The Wilson's Arms
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From
US$47
/ night
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
At The Wilson's Arms, enjoy a satisfying meal at the restaurant. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Breakfast is available for a fee.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms.
Location
With a stay at The Wilson's Arms in Coniston, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. This bed & breakfast is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from John Ruskin's Grave and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from John Ruskin Museum.
What's nearby
Coniston Water(1.7 Miles)
John Ruskin's Grave(2.7 Miles)
John Ruskin Museum(2.7 Miles)
Brantwood(3.1 Miles)
Tarn Hows(6.5 Miles)
Beatrix Potter Gallery(6.6 Miles)
St Mary Magdalene's Church(6.7 Miles)
Hawkshead Grammar School(6.8 Miles)
Grizedale Forest(6.8 Miles)
Church of St Mary(6.9 Miles)
Skelwith Force(8 Miles)
Hill Top Farm(8.8 Miles)
Lake Windermere(8.9 Miles)
Wray Castle(9 Miles)
Allan Bank(9.2 Miles)
The nearest major airport is Manchester Airport (MAN)(102 Miles)
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Housekeeping
Garden
Designated smoking area
Location
Tover,Coniston, Torver, England, United Kingdom
Coniston Water (1.7 Miles)
John Ruskin's Grave (2.7 Miles)
John Ruskin Museum (2.7 Miles)
Brantwood (3.1 Miles)
Tarn Hows (6.5 Miles)
Beatrix Potter Gallery (6.6 Miles)
Guest reviews
8.5
Very good
Based on 769 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
61%
Family
20%
Group
15%
Solo
2%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, The Wilson's Arms is praised for friendly staff, tasty pub meals, and a scenic, walk-friendly location, with many guests enjoying cosy rooms or well equipped shepherds huts and a relaxed, generally quiet atmosphere.
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What guests think
Across recent reviews, The Wilson's Arms is praised for friendly staff, tasty pub meals, and a scenic, walk-friendly location, with many guests enjoying cosy rooms or well equipped shepherds huts and a relaxed, generally quiet atmosphere.
Feedback varies on room quality and cleanliness, with several reports of damp, mould, pests, or musty smells alongside many clean, comfortable stays. Food is widely enjoyed, though a few guests encountered long breakfast waits, limited menus during building works, extra coffee charges, or difficulty securing a dinner table. Other recurring notes include occasional temperature or heating issues, bar music carrying to some rooms, and the remote setting feeling inconvenient if you cannot dine on site. Overall, expect a friendly pub stay suited to walkers, with quality food and variable room standards.
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Facilities
The on-site pub/bar is a key feature and parking is available; several units (shepherds huts, cottage and apartment) are well equipped. Some stays were disrupted by building works.
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8
Derek
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
First class service fantastic food. Music a bit loud down stairs
First class service fantastic food. Music a bit loud down stairs
10
John
15 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great base for exploring the Lakes. Pub rooms were good value. Welcoming lively pub/restaurant with good range of options and very generous portions! Plenty of free parking. All in all a great experience.
Great base for exploring the Lakes. Pub rooms were good value. Welcoming lively pub/restaurant with good range of options and very generous portions! Plenty of free parking. All in all a great experience.
4
SANDRA
13 Aug 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
We were not informed they were having building work, we would of not gone had we known as it was like a building site, dust everywhere, drilling started at 8am, had a marquee where you could buy food and drinks, limited menu served in cardboard box with wooden knife and fork. We were very disappointed
We were not informed they were having building work, we would of not gone had we known as it was like a building site, dust everywhere, drilling started at 8am, had a marquee where you could buy food and drinks, limited menu served in cardboard box with wooden knife and fork. We were very disappointed
10
Donna
2 Aug 2023
·
Stayed 3 nights
Another lovely stay in the herdwick apartment, lovely comfortable apartment great for relaxing after a long day out in the mountains. Really well equipped for catering for yourselves or if you dont want to bother you can eat in the pub. Not a major issue but the only thing that i would say is it needs the sign putting back up for parking space as a couple of times when we came back we couldn't park due to customers of pub parked in the space for the apartment.
Another lovely stay in the herdwick apartment, lovely comfortable apartment great for relaxing after a long day out in the mountains. Really well equipped for catering for yourselves or if you dont want to bother you can eat in the pub. Not a major issue but the only thing that i would say is it needs the sign putting back up for parking space as a couple of times when we came back we couldn't park due to customers of pub parked in the space for the apartment.
8
John
7 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were friendly and welcoming, the shepherds hut was clean and well equipped. The bed is quite high, so may not be great for people with mobility issues. There is a dog who barks constantly and is kept outside close to the huts, which made sitting out frustrating.
Staff were friendly and welcoming, the shepherds hut was clean and well equipped. The bed is quite high, so may not be great for people with mobility issues. There is a dog who barks constantly and is kept outside close to the huts, which made sitting out frustrating.
8
Alan
16 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Pleasant stay, in comfortable twin room, the bed was a little soft for me but slept reasonably well, the bathroom was definitely a little small but nicely done with mirrors on all walls at face height (a bit scary). We ate in the bar and had an excellent meal, I’m Coeliac and was very well catered for both at dinner and breakfast. A great plus was a gluten free hand pumped beer on the bar as well
Pleasant stay, in comfortable twin room, the bed was a little soft for me but slept reasonably well, the bathroom was definitely a little small but nicely done with mirrors on all walls at face height (a bit scary). We ate in the bar and had an excellent meal, I’m Coeliac and was very well catered for both at dinner and breakfast. A great plus was a gluten free hand pumped beer on the bar as well
10
Thomas
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice rooms and the food/drink at the pub is first class too
Nice rooms and the food/drink at the pub is first class too
8
Tracy
28 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Warm friendly welcome. Cottage was well equipped. Booked breakfast for our last morning and this was a let down. I have never been charged extra for coffee with breakfast. Overall we did enjoy our stay and would go back, but we'd cook our own breakfast!
Warm friendly welcome. Cottage was well equipped. Booked breakfast for our last morning and this was a let down. I have never been charged extra for coffee with breakfast. Overall we did enjoy our stay and would go back, but we'd cook our own breakfast!
10
JAY
13 Feb 2022
·
Stayed 1 night
One night stay which was very pleasant, Lovely room, lovely food, friendly atmosphere from the second you walk in
One night stay which was very pleasant, Lovely room, lovely food, friendly atmosphere from the second you walk in
8
Anton
2 May 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Et par hyggelige dage på dette lille pub hotel. Lidt kaotisk indtjekning pga. samtidige håndværkere.
Et par hyggelige dage på dette lille pub hotel. Lidt kaotisk indtjekning pga. samtidige håndværkere.
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Cleanliness
Many guests found rooms and huts clean and well maintained, but several reported issues such as mould, damp, pests, or musty smells, and dust during building works. Housekeeping inconsistencies (e.g., hairs or grime) were also noted.
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10
Karl
25 Mar 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
The room was warm, clean and cosy, comfy bed, bath towels a bit small, had a room with mountain view of Dow Crag & Coniston all be it a little restricted, the food was very good in the evening & the breakfast had a great choice and very tasty, staff were very friendly and helpful, it was a very peacful place to stay quiet at night no noise from other rooms will defo stay again it has been one of our better choices
The room was warm, clean and cosy, comfy bed, bath towels a bit small, had a room with mountain view of Dow Crag & Coniston all be it a little restricted, the food was very good in the evening & the breakfast had a great choice and very tasty, staff were very friendly and helpful, it was a very peacful place to stay quiet at night no noise from other rooms will defo stay again it has been one of our better choices
2
Paul
2 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Very Disappointed August 2024 Booked a 2 night stay with my partner - The room was tidy although the bathroom was quite mouldy and had silverfish running around the floor. We had an hours wait for breakfast on the first morning and the staff had packed away the bread/toaster etc well before our food arrived (food actually arrived 30 mins after breakfast restaurant had closed). In the afternoon we asked if we needed to book a table to eat at night. We were told there’s absolutely no chance of a table as they are so busy. The nearest place for food is in Coniston (over an hours walk away). We didn’t think it was unreasonable as a resident of the pub/restaurant to expect to be able to eat and drink there. We had to return home half way through our stay and lose our booking costs of £110
Very Disappointed August 2024 Booked a 2 night stay with my partner - The room was tidy although the bathroom was quite mouldy and had silverfish running around the floor. We had an hours wait for breakfast on the first morning and the staff had packed away the bread/toaster etc well before our food arrived (food actually arrived 30 mins after breakfast restaurant had closed). In the afternoon we asked if we needed to book a table to eat at night. We were told there’s absolutely no chance of a table as they are so busy. The nearest place for food is in Coniston (over an hours walk away). We didn’t think it was unreasonable as a resident of the pub/restaurant to expect to be able to eat and drink there. We had to return home half way through our stay and lose our booking costs of £110
10
John
17 Apr 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous place to stay with very friendly, helpful staff. Autumn was alway polite and could not do enough for us. The room was perfect, modern and very well maintained. We will be returning soon
Fabulous place to stay with very friendly, helpful staff. Autumn was alway polite and could not do enough for us. The room was perfect, modern and very well maintained. We will be returning soon
4
SANDRA
13 Aug 2022
·
Stayed 2 nights
We were not informed they were having building work, we would of not gone had we known as it was like a building site, dust everywhere, drilling started at 8am, had a marquee where you could buy food and drinks, limited menu served in cardboard box with wooden knife and fork. We were very disappointed
We were not informed they were having building work, we would of not gone had we known as it was like a building site, dust everywhere, drilling started at 8am, had a marquee where you could buy food and drinks, limited menu served in cardboard box with wooden knife and fork. We were very disappointed
4
Lucy
28 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I hate to write anything other than a great review but I have to be honest about our stay. We paid £148 for one night in a room that to be honest that was small, smelt musty and just generally unclean. We found hairs in the bed, and in a coffee cup. There was rust on the bathroom radiators, black grouting in the shower and the floor just looked unclean. There was also a large dehumidifier in the room - it was clear why. We didn’t end up staying for breakfast as it didn’t start until 8:30am and we were up and out early so can’t comment on that but when we come to leave I was asked have you paid up instead of first asking how our stay was. I unfortunately cant say I would return, It was nothing like the pictures shared on the booking site.
