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Enjoy serene views of the Lake District

The Samling has one of the world's best wine lists

across the lakes that so inspired the poet Wordsworth. Breakfast is served by your personal butler and, after a full Cumbrian repast, take to the famous hills for hikes through the woods, up to Scafell Pike, or a more leisurely amble to Ambleside. Explore the lakes and take to the water (sailing is available here, too) for a taste of freedom in the heart of the Lake District. Your chef and butler will serve delicious meals in your own restaurant tent or — if the British weather allows — alfresco, and you can dine under the twinkling stars by lantern light before heading back under the canopy, where billowing duvets and cloud-like pillows on super- king-size beds envelop you for a night in the wilderness.

scenes tour of the kitchen, offering a fascinating insight into the heart of the restaurant. EXPLORE Nestled in 67 acres of pretty meadows, ancient woodlands teeming with wildlife, gardens and rolling hills, The Samling has breathtaking views across Lake Windermere, and the ‘Wilderness Adventure’ invites guests to bond with nature in luxury with a taste of Lake District glamping. At the top of the hillside, cocooned next to the woodlands, The Samling’s ‘Prospector Tents’ offer a chance to sleep under canvas. Wake to birdsong and enjoy a freshly brewed coffee on your heated veranda as you watch the mist rolling off the hillsides, and enjoy the same panoramic views

bath, a double vanity unit and a large walk-in shower. Wrought-iron balustrading leads to the bedroom and defines the upper floor — leaving it feeling spacious and airy, open to the double-height space. DINE The Chef’s Table at The Samling, an immersive experience like no other, presents an intimate, unique setting for up to six people to sample the restaurant’s award-winning cuisine. With a beautifully crafted menu, specially designed for you and paired with an extensive wine list, your meal will be directly served by the executive head chef Robby Jenks and the expert kitchen brigade. After the delicious meal you’ll be given a full behind-the-