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Armathwaite Hall Hotel & SpavsHolbeck Ghyll Country House
Both properties are endorsed by professional reviewers. Overall, Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa ranks slightly higher than Holbeck Ghyll Country House. Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa scores 82 with positive reviews from 2 sources such as Oyster, The Telegraph.
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."
Holbeck Ghyll Country House
Travel + Leisure The Telegraph Independent
Holbeck Lane, Windermere LA23 1LU
From $229/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
Travel + Leisure "Overlooking Lake Windermere and the hills, this cozy 19th-century hunting lodge is full of traditional English touches: oak paneling, wing chairs, a croquet lawn, and two black Labradors." Full review
The Telegraph8.0
"Surely the most magnificently sited of all Lake Windermere’s hotels, Holbeck Ghyll combines traditional hospitality and good food in breathtaking surroundings." Full review
Independent "Fires blaze in the cosy panelled sitting room while the restaurant serves up satisfying British grub...the spa here is small but perfectly formed, offering Swedish massages"
