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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enjoy the peace and quiet and the luxurious accommodation of this welcoming B&B set in a 3 acre garden set below Loughrigg Fell

Lowthwaite B&B

Matterdale

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in a scenic valley close to Ullswater, this 17th century farmhouse has been stylishly renovated; the country breakfasts are highly praised

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set in a unique and unspoilt location at the foot of the Catbell Hills, all of the comfortable guest rooms enjoy stunning views of the fells

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contemporary styling abounds at this beautifully appointed B&B, in a peaceful spot within easy reach of Wast Water and Scafell Pike

The Pheasant Inn

Higher Burwardsley

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tucked away in a peaceful corner of Cheshire, this 300 year-old inn sits in an elevated spot with scenic views across the Cheshire Plains

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a beautiful traditional Lakeland country house dating back to 1680 and retaining many character features set in a quiet, well-tended garden

Maple Bank

Braithwaite

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an Edwardian residence nestled in an acre of gardens and enjoying views towards Skiddaw; stay in cosy, comfy rooms, some with fell views

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a much-praised Edwardian B&B, in an elevated position affording fine views of nearby Derwentwater, has spacious rooms, smartly decorated

Highside Farm

Bassenthwaite

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Grade I listed farmhouse dating back to 1668 that retains many original character features, the working farm is home to sheep and cattle

The Mount B&B

Portinscale

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this attractive period house in pretty gardens is highly rated by former guests for its well-appointed rooms and scenic views of Derwentwater

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offers tastefully furnished guest rooms, a lounge with log burner, a hearty breakfast prepared using local produce and a peaceful setting

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a unique hotel, in a unique location, at the heart of a 100 square mile wilderness nature reserve yet with all the comforts that are expected

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charcter Arts and Crafts style house retaining original features set peacefully just a stone's throw from Bassenthwaite Lake

The Garsdale B&B

Garsdale Head

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get away from it all at this warm and comfortable luxury guest house set amidst a wild and rugged landscape on the A684 5 miles from Hawes

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a delightful Edwardian house nestled in 2 acres of mature grounds at the heart of Borrowdale and affords guests a slice of peaceful, country life

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affording fine views across Derwentwater and the hills beyond, this elegantly furnished B&B sits just a mile from the town centre

Link House

Bassenthwaite Lake

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a late Victorian property with high ceilings and spacious rooms, many have scenic views, just a few minutes walk from the shores of the lake

Slack Cottage

High Wray

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a classic Lakeland cottage in a secluded spot close to Lake Windermere, furnished with many antiques and offering cosy guest rooms

Wayside

Whitbeck

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a beautifully renovated 17th century barn in the Westen Lakes with spacious, characterful rooms, home cooking and a unique Whisky Barn

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with good access to local sporting facilities, including an on site tennis court, this welcoming guest house offers comfortable accommodation

Craigwell

Morecambe

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many of the spacious rooms enjoy views across Morecambe Bay to the fells of the Lake District at this welcoming and friendly guest house

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in a quiet location just outside Troutbeck, with fell views, lies a splendid converted farmhouse with welcoming hosts and cosy rooms

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

Three Shires Inn

Little Langdale

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a charming Lakeland inn offering homely comforts, good home-cooked food and a peaceful location with a magnificent outlook over the fells

Belle Green

Near Sawrey

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in the charming village of Near Sawrey close to Beatrix Potter's former home Hill Top; stay in restful rooms that are beautifully presented

The Mill

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a charming canal-side tavern in a converted mill featuring contemporary, well-appointed rooms and serving locally sourced food

Crookabeck B&B

Patterdale

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well appointed accommodation set off the beaten track on a small Patterdale farm that is also home to Herdwick Sheep and Angora Goats

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enjoy a warm, Cumbrian welcome from the delightful owner of this cosy, spotlessly presented B&B, highly praised by previous guests

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quietly located on the edge of the village with uninterrupted views over Langdale and Elterwater, many of the rooms have the same vista

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17th century, former coaching inn set amidst spectacular scenery at the foot of Helvellyn offering well-appointed rooms many with scenic views

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enjoys a peaceful setting just outside the village and glorious scenic views of the surrounding fells, many of the rooms have the same vistas

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traditional, friendly inn perched on the shore overlooking the Leven Estuary, it has well-appointed rooms, some with scenic estuary views

Ravenstone Lodge

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a privately owned hotel set in glorious countryside on the A591 beneath Skiddaw's lofty peak, bright, airy and well-appointed rooms are offered

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enjoy a meal in front of a cosy fire in winter or on the terrace with fells views in summer or a relaxng pamper treatment after a long fells hike

Wateredge Inn

Ambleside

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a warm and cosy inn, sitting on the shores of Lake Windermere, just metres from the steamer pier, many of the rooms feature lake views

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this elegant Lakeland retreat offers boutique-style rooms, some with whirlpool bath or 4-posted beds and sits in 7 acres of peaceful gardens

Ghyll Farm

Ennerdale Bridge

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set down a private single-track with grazing sheep and farmland as the only neighbours, offers stylish rooms set in a barn conversion

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a tranquil retreat residing along the shores of Thirlmere with Helvellyn rising majestically behind, guests maybe lucky to spot a host of wildlife

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