Merewood Country House Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (1050 reviews)
Ecclerigg, Ambleside Road , Windermere , gb

Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 1050 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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Egon couple at
7
Haus schön Umgebung schön
Pros:

Es war alles gut. Nur die Möglichkeit die Fenster des Zimmer mehr zu öffnen fehlte.

Cons:

Die Kommunikation , dass es Probleme der Wasserqualität des Windermere Sees gibt.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Sharifa family_with_children qa
1
2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Kim couple gb
7
Wonderful breakfasts!!!! Easy access to both Windermere and Ambleside.
Pros:

Great location, friendly staff, breakfast was really fantastic! Options of continental alongside hot cooked breakfast - highly recommend. The outside tables with a view of the lake were wonderfully situated for an afternoon or evening drink. The shower and bath were great!

Cons:

The rooms were quite hot, stuffy and we could not open the windows more than a smidge, so hardly any air could circulate. Bedrooms were tired and could do with a revamp.

2026-07-22 via Nuitee
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Melanie solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

The area was good. Staff were welcoming and helpful.

Cons:

I think you needed more staff. We waited quite a while for drinks at the bar even after ringing the bell. We also had to wait awhile to ge seated at breakfast because there was only one person doing everything. I do think the hotel is a little tired. Carpets were thread bare especially on the stairs and empty crockery and glasses in the hall ways after the night before. Also, staff were so noisy in the morning when cleaning up, but 7.30am

is very early when you are on a weekend break.

2026-07-21 via Nuitee
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DANIEL family_with_children gb
10
Pros:

Superb setting with friendly, competent and most helpful staff. The breakfast experience was amazing. Just wish our stay had been longer.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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R D Ellis couple nz
10
Exceptional
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Tessa family_with_children gb
10
Peaceful get away with easy access to the lake activities.
Pros:

Beautiful country house and grounds. Gorgeous room. Staff were incredibly helpful letting us have early entry as we had traveled a distance. Outside tables to enjoy the evening sun. Views of Lake Windermere from the garden. Good breakfast. Excellence value overall. Would definitely stay again.

2026-07-20 via Nuitee
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Laura solo_traveller it
9
Ottima soluzione nel Lake District
Pros:

Struttura molto accogliente e ben tenuta, in un contesto verdeggiante. Camera e bagno spaziosi, parcheggio privato in struttura. Letti comodi e ottima accoglienza. Prezzo un po' sopra la media, ma adeguato alla struttura.

Cons:

Per raggiungere le principali attrazioni è necessario prendere la macchina, ma per noi non è assolutamente stato un problema. Camera con vasca da bagno anziché doccia.

2026-07-19 via Nuitee
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Mhairi couple gb
10
Beautiful and relaxing stay
Pros:

Beautiful location, gorgeous room, super friendly staff

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Daniela couple de
10
2026-07-16 via Nuitee
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Saloni family_with_children hk
9
Wonderful stay at Merewood!
Pros:

A wonderful stay at Merewood! The property is excellent, rooms were comfortable, and the breakfast was delicious. The staff were incredibly kind and friendly throughout. Highly recommended!

Cons:

N/A

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Loren family_with_children gb
10
Absolutely lovely hotel with even better staff
Pros:

The location is fantastic, a 10 minute drive into Bowness, or 10 minutes into Ambleside. The staff were great, super attentive and went above and beyond any requests. We stayed in a classic room which was really spacious and the bathroom was huge.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-13 via Nuitee
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Veronika Pramukova solo_traveller gb
9
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Nong Yuen family_with_children my
7
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Emilian couple gb
9
Good stay overall
Pros:

Excellent location
Beautiful gardens and views across Windermere
Great breakfast

Cons:

Room a bit small
Noisy in the morning with gardeners or delivery trucks

2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Ali couple gb
10
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Catherine couple fr
9
Parfait
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Vaishh solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Excellent location, beautiful hotel/setting, room was spacious, staff were amenable, loved the bar and seating downstairs, plenty of parking

Cons:

Breakfast was average (we expected better options and quality)

2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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peter couple gb
9
2026-07-03 via Nuitee
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chris couple us
9
Pros:

Comfy beds and great breakfast

2026-07-01 via Nuitee