About this property
Your perfect lakes escape begins here, at our family-run hotel situated in the bustling village of Braithwaite.
Experience the beauty of the surrounding areas from our newly renovated hotel where nature intertwines with Victorian elegance. Whether you’re joining us for a family adventure, a foodie getaway or to romanticise the views towards Skiddaw; we are the perfect base for your getaway.
The Ruddings has now been transformed into a boutique hotel, offering a unique blend of timeless charm and modern luxury. Each of our 21 rooms and suites is individual and offers a selection of spaciously appointed, characterful rooms, all luxuriously furnished by our local friends at Satu Interiors. Contemporary features and sophisticated furnishings provide the little luxuries to make your stay at The Ruddings unforgettable. If you would like to book one of our dog-friendly rooms, please make us aware at the time of making a reservation.
You can expect to wake up refreshed and indulge in a delightful breakfast to kickstart your day of exploration. Nestled amidst the stunning landscapes of the Lake District, The Ruddings is ideally situated near the magnificent Grisedale Pike and the spectacular hanging valley: Coledale Horseshoe, beckoning adventurers and nature enthusiasts alike.
For the foodies, you can savor a culinary journey during your stay with us. Our talented chefs craft exquisite dishes using locally sourced ingredients, ensuring a true taste of the region.
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We Price Match
You can claim a refund for the difference if you find your reservation cheaper on another website.
Just remember to reach out after booking with us. If you file your We Price Match claim via email, you'll need to provide us with a screenshot of and a link to the other offer. You can also file a We Price Match claim over the phone by calling our Customer Service. In any case, the other offer must be online and available when we check.
We Price Match checklist
- The other offer must be for the same property and accommodation type.
- The other offer must be for the same check-in and check-out dates.
- The other offer must have the same cancellation policy and conditions.
- The other offer must be for the same number of occupants.
- The other offer must have the same add-on/meal plan.
- The better deal must be in the local currency of the property.
When can't you make a claim?
- If the other offer is on a website that doesn't reveal the property or accommodation type you'll be staying in until after booking.
- If the other offer is available on an opaque, suspicious, and/or likely-to-be-fraudulent website.
- If the other offer is part of a loyalty or rewards program, where the price is reduced by the property or website for actions like repeat business, logging in, using a coupon code, referring others, or any other action that reduces the original price.
- If your current reservation is a "Partner offer" (these are labeled as such on our platform and are provided by partner companies) or if you're comparing the other offer to a "Partner Offer" on our platform.
- If you cancel your booking.
- If you book a single-unit property, which by nature can't be available elsewhere.
- Stays reserves the right to make the sole determination regarding a customer's eligibility to receive the price match.
Found your booking cheaper elsewhere?
- Look for "Found this room cheaper elsewhere?" on your confirmation page.
- Validate that the cheaper offer meets all the requirements (review checklist).
- Save the link to the cheaper offer (example: www.hotel.com/93203920).
- Take a screenshot (or multiple) making sure all the relevant data is captured (review checklist).
- Contact Customer Service.
- After claim validation, we will amend the reservation price (if possible) or provide further instruction for you to claim an after-stay refund of the price difference.
- Stays reserves the right to make the sole determination regarding a customer's eligibility to receive the price match.
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Interested in this property?
Submit a booking request and well follow up with availability for your dates.
House rules
Please note that rooms contain either a bath, a shower or both. If guests have any preference to the bathroom arrangement, this information can be added during the booking phase in the 'Special Request' box. Although the property does their best to accommodate guests' wishes, this request is still subject to availability.
All rooms are on either the first or second floor, with access from the reception. Please contact the property if you have any mobility requests.
There is no cycle storage available.
Please note that irrespective of future government changes to VAT rates and your arrival date, the gross price of your booking will not change.
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Julie
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
family with young children · Double Room
Steve
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
family with young children · Twin Room
Facilities of The Ruddings
Food & Drink
- Wine/champagne
- Kids' meals
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Bar
- Restaurant
- All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
- Physical distancing in dining areas
Internet
- Internet services
Safety & Security
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
General
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoors
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
Activities
- Golf course (within 3 km)
Media & Technology
- Pet bowls
- Daily housekeeping
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Packed lunches
- Express check-in/check-out
Health & Safety
- First aid kit available
- Process in place to check health of guests
- Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
- Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
- Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
Living Area
- Parking
Other
- Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
- Physical distancing rules followed
- Cashless payment available
- Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays
- Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
- Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus
