Macdonald Leeming House Hotel - Watermillock

Georgian country house on Ullswater with AA Rosette dining and a private helipad

Rooms & Grounds

Macdonald Leeming House sits in 22 acres of gardens that lead directly to the shores of Ullswater. The 40 rooms include deluxe and super deluxe king categories, some with balconies that offer panoramic views of the lake and Cumbrian Fells. Guests have access to croquet on the lawn, a private fishing license on the river, and a private helipad for helicopter arrivals.

Dining

The Regency Restaurant at Leeming House holds an AA Rosette for Culinary Excellence and serves modern British cuisine using local ingredients. Meals can also be taken in the conservatory or on the terrace, which overlook the lake. The bar offers lighter options, and special diet menus, kids' meals, and breakfast in the room are available on request.

Weddings & Events

Macdonald Leeming House provides customized wedding packages that can be tailored to diverse needs, with exclusive use of function rooms that have lake views. The hotel's Regency-era architecture and the 22-acre grounds serve as a backdrop for ceremonies and receptions. Business meetings and corporate events are also accommodated, with meeting and banquet facilities, fax/photocopying services, and a dedicated event team.

Pet-Friendly Stays

The hotel is dog-friendly, with policies that allow pets in designated areas and amble walking spaces across the grounds. Direct access to the shores of Ullswater gives dogs space to explore, and the hotel provides a picnic area and outdoor furniture for guests traveling with pets. Special diet menus for dogs are not mentioned, but the grounds offer plenty of room for exercise and play.

Location & Activities

Situated in Watermillock, Leeming House Ullswater is a 15-minute drive from the M6 motorway and 7.5 miles from Penrith. Nearby attractions include Lowther Castle, Aira Force Waterfall (3 miles away, referenced by Wordsworth), and Glenridding Village on the lake. The hotel sits on the Ullswater Way walking route, with bus stops at the gates connecting to Penrith and Windermere stations.

• Location: On Ullswater, 15 min from M6, near Lowther Castle and Aira Force
• Rooms: 40 rooms, some with balconies and lake views
• Dining: AA Rosette Regency Restaurant with lake views
• Activities: Private fishing, croquet, helipad, direct lake access
• Pet-Friendly: Dog-friendly with grounds and lakeside walks
• Events: Customized weddings, corporate meetings in function rooms with views