Just returned from a lovely weekend at this special hotel, we were initially disappointed to hear that the owners were away during our stay as we thought this may affect the standard of service. We needn't have worried as the 'team' that was left in charge did a first class job, we will definitely return & soon I hope!

This is the third time we have stayed at this address, each time with new owners. In our opinion the experience has just got better with each visit. Gary & Donna were perfect hosts and made us feel very welcome. An undercover AA hotel inspector visited while we were there and he gave the establishment a Five star AA rating... More

May Bank holiday weekend at Hazel Bank Country House; Our first visit to the Lake District and out of the vast amount of guest houses and hotels in the lakes, we managed to choose this absolute gem. Gary, Donna and their family are so welcoming and friendly. The food cooked by Donna, was excellent and mainly locally sourced, each course... More

Quite apart from the fabulous location and accommodation Gary and Donna have a natural talent for making you feel completely relaxed and at home, nothing was too much trouble. They even offer flexibility for breakfasts and evening meals so you can enjoy a full day out on the fells. The food was excellent, freshly cooked and absolutely delicious. I've been... More

We have just arrived home from a lovely stay and can't rate it highly enough. We were greeted by Donna and Gary who were superb hosts and could not have been more helpful, nothing was too much trouble. We stayed in the Scafell room which had magnificent views and overlooked the front lawn. The food was excellent and catered for... More

I have just spent 5 nights in this great country house in the heart of Lakeland. It was a fantastic base from which to explore the Borrowdale Valley in the footsteps of Hugh Walpole and after each day spent out in the elements, I was welcomed back to a roaring fire, an excellent glass of wine, delicious supper and most... More

This was our third stay at Hazel Bank, and even though it has changed hands all three times the food and hotel has always been excellent. But this time the new owners have made it even better with their friendly and welcoming approach. Gary could not have done more to make us feel at home, as someone else commented it... More

This is a great place to stay in Borrowdale, with good walks from the door. The new, local owners are very welcoming and our room was large, comfortable and had a fantastic view across the valley. Also, as the hotel is set back from the road, it is very quiet. The food was excellent and well varied from day to... More

We have just returned from a wonderful 3 night-stay at this lovely country house. We have walked past Hazel Bank previously and have heard the evocative sounds of people enjoying afternoon tea in the expansive grounds and so were determined to visit! We were unbelievably lucky to be the only guests staying for the duration of our stay and the... More