Ravenstone Manor in Bassenthwaite, England

Ravenstone Manor is a 19th-century manor house set in 3 hectares of grounds at the foot of Skiddaw. The property offers en-suite bedrooms with scenic views of Bassenthwaite Lake and the surrounding fells. Room types include Classic Double, Premium Double, Superior King, Budget Single, and Classic Twin rooms.

The dining room serves dishes based on locally sourced Cumbrian game and locally caught fish, with customization options for dietary requirements. The bar features an open fire, while the lounge has a warming fire and picture windows overlooking the lake. Guests receive homemade biscuits on arrival and a hearty breakfast is served daily.

Dogs are allowed in every part of the hotel, including the dining room and bar areas. The property provides a warm water dog-washing station with fresh towels, dog beds, water bowls, and pet treats. Outside, a dedicated pet basket and pet bowls are available, and a dog bin is on site.

The hotel is a 5-minute drive from Bassenthwaite Lake and 10 minutes from Keswick and Derwent Water, with direct bus service from the driveway. Guests can walk from the door to fields, a chapel on the lake, and hiking trails up Skiddaw. On-site amenities include a games room with board games, a shared lounge/TV area, and a picnic area with outdoor furniture.

Direct booking offers benefits such as room selection and upgrades, plus a welcoming check-in with informative staff. The hotel provides packed lunches on request and can arrange electric vehicle charging from an external 13A socket at around 2kW. Daily housekeeping, a sun terrace, and accessible parking are available, with CCTV in common areas and outside the property.

Location: 5 min from Bassenthwaite Lake, 10 min from Keswick

Rooms: 19th-century manor with en-suite, scenic lake views

Dining: Locally sourced Cumbrian game and fish, homemade biscuits

Pet-Friendly: Dogs allowed everywhere, warm water dog-wash, towels

Activities: Hiking from door, games room, board games, picnic area

Services: Direct booking upgrades, EV charging, packed lunches