Cumbria - Luxury Hotels, B&B, Inns, Attractions, Gardens, Museums, Galleries, Historic Houses, Restaurants, Spas, Golf Courses - Britain's Finest


Cumbria - Luxury Hotels, B&B, Inns, Attractions, Gardens, Museums, Galleries, Historic Houses, Restaurants, Spas, Golf Courses - Britain's Finest are listed below. The county of Cumbria, consisting of the old counties of Cumberland, Westmorland and a substantial slice of Lancashire, is now the second largest of the English counties, containing within its boundaries the Lake District,...read more



Luxury Hotels in Cumbria

Appleby Manor Country House Hotel

Roman Road, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria
Appleby Manor is a true country house hotel, set in half a million acres of some of the loveliest countryside in England and is surrounded and... more

The Beech Hill Hotel

Newby Bridge Road, Windermere, Cumbria
Some hotels are fortunate in being situated in the most perfect of natural locations and The Beech Hill hotel is one of them. As you enter... more

Crosby Lodge

High Crosby, Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle, Cumbria
Crosby Lodge country house hotel is situated in the heart of the countryside, maintaining an aura of peace and solitude. The Lodge offers all the fine... more

Farlam Hall Hotel

Brampton, Cumbria
Farlam Hall Country House Hotel near Brampton in Cumbria, offers an ideal blend of Victorian elegance and modern comfort. The Hotel has been owned and run... more

Gilpin Lodge Country House Hotel

Crook Road, Windermere, Cumbria
Gilpin Lodge is set in the craggy green countryside of the southern Lake District. Surrounded by moors, woodland and country gardens, this family-run hotel is perfectly... more

Hillthwaite House Hotel

Thornbarrow Road, Windermere, Cumbria
Hillthwaite House Hotel is located midway between Bowness and Windermere and is set in 3 acres of landscaped gardens, in an elevated position overlooking Windermere Lake.... more

Holbeck Ghyll Country House Hotel

Holbeck Lane, Windermere, Cumbria
Celebrated as one of the Lake District´s finest country house hotels, Holbeck Ghyll is an oasis of calm, surrounded by many acres of woodland and natural... more

Lakeside Hotel on Lake Windermere

Lake Windermere, Newby Bridge, Cumbria
Lakeside Hotel on Lake Windermere, the best 4 Star hotel in the Lake District, offers you a unique location on the water´s edge of Lake Windermere.... more

Linthwaite House Hotel

Crook Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria
Linthwaite House Hotel, awarded 3 Red Stars by the AA and a 3rd Rosette for food, is one of the top 200 hotels offering high quality... more

Lovelady Shield Country House Hotel

Alston, Cumbria
Lovelady Shield Country House Hotel is an elegant Georgian Country House standing on the former site of a 13th century convent on the banks of the... more

Rothay Garden Hotel

Broadgate, Grasmere, Cumbria
The Rothay Garden Hotel is set in both the geographical and cultural centre of the Lake District. A veritable paradise for experienced as well as novice... more

Rothay Manor Hotel

Rothay Bridge, Ambleside, Cumbria
Rothay Manor Hotel is renowned for its comfortable, relaxed atmosphere and efficient yet unobtrusive service. Featured in all the major guides, the hotel is one of... more

The Samling

Ambleside Road, Windermere, Cumbria
The Samling hotel is set in a 67 acre estate, it´s like no other place you´ve stayed. This is a house in the country and, emphatically,... more

Sharrow Bay Country House Hotel

Sharrow Bay, Howtown, Penrith, Cumbria
Sharrow Bay Country House Hotel is nestled in 12 acres of private gardens and woodland, the hotel is a haven of peace and tranquillity with superb... more

The Washington Central Hotel

Washington Street, Workington, Cumbria
The modern Washington Central Hotel enjoys a prominent town centre location. Boasting numerous public areas including lounges, a bar, leisure club, restaurant and coffee shop. All... more



Small Hotels / Inns in Cumbria

Augill Castle

Kirby Stephen, Cumbria
For over 160 years Augill Castle has been renowned for its warm welcoming vibe and this lovely place still retains much of its historic atmosphere. Interesting... more

Broadoaks Country House

Bridge Lane, Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria
Broadoaks is set in one of the most beautiful corners of England a mere two miles from the hustle and bustle of Bowness, Windermere and Ambleside.... more

Clare House

Park Road, Grange over Sands, Cumbria
Clare House combines Victorian elegance, comfort and spaciousness with every modern luxury needed for a relaxing and charming break. All the bedrooms are traditional and refined,... more

Clarence House Country Hotel & Restaurant

Skelgate, Dalton-in-Furness, Cumbria
Clarence House offers cosy hospitality and relaxed informality. Guests are treated more like old friends and the welcoming country house ambience is more home from home... more

The Cottage in the Wood

Whinlatter Forest, Keswick, Cumbria
The Cottage in the Wood Country House Hotel and restaurant is a former 17th Century coaching inn situated in the heart of the Whinlatter forest near... more

Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel

Lake Thirlmere, Keswick, Cumbria
Dale Head Hall Hotel, in the English Lake District, offers the ideal starting point for your Lakeland break. This jewel of the Lake District, sits alone... more

The Grasmere Hotel

Broadgate, Grasmere, Cumbria
The Grasmere Hotel is a delightful small Victorian Country House Hotel and Restaurant set in the heart of the English Lake District . The hotel has... more

Highfield Hotel & Restaurant

The Heads, Keswick, Cumbria
Highfield hotel in Keswick was built in the late 1880’s as two private residences using local Borrowdale slate from only a few miles away. Beautifully proportioned,... more

Hipping Hall

Cowan Bridge, Kirby Lonsdale, Cumbria
What a gem. Arriving at Hipping Hall, you discover a 17th century house draped in wisteria and steeped in history where everything has been chosen with... more

The Howbeck

New Road, Windermere, Cumbria
The Howbeck Hotel is a delightful retreat where the warmth and friendliness of hosts Vicki, Colin and staff is always apparent. One of Windermeres top luxury... more

Lairbeck Hotel

Vicarage Hill, Keswick, Cumbria
Ideally situated in a quiet, secluded location only ten minutes walk into Keswick, Lairbeck Hotel is set in an acre of attractive, well-maintained gardens with magnificent... more

Lake House Hotel

Lake Road, Waterhead Bay, Ambleside, Cumbria
A spectacular setting, Lake House Hotel is situated at beautiful Waterhead Bay on the shores of stunning Lake Windermere. This beautiful country house hotel is modern,... more

Langdale Chase Hotel

Windermere, Cumbria
Langdale Chase hotel was first opened as a hotel in 1930. However, there are artifacts in the hotel which date back as far as 1664. You'll... more

The Leathes Head

Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria
The Leathes Head is a pretty Edwardian country house hotel built of local slate and situated in two and a half acres of lovely grounds. Set... more

Low Wood Hall Country House Hotel and Restaurant

Nether Wasdale, Cumbria
Set in landscaped gardens and surrounded by acres of woodland, Low Wood Hall Hotel was built in the 1860s and retains many features from the Victorian... more

Nent Hall Country House Hotel

Alston, Cumbria
Nent Hall Country Hotel is situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty only a short drive from the Lake District, Hadrian's Wall and many other... more

The Pheasant Inn

Bassenthwaite Lake, near Cockermouth, Cumbria
The Pheasant is a charming old Coaching Inn situated close to Bassenthwaite Lake in the peaceful unspoilt northern end of the Lake District. It is one... more

Queen's Head Hotel

Main Street, Hawkshead, Cumbria
At the Queen's Head Hotel an open fire greets you as you enter the flag-floored building located in the English Lake District. Cosy and warm, you'll... more

Swinside Lodge Hotel

Newlands, Keswick, Cumbria
Swinside Lodge Hotel stands alone, surrounded by open countryside, hills, valleys and woodlands, at the foot of the Cat Bells in one of the most unspoilt... more

Temple Sowerby House Hotel

Temple Sowerby, Penrith, Cumbria
Temple Sowerby House hotel is situated in the Eden Valley, an area of outstanding natural beauty between the English Lake District and the Pennines - a... more

Underwood Country Guest House

The Hill, near Millom, Cumbria
Underwood Country Guest House is a beautifully restored Victorian Vicarage nestling on the edge of woodland, between the picturesque Whicham Valley and Duddon Estuary. All of... more

West Vale Country House

Far SawreyHawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria
West Vale Country Guest House is an elegant traditional Lakeland stone built house of considerable character and charm, built in the 1890’s as a Victorian gentleman’s... more

