Charming Four Star country hotel on the banks of Lake Windermere
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Refurbished in 2020, Cragwood Country House Hotel sits in 20 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, offering breathtaking views of Lake Windermere. With 2 AA Rosettes, a stunning backdrop, and the spectacular surrounding fells, Cragwood is the perfect base to explore the Lake District. Enjoy beautiful guestrooms, friendly, welcoming service, and a wonderful fine dining experience.
OPL Exclusive details
4 Special Offers for this hotel.
Stay 2 nights in a House room and receive:
- A complimentary bottle of chilled Prosecco in your room on arrival (value £29)
- Dinner for two each evening in the AA rosette award winning restaurant (value £44 pp)
- Full Cumbrian breakfast daily
- Complimentary room upgrade on arrival (subject to availability)
- Complimentary noon late check out (usually £20 additional charge)
- Please note there is a 50% non-refundable cancellation fee when staying 4 nights or more
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Highlights
- On the banks of Lake Windermere
- Ideal base to explore the Lake District
- Stylish and individual bedrooms
- Close to Windermere town
- Private jetty on Windermere
- Surrounded by 20 acres of gardens
- 4 star property
- 2 AA Rosette Restaurant
Home truths
Windermere is very popular with tourists, particularly in summer, so if you do not like crowds this may not be for you. There are 20 acres of gardens to enjoy with lake views so can you can always enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at the hotel.
Where is Cragwood Country House?
Cragwood Country House
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1LQ
Good to know
Hotel check-in time:
3:00 PMHotel check-out time:
11:00 AMRestaurant
Opening Times
Breakfast
8.30 - 10am
Lunch
The Bar menu is available from 12-9pm
Dinner
Seating times are 6pm, 7pm or 8pm.
Dress Code
Smart/ casual
Can you park at Cragwood Country House?
There is complimentary on site parking
Is Cragwood Country House accessible for disabled guests?
There are 2 car park spaces reserved for disabled guests and an adapted ground floor room is available, please call our reservations team on 0333 2125 594 to confirm availability.
The hotel does not have a lift and there are only 4 ground floor rooms.
Can children stay at Cragwood Country House?
Children under 2 years stay free of charge. Children aged 3 -12 Charged £30 per child per night including breakfast.
Additional beds can be accommodated in some House rooms.
The grounds
There are 20 acres of woodland and landscaped gardens to enjoy. The Edwardian Gardens, landscaped at the turn of the century by Thomas Mawson, lead down to the shore of Windermere and the half mile of lake frontage.
Other Information
Cragwood is situated right next to the incredibly popular attraction of Brockhole Visitor Centre: http://www.brockhole.co.uk . Brockhole is a fantastic location filled with activities such as a high rope course, adventure play, all sorts of family activities from pony trekking to crazy golf, and you can catch the famous Windermere Lake Cruise from their jetty. Bowness is just 3 miles away - here you will find popular activities such as The World of Beatrix Potter. The famous Wray Castle is a short drive away, as is Dove Cottage, home to the famous poet William Wordsworth.
History of the hotel
Cragwood Country House was designed by Frank Dunkerly and built in 1910 for the industrialist Albert Walburton. Built with stone quarried from its own grounds, materials left over were used to create the beautiful water gardens.
Does Cragwood Country House allow dogs?
Dogs are welcome at Cragwood, there is a small charge of £25 per dog per stay.
Your dog is welcome in any of the bedrooms and lounges, but not in the dining room.
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0333 2125 594