The Melbreak Country Hotel

This family-run hotel rests on the western edge of the Lake District, offering dramatic, panoramic views of the Loweswater Valley and mountains beyond.

Set against the imposing Melbreak, from which the hotel takes it name, and the rugged coastline of the Solway Firth, this country house hotel lies in 3 acres of idyllic grounds. The new Conservatory Restaurant provides superb views of the surrounding landscape. The lounge bar, popular with locals and guests alike, is a relaxing place to enjoy a drink or light snack.

Conveniently positioned just off the A66, the main route through the North Lakes, The Melbreak Country Hotel offers easy access for Workington and the Cumbrian coast.

Rooms: 35

Availability

Hotel Facilities

General

Restaurant – Bar – Garden – Non-Smoking Rooms – Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests – Heating

Activities

Golf Course (within 3 km) – Children's Playground

Services

Meeting/Banquet Facilities – Breakfast in the Room

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel and charges are applicable.

Guest Parking

Free public parking is possible on site.

Hotel information

The Melbreak Hotel offers conference facilities for up to 50 delegates.

Room information

Tastefully converted from an 18th century farmstead, the hotel offers en suite bedrooms with tea/coffee making facilities, a TV and direct dial phones. Most overlook the mountains and fells. Smoking and Non Smoking rooms are available on request.

Area information

The Melbreak Hotel is situated on the west coast of Cumbria in The Lake District National Park. Keswick is a 30 minute drive away. Just beyond, within a 20 minute drive, are the southern lakes of Windermere and Thirlmere, and the western lakes of Wast Water, Ennerdale Water and Crummock Water. The harbour towns of Whitehaven and Maryport are only a few minutes drive away.

Travel information

By car from the North:
- Follow the M6 motorway and exit at junction 44, heading west through Carlisle onto the A595.
- Take the Cockermouth bypass and join the A66 for Workington.
- Turn left onto the A595 for Whitehaven and after travelling about 600 yards you will find a sign for the hotel on the right hand side.
- Continue for a further 200 yards and you will find the entrance on your right.

By car from the south:
- Exit the M6 at junction 40 signposted Penrith.
- Continue west along the A66 and bypass Cockermouth.
- Turn left onto the A595 for Whitehaven and continue as above.

The nearest train station is in Workington (2 miles), and the nearest airports are Manchester and Newcastle, both around a 2 hour drive from the hotel.

Important information

Any guests wanting to check-in after 22:30 must inform reception before their arrival.

If you want a table in the restaurant on a Friday or Saturday evening, it is advised to book in advance to avoid disappointment.

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