TOP Romantic Hotels in Dufton for 2026 - Dufton Romantic Getaways

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1. 1 bedroom accommodation in Appleby-in-Westmorland

Appleby-in-Westmorland

Andrew D.

£287

includes taxes & fees

26 Sept - 27 Sept

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi

Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

2. Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston

Alston

Marshall L.

£193

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

3. Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

Ravenstonedale / Kirkby Stephen

"We loved our stay at mallard Lodge and would definitely recommend. The weather was awful but expected in January but it didn't stop the kids fun. Lots of places to see. Great walks. Was wonderful to return to a warm, cosy lodge and a relaxing dip in the hot tub. Not fantastic TV reception or WiFi but we were there to escape all that. Anything we needed help with, selina was only a call away. We are looking forward to visiting again. X"

Janine C.

4. Endearing 17th Century detached cottage. Near Ullswater, Pooley Bridge, Lowther, Penrith Wifi

Penrith

stephen m.

£569

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

5. Luxury, romantic boathouse on the shores of Lake Ullswater, perfect for special occasions.

Ullswater

Nicholas

£479

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

6. 2 bedroom accommodation in Barnard Castle

Barnard Castle

"Spent a lovely week at Ashlea Country Cottage, Ann, the owner was so nice and helpful, made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. This is a lovely cosy cottage set in beautiful peaceful surroundings. We even got real thick snow which was an added bonus, great to watch surrounding wildlife and had visits from sheep. The wood burner was a real hit, made the cottage feel homely and warm, great place to explore from and the fresh warm bread on arrival was an absolute bonus. We will be...

Stephen Bamber

£247

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

7. You’ll love this romantic bolthole.

Langley-On-Tyne

Mark Loughran

£271

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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Shap Wells Hotel

8/10 Good

"Staff very helpful, lovely food and priced very good, good drinks service but felt bar man a bit over worked on his own but handled it very well. nice atmosphere."

Langley Castle Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A proper castle experience with wonderful staff who made it a perfect stay 😃"

Macdonald Leeming House

10/10 Excellent

"Stayed here twice now beautiful hotel great staff amazing place to relax beautiful views"

Frequently asked questions

Searching for romantic hotels in Dufton?

If you and your partner need a romantic holiday, we've got just the thing. If you want to explore the area, you might head to Eden Valley or North Pennines. If you'd like to stay close to a particular destination, you can sort properties by neighbourhood or distance to top landmarks, so you and your partner will get to see everything on your list.

When is the best time of year for a romantic getaway to Dufton?

If you're hoping to get lost in the rain on your romantic getaway, take a look at these details about year-round temperatures in Dufton: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 12°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 3°C. Average annual precipitation for Dufton is 1384 mm.

What is there to do in Dufton?

There's nothing better than experiencing a new place with your sweetheart, so consider checking out all that Dufton has to offer. You might consider stopping at Eden Valley or North Pennines while you're out and about.

What's the best way to get to Dufton and around town during my romantic getaway?

This information about transportation options in Dufton might help your romantic trip go off without a hitch: Make your way to Dufton with a flight to Carlisle (CAX), which is the closest major airport located 25.8 mi (41.5 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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Our top choices for Dufton romantic hotels

1. 1 bedroom accommodation in Appleby-in-Westmorland

2. Cosy & quirky cottage in the centre of Alston

3. Mallard - sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms

4. Endearing 17th Century detached cottage. Near Ullswater, Pooley Bridge, Lowther, Penrith Wifi

5. Luxury, romantic boathouse on the shores of Lake Ullswater, perfect for special occasions.

6. 2 bedroom accommodation in Barnard Castle

7. You’ll love this romantic bolthole.

Top Dufton Hotel Reviews

Shap Wells Hotel

Langley Castle Hotel

Macdonald Leeming House

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