Quality-rated places to stay and eat in Cumbria

Caravan & camping

Ullswater Holiday Park

Watermillock, Cumbria

★★★★

A pleasant site in the hills above Ullswater with private boat launching facilities.

Caravan & camping

The Quiet Site

Watermillock, Cumbria

★★★★★

An eco-driven policy blends with eclectic accommodation options.

Glamping

The Quiet Site Glamping

Watermillock, Cumbria

★★★★★

Zero plastic shop and zero gas site.

Self-catering

Bank Barn

Watermillock, Cumbria

★★★★★

Attractive barn in beautiful countryside.

Self-catering

Hause Hall, Cruik Barn & The Stables

Ullswater, Cumbria

★★★★★

Beautifully converted farm buildings enjoying some stunning views.

Holiday park

Waterfoot Park

Pooley Bridge, Cumbria

★★★★★

Green and tranquil holiday park in idyllic Lake District.

Holiday park

Park Foot Holiday Park

Pooley Bridge, Cumbria

★★★★★

Lakeside holiday destination with activities for all ages.

Self-catering

Mellfell View Cottage

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★★

A modern and well-equipped cottage with splendid views

Guest accommodation

Glenridding Manor House

Glenridding, Cumbria

★★★★★

In a stunning lakeshore location, a warm welcome awaits guests.

Visitor attraction

Ullswater 'Steamers'

Glenridding, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

A very relaxing onboard experience.

Inn

The Crown Inn

Pooley Bridge, Cumbria

★★★★

Chic and stylish accommodation in a glorious setting

Public house

The Crown Inn

Pooley Bridge, Cumbria

Locally sourced food next to the river

Restaurant

1863 Restaurant with Rooms

Pooley Bridge, Cumbria

Robust cooking in the heart of Cumbria.

Restaurant with rooms

1863 Restaurant with Rooms

Pooley Bridge, Cumbria

★★★★

A family run all-rounder that just keeps getting better.

Self-catering

Wordsworth Barn

Patterdale, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Broad How

Patterdale, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Cherry How

Patterdale, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Hillcroft Park

Pooley Bridge, Cumbria

★★★★

Well-equipped and attractive cottages on a well-run holiday park.

Self-catering

Meadowbank Cottage

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Meadowcroft Cottage

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★★

Holiday park

Hillcroft Park

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★★★

Attractive landscaped park in green and leafy Lake District setting.

Self-catering

Sheepfold Barn

Motherby, Cumbria

★★★★★

Stylish country retreat in Cumbria.

Self-catering

Cragside Cottage

Troutbeck, Cumbria

★★★

Set in open farmland close to Troutbeck area

Hostel

YHA Helvellyn

Glenridding, Cumbria

★★★

Characterful buildings with Ulls Water in the back garden.

Things to do

Dalemain House & Gardens

Dalemain, Cumbria

Self-catering

Hares Garth

Deepdale, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Stone Cottage

Deepdale, Cumbria

★★★★★

Holiday park

Flusco Wood Holiday Lodges

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★★★

At the gateway to the Lake District.

Self-catering

Mill Cottage

Hartsop, Cumbria

★★★★

Very comfortable cottage close to Hartsop

Bed & breakfast

Scales Farm Country Guest House

Scales, Cumbria

★★★★

Spectacular views of the central fells

Guest accommodation

Askham Hall

Askham, Cumbria

★★★★★

A property with true presence – experience luxury and quality cuisine.

Inn

Queen's Head

Askham, Cumbria

★★★★

An ideal base for tourers and explorers – the bedrooms are all spacious and luxurious.

Inn

The Punchbowl Inn, Askham

Askham, Cumbria

★★★★

18th-century former farmhouse in a beautiful village setting

Self-catering

Glenderamackin Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Public house

The Punchbowl Inn, Askham

Askham, Cumbria

Rural Lakeland pub serving hearty local food

Restaurant

Allium at Askham Hall

Askham, Cumbria

Historic house with estate-grown produce on the menu.

Things to do

The Rheged Centre

Penrith, Cumbria

Caravan & camping

Sykeside Camping & Caravan Park

Patterdale, Cumbria

★★★

Stunning location, views and a popular hikers pub are special features.

Self-catering

Blencowe Hall

Blencow, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Cazenovia Hall

Blencow, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Riverain Coach House

Blencow, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Wythburn Cottage

Blencow, Cumbria

★★★★★

Hotel

Dale Head Hall Lakeside Hotel

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★

Peaceful locations with beautiful lake views – great for walkers.

Caravan & camping

Burns Farm Caravan, Camping & Glamping

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★★

Rural site with superb views and a wide range of options.

Holiday park

Lowther Holiday Park

Eamont Bridge, Cumbria

★★★★★

Country retreat in idyllic surroundings of historic Lowther Estate.

Restaurant

FYR

Penrith, Cumbria

Fire-grill restaurant with crowd-pleasing menu.

Hotel

North Lakes Hotel & Spa

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★★

Popular hotel with contemporary style.

Spa

North Lakes Hotel & Spa

Penrith, Cumbria

Welcoming Cumbria hotel and spa on edge of Lake District

Things to do

Mayburgh Henge

Eamont Bridge, Cumbria

Things to do

King Arthur's Round Table

Eamont Bridge, Cumbria

Things to do

Penrith Castle

Penrith, Cumbria

Inn

George and Dragon, Clifton

Clifton, Cumbria

★★★★

A warm welcome, original features and good use of local produce.

Public house

George and Dragon, Clifton

Clifton, Cumbria

Historic pub majoring on local produce

Restaurant

George and Dragon, Clifton

Clifton, Cumbria

British cooking from the estate of the AA’s founder.

Things to do

Castlerigg Stone Circle

Keswick, Cumbria

Hotel

The George Hotel

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★

Well-equipped bedrooms and a timeless charm.

Bed & breakfast

Bank House

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★★

Charming Victorian guest house with views and splendid gardens

Self-catering

Swallows Lodge

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Close to stunning scenery overlooking Derwentwater.

Caravan & camping

Castlerigg Hall Caravan & Camping Park

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★★

Breathtaking lakes and mountain views matched by superb facilities.

Self-catering

San Ging Holiday Home

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Contemporary property on the edge of Keswick with spacious living areas and stylish décor.

Restaurant

The Dog and Gun Inn

Skelton, Cumbria

Cumbrian countryside setting for convivial, relaxed dining with great food.

Euk Self Catering

Pinecroft Bungalow

Keswick, Cumbria

Awaiting assessment

Pinecroft is a very pleasant detached bungalow, accommodating up to 5 guests, situated on Eleventrees on the eastern side of Keswick with western views toward Grisedale Pike. The property has fantastic features and facilities including private parking, large garden, and quality furnishings.

Self-catering

Strickland Manor

Great Strickland, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

The Oaks

Great Strickland, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

The Woodland

Great Strickland, Cumbria

★★★★

Things to do

Brougham Castle

Brougham, Cumbria

Bed & breakfast

Burnside B&B

Keswick, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Well-equipped and provided rooms with a splendid breakfast offering.

Self-catering

Shelley Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Historic property with fell views

Bed & breakfast

The Grange Country House

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★★

Great quality accommodation

Self-catering

Lydia's River Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Greta House

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Splendid outdoor seating area

Self-catering

Two Chimneys

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Deer Close Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

This enchanting stone cottage has been beautifully decorated throughout and occupies a breathtaking elevated position with sunny south-west aspect just in front of Walla Crag and overlooking the beautiful Borrowdale Valley.

