The Dukes Head

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Scored 8.7
Rated fabulous

Free WiFi

9.6

About this property

Situated in the village of Armathwaite with its views of Cumbria Pennine fells and the River Eden, The Dukes Head is a traditional country Inn where guests can enjoy a drink and overnight stay. The property is pet-friendly and features wood burning stove and free WiFi. All rooms come with a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. Guests can also enjoy a continental breakfast in the morning. The area is very popular with walkers, cyclists, canoeists, golfers, and motorcyclists. Armathwaite is an ideal location for guests wishing to explore two UNESCO World Heritage sites, the Lake District National Park and Hadrian's Wall as well as the historic city of Carlisle. Guests will also have easy access to the market towns of Brampton, Alston, and Penrith. Armathwaite railway station is close by which allows guests to explore the historic Settle to Carlisle railway line.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast info

Continental

  • Free private parking available at the hotel

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Guests who stayed here loved

Liz
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location, clean room, comfortable, staff on arrival very helpful, Bar when open good”
Christine
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Everything you couldwish for in an overnight stay.”
Shaun
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location peaceful setting very quiet and relaxing location rooms were lovely and clean”
Shaun
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean, welcoming, well decorated, great sized rooms and staff very friendly.”
Karen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Staff were really friendly and had good information (e.g. local pub/fish and chips info for dinner). Breakfast was excellent and good to be included in the price.”
Stephen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very comfortable, clean and tastefully decorated room. Hosts were very welcoming and friendly. The continental breakfast spread was excellent and very fresh.”
Tim
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“Clean and comfortable, the rooms have clearly been renovated to a high standard.”
Sandra
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very friendly staff, room spotless, and comfortable, lovely area to visit and relax. Communication pre stay about food on site very helpful. We ate in the pub they suggested which was good value for money but pleased we were staying at dukes head”
Davies
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“Rooms immaculate. Staff very helpful and friendly. First class!”
Lynn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great location with good road and rail links to nearby Carlisle and other towns. Decor inside and out was immaculate and well presented. Staff were exceptional, friendly and a real credit who made you feel at home. The room was spotless and had...”

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House rules

The Dukes Head takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 19:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Dukes Head in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.