Cragwood Country House Hotel - Windermere

Country house hotel on Lake Windermere's private lakeshore with two AA Rosettes

Amenities & Grounds

Cragwood Country House Hotel sits on 20 acres of landscaped gardens with a private lakeshore on Lake Windermere. Guests have access to a private jetty where lake cruises can be booked, and the grounds include a picnic area, sun terrace, and outdoor furniture. The hotel also offers a business center, meeting/banquet facilities, and free on-site parking.

Rooms

Rooms at Cragwood Hotel include four-poster beds and lake view options, with some ground-floor rooms offering direct outside access. Bathrooms feature a bath or shower with complimentary toiletries, and each room has a flat-screen TV, telephone, and tea and coffee facilities. The hotel also provides dog-friendly rooms with a welcome pack for pets.

Dining

The restaurant at Cragwood House holds two AA Rosettes for culinary excellence, with a menu that showcases regional produce such as Cumberland sausage, locally caught trout, and Cumbrian cheeses. Guests can choose from an extensive menu in the restaurant or opt for bar meals served in the lounge area. A cream tea with Prosecco is available as part of select packages.

Location & Attractions

Cragwood Country House is a 5-minute drive from the center of Windermere, with nearby attractions including the Lakes Aquarium at Newby Bridge, Windermere Steamboat Museum, and the World of Beatrix Potter. The hotel is set within the Lake District National Park, with hiking trails and lake cruises accessible from the private jetty. Free parking and easy road access make it a convenient base for exploring the southern lakes.

Weddings & Events

Cragwood offers wedding packages with customizable options, including ceremonies in the gardens or by the lake with a cruise from the private jetty. The hotel can accommodate both intimate and larger weddings, with the Nixon Lounge available for private dining. The wedding coordinator assists with planning, and the grounds offer a picturesque backdrop for photographs.

• Location: Lake Windermere private lakeshore, 5 min from Windermere village
• Rooms: Four-poster beds, lake view rooms, dog-friendly ground-floor options
• Dining: Two AA Rosettes restaurant with locally sourced Lake District produce
• Pet-Friendly: Dog welcome pack, pet bowls, and designated dog-friendly rooms
• Weddings: Customizable packages with lake cruise from private jetty
• Grounds: 20 acres of landscaped gardens with picnic area and sun terrace