Curated luxury hotels near Dove Cottage

When you stay at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa in Windermere, you'll be on a lake, just steps from Lake Windermere and 4 minutes by foot from World of Beatrix Potter. This family-friendly hotel is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Ullswater and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Bowness Pier.

Located in Windermere, 2.7 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Samling Hotel provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 4-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The hotel features a hot tub and a concierge service.

Guest rooms at the hotel include a TV with cable channels, DVD player, and a private bathroom with a bath or shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. All guest rooms in The Samling Hotel are equipped with bathrobes and a CD player.

A Full English/Irish, vegetarian or gluten-free breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Windermere, like skiing and cycling.

Derwentwater is 35 km from The Samling Hotel, while Askham Hall is 39 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 117 km from the property.

With a stay at Briery Wood Country House Hotel in Windermere, you'll be a 1-minute drive from Lake Windermere and 6 minutes from World of Beatrix Potter. This hotel is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) from Ullswater and 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Treetop Trek.

With a stay at Cragwood Country House Hotel in Windermere, you'll be a 1-minute drive from Lake Windermere and 6 minutes from World of Beatrix Potter. This beach hotel is 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from Ullswater and 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Treetop Trek.

With a stay at Queens Head Hotel in Windermere, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Ullswater. This upscale inn is 17.1 mi (27.5 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 15.9 mi (25.5 km) from Coniston Water.

Located in Rosthwaite, 6.9 km from Derwentwater, Hazel Bank Country House Borrowdale Valley provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace. This 5-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge service and free WiFi. The property is allergy-free and is set 10 km from Buttermere.

All units at the hotel are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with cable channels and a private bathroom with free toiletries and a shower. The units in Hazel Bank Country House Borrowdale Valley are equipped with a hairdryer and an iPod docking station.

A Full English/Irish, vegetarian or gluten-free breakfast is available at the property. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving British cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and gluten-free options can also be requested.

Guests at Hazel Bank Country House Borrowdale Valley will be able to enjoy activities in and around Rosthwaite, like hiking.

Askham Hall is 43 km from the hotel, while World of Beatrix Potter is 44 km away. Newcastle International Airport is 138 km from the property.

When you stay at Merewood Country House in Windermere, you'll be in a national park – a 2-minute drive from Lake Windermere and 5 minutes from World of Beatrix Potter. This hotel is 11.6 mi (18.6 km) from Ullswater and 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Treetop Trek.

With a stay at The Coniston Inn - The Inn Collection Group in Coniston, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. This upscale hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from John Ruskin Museum and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Brantwood.

When you stay at The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group in Penrith, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute drive of Ullswater and Lake Windermere. This upscale hotel is 24.8 mi (39.9 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 18.1 mi (29.1 km) from Derwentwater.

Featuring a sauna, Happy Days Lodge - Windermere is situated in Windermere. There is an on-site restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The property is non-smoking and is located 4.5 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

This chalet is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 2 bathrooms equipped with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the chalet. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Guests can relax in the in-house bar, while a minimarket is also available.

Outdoor play equipment is also available at the chalet, while guests can also relax in the garden.

Derwentwater is 33 km from Happy Days Lodge - Windermere, while Muncaster Castle is 38 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 119 km from the property.

With a stay at Red Lion Inn in Ambleside, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This hotel is 5.4 mi (8.7 km) from Coniston Water and 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from Ullswater.

With a stay at The Elleray in Windermere, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of World of Beatrix Potter and Lake Windermere. This upscale inn is 15.1 mi (24.2 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from Ullswater.

Featuring mountain views, Treeside woodhouse offers accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 11 km from Lake Windermere. This property offers access to a terrace, darts, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 32 km from Derwentwater.

This chalet is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a shower. A private entrance leads guests into the chalet, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. The property has an outdoor dining area.

Guests at the chalet will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hawkshead, like cycling and hiking. The chalet has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.

Askham Hall is 40 km from Treeside woodhouse, while Wasdale is 44 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 128 km from the property.

Situated in Windermere in the Cumbria region, Hartland Lodge - White Cross Bay Holiday Park has a balcony. This property offers access to a terrace and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 4.5 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

The spacious chalet is fitted with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Guests can take in the ambience of the surroundings from an outdoor dining area or keep themselves warm by the fireplace on colder days.

Derwentwater is 33 km from the chalet, while Askham Hall is 39 km from the property.

Family friendly, lovely Lakeland lodge with private parking and a patio is set in Hawkshead, 35 km from Derwentwater, 41 km from Askham Hall, and 49 km from Wasdale. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is situated 9 km from Lake Windermere.

The spacious chalet has 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the chalet. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

Guests at the chalet will be able to enjoy activities in and around Hawkshead, like hiking.

Grizedale Forest is 1.3 km from Family friendly, lovely Lakeland lodge with private parking and a patio, while Hill Top is 4.4 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 124 km away.

With a stay at Lakes Hotel and Spa, you'll be centrally located in Windermere, just a 4-minute walk from Lake Windermere and 8 minutes by foot from World of Beatrix Potter. This luxury hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bowness Pier and 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.

When you stay at Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in Windermere, you'll be in the historical district, within a 5-minute drive of Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House and Lake Windermere. This luxury hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Bowness Pier and 3.1 mi (5 km) from Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories.

Located in Windermere, Storrs Hall Hotel is on the waterfront, just a 4-minute walk from Lake Windermere and a 3-minute drive from Bowness Pier. This hotel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from World of Beatrix Potter and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre.

When you stay at Linthwaite House in Windermere, you'll be next to a golf course, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This golf hotel is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Windermere Golf Club and 1 mi (1.5 km) from Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House.

Overlooking picturesque Lake Derwentwater, the four-star Lodore Falls Hotel & Spa is set in forty acres of tranquil land with a waterfall and a lakeshore.

Views across the lakes or mountains feature in many of the rooms at Lodore Falls. Free Wi-Fi is provided, and the elegant rooms also feature tea and coffee facilities.

Mizu Pan Asian Restaurant serves a selection of Japanese, Chinese and Thai-inspired dishes, freshly prepared from the finest ingredients with a Lake District twist.

The Falls Spa offers a thermal suite with twelve different heat experiences, five treatment rooms, an exclusive Champagne bar and an outdoor infinity-edge vitality pool, with neck jets, underwater loungers and stunning views.

Guests staying in a Lodore Suite or Deluxe Spa Suite receive two hours of complimentary access to the spa per day, bookable once your reservation is confirmed.

Guests staying in all other room types can book two hours of access to the spa, subject to availability at an additional cost.

The Falls Brasserie award-winning Lake View Restaurant has a varied menu of local produce and fine cuisine, serving light meals and afternoon teas. The lounge bar offers cocktails, real ales and afternoon tea.

Spa pool will be closed 25th March 2025 until 5th April 2025 while pool cover is fitted.

The hotel is next to a variety of woodland trails, just five miles from Keswick.