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5-star hotels in Cockermouth
A shortlist of the 5-star places to stay in Cockermouth, from cottages on the town's Main Street to barns and houses out towards Bridekirk, Lorton, Bassenthwaite and Embleton. It is for travellers who want a top-class, self-contained base in this corner of Cumbria.
Staying in Cockermouth
Cockermouth is a Cumbrian market town at the meeting of the Rivers Cocker and Derwent, on the north-western edge of the Lake District. Stays here suit visitors who want a small town base with easy reach of the fells and lakes rather than a resort. This shortlist gathers the 5-star properties in and around the town.
They are spread out rather than clustered in one quarter. Bumble Cottage sits on Challoner Street 0.1 km from the centre, and Red Rose Cottage on Main Street 4.7 km out. Ann's Hill at Bridekirk is 2.0 km away; Buttermere and Beckside both stand at Southwaite Green, 2.5 km away, and Bakers Cottage is on Main Street in Great Broughton, 4.7 km. The Lazy Fish at Embleton is 4.2 km from the centre, Holemire Barn at High Lorton 6.1 km, and Herdwick View at Bassenthwaite 7.8 km. Several take pets, and the larger houses suit families and groups; couples wanting a short break can pick one of the smaller cottages close to town.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Ann's Hill
Ann's Hill Bridekirkcockermouth, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereAnn's Hill is a 5-star property 2.0 km from the centre of Cockermouth, and guests rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 32 reviews. A private jacuzzi and a spa make it a restful base, while the kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine suit longer self-catering stays. The balcony, patio and garden add outdoor space, and free car parking and free wifi are included. Best for couples or families who want a quiet, well-reviewed retreat just outside town.
See Ann's HillHolemire Barn
Holemire Barn High Lorton, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
Why stay hereHolemire Barn sits 6.1 km from Cockermouth in High Lorton, a 5-star property with a kitchen, oven and refrigerator for self-catering. A garden gives guests outdoor space, and parking is available on site. Non smoking rooms throughout, with a bathroom, shower, TV and washing machine among the essentials. It suits travellers who prefer a rural setting and their own cooking facilities over a central location.
See Holemire BarnButtermere
Southwaite Green Southwaite, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereButtermere is a 5-star property 2.5 km from Cockermouth at Southwaite Green, with a kitchen, dishwasher and microwave for self-catering and a fireplace for cooler evenings. Pets are allowed, and a garden and terrace extend the living space outdoors; a tennis court is also on site. Free car parking and non smoking rooms are provided. It fits families or pet owners wanting space and cooking facilities close to town.
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Southwaite Green Southwaite, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereBeckside, a 5-star property at Southwaite Green 2.5 km from Cockermouth, offers a kitchen with dishwasher and oven plus a fireplace. Pets are allowed, and guests have a garden, terrace and tennis court, with free car parking on site. Non smoking rooms and a washing machine round out the practical side. A good match for families or groups who want self-catering space and outdoor facilities near town.
See BecksideRed Rose Cottage
42A Main Street, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRed Rose Cottage is a 5-star property on Main Street, 4.7 km from Cockermouth, with free wifi and free car parking. A kitchen and kitchenette with microwave and oven support self-catering, and family rooms plus a playground and tennis court suit those travelling with children; wheelchair accessible facilities are available. Fishing, golf and horse back riding are among the activities on offer. It suits families wanting a central-address base with plenty to do.
See Red Rose CottageHerdwick View Uk33668
Herdwick Croft_X000d_Bassenthwaite, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHerdwick View Uk33668 is a 5-star property 7.8 km from Cockermouth at Bassenthwaite, with a jacuzzi and fireplace for quiet evenings in. The kitchen, dishwasher and washing machine make longer stays practical, and free wifi and free car parking are included, along with a garage. Non smoking rooms throughout. It suits guests who want a secluded self-catering retreat with a hot tub and easy parking.
See Herdwick View Uk33668The Lazy Fish
Brook House Embleton, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereThe Lazy Fish at Embleton, 4.2 km from Cockermouth, is a 5-star property with a sauna and a fireplace. The kitchen includes a dishwasher, microwave and oven, and pets are allowed; a garden, terrace and patio provide outdoor space, with fishing, golf and horse back riding nearby. Free wifi and free car parking are provided. It suits pet owners and couples wanting a self-catering stay with leisure facilities.
