This space is one of the most beautiful, luxury treehouses in the UK set in the picturesque rolling hills of the Lake District. The Another Place Treehouse comes with its very own outdoor hot tub in the shape of a beautiful stainless steel roll-top bath - what more could you want?!
Another Place Hotel is a contemporary, luxury hotel set within the beautiful, tranquil countryside of the Lake District National Park and next to the shores of Ullswater Lake.
The hotel champions the ethos of letting go and having a good time and we can promise you it will be a place you will want to return to time and time again.
Here, we will share with you what to expect if you stay at Another Place Hotel and review the recent exciting additions including the Shepherds Huts and magnificent Treehouse.
WHAT IS ANOTHER PLACE HOTEL KNOWN FOR?
The hotel has a relaxed, inviting feel with a focus on the outdoors and offering experiences to immerse yourself in nature. As a family and dog-friendly hotel, there is still plenty of space to find a quiet corner and soak in the views.
Each room is beautifully designed with inspiration taken from nature and bringing the outside in. Recently, new additions to the hotel have been finished and give an exclusive outside experience. You can choose from either a cosy Shepherds Hut or a unique one-of-a-kind Treehouse.
WHERE IS ANOTHER PLACE HOTEL?
Another Place Hotel is perfectly placed on the bank of Ullswater lake which is England’s second largest lake in the Lake District National Park. The hotel is within the village of Watermillock and only a short drive from Penrith.
An ideal base for adventure within the Lakes close to Aira Force Waterfall, Helvellyn (the 3rd highest peak in the Lakes), Hallin Fell, Lowther Castle and unique wildlife experiences such as Badger watching nearby in Haweswater valley.
HOW TO GET TO ANOTHER PLACE HOTEL?
From London to Another Place Hotel, it takes approximately 5 hours on the M1 and M6. The hotel is a short 10 minute drive from junction 40 on the M6. There is plenty of room to park your car at Another Place and electric car charging points are available. After heavy rainfall, the main road which follows the lake can get flooded, alternatively continue on the A66 until you reach a left turn to Hutton and you will reach the hotel.
If you’d prefer to reach the hotel by public transport, there are options to catch the train and bus. The nearest train station is Penrith and if you are travelling from London it will take around 3 hours to arrive at Penrith station. There is the option to get a taxi from the station which will take the shortest amount of time around 20 minutes, whereas you can catch the bus to Watermillock (508 Penrith to Patterdale) which takes approximately 30 minutes.
The nearest airports are mostly under a 2 hour drive, this includes; Newcastle upon Tyne Airport (1 hour 41 mins), Manchester Airport (1 hour 47 mins), Glasgow Airport (1 hour 59 mins), Liverpool Airport (2 hours), Leeds Bradford Airport (2 hours, 7 mins).
WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO VISIT ANOTHER PLACE HOTEL?
Throughout the year, there are a variety of activities and reasons to visit across the seasons in the Lake District. In Autumn, you’ll be treated to warm Autumn colours and fewer crowds if you can avoid school half term.
If you’re interested in great Autumn photography locations we’ve written about some of our favourites here (link).
In winter, the ground is covered in frosty carpets and a dusting of snow on top of the fells where the magic of winter is shown in true force in the Lakes.
Warmer temperatures are welcomed by spring where flowers burst into bloom. You’ll also usually find the Keswick Mountain Festival in May which includes talks, guided activities and competitive events.
Perhaps the busiest time of year is summer but for a reason; with the best chance of great walking conditions and no excuse not to jump in for a dip in one of the many lakes! Summer is usually when the Great North Swim at Windermere takes place which is the largest open water swimming event in the UK.
There are Meteor showers throughout most of the year so why not go on a full moon night swim with Another Place hotels resident swim leader Collin. We would highly recommend this experience, it’s one you won’t regret or forget!
WHAT ARE THE ROOMS LIKE AT ANOTHER PLACE HOTEL?
The hotel is made up of 40 rooms with the majority benefiting from views of Ullswater lake, these range from family suites, standard rooms and the best rooms such as the Joules suite (which we would recommend!) and Willow cottage which was recently designed by Lynsey Ford the winner of Interior Design Masters.