I hate to write anything other than a great review but I have to be honest about our stay. We paid £148 for one night in a room that to be honest that was small, smelt musty and just generally unclean. We found hairs in the bed, and in a coffee cup. There was rust on the bathroom radiators, black grouting in the shower and the floor just looked unclean. There was also a large dehumidifier in the room - it was clear why. We didn’t end up staying for breakfast as it didn’t start until 8:30am and we were up and out early so can’t comment on that but when we come to leave I was asked have you paid up instead of first asking how our stay was. I unfortunately cant say I would return, It was nothing like the pictures shared on the booking site.
8
John
7 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were friendly and welcoming, the shepherds hut was clean and well equipped. The bed is quite high, so may not be great for people with mobility issues. There is a dog who barks constantly and is kept outside close to the huts, which made sitting out frustrating.
Staff were friendly and welcoming, the shepherds hut was clean and well equipped. The bed is quite high, so may not be great for people with mobility issues. There is a dog who barks constantly and is kept outside close to the huts, which made sitting out frustrating.
10
Dawn
24 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stopped here overnight walking the Cumbrian Way. Fantastic place, great food, helpful and friendly staff, very clean and comfortable rooms, would recommend to all.
Stopped here overnight walking the Cumbrian Way. Fantastic place, great food, helpful and friendly staff, very clean and comfortable rooms, would recommend to all.
6
Tim
2 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
No heating the small oil heater not sufficient. Had to ask for towels as the previous ones wouldn't be able to dry No top of coffee or milk etc No flexibility of the already booked table Some members of the team not very helpful
No heating the small oil heater not sufficient. Had to ask for towels as the previous ones wouldn't be able to dry No top of coffee or milk etc No flexibility of the already booked table Some members of the team not very helpful
10
Laura
30 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Had a lovely stay here recently, the staff were really great and very friendly, even allowing me to stay in my room later than the official check-out time as I was getting ready for a wedding. The room itself could have been a little cleaner and one of the lamps by the bed didn't work, but overall it was perfectly fine and more than clean enough for rooms above a pub :) The bed was wonderfully comfortable and I had one of the best nights sleep I've had in a while (especially after driving 7 hours to get there!). Breakfast the next morning was included in the price for the night, with a selection of both continental style and cooked options, my full English came out within 15/20 minutes of ordering and I had a proper, cafetière coffee. Very pleased and would definitely stay again if I'm back in the Lakes!
Had a lovely stay here recently, the staff were really great and very friendly, even allowing me to stay in my room later than the official check-out time as I was getting ready for a wedding. The room itself could have been a little cleaner and one of the lamps by the bed didn't work, but overall it was perfectly fine and more than clean enough for rooms above a pub :) The bed was wonderfully comfortable and I had one of the best nights sleep I've had in a while (especially after driving 7 hours to get there!). Breakfast the next morning was included in the price for the night, with a selection of both continental style and cooked options, my full English came out within 15/20 minutes of ordering and I had a proper, cafetière coffee. Very pleased and would definitely stay again if I'm back in the Lakes!
8
Stephanie
17 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed in a Shepherd's hut and it was great! Lovely location for going walking (only about 10min drive from a car park to go up old man coniston) Was super cosy and warm inside the hut, everything you need to prepare food, a tv to watch Netflix etc and bed was decent. It did get quite damp in there at night leaving the corners of the bed a bit wet in the morning but nothing too extreme. (Might be worse after more than 2 nights though.) The Wilson’s arms was a nice place for food and a drink in the evenings and the deli attached had everything you need. Would come back!
We stayed in a Shepherd's hut and it was great! Lovely location for going walking (only about 10min drive from a car park to go up old man coniston) Was super cosy and warm inside the hut, everything you need to prepare food, a tv to watch Netflix etc and bed was decent. It did get quite damp in there at night leaving the corners of the bed a bit wet in the morning but nothing too extreme. (Might be worse after more than 2 nights though.) The Wilson’s arms was a nice place for food and a drink in the evenings and the deli attached had everything you need. Would come back!
