Lindeth Fell Country House

I stayed at Lindeth Fell Hotel with high expectations, drawn in by its multiple awards, glowing reviews, and promise of a peaceful, luxurious retreat. While there are certainly some standout positives - including breathtaking views, a quiet setting, and an undeniably charming house, the experience fell short in several key areas, leaving me disappointed overall. Pros: * The location is stunning, with panoramic views across Windermere and beautifully maintained gardens. * The property has clearly received numerous accolades over the years. * It’s peaceful, making it a good choice if you're looking for a quiet retreat. Cons: Unfortunately, the reality didn’t quite match the glossy image: * Room Comfort: While my room was large, the bathroom was inexplicably tiny. Sharing would have been awkward. The toilet was coming away from the wall, and there was visible damp damage and stained wallpaper around the window. The carpet also had stains — not what you'd expect from a hotel of this calibre. * Bed Disappointment: The “superior room” advertised a huge bed — in reality, it was two singles pushed together without a mattress topper, which meant a ridge down the middle and no benefit of extra comfort. Honestly, I’d have been better off booking a single. * Cost-Cutting Evident: It feels like the hotel is quietly implementing cost-saving measures. My room had one towel, one cup, one cookie — thoughtful touches cut back to the bare minimum.
Breakfast, while served at the table, was limited to one small cold and hot option, with no continental buffet as you’d find in most comparable boutique hotels. The hot portions were particularly small * Service Experience: The staff were pleasant enough, but distracted — simple requests felt like an inconvenience. I raised my concerns with management during my stay, but the issues were merely jotted down on a piece of paper, with no real sense that they would be addressed.
I also had a £12 drink charged to my room — and given the litany of issues, I was surprised that no gesture of goodwill (even a token one) was offered. Overall Impression: This hotel seems more suited to a more traditional. That’s fine — but if you advertise as a multi-award-winning boutique hotel, guest expectations will naturally be higher. Sadly, Lindeth Fell didn’t deliver the warm, polished experience I was hoping for.