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About
With open log fires and beautiful oak beams, Damson Dene Hotel features a beautiful landscaped gardens, a traditional restaurant and is home to the Lakeland Model Village. Windermere is just a 15-minute drive away. The Damson Dene Leisure Center features an indoor swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and steam room. There is also a fitness center and beauty rooms, offering a range of indulgent treatments. The Heron View Restaurant and Bar serves a creative, seasonal menu using fresh ingredients from Damson Dene’s own kitchen garden. The elegant rooms are classically decorated in natural colors, and each has tea/coffee facilities and a flat-screen TV. All rooms have an private bathroom, and many offer scenic views of the gardens. Damson Dene offers free parking, and is just 5 minutes’ drive from Windermere Golf Club. Bowness-on-Windermere is a 10-minute drive away, and Lake Windermere is 15 minutes away by car.
1,180 Reviews
- Cleanliness
- 8.8
- Staff
- 9.3
- Location
- 8.8
What Guests Say
- “The fire in the entrance hall”
- “Our family room was lovely, very clean with a good sized bathroom. The breakfast was fantastic”
Top Amenities
- Swimming Pool
- Restaurant
- Free Internet Access
- Free Parking
- Spa
- Fitness Center
- Accessible Rooms / Facilities
- Pets Allowed
Room Options
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1/4Double Room
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1/4Cabin with Hot Tub
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1/4Family Room
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1/4Small Twin Room
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1/4Twin Room
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1/4Cozy Double Room
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1/4Deluxe Double Room
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1/44 Poster
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1/4Family Annex Room
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1/4Cabin 3 with hot tub set in the grounds
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1/4Cabin 2 with hot tub set in the grounds
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1/4Deluxe Family Room
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What Guests Loved
Based on 1,180 reviews
Pros +
- The fire in the entrance hall
- Our family room was lovely, very clean with a good sized bathroom. The breakfast was fantastic
- The property was perfect for our pre Christmas getaway. Welcoming fire and fabulous Christmas decorations. We had food both in the restaurant and room service. Everything was delicious and reasonably priced. We also used the pool, steam room and sauna. The staff were brilliant, very attentive. The hotel is very dog friendly too. We will definitely return and recommend to others.
Cons -
- I could feel the springs in the bed, so not the comfiest nights sleep
- The restaurant meals were not bad but nothing special, especially for the price. Would recommend eating at one of the local pubs. Noise in room from the above floor is very loud but to be expected with a building of this age.
- Nothing at all
The fire in the entrance hall
I could feel the springs in the bed, so not the comfiest nights sleep
Our family room was lovely, very clean with a good sized bathroom. The breakfast was fantastic
The restaurant meals were not bad but nothing special, especially for the price. Would recommend eating at one of the local pubs. Noise in room from the above floor is very loud but to be expected with a building of this age.
The property was perfect for our pre Christmas getaway. Welcoming fire and fabulous Christmas decorations. We had food both in the restaurant and room service. Everything was delicious and reasonably priced. We also used the pool, steam room and sauna. The staff were brilliant, very attentive. The hotel is very dog friendly too. We will definitely return and recommend to others.
Nothing at all
The hotel was very comfortable and a complementary breakfast was a bonus. Plenty of parking space was available and the staff was very polite and helpful. Staff was very responsive to the queries raised prior to arrival and made all efforts to make our stay comfortable. They had a sitting space with a fireplace near the reception which was the highlight of the property. Leisure activities like swimming and gym are great ways to spend time in the hotel especially during winters when days are short and you have a good amount of time in the evening. These facilities were open till late in the evening to spend quality time with family.
The room we got was towards the very end that required us to carry luggage on stairs. But it could be just that we were unlucky that we got those far off rooms. Also, it was only during check-in and check-out that we had to worry about this issue.Location was a slight drawback again as there was nothing in the proximity. So, we needed to plan about meals or else the only option was the hotel restaurant.
We stayed in Cabin 3 , quiet , spotless , lovely hot tub . Breakfast was outstanding as was the service
Friendly atmosphere. Good choice of menu and quality of food in restaurant. Warm room. Excellent shower. Lovely log fire to sit by in the evenings.