Things to do

Countess Pillar, Brougham

Penrith, Cumbria

Self-catering

Manesty View

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★

Things to do

Shap Abbey

Shap, Cumbria

Self-catering

Fellside Hideaway

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Skiddaw Heights

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Farmer's Retreat

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Serendipity

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★

A popular base for Lakeland walkers

Self-catering

High Rigg

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Well-equipped accommodation for couples and families.

Self-catering

Wordsworth House

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Close to the heart of Keswick

Self-catering

Birchgate Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Traditional Lakeland cottage located within a short stroll from Derwentwater

Self-catering

Byways Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Welcoming and beautifully refurbished Lakeland house in Keswick

Hotel

Keswick Country House Hotel

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★

The team’s hospitality is a highlight of a stay here.

Self-catering

45 Eskin Street

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Cherry Garth

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Stylish chalet close to the town centre

Self-catering

Red Robin

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Bed & breakfast

Bramblewood Cottage Guest House

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Views of Skiddaw from charming guest house in idyllic spot.

Self-catering

Acorn Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Guest accommodation

Elm Tree Lodge

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Centrally located and neatly presented, all rooms are well appointed.

Bed & breakfast

Acorn House

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Comfortable accommodation in a large Georgian property.

Self-catering

Crow Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

A very well presented and equipped property.

Guest accommodation

Dorchester House

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Experience traditional charm in beautiful Keswick

Things to do

Keswick Museum

Keswick, Cumbria

Self-catering

Alison's View

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Ideal location for all of Keswick town's amenities

Bed & breakfast

The Edwardene

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

A distinctive Edwardian guest house just a short stroll from Derwentwater.

Self-catering

Skiddaw View

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Ideal base for Lake District explorers

Self-catering

Blue Sky Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Discover 1970s styling in central Keswick.

Self-catering

The Byre

Grasmere, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

The Cottage

Grasmere, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

The Farmhouse

Grasmere, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

The Smithy

Grasmere, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Crandy Nook

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Lots of room and a great location

Self-catering

Newlands Apartment

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Well presented apartment, extremely well-located for access to central Keswick.

Self-catering

Grandy Nook Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Comfortable apartment with views

Hostel

YHA Keswick

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Modern hostel set on the banks of the River Greta.

Self-catering

Isabel Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Close to all the amenities of Keswick town centre

Self-catering

The Eyrie

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Easy access to the facilities of Keswick Town

Self-catering

3 The Townhouses

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

5 The Townhouses

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

7 The Townhouses

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

9 The Townhouses

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Daisy Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Comfortable 18th-century cottage around the corner from Keswick town centre

Self-catering

Blencathra Bungalow

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Close to the facilities of Keswick

Self-catering

Sunnycroft

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

High Spy

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

A very well presented property with high levels of cleanliness, close to the centre of Keswick

Public house

The Royal Oak at Keswick

Keswick, Cumbria

Popular inn at the heart of walking country

Self-catering

Grisedale Pike

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Inn

The Royal Oak at Keswick

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Popular and inviting inn plus quality bedrooms in the heart of town.

Self-catering

Gretaside Apartment

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★

Contemporary living in converted mill

Self-catering

Castlerigg Apartment

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Fellseeker Apartment

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★

Modern apartment close to town amenities

Self-catering

Garden Apartment

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Whinlatter Apartment

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Fairbank Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Comfortable cottage close to Keswick amenities

Self-catering

Stickle Tarn

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

The Tops

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Room only

Rooms36

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Comfortable bedrooms close to Derwent Water.

Self-catering

Skiddaw Skies

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Central Keswick accommodation enjoying fantastic sweeping panoramic views

Self-catering

The Ridgeway

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Victorian apartment with spacious rooms and stunning panoramic views and a patio

Self-catering

Abacourt Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Traditional Lakeland cottage with wonderful views across the rooftops towards the fells

Guest accommodation

Badgers Wood Guest House

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

A very well-placed property, close to the amenities and activities in and around Keswick.

Self-catering

Ellergill House

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Lovely fell views from handsome central Keswick property.

Self-catering

Greta Howe

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Park View

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Morrels Apartment

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Luxurious Lakeland property close to town centre

Self-catering

Catbells

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Alban Rise

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Very centrally located and ideal for all Keswick's facilities

Self-catering

Tithe Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Traditional, cosy barn conversion in the centre of Keswick with free spa access

Self-catering

Bridge Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Bridge House

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Bridge House Apartment 1

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Bridge House Apartment 2

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Bridge House Apartment 3

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Bridge Mews

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Azalea

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Brook Lodge

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Ewe Howe

Underskiddaw, Cumbria

★★★★

Tranquil location with good transport links

Self-catering

Coledale

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Spacious first-floor apartment in a quiet location near to the town centre

Self-catering

Coleridge Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Easy walk to all Keswick facilities

Things to do

The Derwent Pencil Museum

Keswick, Cumbria

Self-catering

Elm Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Quaver Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Quiet rieverside location near to the town centre with access to communal gardens

Self-catering

Rock Lynn Bungalow

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Felltops Apartment

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Ideally situated for many walks straight from the front door.

Self-catering

Turners Lodge

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Comfortable accommodation close to excellent fell walks

Self-catering

Maiden Moor Apartment

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Close to the central facilities of Keswick including the supermarket

Self-catering

Derwent Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Lilac Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

La'al Yan House

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

A homely character cottage ideal for accessing the local walks and activities around Keswick

Hotel

Forest Side

Grasmere, Cumbria

★★★★

Wonderful public areas – inviting and distinctive.

Restaurant

Forest Side

Grasmere, Cumbria

Skilful cooking in idyllic location.

Self-catering

Crosthwaite Gardens

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Spacious bungalow close to town centre

Self-catering

Easedale

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Hotel

Rothay Garden by Harbour Hotel

Grasmere, Cumbria

★★★★

Set in a beautiful garden with views of the mountains.

Restaurant

The Garden Restaurant

Grasmere, Cumbria

Regional dishes in picturesque setting.

Hostel

YHA Grasmere Butharlyp Howe

Grasmere, Cumbria

★★★★

A comfy hostel with lots of character in a great location.

Things to do

Cliburn Moss National Nature Reserve

Cliburn, Cumbria

Self-catering

April Cottage

Grasmere, Cumbria

★★★★

Lovely cottage featuring a newly fitted kitchen in a popular location close to the village centre.

Self-catering

Rowanberry Cottage

Grasmere, Cumbria

★★★★

Sitting in the village although in quite a peaceful area

Things to do

Rydal Mount and Gardens

Rydal, Cumbria

Guest accommodation

Derwent Bank

Portinscale, Cumbria

★★★★

Lakeside country house with appealing rooms and superb views.

Guest accommodation

Moss Grove Organic

Grasmere, Cumbria

★★★★★

Caring for the environment an integral part of this luxury property

Self-catering

Jasmine Cottage

Portinscale, Cumbria

★★★★

Spacious cottage for two persons

Visitor attraction

Coniston Launch

Keswick, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

There's nothing quite like a peaceful cruise across Coniston Water.

