Luxury Holidays, Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks in Cumbria
Planning a luxury holiday, short or weekend breaks in Cumbria? Listed below are Britain's Finest places to stay, visit and eat in Cumbria to help you plan luxury holidays, weekend breaks and short breaks.
A Corner of Eden (Bed & Breakfast)
Low Stennerskeugh, Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
With sumptuous fabrics, cosy fires, great locally sourced food and fine wines it is the perfect place to relax. Whether your interests are in local history,... more
Abbot Hall Art Gallery (Museum / Art Gallery)
Abbot Hall, Kendal, Cumbria
A collection of society portraits of the day by George Romney, the town´s famous artist, are also on display. The changing displays are drawn from the... more
Adam Place (Bed & Breakfast)
1 Park Avenue, Windermere, Cumbria
Ideal base for exploring the natural beauty of the Lake District. Accommodation is offered in single, double, twin and family rooms, with a two bedroom suite... more
Anns Hill (Self Catering)
Bridekirk, Cockermouth, Cumbria
There are many reasons to visit the Lake District, being an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, allowing the chance to experience outdoor pursuits such as rock... more
Appleby Manor Country House Hotel (Hotel)
Roman Road, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria
sit back and enjoy the real pleasures in life. Open log fires, indoor leisure club, a fine selection of wines and whiskys together with an 2... more
Armathwaite Hall Hotel (Spa)
Bassenthwaite Lake, Keswick, Cumbria
In addition there are ten treatment rooms including one double room for which appointments can be booked. Also new is the Courtyard Bar and Brasserie Restaurant... more
Ashlack Holiday Cottages (Self Catering)
Ashlack Hall, Grizebeck, Kirkby-in-Furness, Cumbria
Special rates are available for winter stays and a number of family attractions and outdoor pursuits can be enjoyed, such as sailing, fishing and horse riding.... more
Augill Castle (Small Hotel / Inn)
Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
There are fourteen uniquely decorated bedroms in the main house, (two of which are ground floor garden rooms), all superbly furnished with big antique beds, soft... more
Aynsome Manor Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
Aynsome Lane, Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria
There are ten comfortable bedrooms in the main house, mainly built around a courtyard, and covering two floors. Aynsome cottage lies a few short paces across... more
Bawd Hall (Self Catering)
Newlands, Keswick, Cumbria
There are three en-suite bathrooms available and Bawd Hall has its own central heating, as well as three reserved parking spaces and a picnic area. A... more
Bay Horse Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
Canal Foot, Ulverston, Cumbria
There are nine en-suite bedrooms, six of which have French windows out onto a terrace. All are individually decorated and furnished with all the facilities one... more
Beatrix Potter Gallery (Museum / Art Gallery)
Main Street, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria
Each year a changing selection of Potter´s work is displayed in the Gallery, which was originally the offices of her husband´s solicitors´ practice. It is largely... more
The Beech Hill Hotel (Hotel)
Newby Bridge Road, Windermere, Cumbria
Everything else is immediately forgotten! This charming hotel has fifty seven bedrooms and fifty two of them offer views of the lake. It also has one... more
Beech House (Bed & Breakfast)
Blennerhasset, Wigton, Cumbria
Enjoy a hearty breakfast, using Beech House sausage and bacon. We have 3 light and spacious bedrooms newly re-furbished using traditional furnishings... more
Bessiestown Farm Country Guest House (Bed & Breakfast)
Catlowdy, Longtown, Carlisle, Cumbria
Delightfully decorated public rooms and newly refurbished en-suite bedrooms with colour television radio and hostess tray. Delicious traditional home cooking... more
Blackwell - The Arts & Crafts House (Historic House)
Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria
There is also a changing programme of exhibitions and events... more
Blenheim Lodge (Bed & Breakfast)
Brantfell Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria
Most rooms feature antique furniture, including antique William IV 4-poster beds. All rooms have luxury linen and towels, and are decorated with Laura Ashley colours and... more
Borrowdale Gates Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
Grange-in-Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria
All guest rooms are well decorated and furnished with the majority having original featues, charm and picture perfect views. The hotel has had, for many years,... more
Brantwood (Historic House)
Coniston, Cumbria
Educated at Christ Church, Oxford, he was influenced by the evolutionary sciences of the day especially geology. Guided Garden Tours: Apr to Oct, Wed to Fri... more
Brantwood (Garden)
Coniston, Cumbria
Below, paths wind their way through several different gardens, and a collection of ferns luxuriates underfoot. A zig-zag path follows Dante´s journey from Purgatory to Paradise... more
Bridge Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
Buttermere, Cockermouth, Cumbria
The twenty one individually designed bedrooms all have excellent ensuite facilities, several with four-poster beds. The Bridge Hotel has a number of dining options to suit... more
Broadoaks Country House (Hotel)
Bridge Lane, Troutbeck, Windermere, Cumbria
You can hear the soothing rush of the water and the crackling of the open log fire in the winter evenings. Whilst you take in the... more
Buckle Yeat (Bed & Breakfast)
Near Sawrey, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria
All rooms are light, airy and individually decorated - all have en-suite facilties, tea/coffee making facilities, colour TV and hairdryer. Breakfast is served in the dining... more
Bush Nook (Bed & Breakfast)
Upper Denton, Gilsland, Brampton, Cumbria
Surrounded by stunning open countryside, visitors can relax and enjoy peace, tranquillity and traditional home cooking. A full English breakfast is served each morning and in... more
Carlisle Golf Club (Golf Course)
Aglionby, Carlisle, Cumbria
