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The Wilson's Arms

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A wooden cabin with a curved roof, a glass door, and a small outdoor seating area with chairs. - The Wilson's Arms (Coniston)
A room with a large bathtub, a bed with a brown headboard, and a window with curtains. - The Wilson's Arms (Coniston)
A corrugated metal building with a circular window, surrounded by a wooden fence and a garden area. - The Wilson's Arms (Coniston)
A pub with a stone facade, a red telephone booth, and flower baskets. - The Wilson's Arms (Coniston)
A cozy restaurant with a wood-burning stove in the foreground, wooden tables and chairs, and a painting on the wall. - The Wilson's Arms (Coniston)
Take advantage of a garden, a bar, and a restaurant at The Wilson's Arms. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

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View all photos for Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Mountain View

A room with a large bathtub, a bed with a brown headboard, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, Private Bathroom, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, Ensuite, Courtyard View

A cozy room with a wooden ceiling beam, a fireplace, a plaid armchair, a sofa, and a dresser with drawers.

Superior Suite, Ensuite, Courtyard View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Ensuite

A neatly made bed with a dark green bedspread, two pillows, and two rolled towels.

Standard Double Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A bathroom with a sink, mirror, and shower. There is a door leading to another room.

Standard Twin Room, Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Ensuite

Double Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 151 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Mountain View

A cozy restaurant with a wood-burning stove in the foreground, wooden tables and chairs, and a painting on the wall.

Superior Double Room, Ensuite, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 124 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Single Room, Ensuite

  • 75 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Family House, Ensuite, Mountain View

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining table.

Family House, Ensuite, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A wooden cabin with a curved roof, a glass door, and a small outdoor seating area with chairs.

Cabin, Ensuite (Twin Glamping Pod)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Cabin, Ensuite (Double Glamping Pod )

A cozy cabin room with a wooden interior, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

Standard Cabin, Ensuite (Double Glamping Pod )

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Buttercup)

A compact bedroom with a bed, a small table, and a window.

Superior Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Buttercup)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Luxury Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Bluebell) | Property entrance

Luxury Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Bluebell)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Standard Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Daisy)

A fenced area with a small building and a wooden fence.

Standard Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Daisy)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Primrose )

A corrugated metal building with a circular window, surrounded by a wooden fence and a garden area.

Room, Ensuite, Mountain View (Primrose )

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Superior Cottage, Ensuite, Mountain View (Herdwick)

A neatly made bed with a quilted bedspread, two pillows, and rolled towels.

Superior Cottage, Ensuite, Mountain View (Herdwick)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Cottage, Ensuite, Mountain View (Saddleback Cottage)

A living room with a wooden coffee table, a white vase with flowers, and a couch in the background.

Standard Cottage, Ensuite, Mountain View (Saddleback Cottage)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Cottage, Private Bathroom, Mountain View (No 3 Wilsons Cottage)

A cozy living room with a red sofa, green armchair, and a round coffee table.

Deluxe Cottage, Private Bathroom, Mountain View (No 3 Wilsons Cottage)

  • Mountain view
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Room, Ensuite, Courtyard View (Daffodil glamping pod)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Basic Mobile Home, Garden View (NO ACCOM Point only)

A sign labeled "Windermere Pitch 1" on a wooden post.

Basic Mobile Home, Garden View (NO ACCOM Point only)

  • Garden view
  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

Bed in dormitory TWO BEDS

  • Sleeps 1

Bed in dormitory WITH DOUBLE BED

  • Sleeps 1

HOUSE MOUNTAIN VIEW

  • Sleeps 8

About the neighborhood

Coniston is home to The Wilson's Arms. John Ruskin's Grave and Brantwood are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Bardsea Country Park. Go Ape Grizedale and Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway are also worth visiting. Visit our Coniston travel guide
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Torver, Coniston, England, LA21 8BB

What's nearby

  • A marina with boats docked, a wooden pier, and a building with a sloped roof.
    Coniston Water
    5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • A coastal town with a marina, green fields, and a river.
    Lake Windermere
    37 min drive - 17.5 miles
  • A white building with a garden in front.
    Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
    50 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • A duckling in a nest surrounded by straw and branches.
    World of Beatrix Potter
    57 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • Bowness Pier
    57 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Foxfield Station
    18 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN)
    130 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Manor House
    13 min drive
  • The Three Shires Inn
    11 min drive
  • Bluebird Cafe
    6 min drive
  • The Crown Inn
    5 min drive
  • The Drunken Duck Inn & Restaurant
    13 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • High chair

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Property Registration Number PLa0660

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Wilson's Arms?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Wilson's Arms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Wilson's Arms located?

Situated in Coniston, this bed & breakfast is within 3 mi (5 km) of Coniston Water, John Ruskin's Grave, and John Ruskin Museum. Brantwood is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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Reviews

The Wilson's Arms Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 80 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms and the food/drink at the pub is first class too
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and evening both excellent Good atmosphere and quiet room
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay.

