Summer Hill Country House
Summer Hill Country House descritpion
Built in the early 18th century, this 4-star bed and breakfast offers contemporary rooms in the Lake District National Park. Free private parking is provided and the beautiful Tarn Hows area, managed by the National Trust, is just a 20-minute walk away.
Original artwork by a local artist feature in each room, which also includes a computer and a flat-screen TV with a DVD player. Gilchrist and Soames toiletries and a hairdryer are provided in each en suite bathroom.
The quaint village of Hawkshead and the Beatrix Potter Gallery are just 5 minutes’ drive away. Summer Hill is less than 10 minutes’ drive from the picturesque village of Coniston and its large lake.
Full English breakfasts are served each morning in the lovely wooden-beamed dining room. Guests can also enjoy Summer Hill's home baked bread, homemade cake, and chocolate truffles. Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout Summer Hill Country House.
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Facilities of Summer Hill Country House
Outdoors ：Grounds
Pets ：Pets are not allowed.
Food & Drink ：Special Diet Meals (upon request)
Internet ：Free!WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking ：Free!Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
General ：Safe | Facilities for Disabled Guests | Elevator | Heating | All Spaces Non-Smoking (public and private)
Reviews for Summer Hill Country House
Review 1：What wonderful warm informative host Patsy and Mike are. Nothing is too much trouble for them, the accommodation is to a very high standard. Little extras like tea and cake on arrival, handmade truffle’s daily left in room and a superb breakfast selection which will last you all day.
Review 2：Good location and very comfortable. Brian and Patsy make you feel very welcome and a great help in helping to plan your day if you need ideas. Lovely breakfast with plenty top eat. Highly recommended
Review 3：Lovely place to stay. Very friendly owners making your trip to Lakeside even more pleasant. Providing lots of information about walks/hikes in the area. Great breakfast and lovely rooms. While strolling around in Ambleside and Windermere we were also very happy staying at Hawkshead (Hill). Its less crowded and will give you a way better experience. Food/drinking tips in the area: Queens Head, Drunking Duck (book in advance for the latter one).
Review 4：The helpfulness,friendliness and very informative advice given by Patsy and Mike on where to go,what to do and where to eat in the area. They gave us a warm welcome. Their house had excellant facilities was immaculately clean and the breakfasts were wonderful with lots of variety.
Review 5：nothing, only better to have a car to go which we did, otherwise might need to walk a bit
Review 6：patsy is a great hostess, she helped us plan a full day driving tour of the lake district so we get a good feel about what lake district is like. she also gave us lots of tips about where to go and eat. breakfast is delicious, and we received chocolate handmade by patsy everyday too.
Review 7：Really not a problem for just a two night stay,though my bathroom was tiny!!
Review 8：Fantastic location,lovely welcome! comfortable room,fantastic breakfast!!!
Review 9：We had a great time, thanks to Patsy and Mike going out of their way to provide a wonderful home from home and to help us out in any way possible. Great location for access to lakes, hiking, swimming and all sorts. Stop looking at other guest houses and book this one!!
Review 10：We loved staying at this nice B&B. The owners were really nice and friendly, always open to have very interesting talks if wanted. The B&B is an excellent location and very close to walking paths, ideal for resting and disconnect.
Review 11：Shower took a long time for hot water to come through
Review 12：Friendliness of the owners Food was excellent Views stunning Cleanliness very good Area very quiet
Review 13：The best hospitality, so much attention to detail. From tea and cake and a chat on arrival to homemade truffles in the room every day. Lovely house, beautiful location and the friendliest most helpful and informative hosts.
Review 14：Nothing
Review 15：Patsy and Mike were very welcoming and friendly, humorous and helpful hosts. The location is quiet and good for the Langdales, Coniston and Windermere areas. We had a lovely room (Room 4) with a large bay window giving extensive views over the garden and surrounding countryside. We enjoyed excellent breakfasts served with a large helping of Mike’s humour. Hawkshead village is a mile or so walk from Summer Hill (mostly on a footpath across fields or slightly longer by road) and has a number of pubs/eating places. It was a perfect base for our short walking break – we would strongly recommend.
Review 16：We did not really enjoy the room, which was for disabled guests. The bed was too hard. The breakfast was available in a very limited time slot, and felt hurried. This B&B compared badly, in most respcts with our next B &B in Keswick, which was cheaper.
Review 17：There was a warm friendly welcome. The house is lovely and in a picturesque place. We enjoyed the ease of parking and the locality. I liked the local photo pictures and artwork in the house.
Review 18：none
Review 19：Patsy and Mike were excellent hosts, their personal touch made the difference. Our twinbed room was convenient with elevater and big bathroom. We did like the homemade truffle and cookies every day! Central place for trips.
Review 20：The next room's bathroom was adjacent to our bed and soundproofing not great - not helped by very early start by next door guests. Perhaps if bathroom fan was quieter?
Review 21：Lovely location, excellent hosts, great breakfast
Review 22：For a male size cooked breakfast add an extra slice of bacon and an egg.
Review 23：Fantastic hosts,knew a lot of what was going on in the area ,which was a great help to plan your days out.
Review 24：The shower in our room (3) was a little small, but otherwise clean and functional.
Review 25：The tea and cake on arrival was a very welcome nice touch. Our hosts happily went the extra mile to ensure a good time was had in the Lake District. Comfortable bed and lovely breakfast - exactly what you'd want from a "bed and breakfast".
Review 26：A comfortable room in a very pleasant house. The hosts were exceptionally welcoming, great characters who were happy to provide information and advice on the area.
Review 27：Patsy & Mike are warm, humorous and thoughtful hosts who run a lovely spick and span small hotel in a picturesque, typically hilly location well situated for driving to, or a good walk to many local amenities. Weather was very kind to us but even if it had not been, we could easily have stayed longer.
Review 28：Just having a quiet 2 day break away, this lovely B&B is in an ideal location. Lovely and quiet surroundings but a short drive away to shops, restaurants and places of interest. We were greated by Patsy & Mike the host's along with a pot of tea and home made cakes. We stayed in the deluxe room which has stunning views. When shown to the room, there are home made truffles to be tried and just the tiny welcome note makes your stay all the more special. They are both more than happy to share their knowledge on the area and give you direction if needed. Mike has a great sense of humour and the breakfast in the morning is absolutely lovely. I would definately recommend a stay here, and we will no doubt be staying here again on our next visit to the lakes. Thanks for a great weekend Patsy & Mike!
Review 29：The friendliness of Mike and Patsy. The little personal touches, a hand made chocolate in roon each day. The wine glasses on the refreshments tray. Fresh Milk in roon.
Review 30：the weather, however I'm sure the hosts would have tried to address this if they could!!!!
Review 31：the little extra touches, the complementary homemade chocolates and short breads in the room, free wifi and sky tv
Review 32：Lovely 2day stay. It was a lovely B&B very comfortable peaceful and a great room with a lovely view. Excellent breakfast and homemade chocolates and biscuits in our room. I would recommend summer hill country house. Patsy and mike were exvellant on things to do and places to eat.
Review 33：Maybe light in the room could be brighter. Maybe swap one low energy bulb
Review 34：Welcomed with tea and homemade cakes. Interest shown in what we planned to do and had done the previous day. Was even lent a pair of walking sticks
Review 35：The road access -a 3 point turn to turn right each time
Review 36：The setting lovely views The owners who were extremely helpful and friendly drying our clothes for us more than once Nice spacious clean rooms with daily hand made chocolates! Location close to Coniston Ambleside and Hawshead but still in the countryside
Review 37：Room not large.
Review 38：House was a beautiful old country home. Patsy and Mike were very helpful and friendly. Quiet road, proximity to Tarn How's and Hawkshead. Plenty of parking.