Surrounded by stunning open countryside, visitors can relax and enjoy peace, tranquillity and traditional home cooking. A full English breakfast is served each morning and in... more
Cars of The Stars Motor Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
Standish Street, Keswick, Cumbria
Each car is displayed on its individual film set with sound and lighting giving the right atmosphere. A collection of autographs of famous people are also... more
Castlemont (Bed & Breakfast)
Aspatria, Cumbria
Start your day with a traditional English breakfast or a selected oak smoked kipper, perhaps a poached egg with haddock or ham? Loads of toast, butter... more
Cherry Holme (Bed & Breakfast)
Glenridding, Ullswater, Penrith, Cumbria
We offer luxury bed and breakfast and are ideally located for walkers, sailors and tourists. Named after the second largest island on the lake, Cherry Holme... more
Clare House (Small Hotel / Inn)
Park Road, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria
Chefs Andrew Read and Mark Johnston prepare English and French food made from the finest ingredients complimented by a good selection of wines and spirits. The... more
Claremont House (Bed & Breakfast)
Chestnut Hill, Keswick, Cumbria
Our private car park means your vehicle can be left from the moment you arrive until you leave should you wish to take in the many... more
Clarence House Country Hotel & Restaurant (Small Hotel / Inn)
Skelgate, Dalton-in-Furness, Cumbria
Every room is decorated and designed to an individual theme, using rich fabrics and upholstery in deep burgundies and fresh creams. Dining in the Courtyard Restaurant,... more
Coldbeck House (Bed & Breakfast)
Ravenstonedale, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria
Breakfasts, using local ingredients, are an experience! Views are over to the village church or overlooking the garden with its colony of red squirrels. Set in... more
Cote How Organic Guest House & Tea Rooms (Bed & Breakfast)
Rydal, Ambleside, Cumbria
There are numerous walks and bridle ways directly accessible from the house including Loughrigg, Nab Scar, Fairfield Horseshoe and Rydal Water. We have three large and... more
The Cottage in the Wood (Small Hotel / Inn)
Whinlatter Forest, Keswick, Cumbria
The Lake District restaurant offers a menu based upon regional and continental dishes to reflect fresh seasonal produce. Everything is homemade including the ice creams and... more
Crosby Lodge (Hotel)
High Crosby, Crosby-on-Eden, Carlisle, Cumbria
All bedrooms are luxuriously furnished with attention to detail. With a reputation for fine food and an extensive wine list, the menu offers a great choice... more
Crummock Water Cottages (Self Catering)
Foulsyke House, Foulsyke, Cockermouth, Cumbria
Some of the interior features that make for a homely and memorable stay are antique brass and iron beds, pine furniture and oak ceilings, while the... more
Cumberland Pencil Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
Southey Works, Greta Bridge, Keswick, Cumbria
Trace the history of pencil manufacture over the last 350 years and see how we make Derwent Fine Art pencils today. Be amazed at the world´s... more
Cumrew House (Self Catering)
Cumrew, Heads Nook, Carlisle, Cumbria
Service users enjoy a fully-equipped kitchen in a cosy environment, heated by a woodburner, well-furnished and spacious with two large en suite bedrooms. A digital TV... more
Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel (Small Hotel / Inn)
Lake Thirlmere, Keswick, Cumbria
There are four different styles of bedroom, all individually furnished, some with garden and lake views. The restaurant is an ideal place for a romantic dinner,... more
Dalemain (Garden)
Penrith, Cumbria
Magnificent Abies Cephalonica, Tulip Tree and a Tudor Knot garden. The Wild Garden has a profusion of flowering shrubs and wild flowers, in early summer there... more
Dalemain Historic House & Garden (Historic House)
Penrith, Cumbria
The 5 acre gardens have herbaceous borders and a Rose Walk with over 100 old fashioned roses. The wild garden has a mass of flowering shrubs... more
The Dock Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
North Road, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
Exhibits include our spectacular ship models, computer interactives, film show, `Shipbuilders to the World´ and the social history of Barrow. A vibrant exhibitions and events programme,... more
Dove Cottage & the Wordsworth Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
The Wordsworth Trust, Dove Cottage, Grasmere, Cumbria
While living in this inspirational setting Wordsworth produced the most famous and best-loved of his poems including, 'I wandered Lonely as a Cloud, and Dorothy wrote... more
Drunken Duck (Restaurant)
Barngates, Ambleside, Cumbria
High backed leather chairs and linen covered tables make for a smart but inviting main dining room where you can enjoy a crisp skinned, meltingly tender... more
The Drunken Duck Inn (Small Hotel / Inn)
Barngates, Ambleside, Cumbria
Within a few minutes drive of Tarn Hows, Coniston Old Man and the Langdale Pikes. All sixteen bedrooms are individually furnished in a unique blend of... more
Duddon Villa (Self Catering)
Borwick Rails, Millom, Cumbria
Up to ten guests can enjoy this luxury self-catering accommodation, with en suite bedrooms, homely furnishings for dining and socialising, as well as a games room... more
Farlam Hall Hotel (Hotel)
Brampton, Cumbria
Slowly over the years accolades were achieved from all major sources culminating in membership of Relais & Chëteaux in 1984. The House is set in 12... more
Fayrer Garden House Hotel (Hotel)
Lyth Valley Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria
All bedrooms are decorated and furnished to the highest standards with either garden or lake views. A four poster room with whirlpool bath is available for... more
Fell House (Self Catering)
Howgill Lane, Sedbergh, Cumbria
The pleasant market town of Sedburgh is a short drive away, which is good for supplies and is also famous for its bookshops, being Britain's only... more
Fir Trees (Bed & Breakfast)
Lake Road, Windermere, Cumbria
Breakfasts are special at Fir Trees, traditionally English in style and cooked to perfection. Lovely bedrooms, all furnished and decorated to a very high standard, with... more