Warwick Hall in Carlisle (Cumbria), England

Warwick Hall offers family rooms with garden views and private bathrooms, including the spacious Birdies Suite with a separate lounge and the New Room with panoramic views over the River Eden. The Garden Suite has its own entrance, a small kitchenette, and a log burner, while the Corner Room provides views towards the river. All rooms include a work desk, TV, tea and coffee-making facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi.

The family-friendly restaurant serves British, French, Indian, Italian, Mediterranean, Scottish, seafood, local, and European cuisines, with a full English breakfast cooked to order using local ingredients. Evening meals are cooked to order and guests pre-order by 6pm; the menu includes options like cheese soufflé, roast duck, and sticky toffee pudding. Breakfast also offers vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices, and the honesty bar in the drawing room provides wine, spirits, and mixers.

Guests have access to a tennis court, fishing huts along the River Eden, and a river walk leading to a walled garden with bee hives and free-range chickens. The property includes a sun terrace, picnic area, bicycle parking, and a 50-acre grounds with scenic views. Board games, puzzles, and a drawing room with an open fire offer indoor relaxation, while hiking and walking tours are available on site.

Warwick Hall welcomes dogs with provided towels for muddy paws, dog bowls, and blankets, and allows dogs in guest rooms and the dining room. The resident dog, Boots the pointer, is friendly and off-lead, which may suit social dogs but not reactive ones. A basket at the front door offers towels and blankets for muddy paws, and the large grounds and river walk provide ample exercise space.

The hotel is 2 miles from the M6 motorway (via A69) and 7 km from the University of Cumbria and Carlisle Railway Station, making it a convenient stopover en route to Scotland. Nearby attractions include Hadrian's Wall, Housesteads Roman Fort, and Carlisle Castle, all within a short drive. Newcastle International Airport is 84 km away, and free on-site parking with an electric vehicle charging station is available.

Rooms: 9 individually designed rooms including suites with river views and garden access

Dining: Locally sourced full English breakfast and three-course evening meals cooked to order

Activities: Tennis court, river fishing, walled garden walks, and hiking trails

Pet Policy: Dogs allowed in rooms and dining room with towels, bowls, and blankets provided

History: Preserved 18th-century country house with original features and a drawing room with open fire

Nearby: 2 miles from M6, 7 km from Carlisle, close to Hadrian's Wall and Roman forts