LINTHWAITE HOUSE
Ralph Lauren meets Raffles at a stylish lakeside address
THIS EDWARDIAN HILLTOP HOTEL is one to wax lyrical over, with its poetic views over Lake Windermere and just about every lofty peak in the Lake District.
The interiors of lovely Linthwaite House have been stylishly done up by Amanda Rosa (of Malmaison fame), so don’t expect acres of frou-frou and frills. The traditional Edwardian framework has been zooted up with a contemporary palette of colours and fabrics.
There are antiques and bare wooden floors, kilims, leather trunk coffee tables and colonial rattan chairs. It all marries together beautifully. Indeed, the clockwork running of Linthwaite House, its unstuffy atmosphere and those lush 14-acre gardens make it perfect for tying the knot – or popping the question.
Polished wood floors, tall vases of lilies, a montage of mirrors and beautifully framed photographs set the tone in the two adjacent dining rooms. Mirrors reflect flickering candlelight at night, and chef Simon Bolsover’s cooking is well worth reflecting on – he’s won plaudits from food critics galore.
Hit the Spot
On the scenic shores of Lake Windermere.
Bedtime
Honeymooners make a beeline for the Garden suite, overlooking the gardens and croquet lawn.
Be Savvy
Skip the Windermere weekend crowds by going off-season.
Be Smitten
Luxe on the lushest lakefront.
Private tarn
Excellent daily-changing menus might feature seared scallops, Goosenargh duck breast or wicked chocolate fondant. Lake and mountain vistas adds an extra dimension to dining, and you can also
picnic (or indeed fish for brown trout) by the hotel's private and peaceful tarn.
Proposals are rife at Linthwaite House, and helpful staff will even pop champers and strawberries into the private summerhouse ready for the big moment on request. Lovers tend to make a beeline for the Garden suite, with its lush setting and pamper-grade bathroom, though Room 29 is a hard-to-beat signature setting. Needless to say, it pays to go deluxe here and have the lake views and largest beds.
Linthwaite House was reviewed for Room for Romance by Tasha Munro
The interiors of lovely Linthwaite House have been stylishly done up by Amanda Rosa (of Malmaison fame), so don’t expect acres of frou-frou and frills. The traditional Edwardian framework has been zooted up with a contemporary palette of colours and fabrics.
There are antiques and bare wooden floors, kilims, leather trunk coffee tables and colonial rattan chairs. It all marries together beautifully. Indeed, the clockwork running of Linthwaite House, its unstuffy atmosphere and those lush 14-acre gardens make it perfect for tying the knot – or popping the question.
Polished wood floors, tall vases of lilies, a montage of mirrors and beautifully framed photographs set the tone in the two adjacent dining rooms. Mirrors reflect flickering candlelight at night, and chef Simon Bolsover’s cooking is well worth reflecting on – he’s won plaudits from food critics galore.
Hit the Spot
On the scenic shores of Lake Windermere.
Bedtime
Honeymooners make a beeline for the Garden suite, overlooking the gardens and croquet lawn.
Be Savvy
Skip the Windermere weekend crowds by going off-season.
Be Smitten
Luxe on the lushest lakefront.
Private tarn
Excellent daily-changing menus might feature seared scallops, Goosenargh duck breast or wicked chocolate fondant. Lake and mountain vistas adds an extra dimension to dining, and you can also
picnic (or indeed fish for brown trout) by the hotel's private and peaceful tarn.
Proposals are rife at Linthwaite House, and helpful staff will even pop champers and strawberries into the private summerhouse ready for the big moment on request. Lovers tend to make a beeline for the Garden suite, with its lush setting and pamper-grade bathroom, though Room 29 is a hard-to-beat signature setting. Needless to say, it pays to go deluxe here and have the lake views and largest beds.
Linthwaite House was reviewed for Room for Romance by Tasha Munro
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Dining in
Polished wood floors, tall vases of lilies, a montage of mirrors and beautifully framed photographs of the grounds set the tone in the Billiard Room and Mirror Room restaurants. Both offer great views of the grounds, and well spaced tables add privacy. Tuck into roasted quail breast with sweet carrot, glazed shallots and crisp pancetta, followed by venison loin with braised shin, pearl barley broth and pickled pear. Leave room for the tarte tatin with apple crumble icecream.
Dining out
Good eateries in the area where you can also enjoy Lakeland vistas include The Drunken Duck near Barngates, The Mason’s Arms at Strawberry Bank and The Punchbowl at Crosthwaite.
Where?
The hotel’s three AA rosette rated restaurant.
What’s cooking?
Tuck into chef Simon Bolsover’s mixed grill with rabbit, monkfish cheek and oxtail, and banana soufflé with gingerbread icecream.
Dress the part
A touch sleek – like the surroundings.
Top table?
Table 34 sits in the bay window of the newly refurbished Billiard room, with garden views
See & Do
Visit William Wordsworth’s former Lakeland homes at Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount, cruise on Lake Windermere, hearken back to your childhood by visiting Beatrix Potter’s home Hilltop or tour the gardens and Lakeland Motor Museum at Holker Hall. Or lace up those walking shoes and start climbing those fells – the views are magnificent.
