Stunning setting

“Disappointing.”

This place has become a chic boutique hotel and restaurant, no longer a true Lakes inn. Looks like the interior designer had a field day with the decor and books/ornaments. Food too expensive for an inn in the Lakes - I don’t doubt the quality but felt I was being told to eat healthily and fashionably with pretentious menus and ingredients. No welcoming lounge. To be fair, the bedroom was very comfortable and couldn’t fault the staff.

“The Drunken Duck - things change over time!”

Location is great. We have visited in the past and decided to night-stop for a treat. It is a wonderful place to stop for a drink and watch the world go by.

“Lovely stay”

Fantastic location and charm

“Lovely place run by lovely people”

Lovely place run by Lovely people.

“Really enjoyed and we will be back in December”

The breakfast was pretty good

“10/10”

Food was exceptional, staff attentive and friendly, great wine list and local ales and the room and the bath was perfect after a long day of walking!

“Lakeland bliss.”

The D Duck is in an ideal location. Just far enough up a hill to keep the crowds away.

“Gorgeous fairytale Lake District Stay.”

Charming old property on a stunning location. Delicious and unusual breakfast. Very sweet staff. Great bathroom and very warm.

“Not as good as it should be.”

A great location with everything you want in such an establishment. The staff were friendly and helpful. Bar prices are not out of the way. The bar has a good buzz and good selection.

The food was fantastic, we really enjoyed our stay here and will definitely be returning. Perfect place to stay to explore the lakes.

“Cosy and friendly”

This was a return visit after 15 years and we weren't disappointed. It's had a makeover and feels a bit less traditional and rustic than it used to - but the staff are friendly and efficient and standards are high. The room was cosy and the bed exceptionally comfortable, and we had a classic postcard vista of Helvellyn from the private seating area outside our room.

“Friends gathering”

Friendly and helpful staff Excellent food with an ethical slant...lots of vegetarian options as well as sustainable meat(venison)

“Nice property, but the food a step too far for us.”

The room was clean and well decorated and furnished. Most of the staff were very amenable, and any requests such as an extra pillow or bottle of water were delivered almost immediately. The views of the distant fells (mountains) from the outside seating area in front of the property are magnificent.

“We enjoyed our stay”

Lovely location. Friendly and accommodating staff. Cosy room with lovely view over the valley. Great breakfast

“An enjoyable stay - especially the food! The shortcomings mentioned above were irritants.”

Lovely setting, nestling in the hills around The Lakes. The hotel was clean and comfortable, and there was no doubt that the staff/owners tried hard. However, some facilities and services were not up to the standard we have come to expect from hotels at this price: Excellent food, all to a really high standard - the kitchen 'punches above its weight'

“Very enjoyable”

Very good breakfast Would have liked a bit more choice for dinner.

“Wonderful”

Wonderful olde world charm with amazing views and outlook

“We loved being there as it’s somewhere we have visited before and we like the food and views.”

Breakfast We changed our room because the first bathroom was unsatisfactory. The second room was much nicer.

Such a gorgeous hotel set in beautiful countryside location. Decor was quirky and thoughtful. We met some lovely locals happy to chat. The food was out of this world fantastic!!!! So unexpected.