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Raise View House

White Bridge, Grasmere LA22 9RQ, England
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Raise View House
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Ranked #1 of 21 Grasmere B&B and Inns
5.0 of 5 stars 200 Reviews
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Rating summary
  • Location
    5 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    5 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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Leeds, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
“3 Days in Grasmere”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

We had been given a present by our family of 2 nights in the Raise View and we certainly enjoyed our stay. Karen and John make you feel so welcome that you forget that it is not your own place !! It also spreads to the guests who were also extremely friendly ( one couple were there for the 10th... More

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John G, Owner at Raise View House, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Dear Alan & Celia Many many thanks for taking the trouble to write our 200 review on Tripadvisor we are so very humbled by all the kind comments over the years and are delighted you enjoyed you first visit to Raise View House. May is a great time to visit Grasmere as the new born 'Herdys' are all playing in... More

Bar Harbor
Senior Contributor
24 reviews 24 reviews
13 hotel reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
“Just Perfection!!!!!!!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Our fourth visit to this most perfect little B&B in the beautiful village of Grasmere. We stumbled upon Raise View on our first visit to the Lakes and Grasmere and obviously it meet all of our expectations and more. The house is neat as a pin, the decorating is classic and up to date, the breakfast is wonderfully and carefully... More

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John G, Owner at Raise View House, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Dear Barry & Susan What can we say it was wonderful to see you again especially as you don't live just round the corner and what lovely comments from a fellow B&B owner or innkeeper as you say. You never know one day Karen and I may get to visit you in Bar Harbor lets hope so! Karen and I... More

Norwich, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
38 reviews 38 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Excellent again, see you next year”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

This is our 2nd visit to Raise View and we will be back without any shadow of doubt. From the minute you arrive John and Karen make you feel so welcome and will do everything they can to ensure that you have the best stay possible. We stayed in Helm Crag and as the name suggests you have the most... More

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John G, Owner at Raise View House, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Dear Fraser & Vanda It was great to see you both again and are delighted you enjoyed your second stay with us at Raise View House and are already planning next years visit. The view from Helm Crags bedroom is rather special and lots of guests say it inspires then to follow in 'Wainwrights' footsteps and walk up to the... More

Tynemouth, United Kingdom
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15 reviews 15 reviews
7 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Always happy to return”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

We again returned to Raiseview House. John and Karen are just the best at what they do! Welcoming,friendly, professional and kind...we have stayed I think five times now over a 10 year span and it is just a constant, always beautiful and breakfasts are five star. This place has some lovely touches very elegant and comfortable .. As they say... More

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John G, Owner at Raise View House, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Dear Peter & Trudi It was great to see you again and we enjoyed catching up with all your news. We are so fortunate to have so many guests who come back and stay with us and we loved your photos taken in our garden. Thank you very much for posting a review it really does make us fell very... More

Frodsham, United Kingdom
2 reviews
“Comfortable and relaxed”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 May 2013

Just spent a weekend at Raise View with my wife and a couple of our friends. We received a warm welcome from John and Karen and good advice on where to eat in the village. We had a great night’s sleep in a quiet, cosy comfortable room with stunning views. The breakfast selection next morning was excellent; I can recommend... More

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John G, Owner at Raise View House, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Hi Peter It was great to see you and Norah again and thanks for taking the trouble once more to write a wonderful review about your stay. The full English does seem to go down well as I think it's a real holiday treat and sets you up for a days walking on the fells. Glad you found Raise View... More

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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Outstanding, friendly and we'll be back”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 May 2013

Stunning B&B, a lovely warm greeting from Karen and John. The rooms are beautifully decorated, breakfast is first class and the view from the bedroom is perfect. Wouldn't hesitate recommending Raise View House to anyone . We'll be back :)

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John G, Owner at Raise View House, responded to this review
14 May 2013

Dear andiwill Thank you for such a great review. Karen and I are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us. I know I've said it before but we are so lucky to have a B&B in Grasmere it's such a special Lakeland village and everyone loves it. Hope to see you again. Best wishes John & Karen More

Birmingham, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Absolutely wonderful”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2013

I took my mum and dad to Raiseview house for their Christmas present. I really wanted it to be special and it could not have been more so. Karen and John were the ultimate hosts. They were so kind to my mum and dad and really looked after us. They made us feel at home right from the moment we... More

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John G, Owner at Raise View House, responded to this review
28 April 2013

It was our pleasure and we enjoyed making your holiday with your Mum & Dad special. We really do appreciate all the kind things guests say not just about us but about Raise View House and Grasmere. It makes our job so much worthwhile. We would love to see you all again. Best wishes John & Karen More

Birmingham, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Winter wonderland”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 April 2013

We spent a wonderful few days in snowy Grasmere at Raise View House. We felt welcome and at home from the moment we set foot into the house. Karen and John are wonderful hosts and have made a beautifully welcoming and comfortable home for us all to share. The room we stayed in - Stone Arthur - was cosy and... More

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John G, Manager at Raise View House, responded to this review
28 April 2013

It most certainly was Winter Wonderland and so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Stone Arthur is a popular room with the aspect of having two windows but it does help when we are lucky enough to have such fabulous views to look onto. We really enjoyed your company and appreciated your very kind words. We look forward to welcoming you... More

Monmouth, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“"Once again a great stay"”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

As always we were greeted warmly by John and Karen. This time we stayed in the Helm Crag a delightful room as are all the rooms in the Raise View. Nothing is ever too much trouble, John and Karen are happy to recommend and book restaurants, advise on walks in the local area and give any other information required. One... More

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John G, Owner at Raise View House, responded to this review
28 April 2013

Dear Lawrence & Giselanine We always look forward to seeing you and are so pleased you enjoyed another stay with us at Raise View House. When you have been out and about it's nice to be able to walk into the village and have a glass or two and a nice meal and we are so fortunate in Grasmere to... More

London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Fantastic w lovely hosts”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013

The house is lovely, rooms charming and tidy and impeccably clean with comfy beds. Breakfast is absolutely great with both yogurts, cereal, toast, french press coffee/tea and a full cooked breakfast with eggs etc. the hosts are a charming couple that are on top of it all. For Easter they had themed decorations, Cadbury eggs for each guest at breakfast... More

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John G, Owner at Raise View House, responded to this review
13 April 2013

Dear Diana Karen and I are so pleased you enjoyed your stay with us over Easter and appreciated our little touches like the Cadbury Cream eggs. Breakfast is such a holiday treat and our guests tell us it sets them up for a day on the hills and again delighted you enjoyed the different choices we offer. Thanks also for... More

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Also Known As:
Raise View House Hotel
Raise View House Hotel Grasmere
Raise View House Grasmere, Lake District
Address: White Bridge, Grasmere LA22 9RQ, England
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Region: United Kingdom > England > Cumbria > Lake District > Grasmere
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Ranked #1 of 21 B&Bs / Inns in Grasmere
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Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Raise View House is situated at the northern end of Grasmere, yet just five minutes' walk from the village centre. We enjoy uninterrupted views of the Easedale fells, including the famed Lion & the Lamb. John & Karen look forward to welcoming you to Raise View and to helping you enjoy your stay in this beautiful area. ... more   less 

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