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Rooms
Feedback on rooms is mixed: many describe them as warm, cosy and comfortable (including well equipped shepherds huts and apartments), while others mention small rooms, temperature swings (too hot or not warm enough), and occasional noise from bar music.
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Karl
25 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was warm, clean and cosy, comfy bed, bath towels a bit small, had a room with mountain view of Dow Crag & Coniston all be it a little restricted, the food was very good in the evening & the breakfast had a great choice and very tasty, staff were very friendly and helpful, it was a very peacful place to stay quiet at night no noise from other rooms will defo stay again it has been one of our better choices
The room was warm, clean and cosy, comfy bed, bath towels a bit small, had a room with mountain view of Dow Crag & Coniston all be it a little restricted, the food was very good in the evening & the breakfast had a great choice and very tasty, staff were very friendly and helpful, it was a very peacful place to stay quiet at night no noise from other rooms will defo stay again it has been one of our better choices
8
Derek
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
First class service fantastic food. Music a bit loud down stairs
First class service fantastic food. Music a bit loud down stairs
6
Sara
7 Jan 2024
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The pod was great and clean except it was so hot during the night and we had to open the door 5-6 times and closer to the morning turning off the heating. The second day the water was shut down because of water freezing at -1 degree. My expectation was they could handle water running in even more cold weather conditions. We did the self checkin successfully but no one welcome us pr guide us as local to tell where to go or visit. Our pod was located in the camper van parking area and does not have hot tub as I saw in the photos.
The pod was great and clean except it was so hot during the night and we had to open the door 5-6 times and closer to the morning turning off the heating. The second day the water was shut down because of water freezing at -1 degree. My expectation was they could handle water running in even more cold weather conditions. We did the self checkin successfully but no one welcome us pr guide us as local to tell where to go or visit. Our pod was located in the camper van parking area and does not have hot tub as I saw in the photos.
10
Donna
2 Aug 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Another lovely stay in the herdwick apartment, lovely comfortable apartment great for relaxing after a long day out in the mountains. Really well equipped for catering for yourselves or if you dont want to bother you can eat in the pub. Not a major issue but the only thing that i would say is it needs the sign putting back up for parking space as a couple of times when we came back we couldn't park due to customers of pub parked in the space for the apartment.
Another lovely stay in the herdwick apartment, lovely comfortable apartment great for relaxing after a long day out in the mountains. Really well equipped for catering for yourselves or if you dont want to bother you can eat in the pub. Not a major issue but the only thing that i would say is it needs the sign putting back up for parking space as a couple of times when we came back we couldn't park due to customers of pub parked in the space for the apartment.
4
Lucy
28 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
I hate to write anything other than a great review but I have to be honest about our stay. We paid £148 for one night in a room that to be honest that was small, smelt musty and just generally unclean. We found hairs in the bed, and in a coffee cup. There was rust on the bathroom radiators, black grouting in the shower and the floor just looked unclean. There was also a large dehumidifier in the room - it was clear why. We didn’t end up staying for breakfast as it didn’t start until 8:30am and we were up and out early so can’t comment on that but when we come to leave I was asked have you paid up instead of first asking how our stay was. I unfortunately cant say I would return, It was nothing like the pictures shared on the booking site.
I hate to write anything other than a great review but I have to be honest about our stay. We paid £148 for one night in a room that to be honest that was small, smelt musty and just generally unclean. We found hairs in the bed, and in a coffee cup. There was rust on the bathroom radiators, black grouting in the shower and the floor just looked unclean. There was also a large dehumidifier in the room - it was clear why. We didn’t end up staying for breakfast as it didn’t start until 8:30am and we were up and out early so can’t comment on that but when we come to leave I was asked have you paid up instead of first asking how our stay was. I unfortunately cant say I would return, It was nothing like the pictures shared on the booking site.
10
John
22 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
We had a Wonderful stay in one of the Sheperds huts, brilliant facilties Pub food plentiful and tasty Great place for dogs. Could do with two outdoor chairs as there was only one.
We had a Wonderful stay in one of the Sheperds huts, brilliant facilties Pub food plentiful and tasty Great place for dogs. Could do with two outdoor chairs as there was only one.