Review 39：Everything was good just the shower room was a little small!
Review 40：We felt very welcomed from the beginning to the end. Patsy and Mike are so friendly, we can not thank them enough for their hospitality as we had a little accident which turned our plan holidays 180 degrees but at the end everything was just fine. We really don't know how it would be without their help. Thank you very much :-D The room was very clean, those chocolates every day were just yummy, Patsy forgot the box one day and it was really difficult to resist them ha, the view from our window is a beautiful picture just "amazing" and the breakfast fresh and yummy.
Review 41：We liked the attention of the staff and the place which was equally amazing. The room was clean and beautiful and the breakfast great. An ideal place to stay!
Review 42：Welcome we received from our friendly and entertaining hosts Elegant room in a lovely house in a gorgeous setting Great breakfast Little touches such as the cakes, chocolates and name tag in the room Convenient location
Review 43：On arrival we received a warm welcome from Patsy and Mike who served us with fresh coffee, tea and home made cake followed by a tour of the B&B. Our room was ensuite and very comfortable with home made biscuits to have with tea in the room and a home made chocolate on the bed side table. Breakfasts were excellent, location was perfect, in the countryside but close to all main towns and attractions. On our return to the Lake District I would book to stay here again.
Review 44：My stay was too short
Review 45：Very welcoming hosts, who are both knowledgable and helpful. The property is maintained to a very high standard and is well located in a beautiful setting. Comfortable room with a good en suite. All round a perfect stay.
Review 46：We liked everything about Summer Hill.
Review 47：The hosts Patsy & Mike were great; informative, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. The food was excellent and there was plenty of it. Patsy's daily homemade truffles and cookies were a nice added touch. The room was top notch and the décor throughout (with art and photos by Patsy) tasteful and of a high standard. We loved sitting in the garden by the summerhouse in the evenings. Having a spacious guest lounge with good Wi-Fi was an added bonus. Plenty of car parking room too. Being away from the busy tourist centres was a plus. It wasn't far to drive if you wanted to visit Ambleside or Windermere. Hawkshead with it's four pubs was only a half hour stroll by public footpath. Perfect.
Review 48：Very friendly atmosphere. Very clean & lovely fresh breakfast.
Review 49：Friendly owners Comfortable Great breakfast
Review 50：Room small and washroom very small
Review 51：Good hosts. Good breakfast
Review 52：Very nice and helpful family run this property
Review 53：Room very comfortable. Owners able to advise on local walks, providing maps and written guides.
Review 54：Hosts very welcoming and friendly. Helpful when needing local info
Review 55：Excellent hosts and we where made very welcome, with breakfast being very good. Position of the guest house was also excellent.
Review 56：Quiet location ideal for a relaxing break. Excellent hosts. We will definitely go back.
Review 57：Great location, very helpful owners. They made you feel very welcome.
Review 58：Tranquil location, friendly and very helpful hosts
Review 59：Very helpful and accommodating hosts. Would definitely like to go back!
Review 60：Brilliant stay we both loved it and will stay again.
Review 61：friendly, beutifull setting
Review 62：Friendly and helpful people who took time for us. Breakfast was amazing and accommodation was of great standard and in a lovely setting.
Review 63：nothing
Review 64：We had lots of help in planning activities, including maps
Review 65：Exceptional personal friendly service
Review 66：The hospitality of the hosts Patsy and Mike was so welcoming.
Review 67：Just felt like home and the welcome was lovely after a long journey
Review 68：personal, friendly service, excellent breakfast. lovely and clean in a stunning position.
Review 69：Rural location within walking distance of Hawkshead. Presentation and attention to detail. Friendly and informative hosts.
Review 70：The weekend was not long enough !!
Review 71：Location and Hosts were lovely
Review 72：i wished there were evening meals and a bar!
Review 73：everything.
