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Forest How Guest House, nestled among the fells of the western Lake District, is a period property right in the heart of Eskdale. Footpaths lead from the house towards Scafell and Great Gable, approximately 15 miles away.

Location is beautiful. Loved watching squirrels and birds in gardens. Great views. Close to good walks. Breakfast was excellent. Hosts very friendly. Dog was welcome.

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9.4
Superb
119 reviews
Price from
RUB 10,627
per night

Nestled in the Eskdale Valley, Bower House Inn is 4 miles from the Cumbrian coast. This 17th century 3 star inn offers superb food in its restaurant and rooms with en suite bathrooms.

Set across 2 buildings, Bower House Inn is quiet hotel, set in beautiful countryside. With free WiFi, rooms feature TVs and tea/coffee making facilities.

The room was very clean. The staff were very friendly and the food delicious and reasonably priced. The location was fantastic with lovely views and very easy access to great walks.

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8.7
Fabulous
1,761 reviews
Price from
RUB 7,800
per night

Atop one of England’s most beautiful valleys, Woolpack Inn is a 20-minute drive from the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway. It is surrounded by scenic hiking trails, and offers real ales and free Wi-Fi.

Guests can enjoy a range of hearty, home-cooked meals, including Herdwick lamb, roasted ham, and homemade soups. Breakfast is available each morning, served in the charming eating area.

Friendly team of staff and a great location

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8.4
Very good
369 reviews
Price from
RUB 8,479
per night

With scenic views from every room, Stanley House features a beautiful garden and cosy guest lounge with a log fire. There is free private parking is available.

All bedrooms feature en-suite facilities, free WiFi and a flat screen TV. There are 2 spacious guest lounges. The open plan kitchen/diner looks out on to the large gardens and rivers.

Lovely big family room Very friendly staff Great location

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8.2
Very good
324 reviews
Price from
RUB 6,783
per night

A Lake District guest house around 17 miles from Scafell Pike, Brook House Inn provides en suite accommodation and a restaurant and bar. An extensive collection of whiskies and wines are served at this Cumbrian inn, which offers free on-site parking and Wi-Fi.

Owners went out of their way to help us with breakfast for the morning to go with our plans

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8.8
Fabulous
15 reviews

Situated in the quaint village of Boot, The Boot Inn offers free WiFi access, free parking, a bar and a restaurant. Set in the heart of the Lake District National Park, the inn is surrounded by cycling and hiking trails. Scafell Pike is 13 miles away and Muncaster Fell is a 15-minute drive away.

Very friendly people, beautiful location with very nice garden, good ffod, nice atmosphere.

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9.1
Superb
449 reviews
Price from
RUB 9,044
per night

The award-winning Bridge Inn is set in the picturesque valley of Wasdale in the Western Lake District. It offers real ales, home-cooked food and is 15 minutes from Scarfell Pike, England’s highest mountain.

What a fantastic little find. Very nicely updated and appointed rooms. Lovely large bar and restaurant. Staff was friendly and helpful and the local canine customers were delightful as well . Would definitely recommend to anyone exploring the Western Lakes.

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8.5
Very good
1,197 reviews
Price from
RUB 5,539
per night

The family-run Lutwidge Arms sits in the centre of Holmrook Village on the banks of the River Irt. It offers rooms free Wi-Fi, free parking and home cooked food.

Traditional English breakfasts and evening meals are served daily. Local cask ales are offered in the bar area.

very friendly hosts. outstanding room. excellent breakfast. this is how it should be done. definitely a second stay. big well done.

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8.5
Very good
39 reviews
Price from
RUB 10,740
per night

The daily breakfast offers Full English/Irish, vegetarian or vegan options. As an added convenience, the guest house offers packed lunches for guests to bring on excursions and other trips off-property.

It is a wonderful place to stay and relax. You can really rest and admire the scenery, and it's a great starting point to climb Scaffel Pike, Great Gabel and other peaks. Looking forward to going back!

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9.9
Exceptional
9 reviews
Price from
RUB 6,105
per night

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Warm and welcoming guest houses are ideal for travellers who prefer unfussy accommodation with a personal touch. They are usually family-run, and your host will provide local recommendations and optional meals. Often cheaper than regular hotels, guest houses can also feature a cosy living room and a garden.
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Guest houses that travellers love in Eskdale

  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 119 reviews
    The staff Mother & Daughter were very welcoming and very helpful and friendly the made us feel very welcome. We enjoyed the breakfast 10/10 also the views in the morning were out of this world it was very sad to leave such a beautiful place with great hosts . Can’t wait to book here again in the summer !
    Ged
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 11,757
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,761 reviews
    Great location in a quiet area for a 2 night stay. We travelled in October so a warm and cosy room was very much appreciated. Evening pub food and breakfast, offering sausages for guest dogs. Lovely touch. Friendly staff.
    Tracey
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 14,696
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,301 reviews
    Great location, wonderfully peaceful and quiet. Lovely dog walks. Really tasty meal Sunday night. Staff really friendly
    Erika
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 14,696
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,301 reviews
    Beautiful hotel with periodic look. Everything I needed for a long weekend peace, quiet and everything on call that I needed. The room was clean and spacious and the restaurant and bar first class. We absolutely loved the food in the restaurant. Great location for lakes and fells.
    Richard
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 119 reviews
    Wildlife, dog friendly, lovely quiet setting Red squirrels watching you eat your lovely cooked brekkie! Veggie options. Amazing setting with orchards, woods and gardens. Very dog friendly, unusual for a guest house ❤️ Nice extra touches, packed lunch had surprise dog treats and the biggest gooey homemade flapjack. Will be back!
    Catriona
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 14,696
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,301 reviews
    Excellent location. Extremely clean. Lots of facilities in bedroom (tea coffee and fresh biscuits that were refreshed every day). Very quiet. Beautiful views in many of the rooms. Peacocks outside on arrival - gorgeous. Steve was the perfect host and very laid back. Nothing was too much trouble.
    Diane
    Young couple
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 119 reviews
    Great location in a quieter part of the lake district with more than enough activities and attractions on your doorstep. We had a long journey to the lake district so we were happy to be able to do walks from the guesthouse and not have to use the car much while we were there. The owners were friendly and helpful and very welcoming to the dog too :) Good breakfast options and a drying room that worked!
    Alexandra
    Group
  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 119 reviews
    Forest How is a little gem tucked away in a quiet corner of Eskdale surrounded by a beautiful garden filled with the sounds of birds and frequented by red squirrels. No faux boutique touches here just the perfect guest house, quintessentially English, done to perfection. Best of all are the wonderful breakfasts served up by friendly mother and daughter team who run the show.
    Raoul
    People with friends
  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 255 reviews
    Great location. Exciting drive from city centre to the hostel, via hard knot pass! It’s in very quiet location.
    Sumaiya
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: RUB 11,757
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,761 reviews
    Great Host ( bar man) log fires and all reasonably cheap.
    RONALD FORRESTER
    Young couple