WHAT'S NEW AT YEWFIELD Yewfield is now open for the 2024 season
Yewfield is a peaceful and friendly retreat located in the heart of the English Lake District, an area of rare natural beauty that has inspired many famous poets and artists. Our guest house offers stylish rooms, stunning views, and a peaceful ambience, which has earned us a VisitEngland 5 Star Rating from 2015 to 2023. We were also awarded the ROSE 2017 by Visit England.
Why Stay with Us
Yewfield is the perfect base for exploring the stunning national park, with its many opportunities for walking, hiking, and enjoying the beautiful scenery. Our peaceful grounds offer lovely walks, and our log fire lounge is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a good book. We also have a peaceful garden where you can unwind and take in the stunning views.
Our Services
We offer both bed and breakfast and self-catering accommodation. Our bed and breakfast package includes a continental vegetarian buffet from 8:00 am until 9:30 am, followed by a full cooked vegetarian or vegan breakfast. Our self-catering apartments are available throughout the year and offer all the amenities you need to feel at home.
Dinner at Yewfield
We also offer dinner on most Fridays and Saturdays at 30.00 per person per night, with gluten-free and vegan options available. Our dinner menu includes dishes such as baked polenta and olive tapenade, pecan, courgette, and mushroom roast en croute, and lasagna with puy lentils, Mediterranean vegetables, and Italian tomato.
Mid-Week Offer
We currently have a mid-week offer available until March 2025 for any three nights from Sunday to Friday, including three nights' B&B plus two 2-course dinners at either Zeffirellis or Fellinis for two. The cost is 465.00 for a standard room, 495.00 for a superior room, and 540.00 for a suite.
Working at Yewfield
If you are interested in working at Yewfield and have experience in hospitality, please send in a CV with information to derek@yewfield.co.uk.
Concerts and Events
We also host classical and contemporary music concerts featuring world-class performers. For updates on our concert schedule, see our concert page.
Gardeners' Blog
Our gardener, Gary Primrose, who manages the woodlands around Yewfield, features in a Cumbria Woodlands case study on managing the plantation and explains the long-term goal of setting up a wood fuel cycle for the house, providing chip and firewood, while converting the woodland from coniferous forest to deciduous woodland. You can keep up to date with what's happening on the grounds at Yewfield by visiting our gardeners' blog.
Sustainability Policy
We pride ourselves on our sustainable practices, including using wood chip for heating and converting our woodland from coniferous forest to deciduous woodland. You can read more about our sustainability policy on our website.
Accommodation and Location
The Yewfields Guest House has impressed its guests with its peaceful and relaxing atmosphere, stunning views, and beautiful surroundings. The location is described as quiet and remote, perfect for those looking to unwind. The hotel's grounds are extensive, offering lovely walks and strolls. Guests have praised the hotel's location, with some mentioning the nearby lake and national trust tarn.
Food and Service
The Yewfields Guest House has received high praise for its delicious food, with many guests mentioning the fantastic breakfast options, including vegan and vegetarian choices. The staff have been commended for their help, hospitality, and friendliness. Guests have praised the hotel's service, with some mentioning the staff's willingness to accommodate their needs and provide a relaxed atmosphere.
Rooms and Amenities
The rooms at the Yewfields Guest House have been praised for their cleanliness, spaciousness, and comfort. Some guests have mentioned the hotel's lovely views, grand building, and peaceful surroundings. The hotel also offers additional amenities, such as a yoga studio, guest fridge, and comfortable lounge with classical music.
