Cragwood Country House Hotel

Hotels
9.6 (1139 reviews)
Ecclerigg, Ambleside Road , Windermere , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Beautiful setting
Comfortable rooms
Cons:
Worn furniture
Breakfast service slow
Limited dining choices

Categories

Cleanliness
9.16
Some furniture in the rooms were worn and ready for renovations.
Service
10
Staff are very friendly and helpful.
Location
10
Beautiful location and gorgeous grounds.
Room Quality
9.16
Rooms were a good size and comfortable, but some furniture was worn.
Amenities
9.66
Nice public areas with beautiful grounds.
Value for Money
9.66
Overall a good experience worth the money.
Food and Beverage
9.16
Food was good but lacked a bit of variety.
Overall Experience
10
Incredible hotel with fantastic hospitality.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 00:10

Property Description

Lakefront Luxury
Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere, Cragwood Country House Hotel offers a serene retreat amidst the stunning Lake District National Park.

Elegant Accommodations
Indulge in comfort with well-appointed guest rooms featuring modern amenities like flat-screen TVs, complimentary Wi-Fi, and en suite bathrooms.

Gastronomic Delights
Savor a culinary journey at the hotel's restaurant, serving up a delectable menu highlighting local flavors from Cumberland sausage to Cumbrian cheeses.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Windermere and book your stay at Cragwood Country House Hotel for a truly memorable experience.

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.

Guests traveling with dogs, there is an additional fee of GBP 20 per dog.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

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 2 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Children from 3 years old to 15 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 16 years old and over stay for £60 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

9.6
Based on 1139 reviews
Cleanliness: 9.16
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.16
Amenities: 9.66
Value for Money: 9.66
Food and Beverage: 9.16
Overall Experience: 10
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Lombardo solo_traveller gb
1
Inconsiderate reception staff, dirty rooms
Pros:

Food was good, house and grounds are beautiful and in a wonderful location along the lake. Lady at the bar taking food and drink order was lovely.

Cons:

Room had fleas and my legs and hand were all bitten during my stay, when informing the staff about this I was told I was wrong and no follow up regarding the matter. Room was tiny and not very clean. No staff on reception during check in and had to wait a while even when pressing the bell to inform them.

2026-04-15 via Nuitee
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Fiona extended_group gb
10
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with our friends!
Pros:

The friendly staff looked after us brilliantly. Our room was clean and comfortable with everything we needed. The food was excellent with a good choice at every meal. The situation of the hotel is breathtaking with beautiful gardens. It is perfectly situated in central Lakes.

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Robina couple gb
5
Wouldn't go again..too dark and dismal for us, and certainly wouldn't pick a dog friendly , missed t
Pros:

The room was quite big, and view was nice.Outside was glorious, lovely gardens and views

Cons:

The bed was uncomfortable, didn't look presentable. 2 english tea bags not enough, they are a cheap commodity. Door didn't shut properly. The whole place looked dark and needs an uplift! Was surprised to see dogs in the dining area where there is food.Some were a little yappie as well

2026-04-10 via Nuitee
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Perangie couple gb
10
Pros:

Wonderfull hotel, great staff, views and scenery were amazing here. The breakfast was fantastic.

Cons:

Very expensive bar prices.

2026-04-09 via Nuitee
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Mohammed family_with_children sa
9
2026-04-08 via Nuitee
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Adam couple gb
10
Beautiful hotel, will stay again when in the Lake District
Pros:

Great location close to lake Windermere but secluded enough that there were no tourists around. The hotel and room was excellent and we really enjoyed the room and the amenities provided.

2026-04-06 via Nuitee
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Pedro couple gb
8
Very comfortable and cozy.
Pros:

Clean, spacious room, warm clean toilet

Cons:

Decor a little old

2026-04-05 via Nuitee
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Joanne couple au
7
Beautiful property, in a beautiful location
Pros:

The grounds and location were beautiful and the actual room was spacious

Cons:

The walls are paper thin and you could hear everything from other rooms. The bathroom is tiny and I had to reach above my head to get toilet paper, if you were a large person you wouldn’t have been able to go to the toilet in the room we had. Service was slow had to wait for ages to get a drink, when I finally got my drink the glass was dirty and had lipstick on it which was rectified once I pointed it out.

2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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peter Robert couple gb
9
2026-04-04 via Nuitee
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Saleh couple sa
7
Great
Pros:

Stunning view, spotless room, lovely staff, nice old building

Cons:

Privacy and noise, we can even hear other people farting, there are doors in each room between the rooms (emergency!!!!)

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
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Harrison couple gb
9
2026-03-31 via Nuitee
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stefan solo_traveller gb
8
2026-03-30 via Nuitee
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Lynne couple gb
9
Pros:

Beautiful location, comfortable hotel and welcoming staff.
Genuinely dog-friendly. We had a very relaxing stay.

2026-03-26 via Nuitee
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Julie solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Lovely hotel friendly staff

Cons:

Nothing

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Aoi family_with_children in
9
I want to come back again
Pros:

A hotel like a castle with beautiful view and friendly staff

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Alex couple gb
9
2026-03-16 via Nuitee
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Mrsjessup2012 Couples Altrincham, Trafford, Greater Manchester, England
10
Exceptionally friendly staff
Pros:

Lovely experience with great food and friendly staff. Our two dogs were made very welcome too!

2026-03-12 via Tripadvisor
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philip couple gb
6
Great location
Pros:

Great location with nice garden grounds. Unfortunately for us we didn't get chance to explore that because of the weather. Sure it would have made a difference if it had been clear or sunny. There's also a nice view of the lake which we couldn't appreciate due to the fog. Accommodation is large and has a comfortable lobby and lounge area. Bedroom was sufficient. Good size bed and comfortable. Warm enough. Staff were friendly without being in your face. Breakfast was good.

Cons:

We had a wooden door in our room separating us from the adjacent room. The problem with that was you could hear everything the neighbours were saying and doing, including their TV, eating their food and sex. So privacy was lacking.

2026-03-10 via Nuitee
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Michala family_with_children us
9
Gorgeous, all good things!
Pros:

This is by far the most beautiful place we stayed on our trip. This is just gorgeous. We loved our family room for our little one and the ability to walk right outside on the patio.

Cons:

The staff was nice but not always readily available. There were a few times we had questions and they weren't at the front desk but when we were able to ask them they helped with every request! Food was good!

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
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nickyt624 Couples
8
Doggy tolerant…
Pros:

The most wonderful about this hotel is its location on the bank of lake Windermere. The grounds are truly stunning as is the building, the cosy fires, panelling and grand staircases.
Mostly we enjoyed our stay, although the following points should be noted:
- Parts of the hotel are quite shabby, the reception area feels like a nursing home and the rooms could definitely do with an upgrade!
- Pillows were quite hard and room was too hot.
- A rather rude ;southern) breakfast waitress practically told us off for the dog not being ‘under the table’… I would say they are dog tolerant rather than dog friendly.

We wouldn’t stay there again but some of the staff were absolutely lovely and none of the above really spoiled our stay.

2026-03-08 via Tripadvisor