Staff friendly, food excellent. Quiet, relaxing, would recommend especially if you wanted to walk and explore. Dog friendly too.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay at the Wilson’s arms the staff was so warm and friendly, staff was very accommodating when it came to the dining options too food was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoy the trip so much

Nice place and friendly staffs. Very nice dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stopped here overnight walking the Cumbrian Way. Fantastic place, great food, helpful and friendly staff, very clean and comfortable rooms, would recommend to all.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay

Most thing s where very good seating in pub was a little basic and food choice was not to our liking being vegies , Must say the food choice in most cases looked very good
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect getaway

All perfect! Friendly staff, excellent food, our little shepherds hut was perfect. Loved it! Ideal spot to climb up to Old Man of Coniston
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay!

Staff were friendly and welcoming, the shepherds hut was clean and well equipped. The bed is quite high, so may not be great for people with mobility issues. There is a dog who barks constantly and is kept outside close to the huts, which made sitting out frustrating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect relaxing break

Always nice to stay here staff friendly and food is very good especially the Sunday lunch. The shepherds huts are perfect everything you need for a relaxing break nice touch with the dressing gowns so we can get to and from hot tub. Ideally situated for walking don’t have to use car if you don’t want to.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First class service fantastic food. Music a bit loud down stairs
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay, in comfortable twin room, the bed was a little soft for me but slept reasonably well, the bathroom was definitely a little small but nicely done with mirrors on all walls at face height (a bit scary). We ate in the bar and had an excellent meal, I’m Coeliac and was very well catered for both at dinner and breakfast. A great plus was a gluten free hand pumped beer on the bar as well
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cosy warm room with a little mountain view

The room was warm, clean and cosy, comfy bed, bath towels a bit small, had a room with mountain view of Dow Crag & Coniston all be it a little restricted, the food was very good in the evening & the breakfast had a great choice and very tasty, staff were very friendly and helpful, it was a very peacful place to stay quiet at night no noise from other rooms will defo stay again it has been one of our better choices
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm friendly welcome. Cottage was well equipped. Booked breakfast for our last morning and this was a let down. I have never been charged extra for coffee with breakfast. Overall we did enjoy our stay and would go back, but we'd cook our own breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Another lovely stay in the herdwick apartment, lovely comfortable apartment great for relaxing after a long day out in the mountains. Really well equipped for catering for yourselves or if you dont want to bother you can eat in the pub. Not a major issue but the only thing that i would say is it needs the sign putting back up for parking space as a couple of times when we came back we couldn't park due to customers of pub parked in the space for the apartment.
View from lounge
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We stayed in a Shepherd's hut and it was great! Lovely location for going walking (only about 10min drive from a car park to go up old man coniston) Was super cosy and warm inside the hut, everything you need to prepare food, a tv to watch Netflix etc and bed was decent. It did get quite damp in there at night leaving the corners of the bed a bit wet in the morning but nothing too extreme. (Might be worse after more than 2 nights though.) The Wilson’s arms was a nice place for food and a drink in the evenings and the deli attached had everything you need. Would come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay night before a wedding in Coniston

Had a lovely stay here recently, the staff were really great and very friendly, even allowing me to stay in my room later than the official check-out time as I was getting ready for a wedding. The room itself could have been a little cleaner and one of the lamps by the bed didn't work, but overall it was perfectly fine and more than clean enough for rooms above a pub :) The bed was wonderfully comfortable and I had one of the best nights sleep I've had in a while (especially after driving 7 hours to get there!). Breakfast the next morning was included in the price for the night, with a selection of both continental style and cooked options, my full English came out within 15/20 minutes of ordering and I had a proper, cafetière coffee. Very pleased and would definitely stay again if I'm back in the Lakes!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pod was great and clean except it was so hot during the night and we had to open the door 5-6 times and closer to the morning turning off the heating. The second day the water was shut down because of water freezing at -1 degree. My expectation was they could handle water running in even more cold weather conditions. We did the self checkin successfully but no one welcome us pr guide us as local to tell where to go or visit. Our pod was located in the camper van parking area and does not have hot tub as I saw in the photos.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gillian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved every minute. Stayed in glamping pod with dog. Was fabulous. Can't fault anything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Made very welcome by staff on what was an incredibly busy Sunday(Bluebird K7 week) Had a podcast overnight and it was proper!! Very cosy,peaceful aaand warm. When it went dark,it went dark! Loved it,had a fabulous sleep. Food was good,beer was cold..will be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location & staff. Great breakfast and bar.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I stayed in one of the cabins and it was so lovely! Clean, cosy and quiet. There is another cabin right next door, and the campervans are just outside, but I didn't notice it at all. A few bits that looked a little neglected, I had to put the shower door seal back on, the bathroom heater had seen better days, and so had the blinds. Check in and check out were simple, and the staff were cheery and happy to help :)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jay Shin-chieh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A wonderful experience in a secluded accommodation. Food at the pub is another plus, highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great place to stay.

Great base for exploring the Lakes. Pub rooms were good value. Welcoming lively pub/restaurant with good range of options and very generous portions! Plenty of free parking. All in all a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The management were very nice and friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024