5 luxury retreats in the Lake District
UK holiday destination with spectacular scenery and beautiful lakes and fells to enjoy. There are numerous things to do such as a lakeside walk around Derwent Water, a serious hike taking in Helvellyn, Skiddaw or Cats Bells, or perhaps a romantic boat trip along Lake Windermere or Ullswater. The key to a good holiday in the Lakes is choosing the right place to stay and what better than to indulge yourself and book into a luxury Lakeland retreat. Here are five great places to choose from:
Kaber Chapel Luxury Cottage located in east Cumbria in the beautiful Eden Valley, Kaber Chapel offers unparalleled luxury together with a totally unique holiday experience. Built in 1892, it has now undergone a no expenses spared conversion to provide luxury accommodation for large groups and/or families with 2 reception rooms and 5 individually themed bedrooms, 5 luxury wet rooms, an indoor sauna, an indoor hot tub and under floor heating throughout. If that is not enough Kaber Chapel is also equipped with Scandinavian Lavvu tent indoor grill, with seating for 12 persons on reindeer skin covered benches it is very social, great fun and a unique experience.
Windermere Suites the eight individual boutique suites have been designed with complete luxury in mind, and each of the private suites have been furnished to deliver total comfort and deliver beyond wildest expectations. Windermere Suites are the perfect Lake District location for romantic breaks, honeymoons, anniversary celebrations or simply indulging in sheer luxury, combined with peace and tranquillity and Lake Windermere and the fells right on the doorstep.
Broadoaks Luxury Boutique Country House Hotel located in the beautiful Troutbeck Valley close to Windermere, this traditional hotel has been fully refurbished to offer unashamed boutique luxury, but still retaining the traditional feel of this long established country house hotel. Set in seven acres of fantastic private grounds, the hotel offers fifteen bespoke luxurious bedrooms each with a whirlpool bath. It is an ideal location for a romantic break with an unrivalled 5 star service throughout your stay.
Hardcragg Hall located in Cartmel in the Southern Lakes, this 16th Century grade II listed historic building is a large luxurious self catering property ideal for large parties, with 7 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms offering luxury Egyptian bed linen and soft fluffy crisp white towels. Also on offer are 5 very spacious reception rooms with a four TVs including a 42 LCD and 3 music centres, plus a snooker room c/w with a bar. The stunning farmhouse kitchen includes a huge 4 oven Aga and a gas hob/double oven, dishwasher, washing m/c, tumble drier and fridge/freezer. The extensive gardens and patio offer views over picturesque Morecambe Bay.
High View Meadows located in Kirkby Lonsdale in east Cumbria, High View Meadows is a spacious, luxury penthouse style holiday apartment built, decorated and equipped to exacting and luxurious standards based on only the best will do. This stunning luxury apartment sleeps up to 6 persons in 3 bedrooms and offers stunning 270 degree views over the nearby and beautiful Lune valley and free guest access to the nearby leisure club with a heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room & Jacuzzi.
The above are just a small selection of the truly stunning accommodation available in this wonderful region of England. I hope it has tempted you to want to find out more and come for a holiday.
John Shimeld is Managing Director at Stayin the Lake District.
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Just want to say what a pleasure to read, with some fantastic references to luxury retreats in the Lake District with so much information on each listing. Thank a lot.