Winner of "Best Luxury Self-Catering Accommodation In The UK"

Following nominations we were added to the shortlist and then subject to LUX Life's rigorous internal vetting procedure. Their extensive research and judging process is driven by merit and centred around an in-depth evaluation of skills and services on offer.

Awardees must demonstrate expertise within their field, dedicated to customer service and a commitment to promoting excellence. 

Winner of Luxury Self-Catering Accommodation of the Year Award

The Corporate Livewire North England Prestige Awards recognise small and medium-sized businesses that have proven to be the best in their market over the past 12 months. All shortlisted companies are asked to support their nomination with evidence of their work, positive feedback from their clients, information on previous accreditation’s and recognition as well as highlighting the most outstanding parts of their businesses. The judging panel base their decisions upon areas such as service excellence, quality of the product/ service provided, innovative practices, value, ethical or sustainable methods of working, as well as consistency in performance. The winners selected are those who can best demonstrate their strengths in these areas.

Awarded the prestigious HotelsCombined accolade

This exclusive collection of highly-rated accommodations have been chosen using a strict set of criteria such as the quality and consistency of reviews, the absence of recurring or unresolved issues with customers, popularity of the property and of course, the overall resulting score. During the last observation period Waternook Lakeside Accommodation gained 125 impressive reviews with an outstanding overall score of 10/10. For further information see https://www.hotelscombined.com/Hotel/Waternook_Lakeside_Accommodation.htm

Awarded the prestigious Visit England 5 Star Gold accolade

Visit England’s Gold and Silver Awards celebrate accommodation establishments that outperform in their category, offering exceptional quality within their star rating. The awards help guests find special places where hosts go the extra mile, whatever the size, style or star rating of the accommodation. Visit England’s assessors make recommendations for Gold and Silver Awards based on their annual assessments. They’ll look at quality in all areas, especially housekeeping, service and hospitality, bedrooms, bathrooms and food (if provided). While star ratings are based on a combination of quality, range of facilities and level of service offered, Gold and Silver award are based solely on quality. Businesses must maintain the necessary scores for a Gold or Silver Award each year.

Winner of 2019's Best Luxury Lakeside Accommodation - the UK

The 2019 Global Luxury Hotel & Spa Awards have been designed to recognise the companies, brands and individuals who are excelling in the ever-growing industry of luxury hospitality – those who go above and beyond to exemplify experiences clients are seeking when looking for their latest getaway. Our dedicated team of in-house researchers have handpicked each participant – ranging from the very best boutique hotels, to beautiful beach resorts and experts in tailor-made getaways. This proven approach ensures that we award on merit, and not popularity, and recognise the very best in the business.

ABOUT LUX Life: Spanning the highest net worth individuals from around the world, LUXlife readers are a distinct breed. They know what they like and are willing to pay for it. As such, we showcase the products, services, attractions and events that will appeal to them. Some of the world’s most internationally renowned brands, individuals and products are highlighted in our magazine so that our esteemed readers will find everything they need to truly live the life they deserve.

Winner of Best Serviced Accommodation in UK & Ireland

The Awards are based on responses from online voting, guest feedback, and Local Expert reports drawn from the hotels featured on our website and in our most recent Guides.

ABOUT CONDÉ NAST JOHANSENS: Condé Nast Johansens, from the publishers of Vogue, GQ, Tatler, Condé Nast Traveller and Vanity Fair, is the premier reference guide for independent travellers. Condé Nast Johansens remains the most comprehensive illustrated reference to independently owned hotels inspected annually. With dedicated and highly trained Local Experts, almost 10 times as many properties have been assessed as appear online or in the Guides in order to narrow the final selection down to the best selection of accommodation for independent travellers. With a readership of 5.8 million, the Guides' distribution now totals 27,000 worldwide.

2018 Visit England ROSE Award in Recognition Of Service Excellence – this coveted award can only be won once and only to 100 businesses across the country.

The awards recognise accommodation providers across England who provide outstanding customer service for their customers.

Visit England Director Andrew Stokes said: “The ROSE Awards highlights those businesses who go above and beyond for their customers, providing the highest levels of customer service and ensuring repeat business, driving visitor growth and boosting local economies”.

Winner of Best Luxury Accommodation in The Lake District in the LUX 2019 Family & Visitor Attraction Awards

The Awards are based on 3 months of research from the judges. Waternook Lakeside Accommodation demonstrated excellence and commitment to the hospitality and leisure industry

ABOUT LUX Life: Spanning the highest net worth individuals from around the world, LUXlife readers are a distinct breed. They know what they like and are willing to pay for it. As such, we showcase the products, services, attractions and events that will appeal to them. Some of the world’s most internationally renowned brands, individuals and products are highlighted in our magazine so that our esteemed readers will find everything they need to truly live the life they deserve.

Winner of the Best Onsite Leisure Facilities Award

The CHS Awards provide hotels and venues with a unique opportunity to showcase their facilities - allowing even the smallest independent venue to be recognised for an aspect, service or feature of their property or service. The Awards are judged by an independent panel of over 50 event professionals from leading agencies throughout the UK.

Winner of Best Luxury Accommodation in The Lake District in the LUX 2019 Family & Visitor Attraction Awards

The Awards are based on 3 months of research from the judges. Waternook Lakeside Accommodation demonstrated excellence and commitment to the hospitality and leisure industry

ABOUT LUX Life: Spanning the highest net worth individuals from around the world, LUXlife readers are a distinct breed. They know what they like and are willing to pay for it. As such, we showcase the products, services, attractions and events that will appeal to them. Some of the world’s most internationally renowned brands, individuals and products are highlighted in our magazine so that our esteemed readers will find everything they need to truly live the life they deserve.

Winner of Best Luxury Self Catering Accommodation - Cumbria
Winner of Award for Excellence in Exclusive Retreats - Cumbria

Winners in the ‘LUX UK Hospitality Awards 2017’

National finalist [of 3] in the Self Catering Holiday Provider of the Year category at the Visit England Awards for Excellence 2017

Waternook has been awarded the prestigious 5 Star Gold Award by Visit England

Waternook was the winner of Cumbria Tourism's 2016 Award for self catering holiday of the year

Waternook was awarded "Best Luxury Self Catering Accommodation 2016 - The Lake District" and Lux Venue Award "Best for Weddings - The Lake District". 

Waternook was listed in the "Top 12 Party Pads in Great Britain" by The Sunday Times in October 2016.