Once owned by children's author Beatrix Potter, this country house hotel is set in beautiful large gardens, just a 5-minute walk from the banks of Lake Windermere. Locally sourced produce is served on the seasonal English menu in the 2 AA rosette awarded Lindeth Howe Restaurant.

Homemade cakes and scones are also served in the Lindeth Howe Restaurant with fresh tea or coffee. Overlooking the lawns, the hilltop lounge has garden doors that lead onto the terrace. A log fire…