White Moss House

Rydal WaterGrasmere, The English Lake District, Cumbria
White Moss House is situated at the northern end of beautiful Rydal Water between Grasmere and Windermere. This little gem was once owned by the poet,... more

Winder Hall Country House

Low Lorton, Cockermouth, Cumbria
Winder Hall hotel has that extra special something to offer guests. It could be the hideaway location; away from the tourist traps and well-trodden byways, or... more



Bed & Breakfast in Cumbria

A Corner of Eden

Low Stennerskeugh, Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
A Corner of Eden luxury Bed and Breakfast is surrounded by magnificent countryside at the end of the Eden Valley, nestled between the Howgills and Wildboar... more

Bessiestown Farm Country Guest House

Catlowdy, Longtown, Carlisle, Cumbria
Bessiestown Farm Country Guest House offers many of the delights of a small country hotel combined with the relaxed atmosphere of a comfortable family home. Peaceful... more

Blenheim Lodge

Brantfell Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria
Blenheim Lodge guesthouse is a beautiful former Victorian gentleman´s residence with rooms boasting spectacular Lake Windermere views, some panoramic. Set quietly against National Trust fields and... more

Buckle Yeat

Near Sawrey, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria
Buckle Yeat B&B is a 17th century traditional lakeland cottage where a warm welcome awaits. The property has been fully refurbished. All rooms are light, airy... more

Bush Nook Country Guest House

Upper Denton, Gilsland, Brampton, Cumbria
Bush Nook was built in 1760, and is now a B&B close to Birdoswald Roman Fort on Hadrian´s Wall, the North Pennines and Northumberland National Park.... more

Castlemont

Aspatria, Cumbria
Castlemont B&B is a large Victorian family residence standing in two acres of gardens with unrestricted views of the northern Lakeland Fells and Solway Firth. Built... more

Claremont House

Chestnut Hill, Keswick, Cumbria
Claremont House was built 160 years ago and is now a B&B in an elevated position ensuring wonderful views of Keswick and the surrounding fells including... more

Coldbeck House

Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
Coldbeck House B&B, built in 1820, is full of light with wonderful examples of stained glass. All three spacious en-suite bedrooms have tea/coffee facilities, TV/DVDs, CD... more

Cote How Organic Guest House & Tea Rooms

Rydal, Ambleside, Cumbria
Centrally located in the Lake District National Park, Cote How is a splendid 16th century country guest house and tearoom offering luxury accommodation and wholesome organic... more

Dorothy´s Cottage

1 Robin Lane, Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria
Dorothy´s Cottage overlooks the Troutbeck Valley and has wonderful views onto the dramatic High Street Fells. Dorothy´s Cottage which was built in 1626, has been painted... more

Fir Trees

Lake Road, Windermere, Cumbria
Fir Trees is our Windermere guest house of considerable character and charm. It was built in 1888 as a Victorian gentleman´s residence and the beautiful pitch... more

Grange Country House

Manor Brow, Ambleside Road, Keswick, Cumbria
The Grange Country House B&B offers 5 star guest accommodation with wonderful views, just a few minutes walk from the lovely market town of Keswick. We... more

Lyndhurst Country House

Newby Bridge, Cumbria
Lyndhurst is a 1920´s country house situated at the southern tip of Lake Windermere. All rooms ar en-suite with colour TV, hospitality trays, hairdryers, radios and... more

Marton House

Long Marton, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria
Marton House B&B is situated in the heart of the Eden Valley in Cumbria, a wonderful setting for a short break or holiday. This 19th century... more

Meadfoot Guest House

New Road, Windermere, Cumbria
Meadfoot Guest House B&B - a warm welcome and a memorable holiday experience await you. Meadfoot is a detached house set in its own grounds on... more

New House Farm

Buttermere Valley, Lorton, Cockermouth, Cumbria
New House Farm B&B is the ´real lakes´ with all the peace and beauty of the fells, valleys and lakes but without the crowds. New House... more

North End Farmhouse

Bolton, Appleby in Westmorland, Cumbria
North End Farmhouse, a restored 17th century Westmorland longhouse, is to be found in the heart of the tranquil Eden Valley yet only 20 minutes from... more

Orrest Head House

Kendal Road, Windermere, Cumbria
Orrest Head House B&B is a delightful Lakeland country house part of which dates back to the 17th century. The atmosphere here is relaxed and homely.... more

