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2026 Hot Tub Breaks in Lake District, Keswick, Windermere, Ambleside & More!
2026 Hot Tub Breaks in Lake District, Keswick, Windermere, Ambleside & More!
Eskdale Retreat is a luxury holiday home in Boot, Cumbria. This grand former vicarage sits on 10 acres of woodland and meadows in the Lake District National Park. Perfect for large groups with room for 16 guests across 8 bedrooms. The property combines modern luxury with traditional Lake District character. Wainwright himself called this "one of the loveliest of Lakeland's valleys" - and he wasn't wrong.
The location is brilliant. You've got rugged hills, fells, lakes and even the coast all within reach. Four pubs dot the valley, with two just a short walk away. Fancy getting wet? Try canoeing, kayaking, or wild swimming. More of a land-lover? The area offers incredible hiking, biking and climbing opportunities.
Eskdale Retreat is a luxury holiday home in Boot, Cumbria. This grand former vicarage sits on 10 acres of woodland and meadows in the Lake District National Park. Perfect for large groups with room for 16 guests across 8 bedrooms. The property combines modern luxury with traditional Lake District character. Wainwright himself called this "one of the loveliest of Lakeland's valleys" - and he wasn't wrong.
The location is brilliant. You've got rugged hills, fells, lakes and even the coast all within reach. Four pubs dot the valley, with two just a short walk away. Fancy getting wet? Try canoeing, kayaking, or wild swimming. More of a land-lover? The area offers incredible hiking, biking and climbing opportunities. After a day out, sink into the hot tub with a favourite drink.
The main house features six beautifully designed bedrooms - Scafell with its copper bath, Bela Tarn with purple décor, spacious Great Howe, bright Hardknott, woodland-themed Green Crag and La'al Ratty with adult-sized bunks. The Coach House adds two more rooms - Whillan Beck with its black stone bath and ground-floor Stanley Ghyll. Every bedroom has its own bathroom, so no awkward hallway dashes in your towel!
Nearby, you'll find Muncaster Castle (5 miles, 12 minutes), Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway (3 miles, 8 minutes), Wastwater Lake (5 miles, 15 minutes) and Scafell Pike (7 miles, 20 minutes). Perfect for day trips before returning to your luxury base.
Eskdale Retreat offers the ultimate Lake District experience. Groups will love the cinema room, top-notch kitchen equipment and space to spread out. The hot tub's the cherry on top of this magnificent cake.
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Updated: 1 Nov 2026, 4:50am
4-Bedroom Hot Tub Barn in Allithwaite is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
51m
(167 feet above sea level)
4-Bedroom Hot Tub Barn in Allithwaite sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.3929000° N | Longitude: 3.280374° W
Today's sun times for Boot (Sunday, 1 November 2026):
7:15am
Sunrise
3:38pm
Golden Hour
4:38pm
Sunset
This month in Boot, you have approximately 9.39 hours of daylight. The shortening days create the perfect excuse for earlier hot tub sessions.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at 4-Bedroom Hot Tub Barn in Allithwaite.
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Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Eskdale Retreat
Set in 10 acres of woodland and meadows, guests love the private natural surroundings within the Lake District National Park.
After hiking the fells, guests can soak tired muscles in the private hot tub while taking in the stunning Lake District views.
All eight bedrooms have their own bathrooms, giving everyone privacy and eliminating morning queues.
The dedicated cinema room provides entertainment for rainy days or evening relaxation after exploring Eskdale.
Cooking for large groups is easy with dual Neff ovens, induction hobs and professional-grade appliances throughout.
The location offers immediate access to hiking, biking, climbing, kayaking and wild swimming opportunities.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach Eskdale Retreat by car, take the A595 and follow signs for Boot in Eskdale. The property is located within the Lake District National Park and you'll have off-road parking for up to 8 cars upon arrival.
For those traveling by rail, the nearest station is Ravenglass, which is part of the Cumbrian Coast Line. From there, you can take the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway (La'al Ratty) to Boot, followed by a short walk to the property.
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Located 0.7 miles from your accommodation.
Postcode: CA19 1TG
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Postcode: CA19 1TF
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Postcode: CA19 1UB
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