Macdonald Leeming House - 4-Star Hotel in Watermillock

Macdonald Leeming House occupies a Georgian mansion set within 22 acres of gardens and grounds that reach the shores of Ullswater. The hotel offers 40 bedrooms, some with balconies overlooking the lake and the Cumbrian Fells. Guests have access to a private helipad, a croquet lawn, and a private fishing license on the river.

The Regency Restaurant holds an AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and serves modern British cuisine sourced from local ingredients. For informal meals, the conservatory and terrace provide a relaxed setting for lunches and dinners. The hotel also offers special celebratory arrangements and gourmet dining options, plus a bar and room service for in-room dining.

The hotel is dog-friendly, with direct access to lakeside walking trails and ample grounds for exercise. Dogs are permitted in most public areas, including a separate dining room for guests with pets. The property provides outdoor furniture and a picnic area for guests traveling with their dogs.

Macdonald Leeming House offers customized wedding packages designed for diverse needs, with exclusive use of function rooms that have panoramic lake views. The hotel has a business centre, meeting facilities, and can host corporate events in a serene lakeside environment. An electric vehicle charging station and accessible parking are available on-site.

The hotel sits on the shores of Ullswater in Watermillock, 7.5 miles from Penrith and 3 miles from Aira Force Waterfall. Nearby attractions include Lowther Castle, Glenridding Village, and the steamer pier at Glenridding for lake cruises. Guests can walk the Ullswater Way or explore Wainwright's routes directly from the hotel grounds.

AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence

Private helipad on-site

Private fishing license on the river

22 acres of gardens with croquet lawn

Dog-friendly with separate dining room

Customized wedding packages with lake-view function rooms