Things to do

Dove Cottage and The Wordsworth Museum

Grasmere, Cumbria

Self-catering

Roslin House

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★

Peaceful bolthole with views

Self-catering

Appletree

Portinscale, Cumbria

★★★★

Thoughtfully designed accommodation with beautiful decoration and furnishing

Self-catering

Barf Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Charming Lakeland snug close to Derwentwater and Keswick

Self-catering

Fern Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Sam's Cottage

Portinscale, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Tawny Cottage

Portinscale, Cumbria

★★★★

Bed & breakfast

Brookfield House

Shap, Cumbria

★★★★

Traditional hospitality and far-reaching views of the scenic countryside.

Self-catering

Fell View Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

This beautiful Lakeland cottage is sure to delight visitors.

Self-catering

Brandlehowe Cottage

Portinscale, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Grange Bridge Cottage

Grange In Borrowdale, Cumbria

★★★★★

Discover a three-bedroom beauty in a prime Lake District location.

Self-catering

No.1 The Howe

Portinscale, Cumbria

★★★★

Stunning location – a generously proportioned accommodation

Hotel

Borrowdale Gates Hotel

Borrowdale, Cumbria

★★★★

A homely country house hotel surrounded by picturesque fells.

Restaurant

Borrowdale Gates Hotel

Borrowdale, Cumbria

Lakeland country house in prime fell-walking territory.

Restaurant

Hazel Bank Country House

Borrowdale, Cumbria

Refined British cuisine utilising excellent produce.

Guest accommodation

Hazel Bank Country House

Borrowdale, Cumbria

★★★★★

Glorious Lake District house - rest and relaxation are guaranteed.

Self-catering

Overbeck Cottage

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★★

A luxurious beck-side house with lovely gardens.

Campus

Fairfield Hall at University of Cumbria Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★

Campus

Townhouse Accommodation at University of Cumbria Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★

Things to do

The Armitt Museum & Library

Ambleside, Cumbria

Self-catering

Rydal Apartment Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Cosy apartment with stunning Lake District views.

Self-catering

Angela's Cottage

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Renovated 18th-century dwelling with a deilightful garden in the oldest part of Ambleside

Self-catering

Herdwick Cottage Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Set in a quiet road in the heart of the village.

Hostel

YHA Borrowdale

Longthwaithe, Cumbria

★★★★

A welcoming hostel set among majestic Cumbria landscapes.

Guest accommodation

The Old Vicarage

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Beautiful, family-run B&B close to many great walking routes.

Self-catering

Brathay 2

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Very well equipped accommodation in a convenient location.

Self-catering

Brathay 4

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

A lovely holiday apartment overlooking the popular town of Ambleside.

Self-catering

Brathay 6

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

An ideal holiday apartment to explore the Lake District.

Self-catering

Brathay 8

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

An ideal holiday apartment to explore the Lake District.

Restaurant

The Old Stamp House Restaurant

Ambleside, Cumbria

Ambitious Cumbrian cooking in lovely Ambleside.

Restaurant

The Schelly Ltd

Ambleside, Cumbria

Awaiting inspection

Restaurant

Lake Road Kitchen

Ambleside, Cumbria

Nordic-style cooking in the Lake District.

Guest accommodation

Brathay Lodge, Ambleside (B&B)

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Well located property with a good mix of rooms inside.

Self-catering

Rose Cottage

Hesket Newmarket, Cumbria

★★★★★

Comfy cottage on the edge of a walker’s paradise.

Guest accommodation

Rothay House

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Welcoming Lakeland guesthouse in pleasant gardens near Lake Windermere.

Bed & breakfast

Ambleside Manor Vegetarian Country Guest House

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Delightful Victorian country guest house in Lake District.

Self-catering

Heather Cottage

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

An ideal base for exploring the Lake District.

Self-catering

Juniper Cottage

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Rose Bank Cottage

Braithwaite, Cumbria

★★★★

Pretty Lakeland cottage with superb fell views and an idyllic private garden

Hostel

YHA Langdale

Loughrigg, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Causey View

Braithwaite, Cumbria

★★★★

A peaceful base from which to explore the Lakes

Self-catering

Stanger Cottage

Braithwaite, Cumbria

★★★★

Traditional cottage in the village of Braithwaite

Hotel

Rothay Manor Hotel

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Generously sized bedrooms and excellent service.

Restaurant

Rowan Restaurant

Ambleside, Cumbria

Delightful dining in the heart of the Lakes.

Guest accommodation

Lyndale Guest House

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★

A perfect base for fell walkers

Self-catering

Spa Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Ideally located within easy access of all village amenities

Self-catering

Three Peaks

Braithwaite, Cumbria

★★★★

Beautiful Lakeland house with stunning views

Self-catering

Glen Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

This fully-refurbished contemporary cottage makes the idyllic Lakeland retreat for your holiday, with quality furnishings throughout, allocated parking and a large enclosed garden.

Self-catering

Mill House

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Millside Cottage

Braithwaite, Cumbria

★★★★

Spacious cottage with endearing characteristics and a garden with lovely views

Things to do

Ambleside Roman Fort

Ambleside, Cumbria

Caravan & camping

Lanefoot Farm Campsite

Thornthwaite, Cumbria

★★★

Panoramic views of the surrounding fells

Glamping

Pod 1 at Lanefoot Farm Campsite

Keswick, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Glamping

Pod 2 at Lanefoot Farm Campsite

Keswick, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Glamping

Pod 3 - Family at Lanefoot Farm Campsite

Keswick, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Glamping

Pod 4 - Family Plus at Lanefoot Farm Campsite

Keswick, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Glamping

The Shepherds Hut at Lanefoot Farm Campsite

Keswick, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Self-catering

Lanefoot Loft

Keswick, Cumbria

Awaiting assessment

Handsome studio apartment attached to Lake District farmhouse near Keswick

Self-catering

Valentine Cottage

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Wansfell Cottage

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Herdwick Place

Chapel Stile, Cumbria

★★★★

Well maintained property with open plan lounge and within easy access to the village centre and surrounding fells

Inn

The Britannia Inn

Elterwater, Cumbria

★★★

For a traditional Lakeland welcome

Hostel

YHA Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Set yourself up for the day with a YHA Ambleside unlimited breakfast.

Hostel

Elterwater Hostel

Elterwater, Cumbria

★★★

Things to do

Sticklebarn and The Langdales (NT)

Grasmere, Cumbria

Self-catering

Mill Brow Cottage, Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9NH

Skelwith Bridge, Cumbria

★★★★

Spacious accommodation with quality furniture on a working farm.

Things to do

Mirehouse

Keswick, Cumbria

Hotel

The Samling

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★

Unrivalled location on Lake Windermere with views to die for.

Self-catering

Lords Seat

Thornthwaite, Cumbria

★★★★★

A charming village apartment close to the lake.

Restaurant

The Samling

Windermere, Cumbria

Confident cooking and lakeside views.

Things to do

Townend

Troutbeck [Near Windermere], Cumbria

Hotel

Ravenstone Lodge Country House Hotel

Bassenthwaite, Cumbria

★★★

Impressive hotel enjoying a wonderful location and real customer care.

Restaurant

Ravenstone Lodge Country House Hotel

Bassenthwaite, Cumbria

Unfussy but imaginative country-house cooking.

Self-catering

Pembroke Cottage

Bassenthwaite, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Peter House Cottage

Bassenthwaite, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Carr Crag Lodge

Skelwith Bridge, Cumbria

★★★★★

Wonderful walks from the doorstep

Holiday park

Skelwith Fold Caravan Park

Skelwith Fold, Cumbria

★★★★★

Top-quality Lake District caravan park in beautiful woodland setting.

