Merewood Country House Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1005 reviews)
Ecclerigg, Ambleside Road , Windermere , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent staff
Stunning views
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Cocktails were pre-mixed
Reception area was cold

Categories

Cleanliness
8.58
Perfectly clean room & bathroom.
Service
9.05
Friendly staff, excellent service during dinner.
Location
9.09
Overlooks stunning views and is perfectly located for walks.
Room Quality
8.54
Comfortable bed with nice linens.
Amenities
8.07
Dog-friendly with additional welcome pack.
Value for Money
8.03
Dinner was reasonably priced; however, drinks were thought to be pricey.
Food and Beverage
8.08
Dinner and breakfast were excellent.
Overall Experience
8.55
One of our most memorable hotel stays.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 01:12

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comforts

Scenic Beauty and Culinary Delights

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions

Experience a blend of historic charm and modern comforts at Merewood Country House Hotel. Nestled on the edge of Lake Windermere, each room offers en suite facilities and picturesque views. Indulge in regional delicacies at the on-site restaurant or savor traditional afternoon tea. With free parking and Wi-Fi, your stay is convenient and stress-free. Explore nearby attractions like the Lakes Aquarium and Windermere Steamboat Museum. Book now for a tranquil retreat in the Lake District National Park.

Important information:

The use of guests' own cooking equipment within the hotel is strictly prohibited.

Please note that for bookings of 3 rooms or more, a 50% nonrefundable deposit is required.

For all bookings of 4 nights or longer, a nonrefundable deposit of 50% of the total price is required.

Pets are welcome by prior arrangement and include a charge of GBP 25 per pet per stay.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MAN

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 15 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 15 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 16 years old and over stay for £35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1005 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.58
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.07
Value for Money: 8.03
Food and Beverage: 8.08
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Diane solo_traveller gb
9
Pros:

Friendly staff
Location of hotel
Cleanliness

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Lindsey solo_traveller gb
8
Great stay! Staff were fantastic and made us feel so welcome.
Pros:

Lovely property in its own grounds and close to town centre.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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DAVID couple gb
8
Quite well placed. Nice country house hotel.
Pros:

Reasonably well placed.
Lovely country house hotel.

Cons:

No real negatives.

2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Tom couple gb
6
2026-05-16 via Nuitee
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Jane solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Gorgeous location, comfortable room super bathroom. Lovely friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-15 via Nuitee
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Debbie solo_traveller gb
10
Amazing Lication
Pros:

The location, the views of Windermere. How all the staff made me & my sister very welcome.
Plus the amazing Afternoon Tea we had which was a belated birthday present for my sister.

Cons:

Nothing nit to like.

2026-05-08 via Nuitee
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Abigail couple gb
10
Pros:

The location and views are stunning but what really makes this place stand out is the staff. They went above and beyond to ensure we had the best stay. Would definitely recommend.

2026-05-07 via Nuitee
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YINING couple cn
8
2026-05-05 via Nuitee
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Rifat solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

All of the staff were absolutely splendid. Polite, friendly, proactive, and hard working.

My room was lovely and it was great to have the nespresso machine. The views from the hotel are stunning and the drawing room is bright and great for chilling in. The food was delicious and reasonably priced. I stayed for four nights and would not hesitate to come back. Thank you to everyone at Merewood.

2026-05-04 via Nuitee
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Ella couple gb
10
Great
Pros:

Old style

Cons:

Dated carpet

2026-05-03 via Nuitee
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Sheris solo_traveller us
10
Cons:

Some of the smaller lights in the room didn't work, but we made due. Certainly not a deal breaker.

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
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Leanna couple gb
10
Highly recommend!
Pros:

Beautiful hotel, wonderful staff, delicious food and drinks

Cons:

Nothing

2026-05-01 via Nuitee
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David family_with_children us
9
A very beautiful, classy, and comfortable place.
Pros:

Staff and service were excellent. We were made the feel very welcome and at home. Breakfast was very good.

Cons:

Stairs for these older legs. But a gorgeous staircase😆

2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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June solo_traveller gb
9
Fabulous Break
Pros:

This beautiful old building is set in a fabulous location. The lounges were incredibly comfortable and perfect for sipping a glass of wine while gazing over the lake. The staff were incredibly welcoming, and the breakfast menu was excellent. For dinner, we opted for the grill menu, which offered a limited but reasonably priced selection. The food was delicious. The hotel is very dog-friendly and provides a doggy welcome pack upon arrival. Taking your dog for a walk around the hotel is a treat, especially round by the stunning bluebell woodland that backs the property. I’ll definitely be returning in the future.

Cons:

The water pressure on the shower in room 12 was very disappointing

2026-04-28 via Nuitee
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Peter couple se
10
Fantastiskt
Pros:

Finaste platsen man har sett

Cons:

Genuint hotell med en fantastisk vacker omgivning

2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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Simon solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

View, comfy and clean room.

Cons:

Quite rude waiter. Shower was not very good at all. Condensed window so couldnt really see the fantastic view very well.

2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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Nguyen couple vn
10
2026-04-25 via Nuitee
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Jane couple gb
8
A lovely stylish hotel, stunning location, and very friendly staff.
Pros:

We had our evening meal at the grill, which was delicious.
Breakfast was also very good.
The location is beautiful.
It was our anniversary, and we sat in the the evening sun drinking champagne before dinner.

2026-04-20 via Nuitee
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Steve couple gb
10
Simply a lovely and relaxing stay
Pros:

Lovely location with fantastic views. Staff were very helpful and friendly. In particular very dog friendly.

Cons:

The upper car park was difficult for my wife to access but that was sorted by parking adjacent to the entrance.

2026-04-19 via Nuitee
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Justine couple gb
8
2026-04-19 via Nuitee