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The 10 Best Country Houses in Windermere, UK

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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.

Proximity to railway station Property is well maintained Efficient staff

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9.5
Exceptional
198 reviews
Price from
£243.75
per night

Cragwood Country House Hotel lies on the shores of Lake Windermere in the Lake District National Park.With acres of landscaped gardens, this hotel offers free on-site parking and Wi-Fi.

There is a flat-screen TV, telephone and tea and coffee facilities in all guest rooms at Cragwood Country House Hotel. Each room has en suite bathroom facilities with bath or shower and complementary toiletries.

Cragwood is set in beautiful surroundings with lovely staff, ample amenities, and fantastic service. The food is delicious, and bedrooms very comfortable.

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8.5
Very good
1,124 reviews
Price from
£104
per night

On the edge of Lake Windermere in the Lake District National Park, Merewood Country House Hotel was built in 1812 and retains many original features. In 20 acres of landscaped gardens, this hotel offers free on-site parking and Wi-Fi.

breathtaking view, cozy and inviting atmosphere, location is good walking distance to Brockhole Windemere park. Taxis are available anytime with reasonable charges

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8.5
Very good
841 reviews
Price from
£119
per night

Overlooking Lake Windermere and Langdale Fells, Holbeck Ghyll is a 4-red star country house hotel with fabulous views and rooms.

The individually designed rooms all include beds dressed in Egyptian cotton. They feature an LCD TV, DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities.

Absolutely stunning location with beautiful views and the staff were amazing.

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8.5
Very good
934 reviews
Price from
£144
per night

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.

Warm, cozy, homely atmosphere. Very courteous staff, good food, beautiful rooms. Fabulous surroundings and view of lake Windermere.

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9.4
Superb
449 reviews
Price from
£130.50
per night

Enjoying beautiful views of Lake Windemere, the charming Ryebeck also boasts 5 acres of gardens and grounds, individually styled rooms and an award-winning restaurant.

The surrounding fells and countryside provide beautiful walks, just moments from the hotel’s doorstep. Beatrix Potter’s former home, Hill Top Farm, is just a 30-minute journey over the car ferry.

The room, the view, the food and staff were all wonderful

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8.7
Fabulous
387 reviews
Price from
£139.21
per night

Set in Near Sawrey and only 4.8 km from Lake Windermere, Historic House in Beatrix Potter Village offers accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. Housed in a building dating from 19th century, this country house is 46 km from Askham Hall and 100 metres from Hill Top. The property is non-smoking and is located 39 km from Derwentwater.

Our stay in this beautiful house was fantastic. Pictures on booking.com honestly don't do the property justice. Great location, wonderful hosts and on top of that one of the best vegan breakfasts we've had in months! (The hosts were very accommodating of our dietary requirements) There are three very friendly dogs at the house but that was not a problem for us as they are well trained and only added to our stay. We would definitely look to return if we're ever back in the Lake District

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8.9
Fabulous
22 reviews
Price from
£81
per night

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.

We were immediately welcomed and given a tour of the beautiful building, including the garden and the two lounges. Everywhere was kept toasty thanks to the fire places, and there were lots of books and board games available to pass the time. Our room was spacious, clean and kept supplied with lush hot chocolate, tea, etc. We had a fantastic view of the lake too. The staff were absolutely wonderful and couldn't be more helpful. Had a lovely chat with Ed one day, then Angela the next! The food was fantastic, I would highly recommend grabbing at least one dinner there, and definitely go down for breakfast every day. Wonderful selection, and exceedingly tasty. Incredibly cooked by the owner and solo chef, Richard!

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9.2
Superb
303 reviews
Price from
£173.55
per night

The country house is fitted with a flat-screen TV. The kitchen has a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave and there is a private bathroom with bathrobes and slippers. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

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10
Exceptional
1 reviews
Price from
£276
per night

High Grassings Country House is a 16-minute drive from Grizedale Forest and the cosy hamlet of Hawkshead is less than 2 miles away. The historical town of Ambleside is 13 minutes' drive away and Windermere is just 8 miles away.

We booked this weekend away for my mum and my husband for a surprise 60th + 70t birthday treat. They both absolutely loved the stay and, the staff were exceptional. They definitely would stay again. Receptionist staff were very helpful and were very attentive, and very polite.

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9.4
Superb
232 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

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Country houses that guests love in Windermere

  • Avg. price/night: £110
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,139 reviews
    Breakfast was lovely, great staff, excellent service, nice affordable little bar and lovely seating area. It was very quiet and peaceful. Location was great. Parking not bad maybe slightly tight in places.
    Joanne
    Young couple
  • 9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 474 reviews
    Peaceful & quiet. Short walk to pubs & shops
    Saunders
    Young couple
  • 9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 208 reviews
    beautiful rooms very clean. so quiet and peaceful
    janine
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 92 reviews
    Great stay in Townfoot Byre. Beautiful views, quiet and peaceful. Lovely unique stay with fantastic facilities. Very helpful hosts. Very comfortable bed and stylish bathroom.
    Georgina
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £125.40
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,312 reviews
    Absolutely stunning. Beautiful area very quiet and peaceful
    Leeanne
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 92 reviews
    Good location for hiking. The surroundings are nice and quiet. The building itself is old but the room is stylish and large. Comfortable bed. Clean, well-equipped kitchen. Breakfast wasn't to our liking, but you can visit a local shop and buy things for sandwiches. The steep stairs were a challenge, so older people or people with mobility issues should think about another place. Like another reviewer, we think the driveway to the parking is narrow but your car is in a safe place behind the house.
    Malgorzata
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 388 reviews
    The hosts were friendly and available for all of our enquiries and even facilitated an early check in so we could start our holiday off as soon as we arrived in Windermere! The location is perfect and in walking distance of both bowness and Windermere,whilst still being peaceful and quiet at night, it is spotlessly clean and has everything you need!
    Georgia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £128.10
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 638 reviews
    We really enjoyed our 2 night stay. The staff are very friendly and welcoming, the hotel is very clean and our room was spacious, well furnished and comfortable. Breakfast is included and is excellent as well as complimentary cake. As the hotel is set back from the main road it is very quiet and peaceful and great to get away and relax. Very pleased with our stay.
    A
    Andrew Shaw
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £175
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,115 reviews
    This is an incredible hotel, wonderful staff, everything is so beautiful, cozy. A quiet and peaceful place with a view of a mountain stream. Breakfasts are also delicious.
    Oleksandra
    Young couple
  • 9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 430 reviews
    Windermere and Bowness towns are very busy with people, so being easy walking distance from both but down a very peaceful and quiet side street is perfect. We were in the top room, which is huge and very comfortable. Much more modern and luxury than the pics online show. Loved it and amazing value
    Sophie
    Young couple