Lake District

Small hotel restaurant in an old farmhouse, which looks out over its 66 acre grounds and down Lake Windermere. — Michelin Guide

Everything about the upper-range Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is elegant. — Oyster

Simon Rogan's two-Michelin-starred restaurant plus handful of rooms stay true both to the simple village location and rich surrounding land. — The Telegraph

The eco-aware hotel... is as sustainable as possible, with native woods and stone, organic toiletries, and fair-trade linens. — Travel + Leisure

This tiny, extravagantly decorated bed and breakfast, set in fabulous rolling countryside at the heart of Beatrix Potter country, offers three luxury suites and the best bathrooms in the Lake District. — The Telegraph

Ancient hub of the Lowther Estate, beautiful Askham Hall's spectacular gardens and fairy-tale rooms are now open to guests. — Fodor's

Halfway between Cockermouth and Keswick at the northern end of Bassenthwaite Lake, this traditional 18th-century coaching inn exudes English coziness without the usual Lakeland fussiness. — Fodor's

This village pub has been a local secret for years, but the excellent food and comfy accommodation has earned it an increasingly high profile. — The Telegraph

With fabulous views over the rolling countryside of the Winster Valley to the east of Windermere, the Masons Arms is a slate-floored traditional old inn serving local ales and good pub food. — Fodor's

Beautifully situated on the eastern shore of Coniston Water, opposite the village of Coniston on the western shore. — Fodor's

Owners David and Valerie run a tight ship: rooms are squeaky clean and bathrooms positively sparkle. — The Telegraph

Ideal for an epicurean escape to the country. You'll find chic interiors, a deservedly popular restaurant, and lovely rooms. — The Telegraph

With the laid-back friendliness of a B&B and the sophisticated style of a country house, Yewfield is a very good value. — Fodor's

Elegant B&B in a Georgian town house with spacious rooms immaculately decorated in pale, natural tones; all have good views, generous showers, and comfortable beds. — Fodor's

Wrapped in manicured gardens with views over Lake Windermere, Linthwaite House delivers 21st-century sophistication amid a rugged landscape. — Mr & Mrs Smith