The Derwentwater Hotel - Portinscale

Historic country house hotel on 7 hectares of Derwentwater lakeside grounds

Grounds & Location

The Derwentwater Hotel Portinscale occupies 7 hectares of picturesque grounds with lakeside gardens leading down to the lake shore. The hotel sits 3 km from Keswick, reachable via a 20-minute flat footpath that passes the Pencil Museum. Cat Bells hiking peak and Derwentwater Lake are within walking distance for outdoor activities.

Dining

The hotel's Deer's Leap restaurant offers a choice of modern and traditional dishes. Guests can have drinks in the light, airy conservatory bar while taking in the lake views. A buffet breakfast with hot and cold options is served each morning, with separate seating areas for dog owners.

Rooms & Accommodations

Each room at the Derwentwater Hotel is individually furnished en-suite, with some offering direct lake views. For extended stays, the hotel provides self-catering apartment options in the adjacent Derwent Manor building. All rooms include TVs and tea/coffee making facilities, while apartments have fully equipped kitchens.

Pet-Friendly Stays

The Derwentwater Hotel maintains a dog-friendly environment with specific arrangements for pets, including extra towels for wet dogs and sausages at breakfast. The 7 hectare grounds provide space for walking dogs, and the hotel allows dogs in the bar and lounge areas. Staff routinely offer to dry dogs and ask if guests need additional towels for their pets.

Services & Activities

A 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning services are available for guests. The hotel offers meeting and banquet facilities, as well as a shared lounge and TV area. Guests can access public Wi-Fi across the property and use express check-in/check-out for convenience.

• Location: 7 hectares of lakeside grounds, 20-minute walk to Keswick
• Rooms: Individually furnished en-suite rooms with direct lake views
• Dining: Deer's Leap restaurant serving modern & traditional dishes
• Pet-Friendly: Specific arrangements for dogs including extra towels and sausages at breakfast
• Activities: Hiking, fishing, and walking trails from the hotel doorstep