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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Cheryl couple gb
9
2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Julie couple gb
7
Lovely hotel and staff but unfortunately, the room was shabby. I was disappointed with the room.
Pros:

I love the hotel and the staff

Cons:

The room was shabby, the curtains were torn, the walls were marked and tired, the bathroom door was dirty as was the bath panel.

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Alley solo_traveller gb
10
Pros:

Everything 👏

Cons:

Couldn't fault it 👍

2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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Christina couple gb
9
Pros:

The Views, decor, bed, dog friendly, friendly staff, food… all amazing

Cons:

I didn’t include breakfast in my booking

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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Gary couple gb
8
Pros:

All staff were friendly and attentive, food was gorgeous, roaring fires were great after a day out and about.

Cons:

The room we were in had an adjoining door this needs some kind of sound proofing as could hear every word from the people in the next room! Quite annoying!

2026-03-01 via Nuitee
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Craig solo_traveller gb
6
Pros:

I was booked into room 5, poor quality of sleep due to doors in the corridor banging throughout the night which vibrated my room door, staff accommodation above my room which sounded like big foot parading across the floor throughout the night, giggles and conversations from room above, I actually got two hours of broken sleep from the night.
I was going to ask for a refund but I was so tired I couldn't face the conversation.

Cons:

I did comment that it is a lovely hotel, staff couldn't be more helpful, food was wonderful, I really would like to visit again

2026-02-28 via Nuitee
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Liam solo_traveller gb
8
2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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HEALD couple gb
8
Lovely hotel with skillful and attentive staff. Well done.
Pros:

The hotel was just the kind we like with plenty of character, after reading up on the history we could see some of the beautiful features. The evening meal was excellent, we've never experienced fine dining before, both the food and the service was a credit to your staff. After drinks in the bar ware expertly served by the barman, especially the cocktails. We had a restful night's sleep in comfortable bed and finished off with a very good breakfast. In short we will not hesitate to recommend it to our friends and relatives and will definitely be staying with you again in the future.

Cons:

There wasn't anything we would complain about.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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Heila couple za
7
It was nice enough for one night but less than exspected
Pros:

Nice room

Cons:

The breakfast waitress was very rude

2026-02-23 via Nuitee
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rhidian family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

The bar staff were amazing….one gentleman even went to his room and gave us a can of fanta because the bar didn’t offer this. He didn’t charge us either. So generous. Very dog friendly and saw deer and squirrels in the garden on the way to the lake

Cons:

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2026-02-22 via Nuitee
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Will couple gb
1
Rubbish
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Nothing like the pictures , big waste of money . Could of stayed in my mums box room and been £170 richer

2026-02-13 via Nuitee
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Lauren couple gb
9
Lovely peaceful stay, will definitely be returning
Pros:

The place itself is absolutely beautiful. But we loved how dog friendly it was and the added little gifts for our dog in the room just made it even more perfect.

Cons:

Nothing we didn’t like, only thing is there should be more dog waste bins but not a huge issue!

2026-02-12 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Received a complimentary upgrade
Staff were very nice

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
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Hava solo_traveller gb
8
Beautiful and spotless hotel in stunning location
Pros:

This my second visit to Cragwood. Beautiful hotel in a stunning location. The receptionists were lovely and helpful with great recommendations of what to do in the area . Room was spotless and bed super comfy. Gardens lovely even in the winter!

Cons:

Was really looking forward to sitting in the library with crackling wood burner however there was a wedding party and the lounge was off limits. This was a shame as use of the lounge is included as part of the Cragwood experience. Otherwise stay was truly relaxing and rejuvenating.

2026-02-09 via Nuitee
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Tess solo_traveller gb
9
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
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Alison couple gb
8
We'll be back!
Pros:

Breakfast was lovely. Staff genuinely attentive, welcoming and professional. Went the extra mile to accommodate us. Accommodation very comfortable and relaxing. Lovely window seat.

Cons:

Room slightly dated, but good view and space..

2026-01-31 via Nuitee
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Robin solo_traveller gb
10
Amazing location, friendly team, really comfortable stay - thanks!
Pros:

Friendly team working there. Lovely old hotel with real character. I got a free upgrade from a single to double room which was much appreciated. Great breakfast and comfortable room. Would definitely recommend. Shout out to Jack who I had a good chat with - a really personable young man.

Cons:

Nada

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
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Nina couple gb
3
Needs renovating
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The tired bedroom decor

2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Darren couple gb
10
2026-01-27 via Nuitee
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Jade couple gb
7
2026-01-22 via Nuitee