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Macdonald Leeming House

4.0 star property
Lakefront hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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View from property
Exterior
Interior
Lobby
Mountain view

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
    Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Room service
    Room service
  • Laundry
    Laundry
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Watermillock Nr Penrith, Penrith, England, CA11 0JJ
  • Ullswater
    5 min walk
  • Aira Force
    4 min drive
  • Dalemain
    5 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    49 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 19.8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 19.8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Double)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Double)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Suite)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Suite)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Super Deluxe King)

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Super Deluxe King)

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Eco-friendly cleaning supplies
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Penrith

At Macdonald Leeming House you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Ullswater and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Aira Force. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The fine-dining restaurant, The Regency, serves British cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Full breakfast is available daily between 8 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Penrith hotel include Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lake Windermere.

What's nearby

  • Ullswater - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Aira Force - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Lowther Castle and Gardens - 22 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Lodore Falls - 25 min drive - 30.2 km
  • Hellvellyn - 29 min drive - 32.2 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station - 17 min drive
  • Leeds (LBA-Leeds Bradford) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rheged Centre - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sun Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boot & Shoe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Travellers Rest Glenridding - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fellbites - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Leeming House

Lakefront hotel with 24-hour front desk and coffee shop/cafe
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A library, a terrace, and barbecue grills are also featured at the eco-certified Macdonald Leeming House. The hotel can provide concierge services and wedding services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. You'll have access to the indoor pool and health club at a partner property.

This Victorian Penrith hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 41 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Macdonald Leeming House offers 41 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Penrith hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Tourism Programme – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: GBP 26 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Hosted evening meal available daily for a fee of GBP 65; reservation required
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • The Regency

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 50.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately GBP 26.00 per person
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 50.00 (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal: GBP 65

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Barclaycard. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Leeming House
Macdonald Leeming
Macdonald Leeming House
Macdonald Leeming House Hotel
Macdonald Leeming House Hotel Penrith
Macdonald Leeming House Penrith
Macdonald Leeming House Hotel
Macdonald Leeming House, Ullswater Hotel Penrith
Macdonald Leeming Penrith
Macdonald Leeming House Penrith
Macdonald Leeming House Hotel Penrith

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Macdonald Leeming House?

Macdonald Leeming House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Macdonald Leeming House?

As of 18 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macdonald Leeming House on 3 Dec 2024 start from AU$260.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Macdonald Leeming House?

Yep, Macdonald Leeming House has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Macdonald Leeming House serve breakfast?

Yep, full brekkie is served daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Macdonald Leeming House?

No, Macdonald Leeming House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Macdonald Leeming House?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Macdonald Leeming House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Macdonald Leeming House?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Macdonald Leeming House Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 341 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 101 out of 341 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 341 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 341 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 341 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dipa

Business traveller, Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful Hotel
Amazing in every way possible. Room was amazing and the view was spectacular of Ullswater Lake. Thoroughly enjoyed stopping for night on our way to Glasgow. Would definitely come back again. The breakfast was so good. And the bed was way too comfy. Private footpath to the lake.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pankajkumar, Melton Mowbray

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super views, lovely location and not too busy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful location
Excellent stay in a beautiful setting, wonderful hotel with amazing staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Partners 50th
Restful and peaceful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff. Just excellent! Friendly, efficient, thoughtful. Very good chef!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Niko

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

iain

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and quiet and the views of the lake are stunning. Lovely breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Travelled with partner
What a tremendous find. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel by the lake
Lovely large gardens overlooking the lake with seats at various points to enjoy the views.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel, gardens and location were superb, as was the friendliness and professionalism of the staff. The reason that this was not a 5 star review was due to the fact that the evening meal was both average and expensive - as were the bar prices. £22 for a glass of Rose and a rum and coke are central London prices, which was disappointing. The breakfast was fine.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liesl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing and unforgettable stay
We had a lovely family stay at Macdonald Leeming House recently. Firstly, all the staff were really amazing and nothing was too much effort. They made the overall stay experience great. I loved the interior and design of the manor and the gardens are beautiful. It is around 5 minutes to walk to the lake which is very convenient. We would definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Stephen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
this hotel is tired and shabby and expensive for what it was . it needs lots of investment for this to be a good hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Else

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Maurice

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Polly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
EV chargers not working, comfortable room
We booked because the listing indicates EV Chargers available, when we got there the chargers had not been ‘wired in’ according to the receptionist. This was disappointing. The lounge was comfortable and we ate in there. Joseph was attentive to our needs, friendly and gave us some really fab recommendations for the area. For the property itself, generally we would say the lounge furniture needs upholstering and a degree of modernisation throughout the public areas would really lift the place. Comfortable bedroom, quiet location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Short getaway
Amazing short trip away. Beautiful surroundings, excellent food, attentive staff. Warm and tidy room, bathroom a little tired but clean and functional. Was asked on check out for feedback only thing to add was wi fi would have been useful to help plan activities. Overall a fabulous individual hotel steeped in history on the edge of Ullswater.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023