Ravenstone Hotel - This family-run country hotel has mature gardens, an excellent food reputation, and spectacular views towards Bassenthwaite Lake and Skiddaw, 4 miles (6.4 km) from Keswick. The welcoming Ravenstone Hotel is surrounded by open countryside. All bedrooms have fantastic views of the Lake District. The restaurant mixes traditional and modern dishes and has an extensive wine cellar. There is a bar with an open fire and a games room with a full-size snooker table, a pool table and table tennis table. The comfortable and spacious lounge has a warming fire and stunning views through the picture windows.

Haweswater Hotel - Friendly, family-run non-smoking hotel with stunning views of Lake and Fells in the heart of the Lake District national park. Whether looking for a relaxing 'away from it all' break, a central point for touring the rest of the Lake District or a Walking Holiday, the Haweswater Hotel is ideally located. Situated on the shores of Haweswater, the hotel is the only building in this quiet and secluded valley. The location lends itself to a peaceful and relaxing break, a theme continued inside the hotel itself and as such there are no televisions or telephones in the bedrooms. Everywhere you look are stunning views of the lake, hills and forests that make this such a beautiful and peaceful place. The hotel has always been a popular venue for walkers, nature lovers and people in search of tranquillity. The area is home to red squirrels, foxes, owls, red deer & badgers and is the only place in England where the golden eagle can be seen in the wild. 14 comfortable rooms and a self-contained apartment, most having lake or fell views. Open log fires. Fully licensed bar. Large dining room overlooking the lake (to ensure a table on your night of arrival please pre book). Lake View Terrace, Garden & Patio Area. Ample parking.

Gilpin Lodge - Set in the southern Lake District, luxurious Gilpin Lodge has excellent rooms and 3 AA Rosettes for its first-rate food. It is surrounded by beautiful moors, woodland and country gardens. The hotel is opposite Windermere Golf Club and 2 miles (3.2 km) from Lake Windermere. Most bedrooms have lounge areas, many with patio doors leading to beautiful gardens with private hot tubs or spa baths. The Relais and Chateaux hotel is a haven of calm, with no weddings or groups. It was fully refurbished through 2007/ 8.

Ravenstone Lodge - Nestling at the foot of Ullock Pike, just 4 miles north of Keswick, this relaxing retreat is set back from the main road, amid 5 acres of spectacular countryside. A converted 19th century stable, the lodge boasts excellent views towards Bassenthwaite Lake and the beautiful North Western Fells. It also enjoys easy access to many of the notable Skiddaw walks and especially the Allerdale Ramble. Retaining its Victorian character, with pitch pine ceilings and an open log fire in the comfortable residents' lounge, Ravenstone Lodge also provides a private terrace, a large walled garden and ample off-road parking.

The Edwardene - Welcome to the Edwardene, a beautiful Victorian property full of character & charm with great food & friendly atmosphere With a silver award for excellent levels of quality, cleanliness & customer care, we aim to make your stay a special one. Built in 1885, our hotel has three storeys with eleven en-suite bedrooms, and, for the comfort and safety of our guests, is completely non smoking. Within a short and easy walk of Keswick's market square, theatre and lake, the hotel provides a most convenient location, close to many amenities yet in a quiet position. The Edwardene serves as an excellent base to explore the central and northern Lake District, whether for a relaxing break away from it all, or for discovering the beauty of the mountains, fells and lakes of this outstanding area, with many excellent varied walks from the doorstep. Please note this property is totally non-smoking. Visit Britain Graded as 4 star guest house accomodation

Westmorland Hotel - Westmorland Hotel is an award-winning hotel in a peaceful location on the outskirts of the Lake District. Just a one minute drive from the M6 (between J38 and J39) via the award winning Tebay Services, the AA 3-star rated Westmorland Hotel is set in a tranquil countryside setting with spectacular mountain views. The hotel offers en suite bedrooms with luxurious bathrooms and contemporary design using natural materials. Also there are 6 flexible meeting rooms with natural daylight for 2-120 delegates. The AA rosette award winning restaurant serves delicious menus featuring only the freshest ingredients and the best local produce. Add to this the log fires, water features and Wi-Fi broadband connections and you have an individual hotel with a stunning and convenient location, which, once discovered, is likely to become your preferred hotel on the M6.

