Country Houses in Windermere

Award wining three AA Red star Country House Hotel with panoramic views of Lake Windermere and the Langdale pikes, set with in five acres of mature landscaped gardens. Whatever the weather you can soak up the stunning views on our Garden Terrace, or unwind and relax in one of our three exquisite lounges or our conservatory. Dine in our Two Red Rosetted Restaurant, with our extensive wine list and local produce. We are conveniently located 20 minutes off the M6 and only a short stroll from Windermere or Bowness.

With a magnificent view of Lake Windermere and the Langdale Fells, Holbeck Ghyll is idyllic in any season, surrounded by the extensive woodlands and natural beauty of Cumbria. Its Michelin-starred restaurant overlooks lake and mountains, and bedrooms in the main house and the nearby lodge share the same glorious views. Some of the hotel's spacious suites have been designed with families in mind.Holbeck Ghyll is ideally situated for exploring the attractions of the breathtaking Lake District. Built in the 19th century, the house was bought as a hunting lodge in 1888 by Lord Lonsdale, then one of the richest men in the country. Known as the 'Yellow Earl', he ensured that his name went down in history by bequeathing the famous Lonsdale Belt to boxing. His lodge was set in the incomparable landscape of the Lake District, overlooking one of England's loveliest stretches of water - Windermere.Relaxation at Holbeck Ghyll can take the form of walking or boating, golf or bird watching, or indulging in a range of facilities and treatments available at the hotel's own spa.Holbeck Ghyll recently won both the Room for Romance and Country Life Hotel of the Year awards and is rated 7 out of 10 in the 2006 Good Food Guide.

Award winning 3 red star hotel (AA) with sublime hilltop setting, overlooking Lake Windermere and mountains. Johansens Most Excellent Country House 2007, Featured in Conde Nast Traveller Magazine's Gold List 2006 for Best Location. Set amid 14 acres of beautiful gardens. All rooms en-suite some with lake views. Unstuffy and relaxing. Great food (3 AA rosettes). Close to all the major heritage attractions such as Hilltop (Home of Beatrix Potter) and Dove Cottage (Beloved Home of William Wordsworth). Guests have complimentary use of a nearby leisure facilities. Wi-fi internet access available in all rooms.

Family owned and run for twenty-four years, Lindeth Fell is one of the most beautifully situated hotels in the Lake District. Above Lake Windermere in six acres of award winning gardens, it offers brilliant lake and mountain views. Enjoy Rosette standard food and log fires in a warm and friendly setting. A perfect centre for Beatrix Potter and Wordsworth fans. AA 81% Three Stars. Top 200 hotel. Rosette for fine food 2007. RAC awards for Comfort, Hospitality and Restaurant 1999 and Dining Award level 2 2000. Awarded RAC"BLUE RIBBON" 2005-6 for excellance of hospitality. Visit Britain Three stars GOLD AWARD 2007 86%. Sunday Times Golden Pillow award 1999. Which? County Hotel of the Year 1997. Good Hotel Guide since 1988. Good guide to the lakes - Hunter Davies since 1985