The holiday home offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub. Guests at The Den - The White House Windermere can enjoy golfing nearby, or make the most of the garden.
Lake Windermere is 1.5 km from the accommodation, while Derwentwater is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from The Den - The White House Windermere.
Guest review score 9.7,
rooms from around 231 GBP.
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18 Beautiful Grade 2 listed building - West Wing Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom
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Beautiful Grade 2 listed building - West Wing, a property with a garden, is set in Bowness-on-Windermere, 1.5 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 4.4 km from Lake Windermere, as well as 39 km from Derwentwater. The 5-star holiday home is 43 km from Askham Hall.
The holiday home comes with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with garden views. Offering free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi.
The holiday home offers 5-star accommodation with a hot tub.
Trough of Bowland is 48 km from Beautiful Grade 2 listed building - West Wing, while Hill Top is 4.7 km away.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 315 GBP.
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19 Bishop Fell Ulverston, United Kingdom
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Set in Ulverston, just 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Bishop Fell offers accommodation with a garden, a terrace and free WiFi. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as golfing, fishing and cycling.
The holiday home features 4 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms with a shower.
The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 119 km from the holiday home.
Guest review score 10.0
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20 Lake View, Penrith Penrith, United Kingdom
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Within 8.5 km of Askham Hall and 27 km of Derwentwater, Lake View, Penrith provides free WiFi and a garden. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as fishing and cycling.
The holiday home features 4 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms with a shower.
World of Beatrix Potter is 33 km from the holiday home, while Buttermere is 40 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 110 km from Lake View, Penrith.
Guest review score 10.0
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21 Lund Ambleside, United Kingdom
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Located 42 km from Derwentwater, 48 km from Askham Hall and 2.7 km from Hill Top, Lund provides accommodation set in Ambleside. The 5-star holiday home is 2. 5 km from Lake Windermere.
The holiday home comes with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher, and 4 bathrooms with a shower and a hairdryer. Providing free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi throughout the property.
Grizedale Forest is 6.2 km from the holiday home, while Coniston Water is 18 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from Lund.
Guest review score 10.0
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22 Oak Cottage, Ulverston Ulverston, United Kingdom
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Situated in Ulverston, just 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Oak Cottage, Ulverston features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as fishing and cycling.
The holiday home features 5 bedrooms, a kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 5 bathrooms with a shower and hot tub. A TV is available.
The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 120 km from the holiday home.
Guest review score 10.0
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23 Rowan Cottage, Ulverston Ulverston, United Kingdom
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Rowan Cottage, Ulverston offers accommodation in Ulverston, 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter. This holiday home has a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.
The holiday home is fitted with 4 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 4 bathrooms with a shower and a hot tub. A TV is offered.
A terrace is available on site and cycling can be enjoyed within close proximity of the holiday home.
The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 120 km from Rowan Cottage, Ulverston.
Guest review score 10.0
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24 Lowera Cottage Windermere, United Kingdom
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Within 2.5 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 35 km of Derwentwater, Lowera Cottage features free WiFi and a garden. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as fishing and cycling.
The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower.
Askham Hall is 39 km from the holiday home, while Muncaster Castle is 47 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from Lowera Cottage.
Guest review score 9.8
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25 Duke of Portland Boathouse on the shore of Lake Ullswater ideal for a romantic break Pooley Bridge, United Kingdom
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Situated in Pooley Bridge in the Cumbria region, Duke of Portland Boathouse on the shore of Lake Ullswater ideal for a romantic break features a balcony. The 5-star holiday home has lake views and is 7 km from Askham Hall.
The holiday home consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and a coffee machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. A TV is available.
Derwentwater is 28 km from the holiday home, while World of Beatrix Potter is 35 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 108 km from Duke of Portland Boathouse on the shore of Lake Ullswater ideal for a romantic break.
Guest review score 9.6,
rooms from around 368 GBP.
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26 Helm Mount Lodge & Cottages Kendal, United Kingdom
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Helm Mount Lodge & Cottages are set just 3.5 miles from Kendal, a traditional market town just outside the Lake District. Windermere is 13 miles from the property. If both cottages are booked (sleeping up to 14 people) a separate adjacent lodge is available with a dining/entertaining area, a billiard table, hostess trolley and a log burner.
Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Featuring a patio, the accommodation is fitted with a seating area with a flat-screen TV and Blu-ray player. There is also a kitchen, equipped with a dishwasher, oven and microwave. A toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a kettle. There is a private bathroom with free toiletries in every unit. Towels are provided.
Helm Mount Lodge & Cottages also includes a terrace.
