Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate offers a mountain retreat with practical comforts. Guests dine at Oak Restaurant, relax by the lobby fireplace, and explore the garden grounds. The estate provides high-speed WiFi and secure bicycle parking for adventure-minded visitors.
Located in Windermere, Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate is in the mountains and in a national park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Treetop Trek and Holehird Gardens are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking. Visit our Windermere travel guide
Holbeck Lane, Windermere, England, LA23 1LU
What's nearby
Lake Windermere
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
19 min walk - 1.7 km
Ambleside Pier
4 min drive - 2.7 km
Treetop Trek
18 min walk - 1.5 km
Townend
3 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Windermere Station
9 min drive
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
144 min drive
Restaurants
Freshers’ Cafe
5 min drive
Wateredge Inn
4 min drive
Rothay Manor Hotel
5 min drive
Waterhead Hotel
3 min drive
The Royal Oak
6 min drive
About this property
Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate
Hotel near Lake Windermere
Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and a fireplace in reception at Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate. The on-site restaurant, Oak Restaurant, serves dinner. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and a bar are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks such as:
Free self-parking
Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and coffee/tea in reception
Outdoor furniture, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer amenities such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site self parking
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 18 for adults and GBP 12 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Coffee and tea in common areas
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Bar/Lounge
Oak Restaurant
Family friendly
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Guidebooks
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Garden
In a national park
In the mountains
Outdoor furniture
Terrace
Accessibility
Area rugs in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Tile flooring in public areas
More
3 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Comprehensive food waste policy
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Fireplace in lobby
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Reusable tableware
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Victorian architecture
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Bathroom
Private bathroom
Slippers
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV
Food and drink
Electric kettle
Meal delivery service
More
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board
LED lighting
Phone
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed on Tuesday and Wednesday:
Restaurant
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 15.0 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 15.0 per day
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: GBP 50 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 18 for adults and from GBP 12 for children
Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 15.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: GBP 15.0 per day
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting
Property is also known as
Holbeck Ghyll Estate
Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate Hotel
Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate Windermere
Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate Hotel Windermere
Frequently asked questions
Is Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate located?
Situated in a national park, this hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Windermere, Treetop Trek and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre. Ambleside Pier and Borrans Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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Reviews
Holbeck Ghyll Country House Estate Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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We had a wonderful stay for a family wedding. The staff were all so friendly and helpful and our room was beautiful. Would definitely stay again and wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
What an amazing, unique property with bags of character, we stayed in the Langdale suite which was ideal as a dog friendly room.
Greg on reception was very helpful and knowledgeable, and a lovely welcome at breakfast from James.
Highly recommended for a quiet escape from busy lives..
What a fabulous hotel … views amazing looking over Windermere , young staff lovely to see all very helpful and knowledgeable and the food was fantastic
Wished we were staying longer rather than an overnight stop on the way back from Scotland
Graham
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Elaine
14 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
weekend stay at Holbeck Ghyll
The hotel is in a beautiful spot overlooking Lake Windermere and very peaceful. The breakfast was very good with a lot of choice and the cooked dishes were well presented.
We had an evening meal which was a bit pricey but good quality food.
We were in a lodge which was comfortable and warm but a few things need attention. The bathroom fan was not working for our entire stay and the washbasin had a huge crack in it.
Hotel changed my room to a lodge due to health reasons as a last minute. Couldnt have been any more greatful. The views and grounds were stunning. The staff where great and attentive. Cleaner added extra coffee and milk for 2nd night which was also a great and tidied the room to a high standard. Room was dated, however this added to the overall experience of peace and tranquilitiy which is what i was looking for.
****Highly recommend this hotel and will be visiting again ***
The staff were friendly and provided an excellent service throughout our visit! The room was immaculate and the food was divine. We would certainly go again.
Exceptional customer service. Staff were very friendly and the hotel room was clean. Breakfast was good.Thank you for a great stay. Will definitely book again for next time.
Lovely 4 night stay. Very welcoming staff, especially Tom. Cleaner was brilliant - spotted our 25th Wedding Anniversary cards (we hadn't mentioned it) and she sorted a bottle of champagne for when we got back to the room (thank you!) View was great, even when raining and grounds are lovely too.
Beautiful location with stunning views of Lake Windermere. The room and bathroom were pristine. The decor was in the arts and crafts style. Restaurant food was very good and there was an excellent choice of fruit and cereals for breakfast along with superbly cooked and flavoursome items. Staff were kind and courteous and the overall service was excellent. Highly recommended. Will certainly come again next time we’re in the late district.
NICHOLAS
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
6/10 Okay
Richard
16 Jul 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness
Holbeck Ghyll is is a lovely location and the main building is very picturesque.
We stayed in one of the lodges which unfortunately was quite tired and in need a of a refresh.
Water marks on the walls, a bit grubby, mould in the bathroom and a shower that did not drain well.
The staff were very nice, the bed was comfortable and there was no noise when we stayed.
Breakfast was okay and included in our stay.
If the hotel was cheaper, we would have over looked all these things. Additionally, we only stayed two nights so did not really have a chance to give the staff any of this feedback directly.
Richard
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
James
30 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Hotel is a fantastic location and looks amazing. Dig a bit deeper and it's a little tired. Our room was really nice, no complaints there, and the bed was really comfortable but the bathroom is very tired and desperately needs updating. There's some black mold, the bath is stained yellow, a badly damaged bath panel and a shower head fitting that was frankly not fit for purpose. Overall we enjoyed our stay, again, can't fault the staff, but there are areas to improve to really push the hotel to another level.
James
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Alexander
2 Mar 2025
This place has a lot of potential as a classic country hotel. Check in wasn’t particularly welcoming and first impressions count. We were shown to our room and it was cold with no lights on. The receptionist who wasn’t friendly was shocked when I commented on that…
Breakfast was slow but we were relaxed and enjoyed the views. Good quality though and plenty of options.
Room 2 was lovely (once the heating and correct lighting had been turned on) with great views. Comfy bed and good linens. Bathroom was tired, with a whirlpool bath which didn’t work.
Probably would return though!
Room needed a good clean, cobwebs everywhere. Card was charged full amount for the room upon check-in, despite the booking being fully prepaid. Hope this was a genuine mistake, rather than a ploy that they hope goes unnoticed.
Matt
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
4/10 Poor
J
17 Dec 2024
There are many hotels in the area that are quieter, less dated, and more comfortable.
J
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
8/10 Good
Pamela
24 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Pleasant Stay
The stay was as expected. The difficulty for me was the flights of stairs up to the bedroom.
Pamela
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Scott
4 Sept 2025
Liked: Room comfort
Scott
I was expecting a room in the main house. We had to walk uphill 300 yards to the lodge. This isn't made clear on your website. Not expected!!! Great view of Windermere though with balcony. Dressing gowns supplied were terrible, frayed and thread bare. New carpet needed. Not great value for money 😕