Self-catering

Lake View Cottage

Keswick, Cumbria

★★★★

Easy access to Bassenthwaite lake

Self-catering

Steele's Mill

Kings Meaburn, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Well Tree

Kings Meaburn, Cumbria

★★★★★

Hotel

Langdale Chase

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★★

An impressively well-managed team, keen to serve and naturally sociable.

Restaurant

The Dining Room

Windermere, Cumbria

Contemporary cooking with impressive views.

Things to do

Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill

Temple Sowerby, Cumbria

Hostel

YHA Windermere

Troutbeck, Cumbria

★★★★

Restaurant with rooms

The Cottage in the Wood

Braithwaite, Cumbria

★★★★

Gorgeous boutique rooms set in beautiful Cumbrian woodland.

Restaurant

The Cottage in the Wood

Braithwaite, Cumbria

Refined cooking and wonderful forest views.

Restaurant

Arboreal

Windermere, Cumbria

Creative fine dining in classic Lakeland setting.

Hotel

Merewood Country House Hotel

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★

An enviable location and bags of style and quality.

Visitor attraction

Whinlatter Forest

Keswick, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

An amazing day out that genuinely has something for everyone.

Self-catering

Lowfield House

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★★

Large modern house set against a breathtaking backdrop

Self-catering

Wetherlam View

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★★

Things to do

Brockhole on Windermere

Windermere, Cumbria

Things to do

Holehird Gardens

Windermere, Cumbria

Hotel

Cragwood Country House Hotel

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★

Cuisine is a highlight at this superbly situated country house.

Restaurant

Cragwood Country House Hotel

Windermere, Cumbria

Modern country-house cooking overlooking Windermere.

Holiday park

Bassenthwaite Lakeside Lodges

Scarness, Cumbria

★★★★★

In the shelter of the Skiddaw range

Self-catering

Troutbeck Cottage

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★

Characterful cottage close to notable Lakeland walks

Self-catering

The Stables

Lakeside, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Windermere, Langdale Pikes, Coniston Old Man and beyond

Things to do

Blelham Bog National Nature Reserve

Hawkshead, Cumbria

Self-catering

Holly Bank Cottage

Bassenthwaite, Cumbria

★★★★

Perfect Cumbrian holiday base with stunning lake and mountain views

Things to do

Bassenthwaite Lake National Nature Reserve

Bassenthwaite, Cumbria

Hotel

Lake District Castle Inn Hotel & Spa

Bassenthwaite, Cumbria

★★★★

Extensive leisure facilities in an unrivalled location.

Guest accommodation

Cedar Manor

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★★

Peaceful manor house with décor that aims to impress.

Visitor attraction

Mountain Goat Tours and Holidays

Windermere, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Fascinating content paired with a deep knowledge and interest.

Self-catering

Elk Cottage

Glassonby, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Glassonby Old Hall

Glassonby, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Jenny's Croft

Glassonby, Cumbria

★★★★★

Bed & breakfast

The Haven

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★

Lakeland property with comfortable rooms and friendly feel.

Guest accommodation

Windermere Park

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★

Comfortable bed and breakfast two minutes from Windermere town centre.

Self-catering

Alexandra Cottage

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★

A 19th-century, stone-terraced Lakeland house with a 20th-century loft conversion.

Caravan & camping

Hawkshead Hall Farm

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★

Working farm with a superb amenities block, close to Hawkshead.

Things to do

Lake District Wildlife Park

Bassenthwaite, Cumbria

Things to do

Tarn Hows and Coniston (NT)

Coniston, Cumbria

Hostel

YHA Black Sail

Cleator, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Isolated hostel set in incredibly beautiful Cumbrian scenery.

Self-catering

Roman How

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★

A comfortable property with easy access to the local towns, surrounding fells and other attractions.

Visitor attraction

The Lakes Distillery

Cockermouth, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Whisky, walking and alpacas - the perfect day out.

Hostel

YHA Buttermere

Buttermere, Cumbria

★★★

A smartly refurbed old house in a wonderful Cumbria location.

Inn

Eagle and Child Inn

Staveley, Cumbria

★★★

In a quiet Lakeland village

Self-catering

Harrison Stickle House

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★

Stylish former coach house with great lake views.

Self-catering

Gill Beck Barn

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★★★

Restaurant

King's Arms

Hawkshead, Cumbria

Modern cooking in a smartly revamped Lakeland pub.

Self-catering

Kirkbride Hall

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Melmerby Hall

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Stag Cottage

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★★★

Inn

The King's Arms

Hawkshead, Cumbria

★★★★

Classic village pub with cosy characterful rooms.

Self-catering

Todds Hill Hall Farm

Penrith, Cumbria

★★★★★

Things to do

Buttermere Valley (NT)

Buttermere, Cumbria

Things to do

North Fen National Nature Reserve

Near Sawrey, Cumbria

Self-catering

The Barn

Hawkshead, Cumbria

★★★★

Welcoming Lakeland stone barn overlooking the fells.

Bed & breakfast

Walker Ground Manor

Hawkshead, Cumbria

★★★★★

On the edge of Hawkshead and Grizedale Forest.

Self-catering

High Swinside Cottage

Cockermouth, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Little Swinside

Cockermouth, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

The Farmhouse

Cockermouth, Cumbria

★★★★

Restaurant

Porto

Windermere, Cumbria

High quality ingredients and accessible wine list.

Holiday park

Keswick Reach Lodge Retreat

Bewaldeth, Cumbria

★★★★★

Fabulous lodges and spa facililies in stunning Lakes location.

Self-catering

Geltsdale Cottage

Kirkoswald, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Hazelrigg Cottage

Kirkoswald, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Inglewood Cottage

Kirkoswald, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Ravendale Cottage

Kirkoswald, Cumbria

★★★★

Visitor attraction

Windermere Lake Cruises

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Many options to choose between Ambleside and Lakeside

Guest accommodation

Monk Coniston

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Victorian country house with lake-view gardens.

Glamping

Badger

Dalston, Cumbria

★★★★

Glamping

Deer

Dalston, Cumbria

★★★★

Glamping

Fox

Dalston, Cumbria

★★★★

Glamping

Owl

Dalston, Cumbria

★★★★

Glamping

Pheasant

Dalston, Cumbria

★★★★

Glamping

Squirrel

Dalston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Holemire Barn

High Lorton, Cumbria

★★★★★

Unwind and relax in this cosy National Park location

Self-catering

Brambles Cottage

Knock, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Fell Cottage

Knock, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Hayloft Cottage

Knock, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Helm Cottage

Knock, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Holly Cottage

Knock, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Stable Cottage

Knock, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

The Studio

Knock, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

High Biggin House

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★★

Luxury holiday cottage with great views of Windermere.

Hostel

YHA Hawkshead

Hawkshead, Cumbria

★★★

Food outlet

Gilpin Hotel

Crook, Cumbria

This thoughtfully designed garden residence pleases on many levels.

Hotel

Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

Crook, Cumbria

★★★★★

This thoughtfully designed garden residence pleases on many levels.

Restaurant

Gilpin Spice

Windermere, Cumbria

A enjoyable journey through Indian and Asian food.

Restaurant

SOURCE at Gilpin Hotel

Windermere, Cumbria

Rosettes suspended

Vibrant contemporary cooking in luxury country house hotel.

Self-catering

Ruskin Apartment

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Wainwright Apartment

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Windermere Apartment

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Wordsworth Apartment

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★★

Restaurant

Henrock

Windermere, Cumbria

Understated design and outstanding cooking by Lake Windermere.

