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Macdonald Leeming House

Property class: 4

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A landscaped garden with a circular pond, neatly trimmed hedges, and a distant view of mountains.
A sunlit room with large windows, green wicker furniture, and a tiled floor.
A traditional living room with a fireplace, patterned furniture, and a large mirror.
A garden pathway leading to a stone building with a balcony.
A building with large arched windows, a stone facade, and a well-maintained garden.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
The current price is $196
$163 nightly
$196 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19

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Watermillock Nr Penrith, Penrith, England, CA11 0JJ
  • Place, Ullswater
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Lodore Falls
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed (Super Deluxe King)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a coffee table with breakfast items, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe King)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a desk with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Super Deluxe Suite)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Double)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a striped sofa, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Deluxe Suite)

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a desk, a television, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Standard King)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a dark wooden headboard, a framed picture on the wall, a bedside lamp, and a telephone on the nightstand.

Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Standard Double)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 214 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, 1 Double Bed (Suite)

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Penrith

With a stay at Macdonald Leeming House in Penrith, you'll be on a lake, within a 5-minute drive of Ullswater and Aira Force. .This hotel is 19.6 mi (31.5 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 15.3 mi (24.6 km) from Lake Windermere.

What's nearby

  • Ullswater - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Derwentwater - 26 min drive - 23.5 miles
  • Lodore Falls - 41 min drive - 26.1 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 47 min drive - 39.9 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 58 min drive - 45.4 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Pooley Bridge Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Crown Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Greggs - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Troutbeck Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Aira Force Nt Tea Room - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Macdonald Leeming House

Macdonald Leeming House offers 41 accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Penrith hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Stay in one of 41 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. This Victorian hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.
Enjoy British cuisine at The Regency, a restaurant where you can take in the garden view, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Full breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.
A hosted evening meal is available for a surcharge daily (reservations required).
The Regency - Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant specializes in British cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 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

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Fishing
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • 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 elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Non-plastic coffee stirrers available
  • Non-plastic drinking straws available
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Some profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Victorian architecture
  • Waste recycling policy

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

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Iron/ironing board
  • 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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 12:30 PM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests have access to the outdoor and indoor pools, fitness facility, and spa at a partner property, located 19 miles (30.5 kilometers) away. Transportation to the partner property is not provided.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately GBP 26.00 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 20 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 20.00 (subject to availability)
  • Hosted evening meal: GBP 65

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 214 out of 409 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 409 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 409 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 409 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 409 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Thoroughly enjoyed our stay, hotel based in beautiful location, comfy room and very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing view and access to the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful lake side property in a stunning location with beautiful grounds to explore. Conveniently located to explore the local areas and very friendly / helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The hotel was beautiful, and the lake views were lovely. We especially appreciated that it was dog-friendly. The staff were friendly and welcoming, and the breakfast was excellent. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful stay, absolutely wonderful, helpful staff. We would definitely recommend and will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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A delightful stay. Room was spacious, clean, with great views. Lots of choice for breakfast. We only stayed one night but walked down to the waterfront in the morning which was definitely worth doing. Would love to return again soon!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was nice stay, I love the view from the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful hotel and gorgeous rooms and friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms clean and tidy great view of lake, nice atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Good location, very quiet , only thing missing is air conditioner in rooms, makes rooms uncomfortable on hot days.I appreciate it’s a period property however, these days you could install sympathetically using new technology . Food excellent, service pleasant friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Lovely bedroom, comfortable lounges, good restaurant, great views of Ullswater.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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We love the hotel. Lovely hotel and food. The views of the lake is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic peaceful hotel

Once again another fantastic stay, lovely friendly staff, great room service and fantastic views
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Peaceful and beautiful hotel

Beautiful hotel in a peaceful setting by the Lake. Staff excellent, room perfect and food fantastic
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location

Excellent stay in a beautiful setting, wonderful hotel with amazing staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were lovely. We loved that there were vegan menu options. Room was lovely and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel and grounds very kind and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Super views, lovely location and not too busy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Luxury at an affordable price

It is just a fantastic, relaxing venue that is a delight to stay in. The food was lovely and service was great all round.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Very pet friendly. Stunning location. Friendly and professional staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Classic elegant hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous Cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Top notch service and great views!!

Amazing hotel and great breakfast! Views incredible
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location with views of Ullswater
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025