10
Thomas
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice rooms and the food/drink at the pub is first class too
Nice rooms and the food/drink at the pub is first class too
8
Barbara
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast and evening both excellent Good atmosphere and quiet room
Breakfast and evening both excellent Good atmosphere and quiet room
6
Tim
2 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
No heating the small oil heater not sufficient. Had to ask for towels as the previous ones wouldn't be able to dry No top of coffee or milk etc No flexibility of the already booked table Some members of the team not very helpful
No heating the small oil heater not sufficient. Had to ask for towels as the previous ones wouldn't be able to dry No top of coffee or milk etc No flexibility of the already booked table Some members of the team not very helpful
8
Stephanie
17 Feb 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
We stayed in a Shepherd's hut and it was great! Lovely location for going walking (only about 10min drive from a car park to go up old man coniston) Was super cosy and warm inside the hut, everything you need to prepare food, a tv to watch Netflix etc and bed was decent. It did get quite damp in there at night leaving the corners of the bed a bit wet in the morning but nothing too extreme. (Might be worse after more than 2 nights though.) The Wilson’s arms was a nice place for food and a drink in the evenings and the deli attached had everything you need. Would come back!
We stayed in a Shepherd's hut and it was great! Lovely location for going walking (only about 10min drive from a car park to go up old man coniston) Was super cosy and warm inside the hut, everything you need to prepare food, a tv to watch Netflix etc and bed was decent. It did get quite damp in there at night leaving the corners of the bed a bit wet in the morning but nothing too extreme. (Might be worse after more than 2 nights though.) The Wilson’s arms was a nice place for food and a drink in the evenings and the deli attached had everything you need. Would come back!
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Service
Service is generally friendly and accommodating, with many guests praising welcoming staff and helpful touches. Some reported lapses, including slow or inflexible dining arrangements, impersonal interactions, and disrupted check-in during building works.
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Sam
23 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I really enjoyed my stay at the Wilson’s arms the staff was so warm and friendly, staff was very accommodating when it came to the dining options too food was amazing
I really enjoyed my stay at the Wilson’s arms the staff was so warm and friendly, staff was very accommodating when it came to the dining options too food was amazing
10
Karl
25 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was warm, clean and cosy, comfy bed, bath towels a bit small, had a room with mountain view of Dow Crag & Coniston all be it a little restricted, the food was very good in the evening & the breakfast had a great choice and very tasty, staff were very friendly and helpful, it was a very peacful place to stay quiet at night no noise from other rooms will defo stay again it has been one of our better choices
The room was warm, clean and cosy, comfy bed, bath towels a bit small, had a room with mountain view of Dow Crag & Coniston all be it a little restricted, the food was very good in the evening & the breakfast had a great choice and very tasty, staff were very friendly and helpful, it was a very peacful place to stay quiet at night no noise from other rooms will defo stay again it has been one of our better choices
2
Paul
2 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
Very Disappointed August 2024 Booked a 2 night stay with my partner - The room was tidy although the bathroom was quite mouldy and had silverfish running around the floor. We had an hours wait for breakfast on the first morning and the staff had packed away the bread/toaster etc well before our food arrived (food actually arrived 30 mins after breakfast restaurant had closed). In the afternoon we asked if we needed to book a table to eat at night. We were told there’s absolutely no chance of a table as they are so busy. The nearest place for food is in Coniston (over an hours walk away). We didn’t think it was unreasonable as a resident of the pub/restaurant to expect to be able to eat and drink there. We had to return home half way through our stay and lose our booking costs of £110
Very Disappointed August 2024 Booked a 2 night stay with my partner - The room was tidy although the bathroom was quite mouldy and had silverfish running around the floor. We had an hours wait for breakfast on the first morning and the staff had packed away the bread/toaster etc well before our food arrived (food actually arrived 30 mins after breakfast restaurant had closed). In the afternoon we asked if we needed to book a table to eat at night. We were told there’s absolutely no chance of a table as they are so busy. The nearest place for food is in Coniston (over an hours walk away). We didn’t think it was unreasonable as a resident of the pub/restaurant to expect to be able to eat and drink there. We had to return home half way through our stay and lose our booking costs of £110
6
Michael
27 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The management were very nice and friendly
The management were very nice and friendly
10
John
17 Apr 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Fabulous place to stay with very friendly, helpful staff. Autumn was alway polite and could not do enough for us. The room was perfect, modern and very well maintained. We will be returning soon
Fabulous place to stay with very friendly, helpful staff. Autumn was alway polite and could not do enough for us. The room was perfect, modern and very well maintained. We will be returning soon
8
John
7 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Staff were friendly and welcoming, the shepherds hut was clean and well equipped. The bed is quite high, so may not be great for people with mobility issues. There is a dog who barks constantly and is kept outside close to the huts, which made sitting out frustrating.
Staff were friendly and welcoming, the shepherds hut was clean and well equipped. The bed is quite high, so may not be great for people with mobility issues. There is a dog who barks constantly and is kept outside close to the huts, which made sitting out frustrating.
10
Dawn
24 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Stopped here overnight walking the Cumbrian Way. Fantastic place, great food, helpful and friendly staff, very clean and comfortable rooms, would recommend to all.