Shop
Take home some Kendal mint cake or fudge. Hayes Garden World at Ambleside is a must for gardeners while Lakeland at Windermere is the original store of the nationwide kitchenware chain.
Spa
Indulge in an in-room beauty treatment such as a massage, facial, body wrap, manicure or pedicure.
Dates
March
Sample delicious local fare at Heaven’s Kitchen, an annual food festival held at the hotel.
June
Get green-fingered inspiration at the Holker Garden Festival at Windermere on Water.
November
Check out the Kendal Mountain Film Festival, perfect for days when the weather rules out walking.
Polished wood floors, tall vases of lilies, a montage of mirrors and beautifully framed photographs of the grounds set the tone in the Billiard Room and Mirror Room restaurants. Both offer great views of the grounds, and well spaced tables add privacy. Tuck into roasted quail breast with sweet carrot, glazed shallots and crisp pancetta, followed by venison loin with braised shin, pearl barley broth and pickled pear. Leave room for the tarte tatin with apple crumble icecream.
Dining out
Good eateries in the area where you can also enjoy Lakeland vistas include The Drunken Duck near Barngates, The Mason’s Arms at Strawberry Bank and The Punchbowl at Crosthwaite.
Where?
The hotel’s three AA rosette rated restaurant.
What’s cooking?
Tuck into chef Simon Bolsover’s mixed grill with rabbit, monkfish cheek and oxtail, and banana soufflé with gingerbread icecream.
Dress the part
A touch sleek – like the surroundings.
Top table?
Table 34 sits in the bay window of the newly refurbished Billiard room, with garden views
See & Do
Visit William Wordsworth’s former Lakeland homes at Dove Cottage and Rydal Mount, cruise on Lake Windermere, hearken back to your childhood by visiting Beatrix Potter’s home Hilltop or tour the gardens and Lakeland Motor Museum at Holker Hall. Or lace up those walking shoes and start climbing those fells – the views are magnificent.
Shop
Take home some Kendal mint cake or fudge. Hayes Garden World at Ambleside is a must for gardeners while Lakeland at Windermere is the original store of the nationwide kitchenware chain.
Spa
Indulge in an in-room beauty treatment such as a massage, facial, body wrap, manicure or pedicure.
Dates
March
Sample delicious local fare at Heaven’s Kitchen, an annual food festival held at the hotel.
June
Get green-fingered inspiration at the Holker Garden Festival at Windermere on Water.
November
Check out the Kendal Mountain Film Festival, perfect for days when the weather rules out walking.
GETTING THERE
Location
Crook Road, Windemere, Cumbria LA23 3JA
Parking
There is free guest parking
Trains
Windermere station – two miles
Taxis
GBP 5 from the station
Airport
Manchester – 88 miles
Rooms and suites
27 rooms, one garden suite, one family suite
Special features
Some rooms have canopy beds, some have lake views, all come with fluffy bathrobes.
Also…
All rooms are wi-fi enabled and have their own desks.
ESSENTIAL INFO
Rates guide
GBP 160 - 330
Open/closed
Open all year
Check-in
2pm
Check-out
11am
Minimum night stay?
Two nights at the weekend
Breakfast
Full breakfast is served until 10am
Room service
Available morning and evening
Children
Welcome. Only over-seven's are allowed in the restaurant after 7pm.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed in the hotel building, though kennels are available by arrangement.
Air conditioning
No
Languages
English and German
Wedding license?
Yes – with room for up to 56 guests, including children.
Eco conscious
Thanks to Linthwaite House’s red squirrel feeders you could see these rare creatures scuttling around the grounds. The kitchens have eco-friendly air conditioning and where possible recycling is carried out.
Coming soon
Five additional rooms and a new ultra-luxurious suite will be added soon.
Your contact
Mike Bevans – owner
Location
Crook Road, Windemere, Cumbria LA23 3JA
Parking
There is free guest parking
Trains
Windermere station – two miles
Taxis
GBP 5 from the station
Airport
Manchester – 88 miles
Rooms and suites
27 rooms, one garden suite, one family suite
Special features
Some rooms have canopy beds, some have lake views, all come with fluffy bathrobes.
Also…
All rooms are wi-fi enabled and have their own desks.
ESSENTIAL INFO
Rates guide
GBP 160 - 330
Open/closed
Open all year
Check-in
2pm
Check-out
11am
Minimum night stay?
Two nights at the weekend
Breakfast
Full breakfast is served until 10am
Room service
Available morning and evening
Children
Welcome. Only over-seven's are allowed in the restaurant after 7pm.
Pets
Dogs are not allowed in the hotel building, though kennels are available by arrangement.
Air conditioning
No
Languages
English and German
Wedding license?
Yes – with room for up to 56 guests, including children.
Eco conscious
Thanks to Linthwaite House’s red squirrel feeders you could see these rare creatures scuttling around the grounds. The kitchens have eco-friendly air conditioning and where possible recycling is carried out.
Coming soon
Five additional rooms and a new ultra-luxurious suite will be added soon.
Your contact
Mike Bevans – owner