An array of activities are offered in the area, such as golfing, horse riding and cycling. Keswick is 44 km from Helm Mount Lodge & Cottages, while Ambleside is 22 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 84 km from Helm Mount Lodge & Cottages.
Guest review score 9.6
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27 Pearsall Ambleside, United Kingdom
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Set in Ambleside in the Cumbria region, Pearsall is a 5-star property boasting free WiFi. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as golfing, fishing and cycling.
The holiday home is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with fridge and oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and a washing machine. A TV is featured.
The holiday home offers a barbecue.
Lake Windermere is 2.4 km from Pearsall, while Derwentwater is 42 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 9.6
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28 Quarry End Windermere, United Kingdom
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Set 600 metres from World of Beatrix Potter, 37 km from Derwentwater and 42 km from Askham Hall, Quarry End offers accommodation situated in Windermere. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site.
The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower.
Guests at the holiday home can enjoy golfing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.
Muncaster Castle is 49 km from Quarry End, while Trough of Bowland is 50 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 118 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 9.6
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29 Cedar Manor Windermere, United Kingdom
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This 150-year-old country house guest accommodation is in quiet gardens, 700 metres from Windermere town centre. It has free Wi-Fi, free parking and a lounge/bar.
Cedar Manor is in the heart of the Lake District, a short walk from Windermere's shops, cafes and restaurants. It is 600 metres from Windermere Rail Station and a 10-minute walk from the lake.
The hotel mixes original features with modern comforts. The en suite rooms have flat-screen TV's, hairdryers, iPod docking stations and well-stocked tea and coffee making facilities.
A full English breakfast is available each morning.
The Cedar Manor's lounge, bar and restaurant look out over the hotel's beautiful gardens.
Guest review score 9.5,
rooms from around 231 GBP.
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30 Low Brow Barn, Ambleside Ambleside, United Kingdom
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Low Brow Barn, Ambleside is set in Ambleside, 8.2 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 17 km from Lake Windermere, as well as 30 km from Derwentwater. Complimentary WiFi is offered throughout the property and private parking is available on site.
The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower.
Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.
Askham Hall is 36 km from Low Brow Barn, Ambleside, while Muncaster Castle is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 122 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 9.5
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31 Little Parrock Ambleside, United Kingdom
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Set 22 km from Derwentwater, 23 km from Lake Windermere and 37 km from Buttermere, Little Parrock offers accommodation situated in Ambleside. The 5-star holiday home is 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter.
The holiday home has 5 bedrooms, a TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Offering free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi throughout the property.
Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.
Askham Hall is 41 km from Little Parrock, while Muncaster Castle is 44 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 130 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 9.4
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32 Macan Ambleside, United Kingdom
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Situated in Ambleside in the Cumbria region, Macan is a 5-star property featuring free WiFi. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as golfing, fishing and cycling.
The holiday home has 1 bedroom, a kitchen with fridge and oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and a washing machine. A TV is offered.
Lake Windermere is 2.4 km from the holiday home, while World of Beatrix Potter is 2.6 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from Macan.
Guest review score 9.4
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33 Thimble Cottage, Ulverston Ulverston, United Kingdom
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Thimble Cottage, Ulverston, a property with a garden, is located in Ulverston, 31 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 42 km from Lake Windermere, as well as 46 km from Muncaster Castle.
The holiday home includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a shower, a seating area, and a kitchen with a fridge. Providing free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi throughout the property.
The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 135 km from Thimble Cottage, Ulverston.
Guest review score 9.4
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34 Lake District romantic get away in 1 acre gardens off M6 Penrith, United Kingdom
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Set in Penrith, just 26 km from Askham Hall, Lake District romantic get away in 1 acre gardens off M6 offers accommodation with a garden, a terrace, a tennis court and free WiFi. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, skiing and fishing.
Boasting a DVD player, the holiday home has a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a dishwasher, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 2 bedrooms, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home.
The holiday home offers a hot tub. Both a ski equipment rental service and a bicycle rental service are available at Lake District romantic get away in 1 acre gardens off M6, while canoeing can be enjoyed nearby.
World of Beatrix Potter is 32 km from the accommodation, while Lake Windermere is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 91 km from Lake District romantic get away in 1 acre gardens off M6.
Guest review score 9.3,
rooms from around 197 GBP.
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35 Woodside Barn, Ulverston Ulverston, United Kingdom
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Woodside Barn, Ulverston, a property with a garden, is set in Ulverston, 31 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 42 km from Lake Windermere, as well as 46 km from Muncaster Castle.
The holiday home includes 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with a shower, a seating area, and a kitchen with a fridge. Offering free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi throughout the property.