Stopped here overnight walking the Cumbrian Way. Fantastic place, great food, helpful and friendly staff, very clean and comfortable rooms, would recommend to all.
6
Tim
2 Jan 2026
·
Stayed 2 nights
No heating the small oil heater not sufficient. Had to ask for towels as the previous ones wouldn't be able to dry No top of coffee or milk etc No flexibility of the already booked table Some members of the team not very helpful
No heating the small oil heater not sufficient. Had to ask for towels as the previous ones wouldn't be able to dry No top of coffee or milk etc No flexibility of the already booked table Some members of the team not very helpful
10
Laura
30 Sept 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Had a lovely stay here recently, the staff were really great and very friendly, even allowing me to stay in my room later than the official check-out time as I was getting ready for a wedding. The room itself could have been a little cleaner and one of the lamps by the bed didn't work, but overall it was perfectly fine and more than clean enough for rooms above a pub :) The bed was wonderfully comfortable and I had one of the best nights sleep I've had in a while (especially after driving 7 hours to get there!). Breakfast the next morning was included in the price for the night, with a selection of both continental style and cooked options, my full English came out within 15/20 minutes of ordering and I had a proper, cafetière coffee. Very pleased and would definitely stay again if I'm back in the Lakes!
Had a lovely stay here recently, the staff were really great and very friendly, even allowing me to stay in my room later than the official check-out time as I was getting ready for a wedding. The room itself could have been a little cleaner and one of the lamps by the bed didn't work, but overall it was perfectly fine and more than clean enough for rooms above a pub :) The bed was wonderfully comfortable and I had one of the best nights sleep I've had in a while (especially after driving 7 hours to get there!). Breakfast the next morning was included in the price for the night, with a selection of both continental style and cooked options, my full English came out within 15/20 minutes of ordering and I had a proper, cafetière coffee. Very pleased and would definitely stay again if I'm back in the Lakes!
8
Anton
2 May 2023
·
Stayed 2 nights
Et par hyggelige dage på dette lille pub hotel. Lidt kaotisk indtjekning pga. samtidige håndværkere.
Et par hyggelige dage på dette lille pub hotel. Lidt kaotisk indtjekning pga. samtidige håndværkere.
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Location
Scenic base for Lake District walks, including access to Old Man of Coniston; generally quiet and relaxing. The setting can feel remote if you cannot dine on site.
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Paul
2 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very Disappointed August 2024 Booked a 2 night stay with my partner - The room was tidy although the bathroom was quite mouldy and had silverfish running around the floor. We had an hours wait for breakfast on the first morning and the staff had packed away the bread/toaster etc well before our food arrived (food actually arrived 30 mins after breakfast restaurant had closed). In the afternoon we asked if we needed to book a table to eat at night. We were told there’s absolutely no chance of a table as they are so busy. The nearest place for food is in Coniston (over an hours walk away). We didn’t think it was unreasonable as a resident of the pub/restaurant to expect to be able to eat and drink there. We had to return home half way through our stay and lose our booking costs of £110
Very Disappointed August 2024 Booked a 2 night stay with my partner - The room was tidy although the bathroom was quite mouldy and had silverfish running around the floor. We had an hours wait for breakfast on the first morning and the staff had packed away the bread/toaster etc well before our food arrived (food actually arrived 30 mins after breakfast restaurant had closed). In the afternoon we asked if we needed to book a table to eat at night. We were told there’s absolutely no chance of a table as they are so busy. The nearest place for food is in Coniston (over an hours walk away). We didn’t think it was unreasonable as a resident of the pub/restaurant to expect to be able to eat and drink there. We had to return home half way through our stay and lose our booking costs of £110
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John
15 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great base for exploring the Lakes. Pub rooms were good value. Welcoming lively pub/restaurant with good range of options and very generous portions! Plenty of free parking. All in all a great experience.
Great base for exploring the Lakes. Pub rooms were good value. Welcoming lively pub/restaurant with good range of options and very generous portions! Plenty of free parking. All in all a great experience.
10
Emma
19 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
All perfect! Friendly staff, excellent food, our little shepherds hut was perfect. Loved it! Ideal spot to climb up to Old Man of Coniston
All perfect! Friendly staff, excellent food, our little shepherds hut was perfect. Loved it! Ideal spot to climb up to Old Man of Coniston
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Jay Shin-chieh
1 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A wonderful experience in a secluded accommodation. Food at the pub is another plus, highly recommended.
A wonderful experience in a secluded accommodation. Food at the pub is another plus, highly recommended.
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Dawn
24 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Stopped here overnight walking the Cumbrian Way. Fantastic place, great food, helpful and friendly staff, very clean and comfortable rooms, would recommend to all.
Stopped here overnight walking the Cumbrian Way. Fantastic place, great food, helpful and friendly staff, very clean and comfortable rooms, would recommend to all.