In 2022, Another Place created a unique experience to get closer to nature by staying outdoors in either their shepherd huts with a beautiful ceiling window perfect for stargazing or an elegant, stunning treehouse set within oak trees with an outdoor bath. These places are an exciting addition at Another Place hotel, allowing you to immerse yourself in nature whilst staying in the Lake District.
Shepherds Huts
The Shepherds huts are available for couples and families, the family huts have bunk beds whereas the couple huts have a double bed and an indoor bathtub.
Each hut comes with an outdoor fire pit, a small kitchenette with kettle, flask, outdoor lamp, bathroom (toilet and shower), seating area, log burner, cupboard for storage and cosy blankets.
Treehouse
The treehouse is in a peaceful setting, surrounded by charming oak trees and with views across Ullswater lake and Broom Hill. The house is elevated above the ground and connected by a private walkway creating suspense before you enter an oasis of calm.
As you enter the treehouse you have a hallway with a small kitchenette, bathroom (bathtub, toilet and shower), 2x double beds and a large lounge area with log burner, tv, wardrobe space and a large deck with an outdoor bathtub, chairs and benches.
Designed by Matt Hulme, the space is spectacular, with a warm, cosy feel inspired by natural elements and angled to guide your eyes to the outside vistas.
WHat PLACES ARE THERE TO EAT AT ANOTHER PLACE?
Ramsbeck restaurant
A fine dining experience with a set three-course menu, the food is delicious and inspired by local, seasonal produce with some ingredients supplemented by the hotel’s garden allotment. Savour each bite and make sure you save enough room for sticky toffee pudding!
Living Space
A cosy setting with local on-tap brews, cocktails, coffee and wine. The Living Space serves delicious comfort food such as fish and chips, and burgers where dogs are welcome. Open for lunch and dinner, this is a more relaxed dining experience compared to Ramsbeck.
The Glasshouse restaurant
Set within the grounds of Another Place, the glasshouse serves fresh authentic Italian pizza from the pizza oven with beautiful views across Ullswater and the fells. This restaurant is supplemented by seasonal produce from the herb garden. The glasshouse is open from midday to dinner (Open Thursday to Monday).
WHAT FACILITIES ARE INCLUDED AT ANOTHER PLACE?
An indoor swimming pool, hot tub and sauna with views of the grounds and surrounding scenery. There are also treatment rooms for massages, facials, manicures, pedicures and with pregnancy-specific treatments.
As a family-friendly hotel, there is a Kids’ Zone which offers supervised sessions and babysitting for children with a forest school approach to getting them outside as much as possible.
The Sheep Shed lakeside cabin is the base for all water-based activities out on the lake including; kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding and wild swimming. Once you’re back on land, the Sheep Shed offers you lovely warm showers and changing rooms.
WHAT IS THERE TO DO NEAR ANOTHER PLACE HOTEL?
Aira Force Waterfall
The magical falls of Aira Force are within the Ullswater valley and has inspired many poets over the years including William Wordsworth. The grounds consist of an arboretum planted by the family in the 1800s and are some of the tallest trees in Cumbria.
Helvellyn
Helvellyn is the 3rd highest mountain in England and lies between Ullswater, Thirlmere and Grasmere. This is a popular walk from Glenridding and was included as one of Wainwright’s Eastern Fells.
Lowther Castle
Lowther Castle was built in the 19th century with ruins, beautiful gardens, an adventure playground, an exhibition and the perfect place to hire a bike to explore the local area.
Hallin Fell
An easy hike which provides some spectacular views across Ullswater Lake. Catch the Ullswater Steamer from Pooley Bridge, Howtown and Glenridding.
Haweswater valley
This special valley is home to red squirrels, badgers, salmon and mountain ringlet butterflies that love alpine flowers. The valley has an exciting rewilding project encouraging regeneration of woodland, reducing grazing and habitat restoration. You can book wildlife encounters at the RSPB wildlife photography hides or a day experience.
Pooley Bridge
The village of Pooley Bridge has easy access to Ullswater lake where you can pop on the Ullswater steamer to explore other areas nearby such as Howtown. The village has some lovely shops, cafés and pubs to visit.
