The Best North West England Luxury Bed & Breakfasts

recommended four or five star, and other luxury B&Bs and guest houses


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Rickerby Grange

Portinscale

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smart and updated in a contemporary style, a 1920s house set in a peaceful village with elegant, well-appointed guest rooms

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set at the foot of infamous Pendle Hill in a quiet village, this country pub has been updated and offers traditional, cosy rooms and hearty food

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this former coaching inn sits just outside of Blackburn with access to the countryside of the Ribble Valley; rooms are smart and comfortable

The Fenwick

Claughton

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located in the Forest of Bowland, this characterful inn has gorgeous contemporary rooms and fine dining with a seafood and steak emphasis

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set in a quiet hamlet on the Solway Coast and well placed as a relaxing base to discover the Scottish Borders, Gretna Green and the Lakes

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a period farmhouse and barn conversion, peacefully set on the edge of the village, with well-equipped rooms in a contemporary, rustic style

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a welcoming inn overlooking the natural landscape of the Dee estuary, it offers well-appointed rooms, an open fire in the bar and a heated patio

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overlooking the Peak District, a cosy, traditional inn with wood burning stove for the winter and 'al fresco' dining in the warmer months

Brathay Lodge

Ambleside

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some of the comfortable rooms at this Victorian guest house have views over Wansfell and Loughrigg and it is easily located for the village

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an inviting, friendly guest house in a peaceful spot, close to Oxenholme Station and a country pub affording guests high quality accommodation

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close to motorway links, this smart accommodation provides light and airy, comfortable rooms, each equipped with a fridge for guests' use

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a modernised Georgian farmhouse set on the Main Street of the village near to the station, shops and pubs, the beach is 10 minutes walk away

Lacet House

Ambleside

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within a 5 minute stroll of this comfortable, well-appointed guest house is the bustling village centre with its shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants

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enjoy the cosy traditonal atmosphere in this Yorkshire Dales inn, offering French-inspired dining and the comfort of tastefully refurbished rooms

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welcoming inn, set in a pretty village on the Forest of Bowland's fringes, offering beautifully presented rooms, honest food and real ales

Rosegarth

Ravenglass

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Victorian dwelling that retains period features set overlooking the estuary in a pretty village, homely and inviting rooms are offered

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most of the contemporary rooms offer hillside or lake views at this stylish accommodation that is ideally located for exploring Ullswater

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in a perfect location for exploring The Lakes, this elegant, restful B&B overlooks the waters of Grasmere where the owners have fishing rights

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comfortable, immaculately presented guest rooms, a well-tended garden and a relaxing lounge with a bar feature at this family-run guest house

The Bear's Paw

Warmingham

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escape to the countryside at this updated, 19th-century, red-brick inn, stay in spacious, boutique rooms and enjoy award-winning cuisine

The Dog Inn

Over Peover

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village pub dating back to 1860, featuring beautifully presented guest rooms, ideally located to discover the scenic Cheshire countryside

The Swan Inn

Wybunbury

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set close to the Wybunbury Moss National Nature Reserve, a comfortable, traditional inn with an English country pub atmosphere

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an early 17th century inn where character features blend pleasingly with 21st century comforts including stylish rooms and award-winning food

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stay in elegantly furnished rooms and enjoy the convenience of the central location along with the tempting treats on sale in their bakery

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a cosy inn where hearty food, real ales and open fires are the order of the day situated a short drive from Beatrix Potter's home, Hill Top Farm

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comfortable, individually designed rooms, a hearty breakfast featuring local produce and an inviting lounge bar are offered here

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serving the community of Walshaw since 1860 when the pub was first licensed, today guest are offered comfortable, well-presented rooms

Yewdale Inn

Coniston

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built of local stone in 1896 and once a bank, today it is a thriving pub in the village centre with homely rooms, a cafe bistro and convivial bar

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this attractive stone country farmhouse has been praised for its warm welcome, and offers high quality rooms and a convivial bar and lounge

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comfortable, well-presented rooms, many with sea views, are offered at this seafront guest house that is ideal for a base from which to explore

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stylish rooms decorated in a contemporary fashion are afforded to guests at this attractively refurbished inn that is at the heart of the community

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guests can enjoy a tour of the brewery attached to this attractive, ivy-clad inn, nestling between the Lakes towns of Windermere and Kendal

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this former coaching inn stands proudly in the centre of the bustling village and features modern rooms and an open-plan lounge bar

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serving locals and travellers since the 14th century, today's guests will find stylish rooms that retain original character and good food and drink

The Sun Inn

Hawkshead

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there are plenty of characterful features still on display at this charming 17th century inn including oak beams, stone floors and wood panelling

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in the heart of the famous Lakeland village, this elegant hotel, with its sumptuous furnishings, makes an ideal base for exploring the area

The Sun Inn

Troutbeck Bridge

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nicely appointed, spacious rooms in a popular inn, ideally located for visiting Ambleside, Windermere and the World of Beatrix Potter

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a period property set in 3 acres of mature gardens offering traditional charm, individually designed rooms and a popular restaurant and bar

The Inn

Brough

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an 18th-century former coaching inn that has undergone an extensive transformation and today offers stylish rooms and good food and drink

The Kings Arms

Temple Sowerby

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a 400 year old former coaching inn set in a pleasant village sandwiched between the North Pennines, Lake District and Yorkshire Dales

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small, family-run hotel with updated, modern features yet retaining plenty of its original character, guest rooms are elegant and spacious

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in a quiet setting, yet with easy access to Chester and Liverpool via the M53 or by train from Hooton Station, 10 minutes away on foot

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set in an acre of garden in an idyllic, Eden Valley village, this welcoming, well-appointed hotel is ideal as an exploring base

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