Hotel

Linthwaite House

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★

A secluded lakeland retreat with woodlands, manicured gardens and a private tarn.

Self-catering

The Shieling

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Characterful walkers’ cottage above Coniston.

Hostel

YHA Coniston Holly How

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★

Beautiful Lakeland house close to Coniston.

Self-catering

Badger's Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

View of Coniston Water and Coniston Old Man

Self-catering

Townson Ground House

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Inn

Wild Boar Estate

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★★

Spacious rooms and immaculate grounds in the Lake District National Park.

Public house

Wild Boar Estate

Windermere, Cumbria

Local produce given an innovative global twist

Restaurant

Wild Boar Estate

Windermere, Cumbria

Make yourself at home in this charming historic inn.

Self-catering

Mole's Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

A small but perfectly-formed cottage, with great views over the lake.

Self-catering

Somewhere Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★★

Wake up to views of craggy peaks.

Inn

Wasdale Head Inn

Wasdale Head, Cumbria

★★★★

Dramatic scenery surrounding this relaxed and comfortable inn

Public house

Wasdale Head Inn

Wasdale Head, Cumbria

Welcoming inn surrounded by record breakers

Restaurant

1909 Restaurant

Windermere, Cumbria

Enjoyable food in stunning lakeside location.

Self-catering

Carpenters

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Food outlet

Lindeth Howe Country House Hotel

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria

Genuine hospitality in the former family home of Beatrix Potter

Hotel

Lindeth Howe Country House Hotel

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★

Genuine hospitality in the former family home of Beatrix Potter.

Self-catering

Millrace

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Self-catering

Pelton Wheel

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Self-catering

Sawyers

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Self-catering

Slater Bob's

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Cosy house surrounded by dramatic scenery

Things to do

Claife Viewing Station & Windermere West Shore (NT)

Far Sawrey, Cumbria

Guest accommodation

Lindeth Fell Country House

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★★

Fabulous views from the immaculate grounds and many of the stylish rooms.

Self-catering

Thwaite Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Lakefield Cottage

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Lakefield House

Ambleside, Cumbria

★★★★

Hostel

YHA Coniston Coppermines

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Fellside

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

A unique location

Self-catering

Bridge House

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Self-catering

Bridge Suite

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Guest accommodation

Ees Wyke Country House

Near Sawrey, Cumbria

★★★★★

Traditional country house warmth and charm, enjoy the glorious views.

Restaurant

Ees Wyke Country House

Near Sawrey, Cumbria

Traditional Lakeland cooking in historic property.

Self-catering

The Old Post Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Self-catering

Smithy Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Sitting in the village by the riverside.

Things to do

Hill Top

Near Sawrey, Cumbria

Self-catering

Tower Cottage

Far Sawrey, Cumbria

★★★★

Quirky cottage offering fantastic panoramic views and a Victorian folly

Self-catering

Buzzard's Reach

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

View up the mountain

Self-catering

Holly Lodge

Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria

★★★★

Dog-friendly cottage built in 1895, now fully refurbished and accessible

Self-catering

Stables Cottage

Far Sawrey, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Explore the Lakes and Fells

Bed & breakfast

The Hollies

Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria

★★★★

A very well-maintained and presented property with welcoming owners.

Self-catering

Drawing Room

Far Sawrey, Cumbria

★★★★

Views of Windermere and the surrounding fells.

Visitor attraction

The Ruskin Museum

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Find out everything you could hope to know about Coniston’s history at this well-established museum close to the lake.

Self-catering

Top Garden Suite

Far Sawrey, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Historic links to Beatrix Potter and Hill Top

Self-catering

Vine Tree Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Easy access to the surrounding attractions.

Things to do

Great Asby Scar National Nature Reserve

Sunbiggin, Cumbria

Self-catering

Forge Bridge Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Forge Bridge House

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

No 2 The Forge

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

No 3 The Forge

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

No 4 The Forge

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Yewdale Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Charming mid-terrace just minutes form the lake, fell and village amenities

Self-catering

Kirkbeck Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Sitting in the village

Self-catering

Bend or Bump

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Close to the popular village centre

Self-catering

Fell Croft Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Coniston is surrounded by high fells to discover.

Self-catering

Hedgehogs

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Secret Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Secluded former coachhouse in ‘secret’ riverside spot in Coniston village.

Self-catering

1 Dixon Ground Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Self-catering

2 Dixon Ground Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Self-catering

3 Dixon Ground

Coniston, Cumbria

Awaiting assessment

Self-catering

Brook Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Cosy town centre property

Self-catering

Clemmies Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

A residential area close to facilities, lakeside and fells.

Self-catering

Hazel Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Charming renovated cottage close to shore of Coniston Water.

Self-catering

Beck Yeat Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Comfortable three-bedroom cottage near Coniston Water and village.

Glamping

Bluebell Lodge

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Dixon Ground Farm

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Well presented and maintained property with easy access to the village centre and surrounding fells.

Glamping

Juniper Lodge

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Roseberry Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

A village centre property

Glamping

Thistle Lodge

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Copper View

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Lavender Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Views of the Mountain

Self-catering

Silver Howe

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Cosy Lakeland cottage near village shops.

Self-catering

Springbank Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★★

Views all around from Lake District treasure.

Self-catering

Fernlea Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Delightful apartment makes excellent base for Lakeland explorers.

Self-catering

Summerbank Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★★

Coniston base delivers Lake District on your doorstep.

Self-catering

The Gallery

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Charming Victorian property in heart of Coniston village.

Self-catering

Brow Close Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Charming whitewashed cottage overlooking Coniston village.

Self-catering

Low How

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Spacious family house for group holidays

Self-catering

Coniston View

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Siting overlooking Coniston Water and surround fells

Self-catering

Bramble Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Stunning views across the lake

Self-catering

Garden House

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

The Dairy

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★★

A fantastic landscape to explore

Self-catering

Chapel Bank House

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Well maintained property within easy access to the village centre and surrounding fells

Self-catering

Rose Bank Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Elevated views over the surrounding fells.

Things to do

Steam Yacht Gondola

Coniston, Cumbria

Self-catering

Hilltop House

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

views over the lake and fells

Self-catering

Bank Top Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★

Well maintained property with a spacious balcony overlooking the surrounding fells, village and lake

Self-catering

Old Quarry Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Excellent view overlooking the landscape

Self-catering

Poppy Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★

Cosy whitewashed end-terrace cottage dating back to 1850 in a peaceful location

Self-catering

Tanderra Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Surrounded by stunning scenery

Self-catering

Sun Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Buttermere Cottage

Loweswater, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Crummock Cottage

Loweswater, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Loweswater Cottage

Loweswater, Cumbria

★★★★★

Public house

Kirkstile Inn

Loweswater, Cumbria

Traditional pub set among woods, fells and lakes

Inn

Kirkstile Inn

Loweswater, Cumbria

★★★★

Traditional country inn surrounded by breathtaking scenery.

Self-catering

Bowmanstead

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

A period cottage full of character

Self-catering

Garden Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Delightful dormer cottage with dreamy Lakeland views

Self-catering

Shelt Gill

Haws Bank, Cumbria

★★★

Attractive cottage close to Coniston village

Self-catering

Beckside Cottage

Hawks Bank, Cumbria

★★★★

Spacious cottage ideal for groups, with footpaths from the door to the village and beyond

Self-catering

The Presbytery

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Group accommodation and family gatherings

Self-catering

Becks Fold Cottage

Haws Bank, Cumbria

★★★★

Modern home sitting comfortably in its rural location

Hotel

Storrs Hall Hotel

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★

Stunning Lake District location and friendly staff.

