Lake View Country House And Self-Catering Apartments - Grasmere

Dog-friendly country house with private lake access and on-site brewery in Grasmere, Lake District

Accommodation & Room Options

Lake View Country House And Self-Catering Apartments in Grasmere offers 12 rooms and suites, each with en-suite bathrooms and luxury Pure Lakes toiletries. The Fellside Suite provides views over the garden and fells, plus a sofa bed for extra guests. The Penthouse includes a private rooftop terrace, a small kitchenette, and a claw-foot bath, while the Riverside Apartment is fully self-catering with a large bathroom.

Dining & On-Site Brewery

Guests receive a 10% discount at The Distiller's Arms gastro-pub, located just 2 minutes away, which serves locally sourced breakfast and dinner. The pub offers Grasmere Distillery craft beers and gin, brewed and distilled on-site at the property. Distillery tours are available upon request, and special diet menus, kids' meals, and wine/champagne are provided at the pub.

Wellness & Recreation

A complimentary infrared sauna is available for all house guests to use after a day of walking. On the property, guests can use the games room with table tennis, borrow board games, or join a tour about local culture. Wildlife watching is a daily event: residents badgers emerge on the lawn at dusk, and otters have been spotted near the private lake shore.

Pet-Friendly & Family-Friendly Policies

Dogs stay free of charge and receive welcome treats, pet bowls, and dog towels in the entrance lounge. The hotel provides throws for furniture, walking sticks, and umbrellas for borrowing, making stays easy for owners. For families, board games, kids' meals at the pub, and a large garden with picnic area are available.

Location & Surrounding Activities

Set in an acre of gardens, the hotel offers private access to Grasmere lake shore, a 5-minute walk away for morning strolls or paddleboarding. Dove Cottage, the former home of William Wordsworth, is a 5-minute walk, and the famous Grasmere Gingerbread shop is just a few minutes further. Walking routes start directly from the door, and the hotel is a 20-minute drive from Windermere and 30 minutes from Keswick.

• Accommodation: 12 individually styled rooms and self-catering apartments with lake or fell views
• Dining: 10% discount at The Distiller's Arms gastro-pub with on-site Grasmere Distillery craft beer and gin
• Wellness: Complimentary infrared sauna available for house guests
• Pet-Friendly: Dogs welcome at no extra charge, with welcome treats, bowls, and dog towels
• Activities: Private access to Grasmere Lake shore and wildlife watching (resident badgers, otters, birds)
• Location: Centrally located in Grasmere, 6 km from Ambleside, 20-minute drive from Windermere