Beautiful historic Lake District retreat

Macdonald Leeming House, Watermillock, Cumbria

Time-limited

8.6

Excellent

906 reviews

Property details

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Excellent Lake Hotel

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Excellent Luxury Hotel

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Excellent Romantic Hotel

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A glorious 19th-century country pile with a restaurant in the heart of the Lake District – includes breakfast, and dinner options
  • Scenic surrounds: There's a high focus on finery at Macdonald Leeming House, a gracious 19th-century country manor in Ullswater – the lesser-known Lake District gem that’s most celebrated for its year-round Steamer cruises, prestigious yacht club, outdoorsy pursuits, and all-out scenic splendour. Nestled among 22 acres of landscaped gardens and woodlands on the shores of Lake Ullswater, the hotel's chic set-up is made to impress.

  • A luxurious stay: It’s not just about the vintage-luxe design - the hotel is also home to a tempting restaurant, lovely lounges for light bites and afternoon teas, and an excellent staff service – all making for a most inviting country escape.

  • Sister spa: While there is no on-site spa, guests may use the pool, spa and gym at the property’s nearby sister hotel – Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa – on Lake Windermere, where you'll find soothing facilities and plenty of indulgent treatments on offer.

How to get there

Macdonald Leeming House is just a half-hour journey from Penrith Station. Those travelling by car will find the hotel just off the A592.

Good to know

Please note that spa treatments at Macdonald Old England Hotel & Spa will incur an additional fee.

Entry requirements


The passport, visa and health requirements at the time of booking can be viewed on the Foreign and Commonwealth Office website for UK citizens, and on the Department of Foreign Affairs website for IE citizens. It is your responsibility to ensure that you and all members of your party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents, and in compliance with any other immigration/entry requirements before you travel, including whether your passport must be machine readable or which visas/waivers may be required for entry, such as ESTA for USA travel and/or ETIAS for EU travel. Please also be sure to check the validity of your passport and allow up to 10 weeks for passport renewals.

Facilities

  • parking

    Parking

  • wi-fi

    Wi-Fi

  • bar

    Bar

  • restaurant

    Restaurant

  • reception

    Reception

  • pets

    Pet friendly

  • terrace

    Terrace

  • room service

    Room service

  • general

    Garden

  • general

    Cash free

  • general

    Lounge

  • general

    Meeting rooms

Some facilities may require reservations and are subject to availability. Additional charges may apply.

This property is generally suitable for those with reduced mobility. Please enquire through our contact us page if you have any questions on the accessibility of this property for persons with reduced mobility.

Location and what's nearby

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Watermillock, Ullswater, near Penrith, Cumbria, Ullswater, CA11 0JJ

Within mooching distance of the shores of Ullswater, the setting couldn’t be more on-point for outdoorsy types. Must-dos include cruising on one of the famous Ullswater Steamers, visiting the spectacular Aira Force waterfall, taking off-road cycle rides, and getting stuck into rock climbing, quad biking, fell walking, and birdwatching. Further afield, the market town of Penrith is well worth a visit, with its King Arthur’s Round Table earthwork and Penrith Castle ruins.