Restaurant

Storrs Hall Hotel

Windermere, Cumbria

Stunning Lake District location and friendly staff.

Self-catering

Netherbeck Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

View over the lake and fells.

Holiday park

Skiddaw View Holiday Park

Bothel, Cumbria

★★★★

A 20-acre park with panoramic views of the fells.

Things to do

Brantwood

Coniston, Cumbria

Restaurant

Helm at The Oak

Wigton, Cumbria

Cutting edge cooking in rebooted village inn.

Things to do

Hardknott Roman Fort

Boot, Cumbria

Hostel

YHA Ennerdale

Cleator, Cumbria

★★★★

Visitor attraction

Grizedale Forest

Ambleside, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

An excellent variety of activities and experiences on offer for adults and families, art lovers or adrenaline junkies.

Racecourse

Carlisle Racecourse

Carlisle, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Things to do

English Lakes Tours

Kendal, Cumbria

Things to do

Private Group Food and Shopping Tours

Kendal, Cumbria

Enjoy a gastronomic visit to the 'foodiest' parts of Cumbria.

Glamping

Swaledale Hideaway

Tebay, Cumbria

★★★★

Glamping

Texel Retreat

Tebay, Cumbria

★★★★

Bed & breakfast

The Old Rectory

Torver, Cumbria

★★★★

Luxurious Lake District B&B in a beautiful position.

Self-catering

Cragg Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★★

Sumptuous Lake District house with views

Self-catering

Scarr Head Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Tarn Foot Cottage

Seathwaite, Cumbria

★★★★

Traditional Lakeland farm cottage dating back to the 1700s in an idyllic valley

Hostel

YHA Eskdale

Boot, Cumbria

★★★

A comfy hostel set among the breath-taking Cumbrian hills.

Visitor attraction

Kendal Museum

Kendal, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Many links to the great Alfred Wainwright who worked at the museum for a time

Hotel

Riverside Hotel

Kendal, Cumbria

★★★

Large family hotel overlooking the river

Self-catering

Waingarth Cottage

Satterthwaite, Cumbria

★★★★

Tranquil Lakeland house with breathtaking views

Food outlet

Riverside Hotel

Kendal, Cumbria

Large family hotel overlooking the river.

Food outlet

Damson Dene

Crosthwaite, Cumbria

A beautiful location for a welcoming and luxurious stay

Hotel

Damson Dene Hotel

Crosthwaite, Cumbria

★★★

A beautiful location for a welcoming and luxurious stay

Visitor attraction

Quaker Tapestry Museum

Kendal, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Self-catering

Hollace Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★

Things to do

Jennings Brewery Tour and Shop

Cockermouth, Cumbria

Inn

The Punch Bowl Inn & Restaurant

Crosthwaite, Cumbria

★★★★★

Accomplished combination of old and new in Lake District village.

Public house

The Punch Bowl Inn

Crosthwaite, Cumbria

Luxury Lake District inn and restaurant

Restaurant

The Punch Bowl Inn & Restaurant

Crosthwaite, Cumbria

Confident Lakeland cooking and tip-top service.

Self-catering

1 Ash Gill Cottages

Torver, Cumbria

★★★★

In the shadow of The Old Man of Coniston

Caravan & camping

Park Cliffe Camping & Caravan Estate

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★★

Special Lakes destination with pods, huts and fine Windermere views.

Things to do

Wordsworth House and Garden

Cockermouth, Cumbria

Self-catering

West Cottage

Cumwhinton, Cumbria

★★★★

Well equipped, dog-friendly, with off-road parking

Things to do

Museum of Lakeland Life

Kendal, Cumbria

Things to do

Abbot Hall Art Gallery

Kendal, Cumbria

Self-catering

Mill Pool Barn

Coniston, Cumbria

★★★★★

A charming riverside setting in the Lakes

Caravan & camping

Cairndale Caravan Park

Cumwhitton, Cumbria

★★★

A long-established and secluded park close to Carlisle and Hadrian's Wall.

Holiday park

Hill of Oaks and Blakeholme

Windermere, Cumbria

★★★★★

Lake District on your doorstep from superbly located Windermere park.

Self-catering

Church House

Holmrook, Cumbria

★★★★★

Idyllic Lakeland farmhouse with mod cons and plenty of character.

Self-catering

Lane End

Boot, Cumbria

★★★★

Easy access to local walking around Eskdale

Things to do

Wasdale (NT)

Wasdale Head, Cumbria

Hostel

YHA Wasdale Hall

Wastwater, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Larch Chalet

Eskdale, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Maple Chalet

Eskdale, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Oak Chalet

Eskdale, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Willow Chalet

Eskdale, Cumbria

★★★★

Hotel

Crown Hotel Wetheral

Carlisle, Cumbria

★★★★

Wonderful hospitality and customer care.

Campus

Carrock Halls of Residence

Carlisle, Cumbria

★★★★

Comfortable halls close to the city centre and Carlisle train station.

Self-catering

Grange Cottage

Windermere, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Access to the lake shore

Things to do

Rusland Moss National Nature Reserve

Backbarrow, Cumbria

Things to do

Ennerdale (NT)

Ennerdale Bridge, Cumbria

Guest accommodation

Warren Guesthouse

Carlisle, Cumbria

Awaiting assessment

Friendly accommodation close to Carlisle attractions

Self-catering

Gamekeeper's Cottage

Cockermouth, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Gardener's Cottage

Cockermouth, Cumbria

★★★★

Bed & breakfast

The Glen Guest House

Oxenholme, Cumbria

★★★★

Handsome guest house in quiet location beneath famous ‘Helm’ hill.

Self-catering

The Hayloft

Cockermouth, Cumbria

★★★★

Hotel

The Crown & Mitre

Carlisle, Cumbria

★★★

Impressive Edwardian grandeur in the heart of Carlisle.

Things to do

Carlisle Cathedral

Carlisle, Cumbria

Things to do

Stott Park Bobbin Mill

Finsthwaite, Cumbria

Visitor attraction

Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery

Carlisle, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Caravan & camping

Church Stile Farm & Holiday Park

Nether Wasdale, Cumbria

★★★★

Glamping options, natural surroundings and a farm shop ensure a good stay.

Things to do

Carlisle Castle

Carlisle, Cumbria

Self-catering

Bluebell Cottage

Sedbergh, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

Byre Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Self-catering

Millers Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Inn

The Queens

Carlisle, Cumbria

★★★★

A lovely place to stay just outside Carlisle.

Restaurant

The Queens

Carlisle, Cumbria

Cooking showing thought and imagination.

Things to do

Lakes Aquarium

Lakeside, Cumbria

Things to do

Sizergh

Sizergh, Cumbria

Self-catering

Yattus Cottage

Eskdale Green, Cumbria

★★★★

Bags of classic country charm in a three-bedroom 17th-century cottage

Things to do

Fell Foot (NT)

Newby Bridge, Cumbria

Inn

The Black Swan

Ravenstonedale, Cumbria

★★★★

Bedrooms designed with individuality – relax and enjoy this authentic inn.

Public house

The Black Swan

Ravenstonedale, Cumbria

Multi-award-winner by the headwaters of the River Eden

Restaurant

The Black Swan

Ravenstonedale, Cumbria

A welcoming 19th-century inn with seasonal menus.

