Embark on an unforgettable Weekend Break
Experience Stunning Lake Windermere
Immerse yourself in stunning visuals of a Lake District weekend away, charming interiors, and the serene surroundings of Bowness on Windermere. Delve into the essence of our cosy rooms, places to eat in Bowness, and the tranquil landscapes that await you during your stay. Let the images guide you through a visual journey, igniting your anticipation for a memorable short break in the Lake District at Craig Manor Hotel.
Embrace Relaxation
Our country house hotel in the Lake District offers the perfect opportunity to unwind in one of the UK’s most beautiful locations. You can surround yourself with stunning mountains, beautiful lakes and scenic valleys with a weekend break in the Lake District. There’s something for everyone including Windermere kayaking, walks near Windermere and Windermere Castle. The Lake District is closer than you think and so easy to get to, it makes the ideal location for a quick weekend escape, even if it’s just for a leisurely Sunday visit.
At Craig Manor, we’re always ready to welcome people to the area, and we’re here to offer up our expert advice on the best way to spend a weekend break in the Lake District and Bowness-on-Windermere.
An Ideal Location
The perfect rooms for weekend breaks
Our rooms offer stunning views towards Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells. We’re proud of the quality of our rooms, whether you opt for a Manor room or one of our Lord & Lady rooms. Each offers a luxurious and comfortable bolthole to help you unwind on a weekend break in the Lake District.
Discover our beautiful rooms, waiting to welcome you for your weekend break.
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Take Advantage of Our Special Offers
If we’ve piqued your interest in spending a short weekend in the Lake District, then we hope to welcome you to Craig Manor soon. Keep your eye on our special offers, and you may just find the perfect deal for a Lake District weekend break. Craig Manor offers you the perfect country house bolthole to explore the Lake District or simply unwind in one of the country’s most beautiful areas.
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Travel Information
How To Get To Bowness-On-Windermere
Plan Your Escape
If travelling by train, you can catch the West Coast Main Line to Oxenholme, before changing for Windermere (unfortunately Bowness itself doesn’t have its own train station, although it’s only a short taxi ride or walk away).
If driving, the average journey time from London and the South East is generally around five hours, while journeys from the Manchester area will take about one and a half hours, while those from Yorkshire are closer to two hours.
If you do drive, you’ll need to take Junction 36 of the M6 and follow the A591 from the South or take Junction 39 followed by the A6 and then A591 from Scotland.
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Top Bowness-on-Windermere Attractions
As the largest lake in the country, Lake Windermere attracts water sports enthusiasts and novices alike, so whether you’re a seasoned pro on the water or simply want to give it a try, it’s the perfect place to try something new.
Whether you want to take a canoe or kayak out onto the water, or even try your hand at water skiing or wakeboarding, there are all kinds of watersports operators around the lake.
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Things to do in the Lake District
Further afield from Barrowness-on-Windermere there are all kinds of wonderful things to see and do in the Lake District. Round out your weekend break in the Lake District by visiting one of the excellent local artisan food & drink places, or take a road trip around the Lake District and spot your favourite film locations in the Lakes. Alternatively, you can spend your Saturday afternoon in one of the Lake District’s glorious beer gardens.
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The World of Beatrix Potter
Just round the corner from the hotel in Bowness, you’ll find the World of Beatrix Potter. It’s a wonderful place to kick off any family weekend break. Spend your first morning in the Lakes discovering the magical characters that Beatrix Potter created. If this gives you the appetite for even more Beatrix Potter, we’ve got a whole itinerary to help you do a tour of Beatrix Potter’s Lake District.
You can also explore some of the history of the woman herself, such as Hill Top at Near Sawrey, which is where Beatrix Potter spent much of her life and contains many of her possessions and works.
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Windermere Lake Cruises
Next, you’ll want to see the best views of the lake you can, and the best way to do this is to get out on the water itself with a Windermere lake cruise. You’ll be taken out onto the beautiful waters of Lake Windermere and learn all about the lake and its surroundings.
Get Out & About
Local Walks around Windermere
No weekend in the Lake District would be complete without some form of walk. There are walks and hikes all over the Lake District that are perfect for all levels of experience and fitness. We have a whole guide to walks around Windermere, but here is a couple of our favourites:
Breaks in the Lakes
Book Craig Manor for your Weekend Break
We can’t wait to welcome you to Craig Manor for your short break in the Lake District. Our knowledgeable staff will help you make the most of your stay with tips on the local area and our comfortable rooms will help you unwind. Enquire today about a short stay at Craig Manor.
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