Set in an acre of gardens, in the picturesque village of Grasmere, Lake View Country House is located in the heart of the Lake District, in a recently-renovated period property with original features. There is private access to Grasmere lake-shore. Free parking is available on site. Each of the stylish rooms has an en-suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV, free WiFi, tea and coffee facilities and luxury toiletries. Most of the rooms have lake and mountain views. Our latest and very popular addition is an infrared sauna, which is free to use for house guests. A Full English breakfast with vegetarian and healthy options is available at The Good Sport gastro-pub a short stroll away. It also offers a selection of Grasmere Brewery beers, which are brewed on-site at Lake View Country House. All guests receive a discount at The Good Sport. Lake View Country House is situated just 4 miles from Ambleside town centre, a 20-minute drive from Windermere and a 30-minute drive from Keswick. The hotel offers a scenic location, with walking routes available from the front door.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.2
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
8.9
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
9.3

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely location, owners very welcoming, comfortable and clean. Bathroom was lovely.
  • Harshita
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This was our second stay at the Lake View Country House. Everything about the place feels like home. The Beds are comfortable, the kitchen has everything you need to cook your own food. The location is perfect and easily accessible by bus as well...
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    2nd time staying here - I love the surroundings- it’s quiet, peaceful and beautiful- There are some lovely little touches and the staff/owners are always happy to help. The dog is also welcome!
  • Martin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was perfect. Bath and shower amazing. Location outstanding.
  • Gillian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was ok. A bit cold . Coffee was lovely .
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location Quirkiness Huge very warm bathroom Terrace
  • Peter
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The owners were not there on arrival, we could just take the key and find the room. The room was really nice, with a great view. We enjoyed the stay.
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely quiet bolt hole if you fancy a change from the communality of hotels
  • T
    Tom
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location was lovely, just a short stay but everything was great for us.
  • Trevor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely location just off the main street. Tremendous facilities and so much local iinformation to guide you. Be aware, it is a short 2 min walk to the pub/restaurant, but the food and service there is great

Managed by The Abbotts

Company review score: 9.4Based on 434 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

We live onsite at Lake View Country House. We are devoted Lake District lovers ourselves, and we are delighted to welcome guests to this beautiful part of the English country-side. We get out in the fells to walk as often as we can, and we enjoy recommending our great local walks suitable to equipment and experience. We have our own young family, which means we are a treasure-trove of fantastic things for families to do nearby, whatever the weather.

Property information

**From October 1st to December 24th breakfast is half-price provided you book it when making your room reservation** Welcome to our boutique accommodation in the beautiful village of Grasmere. We are right in the heart of the Lake District National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Lake View Country House has five spacious bedrooms and three self-catering apartments with mini-kitchens. We have an acre of dog-friendly gardens, and a private access to Grasmere Lake. All of our stylish rooms are en-suite, have super fast WiFi, and Smart TVs. We have several rooms suitable for larger groups and families. Our latest - and very popular - addition is an infrared sauna, free to use for house guests. Our guests enjoy a 10% discount off food & drink at The Good Sport, which is very close by. If you fancy breakfast: enjoy proper coffee with a traditional Full English breakfast, as well as vegetarian and healthy options. Lunch & dinner are served from noon. The Good Sport is the tap-room for Grasmere Brewery and Distillery - which is based at Lake View. Tours of the distillery are available to be booked. All of our rooms are dog-friendly, as is The Good Sport, and there is no additional charge for dogs. Please note that we offer both room-only and breakfast-included rates, leaving you free to choose how much breakfast you want and where to eat it. To be clear, our normal practice is for guests to pay a 50% deposit shortly after booking, with the balance payable about a week before arrival. This does not in any way affect your right to a full refund if you need to cancel more than a month before arrival.

Neighbourhood information

Soak up the tranquillity here in England's largest wilderness. We are situated in a beautiful and quiet location, at the end of a private lane, but very close to the centre of Grasmere village. There's no need to get back into your car once you are here. Grasmere has a huge array of walks, accessible from our front door, and suitable for a range of ages and abilities. There are fascinating cultural sites - such as Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum, just 5 minutes walk away from us. The village itself has a great selection of shops, tea-rooms and fabulous restaurants. There are also plenty of things to do for little ones. It really is the best place to stay in the Lake District!

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • The Good Sport
    • Cuisine
      British • Local • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Lake View Country House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Cleaning products
  • Electric kettle

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Activities

  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Table tennis
  • Games room
  • Fishing

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Radio
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping

Business facilities

  • Meeting/banquet facilities

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Pet bowls
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Executive lounge access
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Wellness

  • Sauna

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Lake View Country House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 16:00 to 21:00
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
£16.50 per child, per night
3 - 12 years
Extra bed upon request
£44 per child, per night
13 - 17 years
Extra bed upon request
£55 per child, per night
Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
£55 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercardMaestroSoloCash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Lake View Country House

  • Check-in at Lake View Country House is from 16:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Guests staying at Lake View Country House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte
  • Room options at Lake View Country House include:

    • Apartment
    • Double
    • Suite
  • The prices at Lake View Country House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, Lake View Country House is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Lake View Country House is 450 yards from the centre of Grasmere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Lake View Country House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Tour or class about local culture
  • Lake View Country House has 1 restaurant:

    • The Good Sport