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Armathwaite Hall Hotel & SpavsBank Ground Farm - B&B and self-catering cottages
Both hotels are praised by travel writers. Overall, Bank Ground Farm - B&B and self-catering cottages is the choice of most writers compared to Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa. Bank Ground Farm - B&B and self-catering cottages scores 77 with accolades from 2 publications like Lonely Planet, Fodor's.
Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa
Oyster
The Telegraph
Independent Independent Independent
Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite CA12 4RE
From $350/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
OysterLuxury
"This stunning four-and-a-half pearl Lake District hotel built into a stately English country home looks like a fairy-tale castle." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"This luxurious waterside retreat — with views to Bassenthwaite Lake, Skiddaw and the Lakeland fells — offers an award-winning spa, gym, luxurious outdoor infinity pool and fine dining." Full review
Independent "With views stretching across to Bassenthwaite Lake, Skiddaw and the spellbinding Lakeland Fells, Armathwaite – which has stood on its site in one form or another since the 11th century – has all the trappings of a historic country house"
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Independent "There’s archery, clay pigeon shooting, tennis courts and even photography courses on offer here, as well as the usual gorgeous Lake District walks right on your doorstep. The dog can join you."
Independent "Set in 400 acres of private woodland, the hotel’s interiors, particularly in the main hall, are original and grand: sweeping staircases, open fireplaces...rooms themselves are neat and unfussy."
Bank Ground Farm - B&B and self-catering cottages
Fodor's
Lonely Planet Independent
East of the Lake, Coniston LA21 8AA
From $103/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Beach
Fodor's "Beautifully situated on the eastern shore of Coniston Water, opposite the village of Coniston on the western shore." Full review
Lonely Planet "Parts of the house date back to the 15th century, so the rooms are snug. Some have sleigh beds, others exposed beams. The tearoom is a beauty too, and there are cottages for longer stays." Full review
Independent "Offers a gorgeous B&B and self-catering cottages on a working farm...it has a kilometre of lake frontage and a jolly nice cafe serving their own produce."
