The Samling HotelvsYewfield Vegetarian Guesthouse
Both hotels are rated very highly by writers. Overall, The Samling Hotel ranks significantly higher than Yewfield Bed & Breakfast. The Samling Hotel has a TripExpert Score of 86 with approval from 5 publications including Lonely Planet, Michelin Guide and Jetsetter.
The Samling Hotel Show All Reviews
Ambleside Road, Windermere LA23 1LR
From $0/night
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
Fodor's
"This place oozes exclusivity from every carefully fashioned corner. Today the hotel is favored by the rich and famous." Full review
Michelin Guide
0 Stars
"Small hotel restaurant in an old farmhouse, which looks out over its 66 acre grounds and down Lake Windermere." Full review
The Telegraph
9.0
"The gabled house dates from the late 18th century and was once owned by Wordsworth's landlord." Full review
Jetsetter
"An elegant country house in England's Lake District, with a gourmet, 10-course Michelin-starred dinner." Full review
Independent
"The Samling is so stylishly low-key, even the deer that keep the grass trimmed are almost absurdly relaxed"
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"One of the loveliest spots to bed down in is this 12-room bolthole on a hillside on the fringe of Lake Windermere. Horticulturally minded lovers will adore rambling through its 65 acres of fellside"
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Lonely Planet
"If money's no object, this deluxe country house is the choice... early bookings score a substantial discount." Full review
Independent
"With show-stopping views over Windermere, understated, luxurious bedrooms, smart or casual dining, and a staggering wine cellar, The Samling is a place to lie back and luxuriate – possibly in the hot tub"
Independent
"More of a townhouse than a county pile, you’ll find artwork by Matisse, Picasso on the walls...the hotel’s refreshingly dog-friendly too and the grounds are ideal for long, head-clearing walks"
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The full-length windows in the striking slate and glass extension of this Lakeland country house provide spectacular views of Lake Windermere and the surrounding countryside" Full review
Yewfield Vegetarian Guesthouse
Hawkshead Hill, Hawkshead LA22 0PR
From $0/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Free Parking
- Breakfast included
- Breakfast buffet
- Flatscreen TV
Fodor's
"With the laid-back friendliness of a B&B and the sophisticated style of a country house, Yewfield is a very good value." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This rambling Victorian mansion is one of the best options around Hawkshead, although it's out of the way on the road to Coniston, near Tarn Hows." Full review