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Barbara
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast and evening both excellent Good atmosphere and quiet room
Breakfast and evening both excellent Good atmosphere and quiet room
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Ruth
13 Feb 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Always nice to stay here staff friendly and food is very good especially the Sunday lunch. The shepherds huts are perfect everything you need for a relaxing break nice touch with the dressing gowns so we can get to and from hot tub. Ideally situated for walking don’t have to use car if you don’t want to.
Always nice to stay here staff friendly and food is very good especially the Sunday lunch. The shepherds huts are perfect everything you need for a relaxing break nice touch with the dressing gowns so we can get to and from hot tub. Ideally situated for walking don’t have to use car if you don’t want to.
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Stephanie
17 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We stayed in a Shepherd's hut and it was great! Lovely location for going walking (only about 10min drive from a car park to go up old man coniston) Was super cosy and warm inside the hut, everything you need to prepare food, a tv to watch Netflix etc and bed was decent. It did get quite damp in there at night leaving the corners of the bed a bit wet in the morning but nothing too extreme. (Might be worse after more than 2 nights though.) The Wilson’s arms was a nice place for food and a drink in the evenings and the deli attached had everything you need. Would come back!
We stayed in a Shepherd's hut and it was great! Lovely location for going walking (only about 10min drive from a car park to go up old man coniston) Was super cosy and warm inside the hut, everything you need to prepare food, a tv to watch Netflix etc and bed was decent. It did get quite damp in there at night leaving the corners of the bed a bit wet in the morning but nothing too extreme. (Might be worse after more than 2 nights though.) The Wilson’s arms was a nice place for food and a drink in the evenings and the deli attached had everything you need. Would come back!
10
Lesia
31 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,355 nights
Great location & staff. Great breakfast and bar.
Great location & staff. Great breakfast and bar.
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Catherine
18 Mar 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff friendly, food excellent. Quiet, relaxing, would recommend especially if you wanted to walk and explore. Dog friendly too.
Staff friendly, food excellent. Quiet, relaxing, would recommend especially if you wanted to walk and explore. Dog friendly too.
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Food and drink in the pub earn frequent praise for quality, generous portions, and good breakfast options (including gluten-free). A few guests faced long waits, limited menus during building works, extra charges for coffee, or difficulty securing a dinner table.
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Sam
23 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I really enjoyed my stay at the Wilson’s arms the staff was so warm and friendly, staff was very accommodating when it came to the dining options too food was amazing
I really enjoyed my stay at the Wilson’s arms the staff was so warm and friendly, staff was very accommodating when it came to the dining options too food was amazing
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Karl
25 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The room was warm, clean and cosy, comfy bed, bath towels a bit small, had a room with mountain view of Dow Crag & Coniston all be it a little restricted, the food was very good in the evening & the breakfast had a great choice and very tasty, staff were very friendly and helpful, it was a very peacful place to stay quiet at night no noise from other rooms will defo stay again it has been one of our better choices
The room was warm, clean and cosy, comfy bed, bath towels a bit small, had a room with mountain view of Dow Crag & Coniston all be it a little restricted, the food was very good in the evening & the breakfast had a great choice and very tasty, staff were very friendly and helpful, it was a very peacful place to stay quiet at night no noise from other rooms will defo stay again it has been one of our better choices
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Paul
2 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Very Disappointed August 2024 Booked a 2 night stay with my partner - The room was tidy although the bathroom was quite mouldy and had silverfish running around the floor. We had an hours wait for breakfast on the first morning and the staff had packed away the bread/toaster etc well before our food arrived (food actually arrived 30 mins after breakfast restaurant had closed). In the afternoon we asked if we needed to book a table to eat at night. We were told there’s absolutely no chance of a table as they are so busy. The nearest place for food is in Coniston (over an hours walk away). We didn’t think it was unreasonable as a resident of the pub/restaurant to expect to be able to eat and drink there. We had to return home half way through our stay and lose our booking costs of £110
Very Disappointed August 2024 Booked a 2 night stay with my partner - The room was tidy although the bathroom was quite mouldy and had silverfish running around the floor. We had an hours wait for breakfast on the first morning and the staff had packed away the bread/toaster etc well before our food arrived (food actually arrived 30 mins after breakfast restaurant had closed). In the afternoon we asked if we needed to book a table to eat at night. We were told there’s absolutely no chance of a table as they are so busy. The nearest place for food is in Coniston (over an hours walk away). We didn’t think it was unreasonable as a resident of the pub/restaurant to expect to be able to eat and drink there. We had to return home half way through our stay and lose our booking costs of £110
10
John
15 Sept 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great base for exploring the Lakes. Pub rooms were good value. Welcoming lively pub/restaurant with good range of options and very generous portions! Plenty of free parking. All in all a great experience.
