Victorian House Bed & Breakfast - Grasmere

Boutique hotel in the Lake District with stargazing rooms, a shepherd's hut, and homemade welcome cake

Accommodations

Victorian House offers individually designed rooms, including the stargazing room with a telescope and panoramic mountain views. The dog-friendly shepherd's hut sits by a river and comes with a fire pit and outdoor seating. Family suites in the cottage annexe provide two bedrooms, a large bathroom, and a separate sitting area.

Dining

Breakfast is served in a conservatory overlooking the garden and river, with a hot menu including eggs benedict and a farmhouse platter. A continental buffet offers homemade yoghurt, pastries, and fresh fruit, while dogs receive their own plate of chopped sausage. Guests are greeted with a daily homemade cake, such as apple crumble or lemon drizzle, at check-in.

Location & Activities

The hotel sits in central Grasmere, a 5-minute walk from Grasmere Lake and the Wordsworth Museum. The Lakesider bus stops across the road, providing access to Ambleside, Windermere, and Keswick without a car. A dedicated boot room with sinks and heaters allows guests to dry gear after walking the nearby fells and trails like Alcock Tarn.

Family & Pets

Victorian House welcomes families with board games, a family suite in the annexe, and free use of a fire pit in the garden. Pet policies allow dogs in designated rooms and the shepherd's hut, with dog bowls and treats provided. Staff offer gluten-free options and birthday surprises like balloons and cards for guests celebrating special occasions.

Unique Offerings

The star attraction is the stargazing room, whose top-floor position includes a telescope and a large bath with rainfall shower. The shepherd's hut provides a private riverside stay with a fire pit and complimentary firewood. Complimentary late check-out is available upon request, and an electric vehicle charging station is on-site.

• Accommodations: Individually designed rooms, stargazing room, shepherd's hut
• Dining: Conservatory breakfast with homemade yoghurt and daily cake
• Pets: Dog-friendly rooms, dog sausage at breakfast, pet treats
• Location: Grasmere village center, bus stop outside, near hiking trails
• Unique: Stargazing telescope, shepherd's hut with fire pit, EV charger