Augill Castle, Cumbria

Description: Augill Castle

Standing in magnificent gardens and surrounded by some of England's most beautiful landscapes, Augill Castle is set in an 1840s folly, lovingly renovated and converted into a luxury country retreat. This fabulous property offers unique, cosy accommodation, great cuisine and a fantastic range of outdoor activities in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

Strategically located between the North Pennines AONB, the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and the Lake District, Augill Castle is a delightful spot for couples, families or groups of friends seeking something a little different from cookie-cutter hotels or staid B and Bs. Family friendly for all ages, there is something for everyone at Augill Castle, from toddlers to teenagers to grandparents. Indoors, there is a library with board games and toys, and a cinema, while the twenty-acre grounds boast a playground, a tennis court and even a tree-house. The area around the castle is perfect for an endless list of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, water-sports or horse-riding, among many other options.

The dining room is in the heart of the castle, and is an invitation to be part of a unique country castle experience for breakfast, afternoon tea and supper. Delicious meals can be enjoyed with other guests at one of the huge antique oak tables in the Dining Room, or at individual tables in the Conservatory. For groups of six or more, the Drawing Room is the perfect private dining space, and there are also tables on the terrace, in the garden, or by the fireplace in the rooms. Formal or relaxed, sociable or intimate, there is something for everyone at Augill Castle.

Type of rooms: Augill Castle

Pendragon:
Grand double - for couples looking for extra space or families with young children.
Huge carved oak fireplace, arched leaded windows and red and gold four poster bed in the centre of the room. Steps lead down to the dark green bathroom with a Victorian cast-iron claw-footed bath and stained glass windows. Queen Victoria is said to have stayed in this room en route to Balmoral. First floor King four poster (sleeps two adults and up to two children under 12 on chair beds).
Haygarth:
Romantic double - ideal just for two.
A green and gold room with floor to ceiling arched Gothic window over the front porch with views across the gardens. The bathroom has an original fireplace and large double ended bath big enough for two. First floor king-size four poster (sleeps two adults).
Langdale:
Romantic double - ideal just for two.
Gothic leaded windows, oak panelling, a turn-of-the-century fireplace and elegant Edwardian four poster bed. The stunning blue and white bathroom has a marble washstand and a Victorian claw footed bath. First floor antique double four poster (sleeps two adults).
Brackenber:
Romantic double - ideal just for two.
The window is framed in painted eighteenth century oak panelling and instead of a wardrobe there's a turret. A rediscovered arched window forms the doorway down to the large bathroom with a polished oak floor. First floor king-size mahogany four poster (sleeps two adults).
Middlesmoor:
Romantic double - ideal just for two.
Elegantly decorated in blue and gold with a leaded bay window extending the entire width of the room. The bed is dated the same year as the castle was built. The bathroom is delicately decorated in blue and white with an original nineteenth century corner basin. First floor king antique half tester bed (sleeps two adults).
Appleby:
Grand double - for couples looking for extra space or families with young children.
A cast iron fireplace, squishy sofa and Mahogany six-foot bed, original watercolours and botanical prints. Four creaky old wooden steps lead down to the castle's largest, panelled four poster bathroom. First floor super king (sleeps two adults and up to two children under 12 on chair beds).
Derwent & Raisbeck - The North Wing:
Interconnecting suite of two rooms - just made for families of all ages.
In the North Wing, a huge suite of two bedrooms decorated in regal purple and William Morris blue with poetry on the ceiling, one round wall and a family bathroom with cast iron roll top bath. King antique brass bed (sleeps two adults & up to two children under 12 on chair beds) plus antique twin brass beds.
Greystoke:
Romantic garden twin or double - a perfect retreat for couples.
Part of the old Orangery with two huge arched gothic windows opening onto the garden. There is a turret for a wardrobe and a touch of Wendy's African upbringing giving the room a more contemporary feel. Ground floor super king or twin (sleeps two adults).
The Orangery:
Garden suite - perfect for couples wanting to hide away or families of all ages.
Part of the old Orangery with huge arched Gothic windows opening onto its own secluded garden and the castle gardens beyond. Super-king four-poster bed, stunning bronze wall and fabulous contemporary bathroom. A connecting day room can accommodate two children. Ground floor four-poster suite (sleeps two adults and up to two children).
The Stable House:
Estate house - made for families or for couples looking for total privacy.
Converted from the old gatehouse and stables, these private rooms have their own garden, front door, turrets and castellations - another castle within a castle! Ground floor: bedroom with mahogany king sleigh bed, day room with full sized single bed, galley kitchen, bathroom. First floor: super king or twin and huge patriotic bathroom. Sleeps four adults or two adults and up to three children.
The Little Castle:
Estate house - made for families or couples looking for total privacy.
Converted from the old gatehouses and stables, these private rooms have their own garden, front door, turrets and castellations - their very own castle within a castle! Ground floor: king-size bedroom with Lloyd loom bed, galley kitchen, bathroom. First floor: super king or twin bedroom, bathroom. Sleeps four adults or two adults and up to three children.
The Gatehouse:
Garden suite - the ultimate couples' castle retreat.
A wonderful suite over two floors occupying one of the castle's two towers. Castellations and a spectacular view towards the Lakeland fells through the tallest of our Gothic arched windows. Ground floor: Sitting room opening onto private garden. First floor: bathroom and king-size four poster. Split level king-size four poster suite (sleeps two adults).

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