Lake View Country House And Self-Catering Apartments - Grasmere

Dog-friendly Lake District hotel with private lake access and on-site brewery

Amenities & Facilities

Lake View Country House offers an on-site brewery and distillery, where guests can book tours and sample locally made alcoholic drinks. The property includes a complimentary infrared sauna and a games room with table tennis and board games. Free parking is available, and the garden provides a setting for watching badgers at dusk.

Rooms and Accommodations

Guests can choose from stylish rooms in the main house or self-catering apartments, including the Penthouse suite with a rooftop terrace and lake views. Each room offers an en-suite bathroom, luxury toiletries, and a flat-screen TV. The property also provides a range of room types, from the Holly Room to the Lake Room, each with distinct design and furnishings.

Dining

Breakfast is served at The Distiller's Arms gastro-pub, a short stroll from the hotel, offering locally sourced food and a selection of Grasmere Distillery drinks. Hotel guests receive a 10% discount on food and drink at the pub. The pub also serves as the venue for dinner, with a menu that includes kids' meals and special diet options.

Pet-Friendly Amenities

Lake View Country House is dog-friendly with no extra charges for pets, and provides welcome treats, dog bowls, and towels for muddy paws. The property allows dogs in all areas, including the garden and communal lounges, and offers picnic blankets for walks. Guests can also borrow walking sticks and umbrellas, making outdoor adventures with dogs easy and stress-free.

Location and Activities

The hotel sits in an acre of gardens with private access to Grasmere lake-shore, and is a short walk from the village center and Dove Cottage, Wordsworth's home. Walking trails start directly from the property, and the nearby fells provide routes for all levels. Wildlife watching is a highlight, with resident badgers appearing in the garden each evening, and the hotel offers maps and local recommendations from the family-run team.

• Location: Private lake access in Grasmere, near Dove Cottage and walking trails
• Rooms: Stylish rooms and self-catering apartments, including Penthouse with rooftop terrace
• Dining: The Distiller's Arms gastro-pub with 10% discount for guests
• Wellness: Complimentary infrared sauna for all guests
• Pet Policy: No extra charges, welcome treats, and dog towels provided
• Entertainment: On-site brewery, distillery tours, and badger watching in the garden