Book The Black Swan in Ravenstonedale, Lake District

The Black Swan has 16 rooms with traditional wooden furnishings and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms retain original open fireplaces. The hotel also offers unique glamping yurts by the river for a back-to-nature experience with luxuries.

The hotel's restaurant holds the AA Pub Of The Year - England award and a Good Hotel Guide Cesar Award. Food is made from seasonal local produce, with menus changing to reflect available ingredients. The bar stocks real cask ales and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the dining room or bar area.

On-site leisure includes billiards, darts, table tennis, and tennis equipment, plus a children's playground. The riverside garden is visited by red squirrels and has outdoor furniture, a picnic area, and a sun terrace. Board games and a selection of books are available in the lounge.

The hotel sits in the Eden Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a 15-minute drive from the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Lake Windermere is less than 30 miles away, and the historic Gilbertine monastery ruins are nearby. Walking trails start directly from the village, with printed route maps kept at reception.

Dogs are allowed in common areas and in designated rooms, with facilities such as fresh milk available in a landing fridge. Families benefit from the children's playground, board games, and family rooms. The hotel also provides packed lunches and special diet menus upon request.

Awards: AA Pub Of The Year & Good Hotel Guide Cesar Award

Rooms: 16 rooms plus glamping yurts

Dining: Seasonal local produce, real cask ales

Location: Eden Valley AONB, near Lake District & Yorkshire Dales

Pet Policy: Dogs welcome in common areas & rooms

Family: Children's playground, board games, family rooms

Outdoor: Riverside garden, picnic area, tennis & table tennis