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  1. Quirky accommodation in the Lake District, Cumbria. Fancy staying somewhere different? Try these suggestions of great and different places to stay.
    Something A Bit Different

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Fancy staying somewhere a bit different?

From boathouses and treehouses, old churches and stables, secluded log cabins in the woods to shepherds’ huts on a fell...there’s no shortage of quirky places to lay your head in the Lake District, Cumbria. The range of choice is both impressive and surprising – whether you fancy a night in a Romany gypsy caravan or living like a 13th-century lord in a Norman castle. And if none of those appeal, you can always crash out in a 1970s-era VW van, man.
 

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Garden Suite at The Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in Windermere, Lake District
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

England's Small Hotel of the Year, family owned and run since 1988, is a member of Relais &…

Maid of Kent Double bedroom at Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Lake District
Self Catering Camping Coaches at Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

If you fancy staying somewhere different and fancy the thought of staying in a fabulously restored…

Askham Hall
Askham Hall

A stunning grade I listed Pele Tower dating back to the 13th century, Askham Hall has been…

Exterior and outdoor seating at Retro Caravan in Manesty, Lake District
Retro Caravan at Manesty

Retro caravan in great condition with two bedrooms sleeping 4. Elevated sheltered position tucked…

Exterior at Blencowe Hall near Greystoke, Cumbria
Blencowe Hall

Blencowe Hall accommodates 24 guests in 12 double bedrooms, 10 ensuite and 2 on the ground floor.…

Augill Castle
Augill Castle

A neo-Gothic Victorian fantasy, romantic, quirky, laid back and utterly beguiling. The ultimate…

Interior and Bedroom of the Treehouse in the Oak Trees at Another Place, The Lake in Ullswater, Lake District
The Treehouse at Another Place, The Lake

Hidden with a seculded spot within the hotel grounds and connected by glazed walkways, a large…

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  • 2Self Catering Camping Coaches at Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
  • 3Askham Hall
  • 4Retro Caravan at Manesty
  • 5Blencowe Hall
  • 6Augill Castle
  • 7The Treehouse at Another Place, The Lake
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  1. Garden Suite at The Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in Windermere, Lake District
    Garden Suite at The Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in Windermere, Lake District
    Lounge and Bed Areas in the Spa Lodge at The Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in Windermere, Lake District
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    Lounge and Bed Areas in the Spa Lodge at The Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in Windermere, Lake District
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    Lounge and Bed Areas in the Spa Lodge at The Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in Windermere, Lake District
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    Champagne Bar Seating at The Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in Windermere, Lake District
    Exterior of the Spa Lodges at The Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in Windermere, Lake District
    Lounge and Fireplace at The Gilpin Hotel & Lake House in Windermere, Lake District
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    Gilpin Hotel & Lake House

    Address

    Crook Road, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3NE

    Telephone

    015394 88818

    hotel@thegilpin.co.uk

    Price

    Total Stay Price From £245.00 to £655.00 per room per night

    Windermere

    5 Visit England Stars 5 AA Red Stars 5 AA Red Stars 5 AA Red Stars 5 AA Red Stars 5 AA Red Stars 5 AA Red Stars HotelThe AA considers this property is amongst the very best in the UK Inspector's Choice

    England's Small Hotel of the Year, family owned and run since 1988, is a member of Relais & Chateaux. There are no weddings, conferences or children under 7 to disturb the peace, just warm smiles and unpretentious service.

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    Total Stay Price From £245.00 to £655.00 per room per night

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  2. Maid of Kent Double bedroom at Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Lake District
    Maid of Kent Double bedroom at Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway, Lake District
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    Self Catering Camping Coaches at Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

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    Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW

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    01229 717171

    steam@ravenglass-railway.co.uk

    Cumbria

    If you fancy staying somewhere different and fancy the thought of staying in a fabulously restored luxury Pullman railway coach, then this is for you.

