Armathwaite Hall Hotel, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria

Armathwaite Hall Hotel, Bassenthwaite - Hotel Description

This stunning 4-star luxury hotel has a magnificent setting in the secluded splendour of 400 acres of deer park and woodland, bordered by the natural beauty of Bassenthwaite Lake.

Framed by the dramatic scenery of Skiddaw mountain and the spectacular backdrop of the Lake District's fells, the hotel is as romantic as the surrounding countryside. Privately owned by the resident Graves family, this 4-star country house hotel was one of England's original stately homes and was described by the famous novelist Sir Hugh Walpole as "a house of perfect and irresistible charm." Today, the hotel offers charming, elegant luxury accommodation, with a quality of life and traditional old world hospitality all too rare in the modern world.

Most of the hotel's 43 en suite rooms, from the garden wing to the unique Hartley Tower Suite with its private roof terrace, look out onto parkland, the immaculately kept grounds or the lake.

The hotel has a brand new holistic beauty salon with a team of qualified beauty therapists offering treatments from the Confort Zone range.

8/10 Overall rating

Armathwaite Hall Hotel, Bassenthwaite - Guest Services

• Activities: Spa & Wellness Centre, Tennis Court, Hiking, Fishing, Table Tennis, Massage, Fitness Centre, Jacuzzi, Indoor Swimming Pool, Cycling, Golf Course (within 3 km), Billiards, Sauna.
• General: 24-Hour Front Desk, Elevator, Heating, Bar, Garden, Pets Allowed, Restaurant, Luggage Storage, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Gay Friendly, Parking, Newspapers, Shops in Hotel, Free Parking.
• Services: Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included, Dry Cleaning, Breakfast in the Room, Packed Lunches, Wi-Fi/Wireless LAN, Bicycle Rental, Babysitting/Child Services, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Internet Services, Shoe Shine, Fax/Photocopying, Business Centre, Room Service.

Armathwaite Hall Hotel, Bassenthwaite - Restaurants and Bars

Connoisseurs of fine cuisine will find much to appreciate at Armathwaite Hall. Master chef Kevin Dowling takes full advantage of a wealth of fresh local seasonal produce, as well as traditional Cumbrian specialities, to create a variety of gastronomic delights. His dishes draw inspiration from both traditional English fare and classical French cuisine, refining them both to reflect today's lighter, healthier lifestyle. The restaurant has been accredited with one AA Rosette. The thoughtful and knowledgeable selection of wines over many years has given Armathwaite Hall a cellar of distinction. The carefully chosen wines are sure to please the most discerning of palettes and provide the perfect compliment to chefs' culinary creations. Please note that the restaurant is non-smoking and that smart attire is required in the evening. Jeans, trainers and T-shirts are not permitted.

Armathwaite Hall Hotel, Bassenthwaite - Hotel Policies

Important! Policies may vary from these depending on your room, date & rate selection. Please check the room information when booking.

Cards accepted at the hotel:
• Visa,  Maestro,  American Express,  MasterCard,  Diner's Club
• Deposit: No deposit will be charged.
• Internet: Wireless internet is available in public areas and is free of charge.
• Pets: Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
• Parking: Free public parking is possible on site.
• Extra Charges: 15 % VAT is included. Service charge is not applicable. City/tourist tax is not applicable.
• Children and extra beds: All children are welcome. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. Maximum capacity of babycots in a room is 1. Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.
• Cancellations: If cancelled up to 2 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged. If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the total price of the reservation will be charged.

Armathwaite Hall Hotel, Bassenthwaite - Important Information

Please note that smart attire is requested whilst dining in the restaurant. Jeans, t-shirts and trainers are not permitted.

Armathwaite Hall Hotel, Bassenthwaite - Directions

By Air (Commercial Airline): The hotel is approximately 90 miles (150 km) from Newcastle Airport and 120 miles (200 km) from Manchester Airport. The best way to continue your journey to the hotel is by hire car or commercial shuttle service. By Air (Private Aircraft): The hotel is approximately 25 miles (40 km) from Carlisle Airport. The best way to continue your journey to the hotel is by hire car or taxi. There is a helipad in the hotel grounds for those travelling by helicopter. By Rail: The hotel is approximately 20 miles (33 km) from Carlisle train station. Taxis are readily available from just outside the station. By Car (from the M6 motorway): - Take the M6 motorway to Penrith. - Leave the motorway at junction 40, taking the A66 to the Crossthwaite roundabout at Keswick. - At the roundabout, take the A591, following the signs towards Carlisle. - Continue straight on for 8 miles to the Castle Inn junction, and then turn left at the junction. - Armathwaite Hall Hotel is approximately 300 metres further on, down this road.

*Directions included in email booking confirmation