Offering spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi, this former Victorian country residence is set in its own extensive grounds. With lovely riverside scenery on the doorstep, guests are 5 minutes’ drive from Lancaster. Bright rooms at the Scarthwaite Country House Hotel each have a TV, ironing facilities and free tea and coffee. Some rooms overlook the gardens, whilst all have a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Locally sourced produce is used to create home-made cuisine in the Conservatory Restaurant. The adjoining bar stocks local real ales and has a relaxing open fire. Scarthwaite Country House is only 1.5 miles from the M6, and a 10-minute drive from the scenery of the Lake District. Guests are also 20 minutes’ car journey from the Forest of Bowland.