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  3. Askham Hall
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    Askham Hall

    Address

    Askham, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 2PF

    Telephone

    01931 712350

    enquiries@askhamhall.co.uk

    Penrith

    5 AA Gold Stars 5 AA Gold Stars 5 AA Gold Stars 5 AA Gold Stars 5 AA Gold Stars 5 AA Gold Stars Guest AccommodationThe AA indicate that this guest accommodation is amongst this star rating's top 10% in terms of quality Gold Star Award

    A stunning grade I listed Pele Tower dating back to the 13th century, Askham Hall has been transformed from a stately family abode into a unique & contemporary stylish retreat. A luxurious, intimate, unpretentious home from home awaits.

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  4. Exterior and outdoor seating at Retro Caravan in Manesty, Lake District
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    Retro Caravan at Manesty

    Address

    Youdale Knot, Manesty, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UG

    Telephone

    017687 77216

    cottages@manesty.co.uk

    Price

    Total Stay Price From £292.00 to £441.00 per unit per week

    Keswick

    Retro caravan in great condition with two bedrooms sleeping 4. Elevated sheltered position tucked at the foot of our small wooded fell side, home to our resident pair of tawny owls, red squirrels and wood peckers.

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    Total Stay Price From £292.00 to £441.00 per unit per week

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  5. Exterior at Blencowe Hall near Greystoke, Cumbria
    Exterior at Blencowe Hall near Greystoke, Cumbria
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    Blencowe Hall

    Address

    Blencowe, Near Greystoke, Cumbria, CA11 0DF

    Telephone

    07968 258234

    info@therowleyestates.com

    Price

    Total Stay Price From £5,399.00 to £9,204.00 per unit per week

    Near Greystoke

    5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars 5 Visit England Stars Self-catering

    Blencowe Hall accommodates 24 guests in 12 double bedrooms, 10 ensuite and 2 on the ground floor. It boasts superb views, has 2 log burning stoves, a 4 oven Aga, beautiful gardens, Weber BBQ's and private parking. Families and dogs welcome.

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    Total Stay Price From £5,399.00 to £9,204.00 per unit per week

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  6. Augill Castle
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    Augill Castle
    Augill Castle
    Augill Castle
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    Augill Castle
    Augill Castle
    Augill Castle
    Augill Castle
    Augill Castle
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    Augill Castle

    Address

    Brough, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4DE

    Telephone

    01768 341937

    enquiries@stayinacastle.com

    Price

    Total Stay Price From £50.00 per person per night to £280.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast

    Kirkby Stephen

    A neo-Gothic Victorian fantasy, romantic, quirky, laid back and utterly beguiling. The ultimate escape. Truly family friendly. Anything goes at Augill except false formality. Winner of B&B of The Year 2008 - Cumbria Tourism.

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    Price

    Total Stay Price From £50.00 per person per night to £280.00 per room per night for bed & breakfast

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  7. Interior and Bedroom of the Treehouse in the Oak Trees at Another Place, The Lake in Ullswater, Lake District
    Interior and Bedroom of the Treehouse in the Oak Trees at Another Place, The Lake in Ullswater, Lake District
    Interior and Bedroom of the Treehouse in the Oak Trees at Another Place, The Lake in Ullswater, Lake District
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    Interior and Bedroom of the Treehouse in the Oak Trees at Another Place, The Lake in Ullswater, Lake District
    Interior and Bedroom of the Treehouse in the Oak Trees at Another Place, The Lake in Ullswater, Lake District
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    Exterior of the Treehouse in the Oak Trees at Another Place, The Lake in Ullswater, Lake District
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    The Treehouse at Another Place, The Lake

    Address

    Watermillock, Ullswater, Cumbria, CA11 0LP

    Telephone

    01768 486442

    life@another.place

    Price

    Total Stay Price From £675.00 per unit per night

    Ullswater

    Hidden with a seculded spot within the hotel grounds and connected by glazed walkways, a large double bedroom and twin bedroom look out onto floor-to-ceiling views across the grounds to the lake and fells beyond.

    Add The Treehouse at Another Place, The Lake to your Itinerary

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    Total Stay Price From £675.00 per unit per night
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