refined rooms are en suite, with whirlpool baths, plus free wi-fi, flat-screen tvs, ipod docks, minifridges and tea/coffeemaking facilities; some have seating areas. 9 miles from muncaster castle. cooked breakfast is served in the lounge/bar, which also offers lunch, afternoon tea, dinner and local ales. set in a 14th-century manor house on 19 acres of parkland between wasdale and eskdale, this upscale bed-and-breakfast plus cottages is 4. check-in time: 4:00 pmcheck-out time: 10:00 am. separate cottages, sleeping up to 16, are set in period properties, including a turreted clock tower, with features such as beamed roofs, sandstone walls, stained-glass windows and private outdoor space Liverpool John Lennon Airport 2 hr 43
Crummock Water (1 hr 2) Mountains encircle this scenic lake, which is a tranquil destination for walks, picnics & views. The Old Man of Coniston (1 hr 2) Mountain hikes to view picturesque lakes & industrial remnants such as an old metal tramway tower. Coast to Coast Walk (28 min) A 182-mile hike created by Alfred Wainwright from the Irish to North Sea taking in 3 national parks. Wast Water (19 min) Set in a valley surrounded by mountains, this glacial lake features nature trails & stunning views. Haystacks (1 hr 13) Popular Lake District hill featuring climbing routes, a summit cairn & panoramic views. Blea Tarn (54 min) Lush green hills surround this serene country lake known for its peaceful atmosphere. Ennerdale Water (43 min) This remote, scenic lake in the Lake District National Park lies along the Coast to Coast Walk. Honister Pass (1 hr 19) Paved route passing scenic mountain terrain, with a hostel & a historic slate mine at the summit. Honister Slate Mine (1 hr 21) England's last working slate mine, offering underground tours & several different climbing routes. Scafell Pike (29 min) Reaching a height of 978m, this peak was donated to the National Trust as a war memorial in 1919. Muncaster Castle (11 min) Renovated castle built in the 13th century in 77 acres of woods with a bird of prey center & maze. Great Gable (29 min) 2,949-ft. mountain with hiking paths & a commemorative plaque at the summit for WWI victims. Hardknott Roman Fort (26 min) Sweeping valley views are offered from these remains of a Roman fort built in the 2nd century. Sca Fell (25 min) Second-highest mountain in England at 3,162 feet, with routes for climbing & hiking. Buttermere (1 hr 11) Verdant mountain ridges with hiking trails & sweeping vistas ring this expansive, deep water lake. |