Great base for exploring the Lakes. Pub rooms were good value. Welcoming lively pub/restaurant with good range of options and very generous portions! Plenty of free parking. All in all a great experience.
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SANDRA
13 Aug 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
We were not informed they were having building work, we would of not gone had we known as it was like a building site, dust everywhere, drilling started at 8am, had a marquee where you could buy food and drinks, limited menu served in cardboard box with wooden knife and fork. We were very disappointed
We were not informed they were having building work, we would of not gone had we known as it was like a building site, dust everywhere, drilling started at 8am, had a marquee where you could buy food and drinks, limited menu served in cardboard box with wooden knife and fork. We were very disappointed
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Alan
16 Jan 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Pleasant stay, in comfortable twin room, the bed was a little soft for me but slept reasonably well, the bathroom was definitely a little small but nicely done with mirrors on all walls at face height (a bit scary). We ate in the bar and had an excellent meal, I’m Coeliac and was very well catered for both at dinner and breakfast. A great plus was a gluten free hand pumped beer on the bar as well
Pleasant stay, in comfortable twin room, the bed was a little soft for me but slept reasonably well, the bathroom was definitely a little small but nicely done with mirrors on all walls at face height (a bit scary). We ate in the bar and had an excellent meal, I’m Coeliac and was very well catered for both at dinner and breakfast. A great plus was a gluten free hand pumped beer on the bar as well
10
Thomas
19 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice rooms and the food/drink at the pub is first class too
Nice rooms and the food/drink at the pub is first class too
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Tracy
28 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Warm friendly welcome. Cottage was well equipped. Booked breakfast for our last morning and this was a let down. I have never been charged extra for coffee with breakfast. Overall we did enjoy our stay and would go back, but we'd cook our own breakfast!
Warm friendly welcome. Cottage was well equipped. Booked breakfast for our last morning and this was a let down. I have never been charged extra for coffee with breakfast. Overall we did enjoy our stay and would go back, but we'd cook our own breakfast!
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Barbara
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Breakfast and evening both excellent Good atmosphere and quiet room
Breakfast and evening both excellent Good atmosphere and quiet room
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JAY
13 Feb 2022
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Stayed 1 night
One night stay which was very pleasant, Lovely room, lovely food, friendly atmosphere from the second you walk in
One night stay which was very pleasant, Lovely room, lovely food, friendly atmosphere from the second you walk in
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Conor
23 Jul 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolutely perfect stay and the breakfast was superb.
Absolutely perfect stay and the breakfast was superb.
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Abi
21 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely spacious room. Comfy bed. Couldn’t fault it
Lovely spacious room. Comfy bed. Couldn’t fault it
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Nick
11 May 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Made very welcome by staff on what was an incredibly busy Sunday(Bluebird K7 week) Had a podcast overnight and it was proper!! Very cosy,peaceful aaand warm. When it went dark,it went dark! Loved it,had a fabulous sleep. Food was good,beer was cold..will be back
Made very welcome by staff on what was an incredibly busy Sunday(Bluebird K7 week) Had a podcast overnight and it was proper!! Very cosy,peaceful aaand warm. When it went dark,it went dark! Loved it,had a fabulous sleep. Food was good,beer was cold..will be back
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Gillian
30 Apr 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved every minute. Stayed in glamping pod with dog. Was fabulous. Can't fault anything
Loved every minute. Stayed in glamping pod with dog. Was fabulous. Can't fault anything
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Sophie
25 Apr 2026
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Stayed 1 night
I stayed in one of the cabins and it was so lovely! Clean, cosy and quiet. There is another cabin right next door, and the campervans are just outside, but I didn't notice it at all. A few bits that looked a little neglected, I had to put the shower door seal back on, the bathroom heater had seen better days, and so had the blinds. Check in and check out were simple, and the staff were cheery and happy to help :)
I stayed in one of the cabins and it was so lovely! Clean, cosy and quiet. There is another cabin right next door, and the campervans are just outside, but I didn't notice it at all. A few bits that looked a little neglected, I had to put the shower door seal back on, the bathroom heater had seen better days, and so had the blinds. Check in and check out were simple, and the staff were cheery and happy to help :)
FAQs about The Wilson's Arms
Is parking available at the property?
Free self parking is available on-site.
Is breakfast offered at the property?
Breakfast is available for a fee at The Wilson's Arms restaurant.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 15:00 until 19:30, and check-out is by 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. It is 2.7 miles from John Ruskin Museum and 5.1 miles from Brantwood.
Are children allowed at the property?
Children are welcome at the property, and kids can stay for free up to a certain age.
Does the property offer extra beds or cribs?
The property does not specify the availability of extra beds or cribs, and any requests may require advance confirmation.
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Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards
- A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property.
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