New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel - Set in the heart of the Lake District National Park, in the picturesque Langdale Valley, the New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel is set in 6 acres of mature gardens and pasture. Numerous lakes nearby enable water sports including water skiing, swimming and boat hire. Other local activities range from golf, to horse riding and shopping in nearby Ambleside and Windermere. The views are breathtaking across Lakeland and the Langdale Pikes, providing a stunning setting for those wishing to hike and walk. All rooms are individually and comfortably furnished, with dramatic views across the valley. Some rooms include a flat-screen TV. New Dungeon Ghyll's restaurant overlooks the patio and to the lawn with the Lakeland fells beyond. Before dining, guests may relax over a drink in the Walker's Bar.

County Hotel - Set within a historic former coaching inn, this charming hotel is ideally situated in the centre of Kendal. Here you can look forward to a warm welcome from our General Manager and staff. The County Hotel features a lovely dining room complete with sprung dance floor, a pleasant lounge and two well-stocked bars. Entertainment is regularly featured, and a lift serves all floors. All 37 bedrooms are en suite and include colour TV, telephone and tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel is non-smoking throughout.

Hunday Manor Country House Hotel - Delightfully situated and enjoying distant views of the Solway Firth. A large garden to relax in. This charming hotel has comfortable rooms that are well-furnished. Some of the spacious rooms have been refurbished to a high standard. The open- plan bar and foyer lounge boast welcoming open fires, and the attractive restaurant is set into the woodland gardens.

The King's Head Hotel - Situated at the foot of Mount Helvellyn, in the heart of the Lake District, this former 17th century coaching inn boasts spectacular views toward St Johns in the Vale, Blencathra and Skiddaw. The King's Head Hotel is perfectly situated close to the shores of Lake Thirlmere and within easy reach of walking routes, including Helvellyn (right behind the hotel), as well as all the main attractions in the nearby Lake District towns of Windermere, Ambleside and Keswick. With 17 en suite bedrooms, comprising of doubles and twins, all with views of the surrounding fells, the King's Head also features a Lakeland Speciality Store offering a wide range of local food, drinks and gifts from the finest Cumbrian producers.

Lyzzick Hall Hotel - Offering an ideal setting for a relaxing break in the Lake District, this beautiful country house hotel is located on the lower slopes of Skiddaw. Being situated in the northern Lake District near Keswick, Lyzzick Hall Hotel is an ideal base for any walking or sightseeing holiday. It features well-equipped rooms, comfortable lounges, an excellent restaurant and a heated indoor swimming pool with a sauna and whirlpool spa bath. The hotel is set in extensive private grounds which should ensure that your stay is both peaceful and relaxing.

Scafell Hotel - The Scafell Hotel is located in the very heart of Borrowdale, considered by many as England's finest valley. The hotel is surrounded by mighty fells, tranquil meadows and crystal clear waters. The Hotel is situated almost at the foot of Great Gable and the Scafell Massif and is, therefore, an excellent centre for walking either in the valley, along river banks, the Derwentwater lake shore,the fells or on Lakelands highest peaks. For those wishing to tour around it is an ideal centre from which to visit other Lake District locations. Those who are content with gentle rambling or just lazing on restful lawns fringed by trees amidst imposing scenery will be equally happy staying here. The comfortable bedrooms, beautifully decorated and some furnished with traditional antique furniture, are all equipped with private facilities,TV, radio and tea / coffee making facilities. The public rooms have been tastefully furnished, including the elegantly re- furnished lounge and restaurant where one can enjoy excellent fare prepared by skilled chefs. Under the direction for the past 34 years of the owner,Miles Jessop and now newly arrived Managing Director Andrew Nelson who together with the management and staff of the Scafell Hotel offer an efficient and friendly service, so making this comfortable Hotel a perfect base for exploring the Lake District.

