Ees Wyke Country House

The Ees Wyke Country House offers peace and comfort in a spectacular setting overlooking Esthwaite Water. The view, which embraces the Langdale Pikes, Scafell Pike and Coniston Old Man, never failed to impress during the two days we spent there this week. The house itself is airy, comfortably furnished and immaculate. Our room ("Sunshine") was undeniably on the small side, but perfectly adequate and spotlessly clean. (It was serviced very thoroughly - not subject to a mere flick around - after day one.) But after the view it is the food which will remain in my memory. Having experienced it I was astonished to learn that the kitchen is a single-handed operation. A short but imaginative menu, which changes daily, offers dishes produced to a standard which would command considerably higher prices elsewhere. The dining room is elegant, and the well spaced tables are covered with starched white linen. There is no background music. It is common to heap praise on a place where you have enjoyed yourself, and the result is often exaggeration. However, it is simply true true that the breakfast on offer at Ees Wyke is the most lavish and most appetising I have ever experienced. The owner, Richard, who is also Chef, is a likeable, unassuming man with a quiet sense of humour. Ees Wyke is not merely an escape from the lunacies of modern life: it is an escape from the lunacies of a commercialised Lake District. Long may it continue.

Fantastic stay. Stayed the exact same time 5 years prior in 2020. Same owner, same beautiful views, bedroom seems dated but fits location in more than one way and the beautiful award winning breakfast really tops off the experience. I cannot wait to visit for a third time. Extra addition with the new front of house with a great personality making you feel very welcome.

Fantastic place and staff. Very recommended The building itself is very nice and located in amazing grounds with a lovely view of the lake. All staff are very attentive, kind and accommodating especially with dietary requirements. The food is also excellent.Would highly recommend this to anyone and we will for sure be returning

a patch of Heaven. Even with gloomy weather.. amazing place. Quiet, cosy, welcoming. It ticks all the boxes for a detox weekend. You can really unplug here

Macclesfield Mike If you like a country house hotel, this is for you. Lovely rooms, wonderful views. Chef/Patron Richard looks to cook great food without pretension. Hence the regular awards for good food in the dining room. The staff were excellent without exception. Wonderful views acrossLake Etterthwaite with ospreys nesting on opposite bank. Visit the cafe across the lake from the hotel to see the chicks on the live camera feed. Only 2 miles from the Hawkshead side of the Windermere ferry. However if coming from the Coniston end stay on the B5285 and ignore the sat nAv if you want to avoid some narrow roads.

A delightful stay The inside of this country home was just delightful. Loved our stay - the staff, the food, the beautiful views. Lots of thought has gone into guest conveniences and extra touches that made our stay great. The bedrooms are not big but there are a couple of lounges and a good drinks selection that we enjoyed. I would return anytime!