Self-catering

Waitby School

Waitby, Cumbria

★★★★★

Historic cottage in Grade II listed building with modern fittings such as a whirlpool.

Hotel

The Swan Hotel & Spa

Newby Bridge, Cumbria

★★★★

Comfortable, spacious and well-equipped accommodation.

Spa

The Swan Hotel & Spa

Newby Bridge, Cumbria

Wonderful spa hotel at southern end of Lake Windermere

Food outlet

Newby Bridge

Newby Bridge, Cumbria

Luxury and comfort at the southern tip of Lake Windermere

Hotel

Newby Bridge Hotel

Newby Bridge, Cumbria

★★★

Luxury and comfort at the southern tip of Lake Windermere.

Self-catering

Birslack Cottage

Levens, Cumbria

★★★★

Attractive spot well placed for exploring southern Lake District

Things to do

Thornhill Moss & Meadows National Nature Reserve

Abbey Town, Cumbria

Self-catering

Middlefield Cottage

Coniston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Converted former coach house makes charming base near Coniston Water.

Self-catering

The Byre

Ravenstonedale, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

The Carthouse

Ravenstonedale, Cumbria

★★★★★

Self-catering

The Haystore

Ravenstonedale, Cumbria

★★★★★

Holiday park

Newby Bridge Country Caravan Park

Canny Hill, Cumbria

★★★★★

Dog-friendly holidays near Windermere.

Holiday park

Black Beck Holiday Park

Bouth, Cumbria

★★★★★

An ideal stay for dog walkers to enjoy the Lake District.

Visitor attraction

Lakeland Motor Museum

Ulverston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Public house

The Fat Lamb Country Inn

Ravenstonedale, Cumbria

Old-fashioned hospitality and idyllic countryside

Things to do

Holm Cultram Abbey

Wigton, Cumbria

Inn

The Fat Lamb Country Inn

Ravenstonedale, Cumbria

★★★★

Surrounded by glorious Dales countryside, a welcoming and comfy inn

Visitor attraction

Levens Hall & Gardens

Kendal, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Things to do

Finglandrigg Woods National Nature Reserve

Dundraw, Cumbria

Self-catering

Blacksmiths Cottage

Woodland, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Stable Cottage

Woodland, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Woodmans Cottage

Woodland, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Bowscale View

Allonby, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Wood Cottage

Allonby, Cumbria

★★★★

Things to do

Brough Castle

Brough, Cumbria

Holiday park

Pennine View Park

Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria

★★★★★

Charming caravan and campsite in former railway goods yard.

Public house

The Dalesman Country Inn

Sedbergh, Cumbria

Inn

The Dalesman Country Inn

Sedbergh, Cumbria

★★★★★

Historic inn with its own brand of locally distilled gin.

Restaurant

The Dalesman Country Inn

Sedbergh, Cumbria

A modern take on traditional classics.

Public house

The Black Bull

Sedbergh, Cumbria

Dynamic modern cooking on the edge of the Lakes

Restaurant

The Black Bull

Sedbergh, Cumbria

A bright restaurant with supplies from its kitchen garden.

Inn

The Black Bull

Sedbergh, Cumbria

★★★★★

A perfect balance of traditional hospitality and contemporary surroundings

Inn

Cumberland Inn

Alston, Cumbria

★★★

Relaxing accommodation in award-winning pub

Guest accommodation

Thorns Hall

Sedbergh, Cumbria

★★★★

Small-scale 16th-century manor house full of character.

Hotel

The Fleece at Ruleholme

Carlisle, Cumbria

★★★★

Offering comfort and high quality, with an old fashioned country inn charm.

Restaurant

The Fleece at Ruleholme

Carlisle, Cumbria

Fine dining in a modern luxury hotel.

Things to do

South Tynedale Railway

Alston, Cumbria

Self-catering

Millstream Apartment

Alston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Naworth Apartment

Alston, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Sowerberry Apartment

Alston, Cumbria

★★★★

Caravan & camping

Green Acres Caravan Park

Carlisle, Cumbria

★★★★★

Expect good hospitality and superb landscaping at this rural, adults-only park.

Self-catering

Barley Store

Allonby, Cumbria

★★★★

Holiday park

Dickinson Place Holiday Park

Allonby, Cumbria

★★★★

Well-kept park on beautiful Solway Coast in West Cumbria.

Self-catering

Eighteen Byre

Allonby, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Engine House

Allonby, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Milking Parlour

Allonby, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

The Eight Byre

Allonby, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

The Haybarn

Allonby, Cumbria

★★★★

Self-catering

Turnip House

Allonby, Cumbria

★★★★

Things to do

High Leys National Nature Reserve

Kirkland, Cumbria

Caravan & camping

Seven Acres Caravan Park

Holmrook, Cumbria

★★★

Perfect base for exploring Eskdale and touring the Cumbrian coast.

Things to do

Drumburgh Moss National Nature Reserve

Drumburgh, Cumbria

Individual caravan

Swift Ardennes

Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Individual caravan

Swift Bordeaux

Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Individual caravan

Swift Loire

Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Caravan & camping

Greaves Farm Caravan Park

Cartmel, Cumbria

★★★

Southern Lakes and Grange-over-Sands are within easy reach.

Caravan & camping

Waters Edge Caravan Park

Crooklands, Cumbria

★★★★

An ideal stopover en route to Scotland.

Self-catering

Cow Barn

Broughton-In-Furness, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Overlooking the countryside

Inn

The Lutwidge Arms

Holmrook, Cumbria

★★★★

On the edge of the National Park, inviting public areas and comfy rooms

Public house

The Lutwidge Arms

Holmrook, Cumbria

Lakeland inn showcasing local produce

Visitor attraction

Muncaster Castle, Gardens & Owl Centre

Ravenglass, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

A full and varied visitor experience – great value for money.

Self-catering

Swallow Barn

North Stainmore, Cumbria

★★★★

Nestled in farmland with fell views near to the market town of Kirkby Stephen

Visitor attraction

Senhouse Roman Museum

Maryport, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Started some 450 years ago, this is an incredible collection of local Roman artefacts

Things to do

Hallsenna Moor National Nature Reserve

Seascale, Cumbria

Restaurant

Cedar Tree Restaurant by Hrishikesh Desai

Brampton, Cumbria

Vibrant and surprising dishes in an elegant setting.

Hotel

Farlam Hall Hotel & Restaurant

Brampton, Cumbria

★★★★

Comfort and quality are the key factors here.

Self-catering

Lyme Cottage

Lindale, Cumbria

★★★★★

For a cosy, romantic stay

Hotel

Sella Park Country House Hotel

Seascale, Cumbria

★★★★

Traditional hotel with individually designed rooms.

Visitor attraction

Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway

Ravenglass, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

A delightful attraction for old and young alike, offering a superb full day out for visitors.

Things to do

Ravenglass Roman Bath House

Ravenglass, Cumbria

Hotel

The Pennington Hotel

Ravenglass, Cumbria

★★★

Comfortable and laid back with all the mod cons.

Guest accommodation

The Old Craft Barn

Dent, Cumbria

★★★★★

Luxury bed and breakfast in sunny spot beneath Helms Knott.

Inn

Plough Inn

Lupton, Cumbria

★★★★★

True to its roots, comfortable bedrooms and good food

Public house

The Plough Inn

Lupton, Cumbria

Affectionately held in the locals’ hearts

Restaurant

The Plough Inn

Lupton, Cumbria

Smart contemporary looks and savvy pub food.