Hotel is sprawled out and a bit of a maze. A little too far out from the main attractions for our liking. Swimming pool is a lot smaller than the photograph suggests. No spinner in the changing rooms for wet swim wear.
Very relaxing and peaceful stay. The hotel staff were very accommodating prior to my stay with great communication. There is plenty of free parking on site. The room was spacious with an amazing bath. The evening meal was outstanding quality and there is also a good variety at breakfast to choose from. Would recommend and would return again.
Nothing really not to like. The rooms are a little dated, but this had no effect on my stay.
Superb location in beautiful surroundings and pool and spa facilities,and excellent food
Had to contact reception to request room cleaned and replenished
Property was lovely It was quite difficult to find and is out of town The restaurant/pub food was lovely which meant we did not need to leave the premises
Difficult to find on the gps
The breakfast buffet was extensive, and well-prepared. The hotel oozes the charm of a country inn. The duck pond added to the ambience. It was nice to know we could have accessed the spa and gym had we wanted to. (We were exhausted from a long flight when we arrived, and got in our steps at nearby Sizergh Castle.) The proximity to this castle was the primary reason for choosing Damson Dene. The authentically constructed miniature village displayed in the hotel was delightful. There is a larger one behind the hotel that is available to tour for a small fee.
The mattress needs to be replaced. The shower is tiny, but it is an old building, so I understand.
The pool and sauna
House keeping din’t clean our room the second day.
This hotel is just supreme value for money. We had an excellent couple of nights here and loved everything about the place. We didn't expect to have access to the leisure facilities without having to pay extra but we didn't have to pay extra. Our room was excellent, spacious and comfortable. Food in their restaurant was superb with excellent service. We will certainly be back.
Can't fault anything about our stay.
Very hospitable staff, beautiful grounds, outstanding food.
The location is great
The staff were unwelcoming and rude at times. Service generally was poor. We stayed in a cabin which was unclean and had a problem with wasps. The cabins are not well equipped. Not worth the money spent on our weekend
The garden and pond are very nice. The location is good. Love the jacuzzi and the swimming pool.
Great location, friendly staff, cute ducks
The room smelled VERY strongly of flowery perfume. We needed to open a window to clear it
Friendly atmosphere, quiet and relaxing, excellent grounds.
Just distance from town and obvious activities that that go along with that
Nice and clean great staff and great food
We stayed 3 nights and the hotel was ideal, it's in a good location very quiet and peaceful, the staff were friendly and helpful. The rooms were clean and the beds comfortable
Our room was a wee bit compact and the pool area didn't have much options for sitting after a swim
Spacious and quiet room, on the ground floor with an exit directly to the garden and adjacent parking. Modernised bathroom with Grohe fixtures and Roca toilet, excellent water pressure and temperature regulation.
Breakfast was adequate. We also had dinner at the hotel once, it was competent but not exemplary. There are better meals at a comparable price range if you're willing to drive 5 miles. Some EV charging points would be a welcome addition but not sure if the local grid can support it, or if the hotel could make money off it.
Amenities & Policies
Amenities
Swimming & Soaking
- Swimming Pool
- Hot tub/Whirlpool
- Heated pool
- Indoor pool
- Kids' pool
Fitness & Spa
- Fitness Center
- Spa
Food & Drinks
- Restaurant
Media & Technology
- Free Internet Access
Transportation
- Free Parking
- Accessible parking
Accessibility
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- Facilities for disabled guests available
- Wheelchair accessible
Kid Friendly
- Family Friendly
General
- Pets Allowed
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
Guest policies
| Check-in | After 3:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Check-out | Before 11:00 AM |
| Internet | Free Wi-Fi is available. |
| Parking | Free parking is available. |
| Children & Extra Beds | Children of all ages are welcome. Children of age 4 to 12 can stay with extra bed, subject to additional charges. Children of age 0 to 2 stay free with cot. |
| Pets | Pets are allowed. Charges may apply. |
| Room Rates | All rates displayed are for two guests unless otherwise noted. |
Location
Crosthwaite, Crosthwaite
This hotel is in Crosthwaite.
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