StayScore
92/100
Windermere
Merewood Country House Hotel
StayScore
92
/100
Confidence: High
Merewood Country House Hotel, Windermere, LA23 1LH, United Kingdom
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Merewood Country House Hotel is an early‑19th‑century country house perched above Lake Windermere in Windermere, set within about twenty acres of landscaped gardens and woodland. The 20‑room hotel retains original features such as a panelled hall and a restored reception, and offers lake‑view room categories including four‑poster and Ultimate Lake View options. On‑site facilities include two restaurants, an Edwardian conservatory bar with a terrace, a library and a silk‑walled drawing room; wedding/function suites are available.
StayScore Analysis
Why this hotel scores 92/100
Merewood Country House Hotel in Windermere suits travellers seeking a classic Lake District country‑house stay with scenic lake views and established character. Perched above Lake Windermere within around twenty acres of gardens and woodland, it appeals most to guests who prioritise historic charm, formal public rooms and a sit‑back, romantic pace over sleek modern design. The hotel works well as a base for leisurely lake trips, walking on nearby fells and relaxed celebratory stays, while feeling more intimate and traditional than a large resort.
Amenities
What this hotel offers
Free parkingFamily roomsFree WiFiRestaurantFacilities for disabled guestsNon-smoking roomsRoom serviceTea/coffee maker in all roomsBarGood breakfast
Highlights
- ✓ Early‑19th‑century country house with original period character
- ✓ Perched above Lake Windermere with extensive gardens and strong views
- ✓ Intimate, characterful choice for couples, walkers and celebratory stays
Things to know
- • Twenty‑room scale means a more intimate, less anonymous house rather than a large modern hotel
- • Rural hilltop setting can require transport to reach nearby villages, attractions and train links
Hotel surroundings
What's nearby
Nearby
- 1.Zip World Windermere 400 yd
- 2.Brockhole on Windermere 550 yd
- 3.Jenkyn's Crag 1.1 mi
- 4.Townend 1.1 mi
Top attractions
- 1.Borrans Park 1.7 mi
- 2.Galava Roman Fort 1.8 mi
- 3.From Auschwitz to Ambleside 2.3 mi
- 4.The Armitt Museum & Library 2.3 mi
- 5.The Fort 4.6 mi
Transport
- 1.Bus · Low Wood Hotel 1,050 yd
- 2.Bus · Troutbeck Bridge 1 mi
- 3.Train · Windermere Station 2.2 mi
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Scores verified 17 Aug 2026