Review 74：Mike and patsy great . Great hosts and very informative of the area
Review 75：Nice peaceful location. Friendly and helpful hosts. Good food.
Review 76：There was nothing to dislike
Review 77：Clean, quiet, great scenery really helpful and friendly host with some lovely touches to make you feel welcome
Review 78：A quiet location, lovely views, great sleep we enjoyed very much.
Review 79：Just about everything
Review 80：Great location Very tasty breakfast Wonderful cakes when we arrived :)
Review 81：Friendly welcome. Very comfortable room. Everything we needed. Wonderful breakfast.
Review 82：An observation more than a negative - Our room was cosy and the bathroom was cosier. It suited us, but would not suit everyone
Review 83：Patsy and Mike have thought of everything. All the little touches made it a memorable stay e.g. delicious cake on arrival and even more delicious homemade chocolate by the bed. Location is perfect near Tarn Hows and Hawkshead. It has great views
Review 84：The in the King Room has a large step in it - i recommend putting a warning sign up as we both kept repeatedly slipping off it as we forgot it was there!
Review 85：Absolutely lovely couple, really friendly, really easy to chat to, and not at all intrusive. Really lovely house, breakfasts were fantastic, and the views/location are utterly superb. Also importantly as a gay couple, I would definitely class them as gay-friendly for any travellers - no awkwardness whatsoever, I would definitely recommend to others :)
Review 86：Patsy and Mike's warm hospitality, attention to detail in the rooms and throughout the property.... and great breakfasts! made our short break at Summer Hill truly memorable.
Review 87：Fantastic breakfasts, lovely hosts and a beautiful room - a great nights sleep and so quiet! Couldn't fault anything and can't wait to visit again.
Review 88：I only booked for one night!!
Review 89：What a truly delightful place to stay! Patsy & Mike are wonderful people who go out of their way to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. The room was one of the best I've stayed in, the breakfast is out of this world and the setting is jaw dropping !!
Review 90：Our room was a little smaller than we would have liked but had a comfortable bed and lots of amenities.
Review 91：Owners incredibly helpful with info re local walks (including loaned maps), restaurants, pubs, things to see, etc.
Review 92：peaceful location...no parking worries...owner's friendliness...easy to find...relaxing...nice breakfast...central for easy access to all parts of lake district...
Review 93：Weather - but they had no control over that!!
Review 94：Excellent facilities, superb, friendly, capable hosting. Home made chocolates & biscuits in room. Excellent breakfast.
Review 95：Very nice couple running the place, Patsy and Mike - they made all the best to make our stay wonderful! Really enjoyed it and thinking of returning back :-)
Review 96：You do need a car.
Review 97：This is one of the very best! Patsy and Mike are marvellous hosts and nothing is too much trouble. Rooms are comfortable and clean. Breakfast is great. Tourist advice is willingly provided. All of this is accompanied by charm, good humour, chocolates and Patsy's photography.
Review 98：Very warm friendly welcome by Patsy, who brought a tray of tea and homemade cake while we registered. Good food, quiet peaceful countryside location. Close to a couple of good restaurants for evening meal. Highly recommended.
Review 99：Brilliant! Tea and homemade cakes upon arrival was a lovely touch. Patsy and her husband made us very welcome. A wonderful relaxing weekend had by all
Review 100：Liked everything
Review 101：Really nice pleasant place to stay. Cake on arrival was a nice surprise The hosts were helpful and very friendly. Would definitely stay there again
Review 102：Our arrival welcome from Summer Hill was wonderful: afternoon tea, home-made cakes, hot open fires and a place to put our walking boots on this beautiful, snowy January day. This historical house had been restored with artistic flair and was well placed to visit Hawkshead and Ambleside. The breakfast was brilliant and the cost was very reasonable. A must stay if you want to experience the true Lake District!
Review 103：An isolated house on a hill, a very pastoral setting. Excellent hosts - very friendly and welcoming. Comfy beds, wifi and a very good breakfast with great local sausages!