Macdonald Leeming House | Hotel in Watermillock

| 7.8 (799 Reviews) | Pet Friendly 8 Bathrooms 18 Guests Stay&Play

Watermillock Hotel | Macdonald Leeming House

Hotel in Watermillock

A Regency house overlooking Ullswater, the Macdonald Leeming House has an award-winning restaurant and views of the Cumbrian Fells. It is a 15-minute drive from the M6 motorway. The bedrooms with attached bathroom are decorated in a traditional style and all have flat-screen TVs and seating areas. Some rooms have balconies with lake views. The Regency Restaurant serves modern British cuisine. The conservatory and terrace offer a more relaxed setting for informal lunches and dinners. The hotel has 22 acres of grounds and offers croquet on the lawn and private fishing on the river. Indoors, there is a drawing room, library and sitting room with log fires in the winter. Leeming House features a private helipad. Penrith is 7.5 miles away and Aira Force, the waterfall Wordsworth wrote about, is 3 miles away.

Macdonald Leeming House is located in Watermillock.

This 40 Bedrooms Hotel is suitable for tourists and travelers. It has several amenities that would guarantee your comfort. These amenities include: Internet, Parking, View, and several others. This is a 4 star rated property and has over 799 reviews with the average score of 7.8 . Coming to Watermillock and needing a place to stay? Be it for work or for leisure, consider staying at this Hotel for your next visit, you will surely love it.

You can check the reviews and description of this 40 Bedrooms Hotel if you want to learn more about this StayAndPlay.com place in Watermillock. These details are authentic, as they are provided by our partner, booking.com.

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Unique Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
Designated Smoking Area
TV
View
Balcony/Terrace
Accessibility
Security/Safety
EV Charge Station
Business Services
Sports/Activities
Fireplace/Heating
Restaurant
Bar
Guest Services
Entertainment
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Internet
Laundry

Policies

Check-in The minimum age for check-in is 18

Cancellation policy Non refundable

Pet Policy Pets are allowed upon request and charges may apply.

Other Policy The credit/debit card used to book a pre-paid rate must be presented to reception on arrival at the hotel. please note that failure to do so will result in an alternative payment method being required, please contact the property in advance before booking a dog-friendly room, please note that certain rooms in the room category you have booked do not have views, please note that the hotel doesn't accept any cash payments, when booking 7 rooms or more, different policies and additional supplements may apply, the dinner and bed and breakfast rate includes a gbp 65 allowance toward food per person per night for the dinner

Watermillock, Watermillock, CA11 0JJ, United Kingdom

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

May 5, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: A beautiful property to celebrate our engagement - the staff went above and beyond to make it a stay to remember! Would definitely reccomend adding half board and enquiring about celebration packages!

Negative: Slightly dated in places and in need of a lick of paint… more than made up for by the incredible views!

Summary: Lake District Heaven

Bill, United Kingdom

May 1, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Position

Negative: Looks a bit tired

Summary: The view saved it

Jeffrey, United Kingdom

Apr 30, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Solo Traveller

Travel Purpose: leisure

Robert, United Kingdom

Apr 30, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Extended Group

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Lovely traditional hotel

Negative: It really could do with a bit of a makeover, looks a little tired. It wouldn’t take much. It’s a lovely old building but definitely needs a bit of TLC.

Summary: Pleasant

John, United Kingdom

Apr 25, 2026 07:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Family With Children

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Location is why even people will consider to stay rest all is just average

Negative: Old furniture in bad shape. Reception staff. I continued to ask change my room as I was not liking it and I said do 4 days paying 1600 pound which is a lot of money with no one to concider my request.

Summary: Average

Saket, United Kingdom

Jan 20, 2026 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Staff were amazing! They made my girlfriends birthday truly special. Breakfast and dinner were really good and the views were amazing. Would recommend the lake view rooms with balcony.

Negative: Nothing

Steven, United Kingdom

Jan 9, 2026 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Chris, United Kingdom

Jan 7, 2026 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Room was warm, comfortable and well equipped. Good choice of Breakfast - I enjoyed the smoked salmon and scrambled egg although it was subject to a £6 supplement.

Negative: The food that we enjoyed at dinner was good however we though that it was expensive for what it was.

Summary: Good quality hotel in great location.

David, United Kingdom

Jan 5, 2026 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Positive: Fantastic location, beautiful scenery, personal and friendly staff who went out their way to make our experience enjoyable.

Negative: N/A

Summary: Beautiful location, friendly staff.

Nadine, United Kingdom

Jan 2, 2026 08:00:00 AM

Reviewer Type: Couple

Travel Purpose: leisure

Laurence, United Kingdom

FAQ's

Is this Macdonald Leeming House pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

What time is check-in & check-out at Macdonald Leeming House?

Check-in time for Macdonald Leeming House starts counting from 4:00 PM and check-out is until 11:00 AM. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

Does the Macdonald Leeming House have a swimming pool?

No, this Macdonald Leeming House does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Macdonald Leeming House?

Best-rates for the Macdonald Leeming House starts from $236 per night with includes Business Services, Sports/Activities, Pet Friendly, Designated Smoking Area, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Restaurant, EV Charge Station, Fireplace/Heating, Guest Services, Entertainment, Breakfast, Laundry, Bar, Child Friendly, Internet, Parking, View, Accessibility StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Macdonald Leeming House a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 4 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Macdonald Leeming House wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Macdonald Leeming House has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Macdonald Leeming House?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Macdonald Leeming House indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Macdonald Leeming House?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Macdonald Leeming House are as follows: Non refundable Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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Nightly rates from:

US $236