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The Patterdale Hotel, a “substantial” Lakeland hotel in the Lake District, has been brought to market for offers in the region of £3.95m.
Dating back to 1626, the stone-built building sits on approximately six acres, though the total site extends to around 40 acres. It features 60 en-suite letting bedrooms, extensive staff accommodation, and public areas including the Place Fell Inn lounge bar, an interconnecting snug, the West Lounge with combined seating totalling around 40, and a restaurant seating 66.
The hotel is said to have a “strong and consistent” trading base, generating an actual and forecast net turnover of around £1.95m for the year ending June 2025.
Predominantly leisure-focused, the property attracts visitors looking to explore the Lake District, with walking routes such as the Striding Edge to Helvellyn walk starting nearby.
The hotel offers “breathtaking” fell and mountain views from many of its letting rooms and Patterdale village, where it is located, is accessible only via the scenic Kirkstone Pass or alongside Ullswater, contributing to its “unique appeal and visitor draw”.
The property also comes with additional accommodation, a detached manager’s house, several staff cottages, and a two-storey former barn offering potential for redevelopment or alternative uses.
Outdoor amenities include a beer garden with picnic seating, a decking area with barbecue facilities, and on-site parking, with a nearby pay-and-display car park.
The current owners said: “We have been privileged to steward the Patterdale Hotel for more than 25 years, investing significantly in refurbishments and upgrades. The hotel enjoys a loyal customer base and a reputation for warm hospitality. We believe the next owner will have excellent potential to build on this solid foundation and capitalise on the hotel’s unique setting.”
Julian Troup, head of Colliers Hotels Agency team, who is handling the sale, added: “The Patterdale Hotel is a standout opportunity in a spectacular location within a prime part of the Lake District. Its enviable location, extensive accommodation, and solid trading performance make it a highly attractive proposition. The hotel’s historic character combined with modern facilities creates a platform for continued growth and enhancement under new ownership.”
