Augill Castle
South Stainmore , Kirkby Stephen , Cumbria, United Kingdom, CA17 4DE
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expert-rated hotels in Lake District- Recommended for:
- Families with teenagers, Families with younger children, Foodies, Travellers with pets, Chilling out, Education, Great views / scenery, Relaxation
Best for Families - Expert review of Augill Castle
Stylish accommodation and great family facilities? Yes, we can.
Augill Castle takes the cosiness of a homely guesthouse, adds the finesse of a boutique hotel and stirs in a thought-of-everything approach of a luxury family escape. No wonder it has picked up a slew of awards. To me, it looks like a fairytale castle, set in run-wild grounds. The sturdy front door opens to reveal a gloriously rambling house, oozing historic charm.
Location:
Just outside up-and-coming Kirkby Stephen on the fringe of the Eden Valley, the hidden-gem secret of the east Lakes.
Bedrooms:
Contemporary but unfussy with the nice touches of sherry, biscuits and a teddy bear in each of the 14 rooms awaiting your arrival. I stayed in one of the quieter Estate rooms in an annexe to the main-house Castle rooms.
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Public areas:
The music room is full of DVDs and toys, the leather-sofa drawing room with its adjoining honesty bar the place for post bedtime-story jazz compilations, good books and large whiskies.
Eating and drinking:
Meals are served en famille in a grand dining room with a set-price fixed menu. No dinner available the night I stayed but the owners advised on the best local options.
Leisure facilities:
With expansive grounds and fresh Lakeland air, who needs a spa?
Service:
The atmosphere is friendly and family run with an easy-going, informal air.
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Who stays there:
Families attending the Little Cooks cookery school, international visitors exploring the Lakes, first-time parents who earned a rest.
Price advice:
Use the booking tool above to find details of good-value packages. Two-course dinner from £20; children aged 13+ charged as adults.
Pros:
Great base for exploring
Home-comfort touches
An oasis-of-calm honesty bar
Cons:
Sharing communal breakfast
More information on Augill Castle:
- Type:
- Hotel
- Address:
- South Stainmore , Kirkby Stephen , Cumbria, United Kingdom, CA17 4DE
- Free tags / Keywords:
- Cookery classes and foraging
- Amenities:
- High-Speed Internet, Parking, Pets Allowed, Restaurant
