About this property
Your perfect lakes escape begins here, at our family-run hotel situated in the bustling village of Braithwaite. Experience the beauty of the surrounding areas from our newly renovated hotel where nature intertwines with Victorian elegance. Whether you’re joining us for a family adventure, a foodie getaway or to romanticise the views towards Skiddaw; we are the perfect base for your getaway. The Ruddings has now been transformed into a boutique hotel, offering a unique blend of timeless charm and modern luxury. Each of our 21 rooms and suites is individual and offers a selection of spaciously appointed, characterful rooms, all luxuriously furnished by our local friends at Satu Interiors. Contemporary features and sophisticated furnishings provide the little luxuries to make your stay at The Ruddings unforgettable. If you would like to book one of our dog-friendly rooms, please make us aware at the time of making a reservation. You can expect to wake up refreshed and indulge in a delightful breakfast to kickstart your day of exploration. Nestled amidst the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, The Ruddings is ideally situated near the magnificent Grisedale Pike and the spectacular hanging valley: Coledale Horseshoe, beckoning adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike. For the foodies, you can savor a culinary journey during your stay with us. Our talented chefs craft exquisite dishes using locally sourced ingredients, ensuring a true taste of the region.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Wrigs
United Kingdom“Lovely location for visiting the lakes. Great food both breakfasts and dinner. Comfortable and well sized rooms.” - Jeffrey United Kingdom“Very clean the food was very good the staff where so friendly”
- Hannah United Kingdom“The room was lovely and it was extremely comfortable after a long day in the hills. Breakfast was nice and it was well situated along a bus route for Keswick which was convenient if you didn’t want to drive in the evening.”
- Adrian United Kingdom“Great location, very comfortable room. Very friendly staff nothing to much trouble. Very good Breakfast and well presented. Evening meal's to die for. Exceptional.”
- Mark United Kingdom“Superb location, very efficient set up. Fantastic restaurant, great menu, excellent staff. Faultless”
- Melanie United Kingdom“Loved everything about this hotel, very very doggo friendly food was lovely and in a fantastic location bed comfy, room perfect for us.”
- Linda United Kingdom“Very handy. Staff always very helpful. Very clean.”
- George United Kingdom“Was a lovely hotel very clean staff very friendly and helpful”
- Beverley United Kingdom“A great base from which to explore the surrounding lakes. The staff were friendly and efficient. The food was delightful. My room was spacious with lots of storage if required - the bed comfy - important for a decent night’s sleep after a day...”
- Dawn United Kingdom“Very dog friendly, inc dog washing area, towels,treats, food and easy access from outside to rooms.”
Property surroundings
Restaurants
- Restaurant #1
- Open forLunch • Dinner
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
The fine print
Please note that rooms contain either a bath, a shower or both. If guests have any preference to the bathroom arrangement, this information can be added during the booking phase in the 'Special Request' box. Although the property does their best to accommodate guests' wishes, this request is still subject to availability.
All rooms are on either the first or second floor, with access from the reception. Please contact the property if you have any mobility requests.
There is no cycle storage available.
Please note that irrespective of future government changes to VAT rates and your arrival date, the gross price of your booking will not change.