The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 135 km from Woodside Barn, Ulverston.
Guest review score 9.3
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36 Eller Riggs Cottage Ulverston, United Kingdom
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Eller Riggs Cottage, a property with a garden, is set in Ulverston, 29 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 37 km from Lake Windermere, as well as 47 km from Muncaster Castle.
The holiday home comes with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Offering free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi throughout the property.
The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 133 km from the holiday home.
Guest review score 9.2
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37 Ees Wyke Country House Near Sawrey, United Kingdom
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Ees Wyke Country House is an elegant Georgian property in the Lake District, less than 3 miles from the town of Hawkshead. Set on high-ground the house overlooks Esthwaite Water and offers free parking.
Ees Wyke, once a holiday home of Beatrix Potter, features 2 traditional lounges, both with a fireplace. Stunning views of some of the most well-known fells in the Lake District can be enjoyed from the terrace area.
Bedrooms feature striking picturesque views of the surrounding countryside. Each room includes an en suite bathroom, as well as a TV. Some rooms also feature slopped beamed ceilings.
Most mornings you will awake to the aroma of freshly baked bread, which accompanies the locally sourced bacon and Cumberland sausage at breakfast. In addition to this there is a menu featuring tasty options such as Loch Fyne kippers.
The Lake District is famed for its many countryside walks and the Moss Eccles Tarn walk starts from the house. The Windermere Ferry is 2 miles from the house and goes to Ferry Nab near Bowness-On-Windermere.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 132 GBP.
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38 Lake District cottage in 1 acre gardens off M6 Penrith, United Kingdom
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Featuring a garden and a tennis court, Lake District cottage in 1 acre gardens off M6 offers accommodation in Penrith with free WiFi and garden views. Boasting free private parking, the country house is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as hiking, fishing and canoeing.
Offering a terrace and mountain views, the country house includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, cable flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a bath. Towels and bed linen are offered in the country house.
If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings.
Askham Hall is 26 km from the country house, while World of Beatrix Potter is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Teesside International Airport, 91 km from Lake District cottage in 1 acre gardens off M6.
Guest review score 9.1,
rooms from around 160 GBP.
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39 Pennington Ambleside, United Kingdom
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Set in Ambleside in the Cumbria region, Pennington is a 5-star property featuring free WiFi. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as golfing, fishing and cycling.
The holiday home is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with fridge and oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and a washing machine. A TV is offered.
Lake Windermere is 2.4 km from the holiday home, while Derwentwater is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from Pennington.
Guest review score 9.1
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40 Beckside, Cockermouth Cockermouth, United Kingdom
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Beckside, Cockermouth, a property with a garden, a terrace and a tennis court, is located in Cockermouth, 16 km from Buttermere, 21 km from Derwentwater, as well as 45 km from Wasdale. The 5-star holiday home is 45 km from Muncaster Castle.
The holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a washing machine, and 3 bathrooms with a shower. Providing free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi throughout the property.
Cycling can be enjoyed nearby.
Askham Hall is 49 km from the holiday home, while Whinlatter Forest Park is 9.3 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 137 km from Beckside, Cockermouth.
Guest review score 9.0
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41 Ellerbeck Bridge Kendal, United Kingdom
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Within 11 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 14 km of Lake Windermere, Ellerbeck Bridge features free WiFi and a garden. Boasting free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as golfing, fishing and cycling.
The holiday home has 4 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower.
Trough of Bowland is 37 km from the holiday home, while Askham Hall is 46 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 105 km from Ellerbeck Bridge.
Guest review score 9.0
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42 Esthers Barn, Cockermouth Cockermouth, United Kingdom
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Esthers Barn, Cockermouth, a property with a garden, a terrace and a tennis court, is situated in Cockermouth, 16 km from Buttermere, 21 km from Derwentwater, as well as 45 km from Wasdale. The 5-star holiday home is 45 km from Muncaster Castle.
The holiday home has 2 bedrooms, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Featuring free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi throughout the property.
Cycling can be enjoyed nearby.
Askham Hall is 49 km from the holiday home, while Whinlatter Forest Park is 9.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 137 km from Esthers Barn, Cockermouth.
Guest review score 9.0
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43 Lords Seat Keswick, United Kingdom
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Located in Keswick in the Cumbria region, Lords Seat features a patio. The 5-star holiday home is 10 km from Derwentwater.
The holiday home is composed of 3 separate bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms. Providing free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi throughout the property.
Buttermere is 15 km from the holiday home, while Askham Hall is 39 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 134 km from Lords Seat.
Guest review score 9.0,
rooms from around 430 GBP.
