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
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
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
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
































































