Restaurant with rooms

L'Enclume

Cartmel, Cumbria

★★★★★

Long-established and world-famous restaurant with charming bedrooms.

Restaurant

L'Enclume

Cartmel, Cumbria

The epitome of a foodie destination.

Hotel

The Cumbria Grand Hotel

Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

★★★

Pure nostalgia

Food outlet

The Cumbria Grand Hotel

Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

Pure nostalgia

Self-catering

3 Church View

Cartmel, Cumbria

★★★★★

The welcome hamper is a nice touch.

Restaurant

Rogan & Co Restaurant

Cartmel, Cumbria

Inventive cooking of local farm produce.

Racecourse

Cartmel Racecourse

Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Self-catering

2 Bridge Cottages

Cartmel, Cumbria

★★★★★

A charming, extensively renovated and refurbished property.

Holiday park

Stanwix Park Holiday Centre

Silloth, Cumbria

★★★★★

Discover this long-established holiday park with all-weather attractions and facilities.

Bed & breakfast

Red Door Escapes Limited t/a Grange Manor

Cumbria, Lancashire

★★★★★

Super rooms in beautifully renovated 14th-century Lakeland house.

Caravan & camping

Hylton Caravan Park

Silloth, Cumbria

★★★★

Superb park at the edge of a timeless village.

Self-catering

Spring Bank Cottage

Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

★★★★

Delightful cottage overlooking Morecambe Bay with magnficent views and lovely walks

Things to do

South Solway Mosses National Nature Reserve

Powhill, Cumbria

Things to do

Lanercost Priory

Brampton, Cumbria

Things to do

Hutton Roof National Nature Reserve

Lupton, Cumbria

Holiday park

Solway Holiday Village

Silloth, Cumbria

★★★★

Amenities include a heated indoor swimming pool and a family entertainment complex.

Things to do

The Rum Story

Whitehaven, Cumbria

Restaurant

Clare House

Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

Long-established, elegant and tranquil sea-facing hotel.

Hotel

Clare House Hotel

Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

★★★

Enjoy a peaceful break at this Victorian house with great views

Food outlet

Clare House Hotel

Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria

Award-winning food in tranquil bolthole

Holiday park

Beetham Holiday Park

Milnthorpe, Cumbria

★★★★★

Restful, leafy park in a beautiful corner of Cumbria.

Holiday park

Silver Ridge Caravan Park

Milnthorpe, Cumbria

★★★★★

Landscaped, woodland park in Arnside and Silverdale National Landscape.

Holiday park

Fell End Holiday Park

Hale, Cumbria

★★★★★

Excellent facilities on charming Lake District park in serene setting.

Visitor attraction

The Beacon Museum

Whitehaven, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

A fantastic day out for all ages and interests.

Restaurant

Base Restaurant

Ulverston, Cumbria

Seasonal cooking of hyper-local ingredients.

Things to do

Holker Hall & Gardens

Holker, Cumbria

Self-catering

Fountain Cottage

Dent, Cumbria

★★★

Self-catering

Middleton's Cottage

Dent, Cumbria

★★★

Things to do

Whitehaven Coast (NT)

Whitehaven, Cumbria

Things to do

RSPB Campfield Marsh

Bowness-On-Solway, Cumbria

Things to do

Banks East Turret - Hadrian's Wall

Banks, Cumbria

Holiday park

Hollins Farm Holiday Park

Far Arnside, Cumbria

★★★★★

Camping and touring park in tranquil setting at Far Arnside.

Things to do

Walton Moss National Nature Reserve

Haggbeck, Cumbria

Things to do

Pike Hill Signal Tower - Hadrian's Wall

Upper Denton, Cumbria

Hotel

Graham Arms Hotel

Longtown, Cumbria

★★★

Perfect for weddings, motorcycle touring, and fans of Cumbria’s landscape.

Food outlet

Graham Arms Hotel

Longtown, Cumbria

Perfect for weddings, motorcycle touring, and fans of Cumbria’s landscape.

Caravan & camping

Bardsea Leisure Park

Ulverston, Cumbria

★★★★★

Stunning landscaping and superb amenities are special features.

Restaurant

Pheasant Inn

Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

Hearty yet refined cooking.

Public house

The Pheasant Inn

Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

Peaceful inn with lovely views of the fells

Inn

The Pheasant Inn

Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

★★★★

Family-run with great care and surrounded by lovely Dales countryside

Restaurant

Number Nine Restaurant and Bar

Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

Small neighbourhood favourite oozing charm.

Restaurant

Sun Inn Restaurant

Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

Assured pub cooking on the edge of the Lake District.

Restaurant with rooms

The Sun Inn

Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

★★★★★

Old and new come together here, with an enthusiastic team at the helm.

Public house

The Sun Inn

Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

Terrific period inn with top-notch menu

Restaurant with rooms

Plato's

Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

★★★★★

Luxury bed and breakfast in historic town of Kirkby Lonsdale.

Visitor attraction

Conishead Priory & Buddhist Temple

Ulverston, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Chalet

Pheasant Lodge

Carlisle, Cumbria

★★★★★

Luxury adults-only, self-catering lodges close to the Scottish border.

Holiday park

Woodclose Park

High Casterton, Cumbria

★★★★★

Spacious park in peaceful spot with local attractions on hand.

Holiday park

Lakeland Leisure Park

Flookburgh, Cumbria

★★★★★

Ultimate family holiday destination with impressive leisure facilities.

Things to do

Harrows Scar Milecastle and Wall - Hadrian's Wall

Gilsland, Cumbria

Things to do

Willowford Wall, Turrets and Bridge - Hadrian's Wall

Gilsland, Cumbria

Self-catering

Mire Garth

Deepdale, Cumbria

★★★★

Spacious, well equipped and with splendid views

Guest accommodation

Blenkinsopp Castle Inn

Brampton, Cumbria

Awaiting assessment

Things to do

Poltross Burn Milecastle - Hadrian's Wall

Gilsland, Cumbria

Caravan & camping

New House Caravan Park

Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

★★★★

Excellent base for exploring the Lakes and Yoskshire Dales.

Things to do

South Lakes Safari Zoo

Dalton-In-Furness, Cumbria

Self-catering

Bronte School House

Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria

★★★★

School house attended by the Bronte sisters

Things to do

Dalton Castle (NT)

Dalton-In-Furness, Cumbria

Hotel

Abbey House Hotel & Gardens

Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria

★★★★

Contemporary style paired with original architectural features.

Restaurant

Abbey House Hotel & Gardens

Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria

A delightful alfresco area in the summer.

Things to do

Furness Abbey

Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria

Things to do

Bow Bridge

Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria

Restaurant with rooms

Pentonbridge Inn

Pentonbridge, Cumbria

★★★★★

A real gem with countryside views all around.

Restaurant

Pentonbridge Inn

Pentonbridge, Cumbria

Vibrant local food in a glorious location.

Bed & breakfast

Bessiestown Farm Country Guesthouse

Catlowdy, Cumbria

★★★★★

Peaceful guesthouse near Carlisle is ideal for exploring the Borders.

Visitor attraction

Dock Museum

Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria

Quality Assessed

Expect high standards.

Things to do

Piel Castle

Rampside, Cumbria

Caravan & camping

South End Caravan Park

Barrow-In-Furness, Cumbria

★★★★

A family holiday destination on the north Cumbrian coast.

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