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44 Neddy Cut Ulverston, United Kingdom
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Located in Ulverston, 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Neddy Cut provides a garden with a barbecue, and free WiFi. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as golfing, fishing and cycling.
The holiday home comes with 3 bedrooms, a kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 3 bathrooms with a shower and hot tub. A TV and Blu-ray player are featured.
Guest review score 9.0
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45 Gilson Ambleside, United Kingdom
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Located in Ambleside in the Cumbria region, Gilson is a 5-star property boasting free WiFi. Featuring free private parking, the holiday home is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as golfing, fishing and cycling.
The holiday home is equipped with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with fridge and oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer and a washing machine. A TV is provided.
The holiday home provides a barbecue.
Lake Windermere is 2.4 km from Gilson, while World of Beatrix Potter is 2.6 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 8.9
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46 Daisy Cottage, Ulverston Ulverston, United Kingdom
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Daisy Cottage, Ulverston is situated in Ulverston. The 5-star holiday home has sea views and is 36 km from World of Beatrix Potter.
The holiday home has 1 bedroom, a kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower and hot tub. Featuring free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi throughout the property.
Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.
The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 139 km from Daisy Cottage, Ulverston.
Guest review score 8.8
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47 Honeypot Cottage in Centre of Bowness Bowness-on-Windermere, United Kingdom
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Set in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria region, Honeypot Cottage in Centre of Bowness has a patio. The 5-star holiday home is 400 metres from World of Beatrix Potter.
The holiday home with a terrace and mountain views features 3 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Offering free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi throughout the property.
Lake Windermere is 1.5 km from the holiday home, while Derwentwater is 38 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from Honeypot Cottage in Centre of Bowness.
Guest review score 8.8
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48 Moresby Hall Whitehaven, United Kingdom
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Dating back to 1620, Moresby Hall is one of only a few Grade I Listed buildings in Cumbria. With a 5-star Gold Award, it offers stunning country guesthouse accommodation with a peaceful walled garden, high speed fibre internet connection free WIFI, free electric car charging for guests and private off road parking. We welcome guests travelling for corporate or tourism stays.
Described by English Heritage as “One of the most important buildings in Cumbria” of special architectural interest with many original features. There are currently 13 individually designed, charming guest rooms. Some have a four-poster bed, and all come with Smart internet TV, Gilchrist & Soames toiletries, well stocked tea / coffee beverage tray. We can offer flexible bed options, with some Super King doubles can be presented as twin bedded rooms and additional sprung mattress sofa beds. Please note, a minimum of 24 hours notice is required for our housekeepers to amend the standard double bed set up to twin rooms or for folding & sofa beds. Cubby Lodge is a self contained ground floor one bedroom apartment, a cosy "home from home" property.
Breakfast offers a varied choice of buffet items and a freshly cooked full English Breakfast. Locally sourced produce from Cumbrian suppliers has enabled us to maintain a Visit England breakfast award for many years. Dinner is currently unavailable. Please ask for details on local restaurants to dine, less than 3 miles approx. We are fully licensed with a range of reasonably priced beers, wines & spirits.
Moresby Hall enjoys a semi-rural setting but is still only 2 miles from the picturesque marina in the Georgian market town of Whitehaven. We are a short stroll from the Cumbrian Coastal walk and the shingle beach at Parton which provides the most beautiful sunsets for keen photographers.
Parton Rail Station is just a 10-minute walk from the property. Free car parking for guests leaving a vehicle when cycling the C2C route.
Guests requiring any information are welcome to contact Jane or David who will be delighted to assist. You can be assured of the warmest welcome at our family home for a happy and peaceful stay.
Guest review score 8.8,
rooms from around 94 GBP.
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49 Holemire Barn, Cockermouth Cockermouth, United Kingdom
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Holemire Barn, Cockermouth is situated in Cockermouth, 14 km from Buttermere, 16 km from Derwentwater, as well as 44 km from Askham Hall. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site.
The holiday home has 1 bedroom, a TV, an equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower.
Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.
World of Beatrix Potter is 50 km from Holemire Barn, Cockermouth, while Whinlatter Forest Park is 4.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 139 km from the accommodation.
Guest review score 8.7
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50 Primrose Cottage, Ulverston Ulverston, United Kingdom
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Primrose Cottage, Ulverston is located in Ulverston. The 5-star holiday home features sea views and is 36 km from World of Beatrix Potter.
The holiday home is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a hot tub. Providing free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi throughout the property.
Guests at the holiday home can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.
The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 139 km from Primrose Cottage, Ulverston.
Guest review score 8.3
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