Ryelands

Grasmere, Ambleside, Cumbria
Ryelands B&B is a delightful Victorian country house set in three acres of peaceful and pleasant gardens on the edge of one of the most beautiful... more

Swaledale Watch

Whelpo, Caldbeck, Wigton, Cumbria
Swaledale Watch B&B is a busy sheep farm just outside the picturesque village of Caldbeck, situated within the Lake District National Park. Enjoy great comfort, excellent... more

Whitbysteads

Askham, Penrith, Cumbria
Whitbysteads is situated on the edge of the Lake District, set amongst spectacular mountains. Bedrooms are decorated in great style, a mixture of old, the new,... more



Museums / Art Galleries in Cumbria

Abbot Hall Art Gallery

Abbot Hall, Kendal, Cumbria
Abbot Hall Art Gallery is a fine Georgian house containing an outstanding collection of fine art. Works are shown in period settings along with furniture and... more

Beatrix Potter Gallery

¸ The National Trust Photo Library

Main Street, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria
Beatrix Potter Gallery has the largest collection of Beatrix Potter´s published work, including most of the original watercolour illustrations and manuscripts from the `Peter Rabbit´ series... more

Cars of The Stars Motor Museum

Standish Street, Keswick, Cumbria
Cars of The Stars Motor Museum opened in 1989. This world famous Museum features vehicles from television and film, including Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Batmobiles, Herbie,... more

Cumberland Pencil Museum

Southey Works, Greta Bridge, Keswick, Cumbria
Visit Keswick´s Cumberland Pencil Museum, the home of the first pencil, and the Cumberland Pencil Co, home of pencil perfection since 1832. Walk through a replica... more

The Dock Museum

North Road, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
The Dock Museum is built over an original Victorian dry dock, this modern Museum tells the history of Barrow-in-Furness. Discover how it grew from a 19th... more

Dove Cottage & the Wordsworth Museum

The Wordsworth Trust, Dove Cottage, Grasmere, Cumbria
Dove Cottage was the inspirational home of the poet William Wordsworth between the years 1799 and 1808, his prolific and important years as a poet. Now... more

Lakeland Motor Museum

Holker Hall and Gardens, Cark-in-Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria
Lakeland Motor Museum houses over 30,000 motoring related exhibits that include cars, motorcycles and engines, plus one of the largest collections of automobilia including badges, mascots,... more

Museum of Lakeland Life

Abbot Hall, Kendal, Cumbria
Museum of Lakeland Life, situated in the stable block of Abbot Hall Art Gallery tells the story of how Lakeland folk lived and entertained themselves in... more

Museum of the Border Regiment & Kings Own Royal Border Regiment

Queen Marys Tower, The Castle, Carlisle, Cumbria
The Museum of the Border relates the history of Cumbria´s County Infantry Regiment, local Militia and Volunteer units from 1702 to the present day. Regiment &... more

The Ruskin Museum

Yewdale Road, Coniston, Cumbria
The Ruskin Museum is acclaimed by the Rough Guide to The Lake District, as `the most thought-provoking in the Lakes´. Telling the story of Coniston from... more

Tullie House Museum & Art Gallery

Castle Street, Carlisle, Cumbria
Old Tullie House is a 17th century town house of character, with a fine classical faade. Inside are are some early features including a Jacobean staircase... more



Historic Houses in Cumbria

Brantwood

Coniston, Cumbria
Brantwood is the former home of John Ruskin, the only son of a Scottish sherry merchant. The original seven rooms that were used in his lifetime... more

Dalemain Historic House & Garden

Penrith, Cumbria
The medieval Tudor and Georgian Dalemain Historic House has been home to the Hasell family since 1679 with an interior that has not changed since the... more

Holker Hall & Gardens

Cark-in-Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria
Holker Hall shows the confidence, spaciousness and prosperity of Victorian style on its grandest scale, Holker Hall can trace its foundations back to the beginning of... more

Hutton-In-The-Forest

Penrith, Cumbria
The historic house at Hutton-In-The-Forest is based on a medieval pele tower, with substantial additions in 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Entrance is through the medieval... more

Muncaster Castle

Ravenglass, Cumbria
Muncaster Castle, home of the Pennington family since 1208, is probably built on Roman foundations. Anthony Salvin remodelled the Castle in the 1860s. The Great Hall... more

Sizergh Castle and Garden

¸ The National Trust Photo Library

Sizergh, Kendal, Cumbria
The medieval Sizergh Castle has been the home of the Strickland family for over 750 years. The 14th century tower was extended in Tudor times. It... more



