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The Ryebeck Hotel, Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District, England

21/8/2016

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The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
​They say that ‘there’s no such thing as bad weather in the Lake District – only inappropriate clothing’ and that expression couldn’t have been more fitting at the time of our visit to The Ryebeck Hotel.

​Upon our arrival, the rain was coming down fast, with sheets of rain pouring down the windowpanes.  Luckily, we were greeted with a much cosier atmosphere inside the hotel, which provided a nice respite from the deluge outside.
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​A ‘Home Away from Home’
Pitched as a ‘home away from home’, this 22-bedroom hotel is a ‘no airs and graces’ country retreat, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Bowness, which is often overrun with tourists during the high season.   The Ryebeck Hotel is part of the Wildsmith Hotels Group, which also owns the luxurious Forest Side and Hipping Hall hotels. Perfectly situated near Lake Windermere, The Ryebeck has breath-taking views of the lake, making it an ideal place to relax and unwind.

The clientele here tends to be a mixture of Japanese tourists and Brits who either come for a spot of hiking or burnt out Londoner’s looking to escape the rat race for some peace of mind. 
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The grounds
The grounds of the hotel are impeccably manicured and there is a lovely outdoor seating area near the hotel’s lounge, where guests can gaze at Lake Windermere, while enjoying a coffee and reading the morning paper. 
The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
The spacious and stylish patio area at The Ryebeck
The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
The gorgeous gardens at The Ryebeck
​‘Snacks’ served with a smile
Although we had arrived at The Ryebeck quite late in the evening (thanks to a faulty track), we were informed that the chef had kindly set aside a selection of nibbles for us. We were expecting the usual fare of mixed nuts and a few olives, so you can imagine our surprise when we were presented with two massive sharing platters -  the meat platter (chorizo, salami and pastrami served with olives and a homemade chutney) (£15.00) and the vegetarian platter (artisanal breads, artichokes, olives, and mozzarella cheese) (£12.50).  A glass of Cotes du Rhone (£8.50) and two sharing platters later, and the stress of our journey – and our disappointment with the dismal weather - had quickly dissipated.  We retired to our bed early that evening, bellies full and feeling relaxed.
The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
Don’t forget your umbrella…. 
The next morning, we awoke only to discover that the weather gods unfortunately were not smiling down upon us, so we mustered up our best dose of British stoicism and decided to forge ahead with our tour of the local area regardless. In my estimation, no trip to the Lake District is complete without a boat tour, so we booked tour with Windermere Lake Cruises and opted for the red route, which journeyed to the picturesque town of Ambleside.   

​We had assumed that given the inclement weather we’d be the only people on the boat tour, but it turns out that those visiting the Lakes are a hearty bunch, and our boat was packed to rafters. Unfortunately, we couldn’t actually see anything on the tour as we were seated in the lower deck and the rain obscured the vision of the land (we were later informed it was a ‘yellow day' for wind and rain – the local barometer for weather severity), but we were reassured that on a good day the landscape looks spectacular (see photographic proof below). I figure, it's as good a reason as any to return to the Lakes soon!
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What Lake Windermere looks like on a glorious day...
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Image courtesy of Windermere Lake Cruises
Our room 
After a long, wet afternoon in Ambleside, we were pleased to return to The Ryebeck where we holed up in our spacious room (room 21 – one of the best in the hotel) watching the Olympics and reading a selection of complimentary magazines that were laid out for guests in the communal lounge.  With such a comfortable bed, we were almost grateful for an excuse to stay in bed all day. 
The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
During our stay, I think I had two naps one afternoon, which never happens and is a true testament of a truly relaxing stay! We loved the country chic furnishings and the stylish bathroom with its travertine tiles and a large bath, which was perfect after a day spent in bracing weather.
The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
The Bar
After dinner, we put on our glad rags and headed downstairs to the bar for a pre-dinner glass of vino in the the gorgeous lounge bar, which had an air of  country chic opulence with its Welsh dresser style bar, chandeliers, patterned wallpaper and cute love seats. 
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Dressed for dinner
Ashley Miln at The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
Bradley Miln at The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
Perusing the menu
The Food
The food was one of our main draws for visiting The Ryebeck as we heard that head chef Chris Lee was doing some really interesting things with the cuisine, so we couldn’t wait to sink our teeth into some of his dishes and they didn’t disappoint.
The food at The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
For my starter, I opted for the vibrantly green leek and potato soup (£6.50), a seriously hearty soup, which was almost a meal in itself given the generous portion. My husband had the teriyaki beef (£11.50),  one of our favourite dishes, which consisted of several generous slices of perfectly cooked, melt-in-your-mouth beef teriyaki served with a crunchy Asian side salad.​

The standout dish of the night was definitely the seafood special (a new dish on the menu), which featured grilled halibut with mussels and  langoustine; and the sirloin of dry-aged belted Galloway (£27.00), which is a breed of cattle originating from Galloway in the west side of southern Scotland, which came with an onion chutney and one of the tastiest bearnaise sauces I’ve had in a long time. For dessert, we finished with the chocolate three ways (£7.50), a seriously rich, sinful gathering of molten chocolate cake, chocolate sorbet and chocolate mousse.
The menu at The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
The beautiful seafood special
steak at The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
So much steak...
steak at The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
After dinner, we went straight to bed for a peaceful, early night’s slumber and awoke the next day our batteries fully recharged and our bellies ready for a traditional English breakfast. ​

Breakfast at The  Ryebeck is a hearty affair with the typical offerings of Eggs Benedict, Eggs Royale, Porridge with berry compote and a selection of croissants and yogurts.  The full English didn't disappoint and was the perfect start to our day. 
breakfast at The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
As we waited to be picked up for our return journey home, we stole a final few moments of peacefulness in the lounge before we had to begrudginly return to the fast pace of London. Hotel stays really don't get more relaxing than this. 
Ashley Miln at The Ryebeck Hotel Bowness on Windermere Destination Delicious
Top tips for your stay at The Ryebeck
  • If you're planning on taking the Lake Windermere boat tour, ensure you ask the staff for the 10% discount voucher
  • Guests at The Ryebeck are able to use the leisure facilities at the nearby Macdonald Old England Hotel
  • Pack your wellies and an umbrella - you never  know when inclement weather will strike in the Lake District
  • Prepare to just chill out. There’s not a lot to do here other than relax and enjoy good food. Not that that’s EVER a problem. Quite the contrary.

Prices start from £180 for a cosy room on a bed and breakfast basis (based on two people sharing) or £225 for a cosy room on a dinner, bed and breakfast basis (based on two people sharing).  

To book  visit www.ryebeck.com.

Our experience overall​
​The property: ★★★★
Food and drink: ★★★★.5
Staff attentiveness/friendliness: ★★★★★

During my stay I was hosted by The Ryebeck Hotel and received a complimentary tour from Windermere Lake Cruises. All views, opinions and photographs (unless otherwise captioned) are my own.

A.A. Miln
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