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Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere, England's longest and most beautiful lake, you will find Cragwood Country House Hotel, a superb dog-friendly destination in the heart of the Lake District. Built-in 1910 as a private home, Cragwood is set within its own secluded twenty-acre estate of stunning, landscaped gardens and woodland - an absolute playground for dogs! The property still retains many of its original decorative arts and crafts features, including an oak-panelled hall and lounge. Rest your head in one of the charming individually designed bedrooms and enjoy the lake views. From the comfy beds and crisp linen to the deep baths, aromatic toiletries and fluffy towels, all bedrooms have been designed with no-one else but you in mind. The stunning backdrop of Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells make the 2 AA Rosette-awarded Cragwood Restaurant the perfect place to enjoy a fine dining experience. You can dine with your pooch in the cosy bar or lounge area by special arrangement, and there is an abundance of pet-friendly pubs nearby if you fancy venturing out for food. With Lake Windermere on your doorstep, it's hard to resist a relaxing Lake District break at Cragwood with your canine companion. Take a dog-friendly cruise along Windermere, England's longest lake, provided by Windermere Lake Cruises and enjoy the fabulous views. The hotel also provides maps for Wansfell and Troutbeck walks for further exploring with your trusty hound.
Highlights
- Private jetty on the banks of Lake Windermere
- 2 AA Rosette Restaurant
- Ideal base to explore the Lake District
Pooch perks
- Surrounded by 20 acres of gardens
- Direct access to Lake Windermere
- Dine with your dog in the lounge areas
Bow Wow Factor
Has to be the direct access down to Lake Windermere - perfect for cooling off in the summer by splashing about on the shore!
All rooms are pet-friendly and individually styled, full of charm and character, with many offering spectacular lake views. Each room is equipped with a modern ensuite bathroom, aromatic toiletries and all of the modern comforts you'll need to ensure a great night's sleep. After a gentle lakeside stroll or a day exploring all the Lake District has to offer, head back to the sanctuary of your room and have a soothing hot bath for a moment of relaxation.
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Dine with Your Dog
Awarded 2 AA Rosettes, the restaurant is the perfect setting for two and offers the ultimate gourmet experience! Under the creative and experienced direction of head Chef, Calvin Harrison, the menu offers seasonal dishes, prepared with the finest locally sourced ingredients. Whether you're wanting to enjoy a fine dining experience or simply fancy unwinding in a comfy chair with a coffee and light bite, there is something to suit all tastes. Guests may dine in bar or lounges with their four-legged friends by special arrangement or alternatively, your pooch may relax in your room whilst you dine in the restaurant. If you fancy venturing out for food, we recommend Wateredge Inn, Ambleside or Angel Inn where four-legged friends are welcome!
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Cragwood Country House Reviews
- 168 reviews
- Member since 2016
Cumbria, LA23 1LQ
Outstanding food
Really nice place and location and the food was outstanding , service was excellent and quick and staff were very friendly and accommodating, only issue was the people in the room below us brought their dog which spend most of the night barking and crying so awake most of the night and tired the next morning but other than that a lovely place
Pure luxury
We had a wonderful stay at the cragwood hotel. We had a voucher as a wedding gift and used it for a 2 night stay. We had a bottle of prosecco in our room, and delicious 3 course dinners. The staff were so incredibly helpful, the grounds were beautifully kept, and location was perfect to explore the lakes.
We brought our 13 month old puppy too who loved the hotel, and grounds.
We would highly recommend
A delightful return to the Lakes
My wife and I don't often stay in hotels; when we do, it's quite a treat. Earlier this year I was looking for something special for our 30th wedding anniversary, and happened on Cragwood through Offpeak Luxury Hotels. It looked just the ticket and we were not disappointed. We spent five nights there soon after the end of school holidays, when crowds had subsided a bit. The setting is fabulous: a pre-supper drink on the terrace as the sun goes down became our regular treat after each day out in the Lakes. It would be hard to find a better view; the gardens are lovely, and well maintained, and the quiet is magical. In the main the hotel is tastefully and elegantly furnished. Dinner in the restaurant each night was quite superb at every level. The staff are uniformly helpful and accommodating and give the impression that Cragwood is a happy place to work at. Because we were on a bargain rate we weren't eligible for a room with a lake view: but that's fair enough. The only thing that spoilt our time - and it only did so a little - was one rather noisy mid-week wedding party: their exuberance didn't really suit the blissfully peaceful environment. But weddings are an important source of revenue for the hotel; numbers are limited to 20 during the week and other wedding parties were more restrained. We have the happiest memories of our stay there and don't think we could have found anywhere we would have enjoyed more.
Map & Directions
Address
Windermere
Cumbria
LA23 1LQ
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Location & Local Attractions
In this stunning lakeside location, surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens and woodlands, the walking opportunities are endless! Super dog-friendly, Windermere provides dog-friendly Lake Cruises for an afternoon of fun with your furry friend. Visit the Lakeland Motor Museum with your four-legged friend or take a trip to Brockhole on Windermere where well-behaved pooches are welcome in the gardens, grounds, shop, exhibition area and cafes! The hotel also provides maps for Wansfell and Troutbeck walks for further exploring with your trusty hound.
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