Gardens in Cumbria

Brantwood

Coniston, Cumbria
Brantwood is a rocky hillside garden originally laid out 1870-1880s by John Ruskin. At the top is a viewing platform from which to see the fells.... more

Dalemain

Penrith, Cumbria
Dalemain is a delightful and fascinating 5 acre Lake District garden, just two miles from Ullswater and provides a haven of tranquillity. Richly planted herbaceous borders,... more

Holehird Gardens (The Lakeland Horticultural Society)

Patterdale Road, Windermere, Cumbria
Holehird Gardens (The Lakeland Horticultural Society) was recently voted on BBC Gardeners´ World to be one of the Nation´s Favourite Gardens. 10 acres above Windermere it... more

Holker Hall & Gardens

Cark-in-Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria
The gardens surrounding Holker Hall cover 25 acres of highly acclaimed woodland and formal garden areas, offering a richness and variety particular to this special micro-climate... more

Hutton-In-The-Forest

Penrith, Cumbria
Hutton-in-the-Forest´s Walled Garden is the main attraction dating from the 1730s. It contains an increasing collection of herbaceous plants, as well as many fruits trained to... more

Muncaster Gardens

Ravenglass, Cumbria
Muncaster Castle and gardens described by John Ruskin as the `Gateway to Paradise´with over 70 acres of glorious gardens set around the castle, featuring plants and... more

Sizergh Castle

¸ The National Trust Photo Library

Kendal, Cumbria
Sizergh Castle´s garden has two lakes and a superb rock garden. All this is set in a 1600 acre estate crossed by public footpaths, providing short... more



Attractions in Cumbria

Honister Slate Mine

Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria
Set in the Heart of Lakeland, Honister Slate Mines have, for centuries, produced the beautiful green stone, which it is famous throughout the world. Unlike slate... more

Jennings Brothers

The Castle Brewery, Cockermouth, Cumbria
Jennings Brothers is a traditional brewery using pure lakeland water drawn from their own well, with only finest natural ingredients. The Brewery Shop has an extensive... more

The Rum Story

Lowther Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria
The Rum Story is situated in The Western Lake District and is designed as a wet/all weather attraction. Travel through a tropical rainforest, an African village,... more

South Lakes Wild Animal Park

Crossgates, Dalton-in-Furness, Cumbria
South Lakes Wild Animal Park - enjoy the Ultimate Animal Experience in the heart of Dalton in Furness. A full hands on day where you get... more

South Tynedale Railway

The Railway Station, Alston, Cumbria
A narrow gauge railway built on the former Haltwhistle - Alston standard gauge branch line. The trains are hauled by preserved steam and diesel locomotives from... more

Ullswater Steamers

The Pier House, Glenridding, Cumbria
Ullswater ´Steamers´ have been sailing on this most beautiful of England´s lakes for almost one hundred and fifity years so leave the hustle and bustle behind... more

Wetheriggs Pottery

Clifton Dykes, Penrith, Cumbria
At Wetheriggs Pottery there is a lot to experience and many ways to express your own individuality and creativity throughout the year. A 19th century Industrial... more

Windermere Steamboats & Museum

Rayrigg Road, Windermere, Cumbria
Windermere Steamboats & Museum is located on a former sand wharf site where, for many years, barges unloaded gravel dredged from the bed of the lake.... more



Spas in Cumbria

Armathwaite Hall Hotel

Bassenthwaite Lake, Keswick, Cumbria
At Armathwaite Hall you can choose between some calorie burning physical exercise or simply lazing. Swim in the indoor pool, relax in the sauna or steam... more

Holbeck Ghyll

Holbeck Lane, Windermere, Cumbria
Loose yourself at Holbeck Ghyll Health Spa with one of the many and varied luxurious treatments. The qualified therapists use the E'spa range of products, renowned... more

Lakeside Hotel

Newby Bridge, Cumbria
The exclusive Lakeside Hotel Health & Leisure Spa introduces a new dimension in luxury and tranquillity. Facilities are state-of-the-art: a 17 metre swimming pool overlooking the... more

Netherwood Hotel

Lindale Road, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria
The Netherwood Spa and Fitness Centre is situated beneath the main house and includes an indoor heated swimming pool with jacuzzi and steam room, gymnasium and... more