See The Lazy FishBakers Cottage
42 Main Street Great Broughton, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBakers Cottage, a 5-star property on Main Street in Great Broughton 4.7 km from Cockermouth, provides free wifi and free car parking. A kitchen with microwave and oven covers self-catering, and fishing, golf, horse back riding, canoe and surf activities are among the options listed. Express check in, family-friendly features and non smoking rooms add convenience. It suits active guests who want a village base within reach of the town.
See Bakers CottageBumble Cottage
23 Challoner Street_X000d_, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereBumble Cottage is a 5-star property on Challoner Street, just 0.1 km from the centre of Cockermouth, making it the most central option here. A kitchen and washing machine support self-catering, free wifi and free car parking are included, and a garage is available. The garden offers outdoor space, and fishing is among the activities listed. It suits guests who want to stay in the heart of town with their own facilities.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ann's Hill | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | 2.0 km |
| Holemire Barn | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 6.1 km |
| Buttermere | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 2.5 km |
| Beckside | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | 2.5 km |
| Red Rose Cottage | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 4.7 km |
| Herdwick View Uk33668 | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 7.8 km |
| The Lazy Fish | ★★★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 4.2 km |
| Bakers Cottage | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 4.7 km |
| Bumble Cottage | ★★★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.1 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Buttermere and Beckside at Southwaite Green both provide cots and high chairs alongside gardens and tennis courts. Red Rose Cottage on Main Street adds family rooms and a playground, and Bakers Cottage in Great Broughton has high chairs and a garden. All four are self-contained, which makes them practical with children.
For pets
Three of the five-star places state that pets are allowed: Buttermere and Beckside at Southwaite Green, and The Lazy Fish at Embleton. Each is a house with its own garden or terrace, so there is outdoor space on the doorstep rather than a shared corridor.
Closest to the centre
Bumble Cottage on Challoner Street is 0.1 km from the centre, the nearest of the group. Ann's Hill at Bridekirk is 2.0 km away, and Buttermere and Beckside at Southwaite Green are both 2.5 km from the centre. These four keep you closest to town.
Top rated
Ann's Hill carries a guest rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 32 reviews, the highest score on this shortlist. It is a 5-star property at Bridekirk, 2.0 km from the centre, with a spa, a jacuzzi, a garden and a terrace among its facilities.
Where to stay in Cockermouth
Southwaite
Southwaite Green lies 2.5 km from Cockermouth and holds two of these 5-star houses, Buttermere and Beckside. Both have gardens, terraces and tennis courts, and both accept pets, so this is the pick for a rural setting close to town.
Our picks here: Buttermere · Beckside
Embleton
The Lazy Fish stands at Brook House in Embleton, 4.2 km from Cockermouth. It is a 5-star house with a garden, a terrace and a sauna, and pets are allowed, which suits a stay in the countryside with the town a short distance away.
Our picks here: The Lazy Fish
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Cockermouth?
Bumble Cottage on Challoner Street is 0.1 km from the centre, the nearest of the five-star properties. Ann's Hill at Bridekirk is 2.0 km away, and Buttermere and Beckside at Southwaite Green are both 2.5 km from the centre.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. Buttermere and Beckside at Southwaite Green both list pets allowed, as does The Lazy Fish at Brook House in Embleton. No other property on this shortlist states that pets are accepted, so check with them directly if you are travelling with an animal.
Which 5-star hotel has the best guest rating?
Ann's Hill has a guest rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 32 reviews, the highest on this shortlist. It is a 5-star property at Bridekirk, 2.0 km from the centre of Cockermouth.
Is parking available at these properties?
Parking is listed at most of them. Ann's Hill, Buttermere, Beckside, Red Rose Cottage, Herdwick View, The Lazy Fish, Bakers Cottage and Bumble Cottage all include parking, and several specify free car parking. Holemire Barn also lists parking.
Which are the best options for families?
Buttermere and Beckside at Southwaite Green both offer cots and high chairs, with gardens and tennis courts. Red Rose Cottage has family rooms and a playground, and Bakers Cottage in Great Broughton provides high chairs and a garden. All are 5-star and self-contained.
Which properties have a spa or a sauna?
Ann's Hill at Bridekirk lists a spa and a jacuzzi among its facilities. The Lazy Fish at Embleton has a sauna. These are the only two on this shortlist with that kind of facility, so book early if it matters to you.
How far are these hotels from Cockermouth town centre?
Distances range from 0.1 km to 7.8 km. Bumble Cottage is 0.1 km from the centre, Ann's Hill 2.0 km, Buttermere and Beckside 2.5 km, The Lazy Fish 4.2 km, and Red Rose Cottage and Bakers Cottage 4.7 km. Holemire Barn is 6.1 km away and Herdwick View 7.8 km.