Overwater Hall, Bassenthwaite
About the Hotel
Overwater Hall is a Grade II listed Georgian country house hotel located in the peaceful northern Lake District. Its historic ambience is skillfully maintained, combining traditional and contemporary styles that make guests feel at home. The hotel is set against the dramatic backdrop of Skiddaw and the Uldale Fells, offering stunning views and a serene environment.
Location
Overwater Hall is situated in the unspoiled northern Lake District, approximately 50 km from Carlisle. The approach is mainly from the A591, although mobile phone service may be limited in the area. The vicinity offers various attractions, including scenic walking paths, historic sites, and nearby towns like Keswick and Cockermouth.
Rooms
Each room at Overwater Hall offers a unique experience, with thoughtful touches such as fresh flowers, fruit, and home-made shortbread. The spacious Garden Room, suitable for families, features a whirlpool-spa bath and balcony. Other rooms display elegant decor with handmade oak furniture, king-size beds, and large windows that provide picturesque views of the surrounding gardens or fells.
Eat & Drink
Overwater Hall’s restaurant is well-regarded for its fine dining, emphasizing local Cumbrian suppliers and seasonal ingredients. A three-course dinner costs £65 per person, with formal dining available five nights a week. The menu highlights dishes such as Solway Firth lobster ravioli and lamb three ways, ensuring an exceptional culinary experience for guests.
Leisure & Business
The hotel provides ample opportunities for relaxation with two comfortable lounges and 7 hectares of formal gardens to explore. Guests can enjoy the views while unwinding by the open log fire in winter or taking a stroll in the gardens, where wildlife is abundant. Overwater Hall is also dog-friendly, accommodating well-behaved dogs throughout the property.
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Getting around
A list of all available modes of transport
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Sports & Fitness
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room features
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor