The dishes showed a lot of thought and there were no ingredients that did not belong. I’ve not mentioned the front of house staff who were excellent throughout. They were knowledgeable about the food and happy to talk about any of the dishes. But what will stick with me was their willingness to look out for the customer. I’d mentioned as I sat down that I hoped to see red squirrels while I was there. When one finally visited one of the three feeders in the garden they came and alerted me so that I could go out into the garden and take photos. It’s just a shame that the light didn’t lend itself to great pictures.
...a very high standard here , very much city centre fine dining and from what I ate it was evident that his previous employers have carved their mark into Chris`s cooking style. The food is very light and personally I could have started at the beginning and eaten every bit again…
We recently visited Cottage in the Wood in the beautiful area of Whinlatter forest. After a warm welcome we sat down to enjoy some high quality, well presented locally sourced food. Each course was explained by staff who clearly took pride in their knowledge of each dish.The atmosphere was enhanced by the chefs themselves adding final touches to some dishes at our table. A very enjoyable experience which we would truly recommend.
We had our Ruby Anniversary at the Cottage. It was a memory not to be forgotten. The friendly warm and high professional service was at its highest. Rooms were wonderful but Jack Bonds tasting menu was at another higher level. He and is team were constantly visible to explain the wonderful food and help us enjoy. Every member of serving staff knew every detail and the tastes we could expect. Allergys checked out. Wines and flight of wines remarkable. My wive has disability following an accident and Kath and the team totally looked after her. Thank you for the memories. Fred and Sylvia Bamber
Wonderful warm welcome from Kath and Liam, this is a little gem, couldn't do enough for us. The the food is sensational and the wine pairings were surprising and went beautifully eith every dish. We will definitely be back, thank you so much for a lovely stay.
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We came here for a rare night away without our little boy. What an absolute treat from start to finish! Such a warm welcome upon arrival, we dropped our bags into our room and went downstairs for a cocktail and my partner had a local ale. The cocktail was beautiful! I went up to the room afterwards and had a bath in the spa bath..it was so relaxing. The views from our window were of skiddaw and the woods. Absolutely beautiful and so peaceful. We were lucky enough to spot some red squirrels out of our window too.
When we went down for dinner we were given a lovely table in the conservatory area. Very relaxed but with a bit of sparkle. (Could have been the prosecco by this point) haha.
The food was exquisite from start to finish. As it happens my partner proposed whilst we were there - which I had known nothing about but Kath the owner helped David to plan when to propose and they were on hand with a card and glasses of champagne to celebrate.
We slept so well in our room, it was very quiet and peaceful. The breakfast was as nice as all the other food we had eaten during our stay.
We cannot recommend this place enough...we left very relaxed and very happy and we want to thank Kath & team at this small hotel for doing such a wonderful job in looking after everyone and providing such a sanctuary - a true getaway for those wanting a break from the every day hustle of life!
Thank you!!
Nikkola & David xx
(& Little Ronnie)
Amazing location above Braithwaite. We went for the taster menu with wine pairings and were absolutely spoilt. Some delicious wines and beautifully presented and tasty dishes. The lamb was probably my favourite, melt in the mouth! Really friendly staff and hosts felt we were really well looked after. Room was beautifully clean but due to the nature of the building it felt a bit snug and warm due to the recent weather (and didn’t want to sleep with windows open due to large amount of bugs about) so didn’t have the best sleep. Not a criticism just be aware in the hot months.
Probably the best breakfast I have ever had in the Lakes too. Really lovely setting/ getaway for a couple.
This was my first Michelin star meal, it definitely lived up to the hype and I now understand the distinction. We had 10 courses and each dish was a work of art. Each bite had so many different layers of flavors and there was definitely a science behind getting everything to blend so perfectly. How they fit such complex flavours into such small chunks of food, I do not know. The service was simply on another level and the view was idyllic, which we appreciated as we were celebrating our engagement! Thanks so much!
Just stayed at this gorgeous place. All the team were fabulous, especially Cath, who made us all very welcome and couldn’t have been more accommodating to our party of six; and Daniel, whose storytelling for each wine was spellbinding We enjoyed the delightful well thought out tasting menu and paired wines. All our rooms were very comfortable and our stay was rounded off by a delicious breakfast. This place is “jewel” in the woods. Many thanks.
Friendly and welcoming hosts, delightful staff and service and wonderful ambience. The 7 course tasting menu was preceded by exquisite little "snacks" and every one of the imaginative dishes was cooked to perfection. The accompanying matched wines contained some unusual choices that suited the food perfectly. My room was lovely and I had a comfortable night followed by a tasty breakfast. Thoroughly recommended
What a lovely restaurant. The tasting menu was well balanced and just the right amount. Particular favourites were the beetroot in blackcurrant, a wonderfully cooked piece of turbot and a tangy cherry dessert. Staff were all friendly and it was very relaxed atmosphere. Wine list wasn't huge but had everything you could want plus some surprises. We paired the venison with a lovely whisky instead of wine and it worked perfectly.
Can’t fault this place. From the second we arrived we were made to feel welcome and valued.
food and service is outstanding.
We’ve stayed in many top class hotels all over the world and this place knocks spots of them.
What an excellent experience!!!
The food was superb a real birthday treat. The hospitality and welcome made the whole experience would highly recommend
Beautiful location. Staff very attentive but not overbearing. Food first class and the explanation as each course was served was really helpful. Didn't have to ask for anything ie water automatically topped up, asked if we wanted more bread or more drinks. Rooms very comfortable and spotlessly clean. We had the seven course tasting menu. Good choices at breakfast not your normal fare but the option of full cooked breakfast was on the menu too. Toast still warm with home made jam and marmalade.
Could not fault it. A lovely experience in a lovely place
Beautiful food, course after glorious course. It was suitably decadent but felt healthy as well. How do they make simple bread and butter taste that good? Nicely matched wines that were new to us. Going to seek out a couple of them.
We had the most amazing meal here.
We have eaten at many fine dining establishments, and this is one of a very few that we will happily return to and recommend.
The food was amazing with my favourite being the Hogget. Everything was cooked and presented to perfection, and the staff were very attentive and accommodating.
Thank you to all the staff seen and unseen for a very enjoyable evening.
Delicious tasting menu in this lovely family run restaurant. We went in recommendation and it didn’t disappoint.
Very quiet and peaceful surroundings topped off with a lovely meal and breakfast.
Special credit to the excellent Sommelier
Incredible family run restaurant with rooms in the most beautiful location in the lakes. Everyone at the hotel was so welcoming and helpful, and the quality of the food and wine pairing was outstanding.
Just spent two wonderful evenings here for dinner bed and breakfast. Great setting in the woods. Sublime 7 course tasting menu with matched wines, friendly and relaxed atmosphere with informative and helpful staff. Tasty and filling breakfast. Not an everday treat by any stretch but a truly excellent weekend that we will remember for many years to come.
FANTASTIC. We like to eat out, and we’ve been to some great restaurants, but this was definitely in the top two or three. The service was excellent, the wine pairings were just about perfect, and the food was inventive but accessible and delicious.
Very professional and of a high standard. Food was excellent and the accommodation also.
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