String Of Horses - Dating from around 1659, this traditional coaching inn is set in a quiet country village only 10 minutes from Carlisle and junction 43 of the M6 motorway. String of Horses lies in the middle of one of the most beautiful and historic areas of Britain: near Hadrian's Wall, the Lake District and the Scottish borders. With its oak beams and panelling, open fires and gleaming brassware, the String of Horses has welcomed visitors from all over the world for more than 350 years. Though acclaimed for its 'yesteryear' ambience, the inn looks after you in 21st-century style, with great food. In every room is free Wi-Fi access, a digital TV and an en suite bathroom. This is a 4 star AA inn property. The bar and restaurant are closed on Mondays.

Lonsdale House - Lonsdale House offers welcoming and modern 4-star luxury just a short stroll from Lake Windermere. Enjoy a superb cooked breakfast, free Wi-Fi and high standards throughout. Local restaurants, the Beatrix Potter attraction, bars and shops are within walking distance. All the fantastic rooms are en suite, and very well decorated. Rooms have an extensive free video library, free toiletries and sherry, and refreshments. Breakfast is made with locally sourced produce; enjoy as much tea, coffee and toast as you can manage. Lonsdale House holds the coveted Visit Britain Silver Host Award, and the 'UK Accommodation of the Year Award'.

Whoop Hall - This historic, family-run hotel is situated on the outskirts of Kirkby Lonsdale and offers a wide range of leisure facilities in stunning surroundings in the beautiful Lune Valley. Kirkby Lonsdale is an attractive market town and an ideal base from which to explore some of England's most beautiful countryside, the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. The Whoop Hall is uniquely positioned in the rolling countryside of North-West England, where Cumbria, Lancashire and the coastline of Morecambe Bay are all within easy reach. The Whoop Hall is the perfect location at which to enjoy a pleasant lunchtime drink, a mouth-watering evening meal in award-winning Connors Restaurant, or a comfortable and relaxing overnight stay. Take advantage of complimentary leisure facilities at the hotel's Country Club. Facilities include an 18-metre swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room, sun shower and state-of-the-art fitness studio. Indulge in the ultimate in pampering at Bliss beauty salon.

The Castle Green Hotel In Kendal - Winner of 'Cumbria Large Hotel of the Year 2009', this hotel is set in 14 acres of beautifully maintained woodlands and gardens, a few minutes from the centre of Kendal. The hotel boasts a tranquil location for a relaxing country break, and is equipped to the very highest standards. Castle Green Hotel has received AA 3 star 81% grading with 2 AA Red Rosette standard. It has also been recently awarded Best Western Hotel of the Year. The Castle Green Hotel in Kendal provides the perfect environment for a relaxing and memorable stay, complemented by the 2 AA Rosette awarded Greenhouse Restaurant, with theatre kitchen and views of Kendal Castle.

Royal Oak Appleby - Near the beautiful River Eden, in the ancient town of Appleby in Westmorland, this traditional 17th century coaching inn offers free Wi-Fi and recently refurbished en suite rooms. The Royal Oak Appleby is rated as a 4-star inn by VisitBritain, the tourist board of the United Kingdom. Fully refurbished during 2008 and early 2009, all of the rooms have high-quality beds and en suite bathrooms. Each room has a flat-screen TV with Freeview digital channels and iPod docking stations. Many rooms have free Wi-Fi. There is also a charming 2-bedroom stone-built cottage for those who prefer the convenience of self-catering accommodation. The inn offers real cask ales and the very popular restaurant serves good quality pub food, made using the finest ingredients from local suppliers. The inn makes a great base from which to explore the Pennine Way, the Lake District or the Settle-Carlisle railway. Appleby Railway Station is just a few hundred metres away.

Ennerdale Hotel - The luxury of this hotel makes it an ideal base both for families and those seeking an enjoyable romantic weekend Whether you are visiting the area on business or pleasure you cannot fail to be impressed by its beauty. This country house hotel is situated on the edge of the Lake District near to Whitehaven. From the moment you arrive into this glorious Grade 2 listed hotel, with Grade 1 features, you will appreciate why so many awards have been presented to this quite exquisite luxury hotel. You will be welcomed by our warm, friendly, highly trained professional management, and will immediately start to enjoy real hotel service, something you may have thought had long since disappeared. As you walk through our large beautifully refurbished hallways you will pass by painstakingly restored original fireplaces and ceilings and you will start to realise that this is only the beginning of an experience you will never forget.

The Britannia Inn - Nestled in the picturesque village of Elterwater, amidst the imposing Langdale Valley Fells, this traditional Lakeland inn provides 9 comfortable guestrooms at the heart of the Lake District. Surrounded by wonderful walking and cycle routes, The Britannia Inn is just 10 minutes away from Wordsworth's Grasmere and 3 miles from Ambleside and Lake Windermere, with Hawkshead and Coniston just a short distance further. Dating back over 400 years, The Britannia Inn still retains many original features, including oak beams, slate floors and open fires. Today it boasts a wonderful pub serving real ales and home-cooked food, alongside a welcoming lounge area and sheltered patio.

Derwentwater Hotel - On the edge of Derwentwater, surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Lake District, this traditional Lakeland country house hotel has stunning views of the lake and the fells beyond. Rich in traditional charm and beautifully preserved original character, the Derwentwater Hotel has a wonderful, peaceful location in 16 acres of tranquil grounds. The hotel is set in the small village of Portinscale, just 1 mile (1.6 km) from Keswick, with all of its shops, restaurants, country pubs and coffee houses. Each of the rooms is individually furnished with its own unique charm. All rooms have an en suite bathroom with a bath and a shower over the bath. All rooms have TVs, radio alarm clocks, hairdryers, trouser presses and tea/coffee making facilities. The hotel's restaurant, Deer's Leap, is one of the finest in the area, offering a superb choice of modern and traditional dishes, with a 4-course dinner menu that changes daily. Enjoy a drink in the light, airy conservatory bar and savour the breathtaking views.

Regent By The Lake - This family-run hotel is on the edge of Lake Windermere and has free parking, an indoor swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and an excellent local reputation for its food. Breakfast is served until midday, so you can have a well-deserved lie in. The Regent Hotel is warm in welcome and rich in atmosphere. It's the ideal Lake District location, close to the bursting village of Ambleside and central to the fells and lakes. Relax and enjoy a carefully selected menu and wine list, or strike out and try something more active in the stunning surrounding landscape its up to you!

Hillthwaite House Hotel - This friendly, family-run hotel located between Windermere and Bowness has stunning views towards Lake Windermere, which is a short walk away. Set amid the beautiful surroundings of the Lake District, Hillthwaite House Hotel is ideal for all types of break. There is a swimming pool, steam room, sauna and gardens at the hotel, as well as a terrace looking towards Lake Windermere and Wetherlam, Crinkle Craggs, The Old Man of Coniston and Langdale Pikes. The restaurant offers lovely views and local produce. All bedrooms are individually appointed and some have free internet access

Ye Olde Fighting Cocks - In the picturesque village of Arnside, in an area of outstanding natural beauty, this traditional country inn boasts wonderful views over the Kent estuary and the mountains of the Lake District. Ye Olde Fighting Cocks offers comfortable en suite bed-and-breakfast accommodation, ideal for the English Lake District and the surrounding Arnside and Silverdale areas of outstanding natural beauty. With scenic views across Morecambe Bay to the Lake District and with plenty of seashore and fell walking, the inn makes a great base from which to explore the area. All of the beautifully refurbished en suite rooms have TVs, hairdryers, trouser presses, radio alarms and tea/coffee making facilities. The rooms boast fantastic views out over the bay and the mouth of the River Kent to the mountains. The bar is well stocked with traditional beers, lagers and wines and there is a real fire for the winter months. Food is home-cooked and freshly prepared, with daily specials. Outside, a terraced garden allows you to watch the river go by or do a spot of bird watching. Facilities include a car park and a barn where bicycles can be locked away. Arnside's railway station is just 300 metres away and offers fast, easy and convenient access to the rest of the Lake District. Free parking is available on site. Ye Olde Fighting Cocks is family run, and your hosts, Mike and Lesley Coop, pride themselves on the warm, friendly welcome they offer.

