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The Cottage in the Wood
About
We are a cosy gourmet getaway nestled in Whinlatter Forest, with nine contemporary rooms offering woodland or garden views, it’s a haven of tranquillity and relaxation. Our location is the perfect base to explore the many walking and cycling routes in Whinlatter Forest, to soak up the arts and culture in nearby Keswick and the birth town of William Wordsworth Cockermouth.Our Michelin Star restaurant offers a delicious menu, created by Chef Director Ben Wilkinson using the finest ingredients from Cumbria and further afield.
Stunning location at the top of Whinlatter Pass with superb views down the valley toward the Skiddaw mountain range. Peaceful setting surrounded by forest and close to the Whinlatter visitors centre and Osprey project. Close proximity to Derwentwater, Bassenthwaite, Buttermere, Crummock Water and Loweswater.Only children
Guide Prices
- Number of Rooms / Units
- 9
| Room / Unit Type | Room / Unit Tariff* |
|---|---|
| 1 Oak | £77.50 per person per night for bed & breakfast |
| 2 Ash | £77.50 per person per night for bed & breakfast |
| 3 Cedar | £55.00 per person per night for bed & breakfast |
| 4 Larch | £55.00 per person per night for bed & breakfast |
| 5 Spruce | £55.00 per person per night for bed & breakfast |
| 6 Rowan | £55.00 per person per night for bed & breakfast |
| 7 Birch | £55.00 per person per night for bed & breakfast |
| 8 Garden Room | £100.00 per person per night for bed & breakfast |
| 9 Tree Tops | £72.50 per person per night for bed & breakfast |
*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
Opening Times
| Season (1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2020) |
|---|
Facilities
Accessibility
- Disabled facilities
Booking & Payment Details
- Christmas special programme
- Visa/Mastercard/Switch accepted
Catering
- Evening meals
- Licenced (table or bar)
- Packed lunches provided
- Restaurant open to non-residents
- Snacks/afternoon tea
- Special diets available
- Vegetarian diet available
Children
- Children welcome - Children welcome from age 10
Heating Facilities
- Central heating
- Real log/coal fires
Laundry Facilities
- Ironing facilities
Leisure Facilities
- Golf available (onsite or nearby)
Parking
- Private parking
Property Facilities
- Dogs/pets NOT accepted
- Lounge for residents' use
- Television available
- Totally non-smoking
- WiFi or internet access
Room/Unit Facilities
- Hairdryer
- Radio
- Tea/coffee making in bedrooms
- Television
Site Features
- Garden
Room/Unit Facilities: 1 Oak
- Bath
- King-sized bed
- Scenic view
- Shower
- Spa bath
Room/Unit Facilities: 2 Ash
- King-sized bed
- Scenic view
- Shower
- Spa bath
Room/Unit Facilities: 3 Cedar
- Bath
- Shower
Room/Unit Facilities: 4 Larch
- Scenic view
Room/Unit Facilities: 5 Spruce
- Scenic view
- Shower
Room/Unit Facilities: 6 Rowan
- King-sized bed
- Scenic view
- Shower
Room/Unit Facilities: 7 Birch
- Shower
Room/Unit Facilities: 8 Garden Room
- Scenic view
Room/Unit Facilities: 9 Tree Tops
- Bath
- King-sized bed
- Shower
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Gradings
- 2 AA Rosettes
- 4 AA Gold Stars Restaurant with Rooms
Awards
- Other Accommodation Awards
Sawday's 2016 - Cumbria Awards
Cumbria Tourism Awards Winner 2016 - Other Accommodation Awards
Fair Booking 2016 - Cumbria Awards
Member of Cumbria Tourism 2016
Related
The Cottage in the Wood, KeswickThe Cottage in the Wood Country Hotel and restaurant is a former 17th Century coaching inn situated in the heart of the Whinlatter forest near Keswick, in one of the most beautiful and dramatic areas of the Lake District national park.
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Leave M6 at jct 40 for A66 Cockermouth/Keswick. Take B5292 just past Keswick signposted Braithwaite/Lorton via Whinlatter Pass. The hotel is situated 2 miles beyond Braithwaite just before the forestry visitors centre.
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