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Raise Cottage
Hostel
A591 Pass of Dunmail Raise, Grasmere, LA22 9RT, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.1/10! (score from 138 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
Shame no breakfast 🍳 but due to Covid couldn’t be helped.location pretty local.. lovely cottage 😀with fantastic views..
Jacqueline
United Kingdom
United KingdomAmazing location, easy access to Grasmere and nearby shops/walks. Very beautiful view out the windows. Very nice room and bathroom, with great water pressure. Philip is very friendly, definitely will return in the future
Vivie
United Kingdom
United KingdomWe really enjoyed the stay. Hosts were amazing location is amazing the cottage itself is amazing! The highlight was the fireplace we could use in the evenings! Thank you again!
Peter
United Kingdom
United KingdomThe owner was super friendly and helpful in giving advice and answering questions. The bedroom and bathroom were very clean.
Vanessa
United Kingdom
United KingdomThoughtful and helpful owner. Very clean room. High quality bedsheets. Top quality mattress guarantes great rest and sleep. Amazing view from the window.
Ramunė
Lithuania
LithuaniaGreat location for walking, friendly owners, peace and quiet
Toby
United Kingdom
United KingdomThis was a wonderful stay, 3 friends who were doing the Bob Graham Round walk stayed on 5th Sept. We turned up wet and had a lovely welcome from Philip and Sam. The property exceeded our expectations and was welcoming, clean and in a great location on Dunmail Raise for an ascent of steel fell the next morning. We had really lovely and useful discusions in the evening about the surrounding area and its mountains, they have a wealth of knowledge and I would thoroughly recommend this place.
Elizabeth
United Kingdom
United KingdomSimple, clean. Extremely helpful despite the problems of Covid lockdown, and run by a true gentleman. We got up in the morning to find our damp boots had been stuffed with newspaper and set to dry! Just when I thought that couldn't be topped, we then got advice on our planned route and the effects of the weather which turned out to be spot on.
Andy
United Kingdom
United KingdomThe owners were very friendly. They had 2 lovely dogs. The cottage was in a beautiful location just by the main road surrounded by mountains between Windermere and Keswick.
K
United Kingdom
United KingdomIdeal location for good walks without the need of taking the car, plenty of food options nearby only a short drive away. Pet friendly property without extra charge. Rooms are clean and kept to a high standard, it exceeded our expectations and would recommend for a romantic getaway. We enjoyed the views from the room and the recently renovated bathroom was a nice touch. I would stay there again.
Estel
United Kingdom
United Kingdom9.1
Superb
138 reviews
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Situated on the summit of Dunmail Raise, the family-run Raise Cottage offers double rooms with private bathrooms and a 4 bed bunk room featuring a private bathroom 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 9.1 for a two-person trip.
Most popular facilities
Pets allowed
Free parking
Free WiFi
4 reasons to choose Raise Cottage
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See what guests loved the most:
Jacqueline
United Kingdom“Shame no breakfast 🍳 but due to Covid couldn’t be helped.location pretty local.. lovely cottage 😀with fantastic views..”
VivieUnited Kingdom“Amazing location, easy access to Grasmere and nearby shops/walks. Very beautiful view out the windows. Very nice room and bathroom, with great water pressure. Philip is very friendly, definitely will return in the future”
PeterUnited Kingdom“We really enjoyed the stay. Hosts were amazing location is amazing the cottage itself is amazing! The highlight was the fireplace we could use in the evenings! Thank you again!”- VanessaUnited Kingdom“The owner was super friendly and helpful in giving advice and answering questions. The bedroom and bathroom were very clean.”
- Ramunė
Lithuania“Thoughtful and helpful owner. Very clean room. High quality bedsheets. Top quality mattress guarantes great rest and sleep. Amazing view from the window.” 
TobyUnited Kingdom“Great location for walking, friendly owners, peace and quiet”
ElizabethUnited Kingdom“This was a wonderful stay, 3 friends who were doing the Bob Graham Round walk stayed on 5th Sept. We turned up wet and had a lovely welcome from Philip and Sam. The property exceeded our expectations and was welcoming, clean and in a great location...”
AndyUnited Kingdom“Simple, clean. Extremely helpful despite the problems of Covid lockdown, and run by a true gentleman. We got up in the morning to find our damp boots had been stuffed with newspaper and set to dry! Just when I thought that couldn't be topped, we...”
KUnited Kingdom“The owners were very friendly. They had 2 lovely dogs. The cottage was in a beautiful location just by the main road surrounded by mountains between Windermere and Keswick.”- EstelUnited Kingdom“Ideal location for good walks without the need of taking the car, plenty of food options nearby only a short drive away. Pet friendly property without extra charge. Rooms are clean and kept to a high standard, it exceeded our expectations and would...”
Property surroundings
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Guests loved walking around the neighbourhood!
Excellent location - show map
Restaurants & cafes
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Cafe/bar The Travellers Rest1 miles
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Restaurant Sara's Bistro2 miles
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Cafe/bar Sara's Bistro2 miles
Natural beauty
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Lake Easedale Tarn2.6 miles
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Mountain Fairfield Peak3 miles
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Lake Grasmere3 miles
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Lake Thirlmere3 miles
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Mountain Scarfell Pike11 miles
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All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Facilities of Raise Cottage
Outdoors
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
Internet
WiFi is available in some hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
General
Languages spoken
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
Please note that stout footwear is required to access Raise Cottage as it is situated on the fell side.
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.
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.
Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service operating hours.
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.
FAQs about Raise Cottage
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Raise Cottage by:
- Train 3h
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Raise Cottage is 2.2 miles from the centre of Grasmere.
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The prices at Raise Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Check-in at Raise Cottage is from 16:30, and check-out is until 10:00.
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Raise Cottage offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Hiking
