Get away from it all at Rothay Manor- a luxurious boutique hotel in Ambleside- Cumbria. Set amidst the wild hills and glittering tarns of the Lake District- this country house retreat is the perfect tonic for the bustle of modern life. Its cozy rooms and elegant suites are havens in themselves- complete with sumptuous beds- fluffy dressing gowns and contemporary bathrooms. While downstairs- the comfortable drawing room is perfect for relaxing- planning your Lake District adventures or chatting to other guests over drinks and nibbles. A thoughtfully restored Grade II listed house- Rothay Manor wears its heritage proudly- with hardwood floors and Lewis and Wood wallpaper in the award-winning restaurant. But the celebrated executive chef also draws on Japanese and Scandinavian traditions to create menus that burst with imagination and flavor. In between meals- explore the beautiful gardens- walk the shores of Lake Windermere- or lace up your hiking boots and take to the fells. The hotel offers a local walking guide- and sustainable foraging expeditions in spring and summer. To get even more active- ask about mountain biking- paddle boarding or wild swimming in nearby tarns. This part of Cumbria was also home to William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter- whose homes are open to the public. Rothay Manor puts you within easy distance of it all- and will warmly welcome you back when your Ambleside adventures are over. Rothay Manor is a Small Luxury Hotels of the World property.