Hostel Raise Cottage
A591 Pass of Dunmail Raise, Grasmere, LA22 9RT, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.2/10! (score from 202 reviews)
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Excellent stay. Home made bread and jam was real delicious. Cosy room, lovely host. Recommended
United KingdomIn s beautiful position outside grasmere with amazing walks right from the door. Really friendly and helpful hosts. Comfy bed nice room and really good value.
United KingdomIt was one of the most amazing travel experiances I had. Raise cottage is not just a place where to sleep when you travel. You are becoming like a part of the family for some short period and don't want to leave it in the end. I am very happy that I decided to stay here and met very hospitable Philip and Sam and other nice people who I shared a room and amazing breakfast with. I hope to have a chance to visit Lake District again and if I do I will defenatly stay here!
RussiaA beautiful old house that's had a lot of love put into restoring it , great scenic location and very comfortable and friendly.
United KingdomPhilip is an excellent host and the cottage is amazing! Stunning views and an incredible location and great hospitality makes this one of the best places I have ever stayed in. Highly recommended. An unimprovable experience I will never forget!
United KingdomPhillip and Sam were great - very welcoming and offering excellent advice on walks and other activities. Very good location near the bus stops, and excellent fell side views. Comfortable bed, great shower, nice friendly breakfast with other guests.
AustraliaAmazing cottage that is unique, warm with super friendly owners and the best homemade jam
United KingdomVery comfortable room with wood-fired oven. Bathrooms und sleeping rooms were freshly renovated. Didn’t sleep the last 6 nights during our vacation as good as in Raise Cottage. If you like hiking through the hills, it’s a perfect spot to start your tour. There’s a bus station right in front of the cottage. Would definitely book again!
GermanyThe room was very modern and comfortable with a modern ensuite. Lovely view from the window. 5 minute drive to grassmere. Easy access to all part of the lakes.
United KingdomThe bed was comfy. The room was lovely, with a great view. Everywhere was very clean. The shower was lovely. The host was friendly and very helpful. The breakfast was delicious, with homemade bread and jam. Advice given for our first day in the Lakes helped us have a great day.
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Raise Cottage
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Situated on the summit of Dunmail Raise, the family-run Raise Cottage offers beds in dormitory rooms with free WiFi throughout. Nestled on the slopes of Seat Sandal, it is a prime location for hiking and outdoor activities.
Each dormitory room has access to a shared shower room.
In the mornings, Raise Cottage offers a portion of cereal and a slice of toast per person, along with tea and coffee in the dining room. With prior request, packed lunches, and evening meals are also available.
With a log fire and a garden, Raise Cottage has barbecue facilities. Other facilities offered at the property include a shared lounge. The property is adjacent to the Coast to Coast Path and surrounded by mountain bike routes. The main bus route from Windermere Railway Station to Keswick stops just outside the cottage.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
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Double Room with Mountain View
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Double Room with Mountain View
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Double Bed with Log Burning Stove (shared bathroom)
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Superior Double Room with Lake View - En suite
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We serve a simple breakfast. This includes a selection of high quality teas, freshly ground coffee. (i don't have instant) and bread that is freshly made that morning. We also make our own strawberry jam every other day to serve with the bread. Breakfast is served from 6am, (4 or 5am by request) until 8.30am. as this property is really geared up for walkers, runners and cyclist. It will not suit people who wish to indulge in alcohol till late in the evening. Drunkenness will not be tolerated and your stay will be cut short. Consequently I would prefer if you are a smoker or drinker that you chose somewhere else to stay, there are plenty on offer in the village which are also nearer to the local public houses and wine bars.
Property surroundings
– Excellent location - show mapWhat's nearby *
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Rydal Water3.4 miles
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Rydal Mount & Gardens3.6 miles
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Derwentwater7.5 miles
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Scafell Pike7.6 miles
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Cat Bells7.6 miles
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Tarn Hows8 miles
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Grizedale Forest8.2 miles
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Theatre by the Lake8.4 miles
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Wastwater Lake9 miles
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Lake Windermere9.4 miles
Restaurants and markets *
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The Travellers Rest Cafe/bar1 miles
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Co-Op Supermarket2 miles
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Sara's Bistro Restaurant2 miles
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Sara's Bistro Cafe/bar2 miles
Natural beauty *
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Easedale Tarn Lake2.6 miles
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Fairfield Peak Mountain3 miles
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Grasmere Lake3 miles
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Thirlmere Lake3 miles
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Scarfell Pike Mountain11 miles
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Buttermere9.6 miles
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World of Beatrix Potter9.8 miles
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Hill Top9.9 miles
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Coniston Water10.1 miles
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Whinlatter Forest Park11.5 miles
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Wasdale11.6 miles
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RetryFacilities of Raise Cottage Great facilities! Review score, 9.2
Outdoors
- Garden
Pets
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Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
- Hiking
- Library
Food & Drink
- Bottle of water
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
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Free! Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
General
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
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Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
There is no capacity for cots at this property.
There is no capacity for extra beds at this property.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Raise Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
The name of the bus stop next to the property is 'Dunmail Raise North'. If the bus driver does not know the name of this stop, it is next to the old AA box on the top of Dunmail Raise.
Directions arriving from the South:
Depart the M6 motorway at junction 36 and join the A590 towards Windermere (which soon becomes the A591). From here it is about a 30 miles drive through the South Lakes. Stay on the A591 and pass Kendal before driving through Windemere, Ambleside and Grasmere. Stay on the A591, pass the Swan hotel, Raise Cottage is situated approximately 2 miles past Grasmere and a mile and a half past the Traveller’s Rest pub on the summit of Dunmail Raise. Park in the lay-by on the right hand side of the road (look out for the AA box).
Directions arriving from the North:
Depart the M6 motorway at junction 40 and drive West on the A66 until reaching Threlkeld. Turn off onto Station Road / B5322 (there will be a brown tourist sign for the mining museum). Join the A591 and pass the King’s Head Hotel, continue for 4 and a half miles enjoying the view of Thilmere Reservoir, Raise Cottage can be found on the left shortly after the dual carriageway. Lookout for the AA box and park in the lay-by on the left hand side of the road.
Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
Please inform Raise Cottage in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