Moss Grove Organic Hotel - Following 8 months of renovations, detailed research and innovative thought, this beautiful Victorian house has re-opened as what the owners believe to be the first organic hotel in the region. With a host of eco-friendly features blended with uncompromising quality, from the organic clay paints to the filtered water throughout the property, the ethos of reducing the environmental and carbon impact is applied. Set in the centre of Grasmere, Moss Grove Hotel features 11 rooms, each one unique in character, shape, design and ambiance. All share a relaxed and totally natural style to ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay.

Dalston Hall Hotel - Nestled amid acres of private woodland and glorious gardens, this magnificent Grade II listed castle is situated on the northern edge of the Lake District, surrounded by a golf club. Dalston Hall provides the finest luxury coupled with discreet, yet friendly service. An ideal place to stay with individually designed and lavishly furnished rooms, each providing contemporary facilities. Dalston Hall is an excellent choice for weddings and celebrations on a grand scale, or rather more intimate gatherings, business meetings and conferences with full facilities available.

Lakeside Hotel - Lakeside Hotel rests on the shore of Lake Windermere, overlooking nothing but the water. It is spacious, richly decorated and sumptuously furnished throughout. Lakeside retains the warm and welcoming atmosphere of its 17th-century origins, with oak panelling, real fires and grand floral displays. Snug lounges and traditional bars provide a relaxing retreat and the conservatory looks out over landscaped gardens that lead down to Lake Windermere.

Patterdale Hotel - With comfortable lounges and home-cooked food, The Patterdale Hotel is at the heart of Patterdale Village on the main Penrith to Windermere route. Patterdale Hotel has comfortable en suite bedrooms in a picturesque setting. Relax in comfortable lounges beside a warm fire and enjoy a meal prepared by talented chefs using local ingredients. At the head of Ullswater, England's most beautiful lake, the village is ideal for exploring the English Lake District. The experienced hotel staff take great care of guests, offering local information and tips.

The George Hotel - In the centre of Keswick, the George Hotel is the town's oldest coaching inn; carefully restored to its former glory, the inn now offers en suite accommodation and a welcoming wood-beamed bar. Sensitively refurbished, the George Hotel still boasts many attractive original features and the heavily beamed rooms are full of antique objects and furniture. The cosy bar offers a range of real ales from the cask and a homely real fire, which glows through the winter nights. The adjoining ? la carte restaurant offers traditional food with a modern twist There are 13 en suite rooms, all of which are tastefully appointed and well equipped, with TVs, tea/coffee making facilities, radio alarm clocks and hairdryers. The George Hotel's convenient location in the heart of Keswick makes it a good base from which to explore the stunning natural beauty of the Lake District.

Rampsbeck Country House Hotel - On the shore of Lake Ullswater, Rampsbeck is an elegant, private country house offering peace, pleasure and privacy. Rampsbeck has a restaurant with 3 AA Rosettes. The candlelit dining room has superb lake views and serves modern French and English cuisine. The bedrooms are all individual and come with special features. Most rooms have been newly refurbished. The 18th-century building has spectacular views of the lake and fells. It stands in 18 acres of parkland and gardens with lake frontage. It is listed as one of the most beautifully situated hotels in Great Britain. Rampsbeck Country House Hotel was named an 'AA Inspectors Choice Hotel in Britain & Ireland 2008-2009', a supreme accolade for outstanding hotels. Guests staying in October will receive free tea/coffee and scone or crumpet on arrival.

The Belsfield Hotel - This Victorian hotel is a smart country house in 6 acres of beautiful gardens, overlooking Windermere and the Cumbrian Hills. Enjoy a sauna, putting green and heated indoor pool. The Belsfield Hotel has charm, elegance and sophistication in a wonderful Lake District location within Bowness-on-Windermere. In keeping with the picturesque surroundings, the hotel restaurant offers the chance to enjoy good food and wine with superb views over the lake. The Belsfield Hotel also has a pool table and table tennis table.