Inside the beautiful Lake District hotel which offers the PERFECT vantage point over Lake Windermere

Looking out over Windermere, it's easy to understand why literary greats were inspired by the breathtaking views. As boats sail up and down and birds fly overhead against the backdrop of rolling hills, you can enjoy it all for hours.

The Langdale Chase Hotel on the shores of the famous lake, synonymous with author Beatrix Potter and poet William Wordsworth, provides the perfect vantage point. Whether you enjoy a book in the reading room, have afternoon tea in the conservatory or take a lake cruise, there is plenty to do.

Built as a house in the 1890s, the Grade II listed building was the first residence in Windermere to have electricity and became a hotel in 1930.

His striking presence was seen in the 1947 Alfred Hitchcock film The Paradine Case and in the 1988 BBC drama Across The Lake, starring Anthony Hopkins.

Hospitality company Daniel Thwaites bought the boutique hotel in 2017, which reopened in November after a year-long, multi-million pound renovation.

Ashlie writes: 'On the banks of the famous lake, synonymous with writers such as Beatrix Potter and poet William Wordsworth, the Langdale Chase hotel offers the perfect vantage point.' In the photo above you can see the boathouse

The bedrooms are 'spacious, comfortable and filled with personal touches including individually made cakes for each guest and a minibar with beer and fresh milk'

Upon entering, guests are welcomed into the hall by a roaring fire (in cold weather), where they check in with a friendly staff member and drink champagne under the stained glass windows on a cozy sofa.

There's an Art Deco bar, the oak room, the reading room, a restaurant with two AA rosettes, a wine cellar, a cinema room and a conservatory serving afternoon tea – with even more champagne.

In summer you can enjoy this on the terrace, where you can watch the sun set behind the Langdale Pikes.

Attention to detail in both the decor and the food was impressive. The sandwiches, nibbles and fantasies were a work of art and the afternoon tea was the best I've had (and I've had a few) – worth a visit even if you're just passing through Windermere.

For those who want to enjoy the sanctuary of the rooms and make the most of the facilities, they are spacious, comfortable and filled with personal touches, including individually made cakes for each guest, a minibar with beer and fresh milk, and a coffee machine . The furnishings are grand and luxurious, yet homely and comfortable and the view from the bedroom window shows the four and a half acre grounds and the famous water.

There are 21 rooms in the main house, eight in the modern Lakehouse and one suite in the historic Boat House and most rooms have a bath in the en suite.

Warm welcome: a roaring fire in the winter months creates a cozy atmosphere at Langdale Chase

According to Ashlie, “a visit to the restaurant to enjoy a meal created by Chef Michael Cole is a must.” She adds: “Guests can choose from Lakeland Dexter beef, crispy oyster and stout, and Goosnargh guinea fowl with wild mushroom.”

The décor is 'grand and luxurious yet homely and comfortable and the view from the bedroom window shows the four and a half acre grounds and the famous water'

There are 21 rooms in the main house, eight in the modern Lakehouse and one suite in the historic Boat House and most rooms have a bath in the en suite.

The hotel is also dog friendly and pets can enjoy the sights of the Lake District and extensive grounds.

After a day of hiking, clay pigeon shooting or even taking a dip in the lake (for those brave enough), a visit to the restaurant to enjoy a meal prepared by Chef Michael Cole is a must.

In keeping with the gastronomic experience, guests can choose from Lakeland Dexter beef, crispy oysters and stout, and Goosnargh guinea fowl with wild mushrooms.

Award-winning cheese is available as a separate dish and for dessert there is a range of sweet treats such as pineapple upside down cake, chocolate delice and passion fruit soufflé, to name a few.

In the morning, guests can enjoy a continental selection of cereals, yoghurt and fruit and plan their day as they peruse the hot food menu, including a full breakfast, haddock kedgeree and eggs Benedict.