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The Drunken Duck InnvsThe Cottage in the Wood
The Cottage in the Wood and The Drunken Duck Inn are both endorsed by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, The Cottage in the Wood scores slightly better than The Drunken Duck Inn. The Cottage in the Wood has a TripExpert Score of 85 with approval from 3 publications including Insight Guides, Lonely Planet and The Telegraph.
The Drunken Duck Inn
Fodor's
The Telegraph
Barngates, Off B5286, Ambleside LA22 0NG
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Spa
Fodor's "After four centuries, this friendly old coaching inn remains an outstanding place for both food and lodging." Full review
The Telegraph9.0
"Ideal for an epicurean escape to the country. You'll find chic interiors, a deservedly popular restaurant, and lovely rooms." Full review
The Cottage in the Wood
Insight Guides The Telegraph
The Guardian The Guardian
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Magic Hill, Whinlatter Forest, Braithwaite, Keswick CA12 5TW
From $154/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Restaurant
- Free Parking
- Breakfast included
Insight Guides "Tucked away in a beautiful mountainous location, this former 17th-century coaching inn has delightful, modern rooms and a fine restaurant that supports quality local suppliers."
The Telegraph9.0
"Wrapped in woodland with tree-top views to Skiddaw and a 10-minute drive from Keswick, this restaurant-with-rooms offers inventive cooking, contemporary-style rooms and a warm, unstuffy atmosphere." Full review
The Guardian "A one-stop-shop for an indulgent foodie weekend with plenty of hearty outdoor appeal, this restaurant with nine bedrooms feels delightfully off-grid, tucked away 1,000ft above Keswick in the Whinlatter Forest"
The Guardian "Don’t be misled by the name; the Cottage is actually a striking Georgian mansion, set high above the spa town of Malvern, surrounded by woodland"
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Lonely PlanetTop choice
"For a secluded spoil, head for this out-of-the-way bolthole, on the road to Whinlatter Forest, in a completely modernised coaching inn." Full review
Michelin Guide1 Star
"The cooking is modern with some Nordic influences, courtesy of Head Chef Sam Miller’s experience in Scandinavia, and there are subtle touches of innovation too" Full review
