Cragwood Country House Hotel

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

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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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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
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Roe • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Staff were lovely.setting was lovely.breakfast was lovely.and the fine dining was excellent. Also the room was very nice

Cons:

Afternoon tea had to many cakes.not enough savoury.also toilet for guests downstairs needs work.

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Amber • couple • gb
10
Perfect hotel to stop after cold winter walks
Pros:

Staff were lovely
Very comfortable
Dog friendly

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Simon • couple • gb
9
2026-01-21 • via Nuitee
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William • extended_group • gb
10
We were very impressed with the excellent staff who were very polite, pleasant and very professional
Pros:

What went well? Absolutely everything! Just a wonderful place to stay. Can't speak too highly of the hotel rooms, the staff and the cleanliness of the place. A real showpiece. And to send you on your way a beautifully cooked breakfast. What more could any one ask for?

Cons:

Better identification of room numbers on the key fob would be nice. Something which I am assured by staff that it is going to be acted upon very soon.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Gary • couple • gb
6
Good location. Hotel from a past generation.
Pros:

Good views and location

Cons:

Staff not particulary interested.
Bizarre hotel layout
Some rooms badly needs of upgrade
Difficult to find as entrance and long road to hotel not lit

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • solo_traveller • us
8
Beautiful gardens and a quaint manor
Pros:

The hotel is perfectly situated between Windermere and Ambleside with ample parking. The grounds are lovely with gardens and paths around to enjoy. Comfortable bed and quiet space.

Cons:

I wish they had the food hours listed on the menu. They weren't listed so didn't know when needed to order dinner by

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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grahame • family_with_children • es
9
Pros:

staff, room, view

Cons:

bar food menu

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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vivien • couple • gb
6
Good service in the restaurant and bar - reception needs work
Pros:

Breakfast was good and service was great

Cons:

Check in was a challenge we were given the wrong room keys. The room was incredibly noisy with a party of walkers (20+) meeting at 7am outside our room door. In the room next door the late night smoking on the patio was noisy and smelly. Reception told housekeeping we had left and so they came to clean our room while we were dressing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Jayne • couple • gb
8
Pros:

Excellent

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee