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Dine alfresco on a beautiful summer evening
Beautiful lounge
Catch up with family and old friends
A grand dining room for formal dining
A large kitchen, perfect for feeding the whole family
Double bedroom
Located in the eaves
Twin bedroom
A pretty double bedroom
Bathroom with bath tub
A delicately decorated double bedroom
Bunk bedrooms
En-suite shower room
A touch of luxury
A modern twist
Unique shower room
Pretty basin
Towards the property
Cool and calm
Use of the jetty
View from the property
A great location
Enjoy the long summer evenings
Spectacular views
Picture perfect cottage
1 / 25  Dine alfresco on a beautiful summer evening
2 / 25  Beautiful lounge
3 / 25  Catch up with family and old friends
4 / 25  A grand dining room for formal dining
5 / 25  A large kitchen, perfect for feeding the whole family
6 / 25  Double bedroom
7 / 25  Located in the eaves
8 / 25  Twin bedroom
9 / 25  A pretty double bedroom
10 / 25  Bathroom with bath tub
11 / 25  A delicately decorated double bedroom
12 / 25  Bunk bedrooms
13 / 25  En-suite shower room
14 / 25  A touch of luxury
15 / 25  A modern twist
16 / 25  Unique shower room
17 / 25  Pretty basin
18 / 25  Towards the property
19 / 25  Cool and calm
20 / 25  Use of the jetty
21 / 25  View from the property
22 / 25  A great location
23 / 25  Enjoy the long summer evenings
24 / 25  Spectacular views
25 / 25  Picture perfect cottage

Townson Ground House

Coniston, Lake District
Visit England Gold AwardVisit Britain rating: 4 stars

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Sleeps 14
Bedrooms 7
Bathrooms 4
Change Fri
pets Dogs welcome 2
grade 4 star
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / woodburner
Internet access
Luxury
Family friendly
Quirky
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Beautiful 16th century house finished to a very high standard throughout with private lake access for guests of the estate
  • Large grassed garden bordered by a dry-stone wall
  • Stunning spacious kitchen perfect for catering for large parties and within easy reach of Coniston village
Overview
Property code: LCC72

Set in the heart of the Lake District, this elegant home has been transformed into a stylish and spacious venue for memorable getaways.

Lose yourself in the tranquil setting of the Lake District by staying at its heart in this dreamy cottage. Romantic interiors, historic architecture and cosiness from top-to-toe ensure all gatherings that happen here are happy and wholesome ones. Set on a grand estate near the north-east shores of Coniston Water, there are a host of scenic walks from the doorstep, or you can take a stroll into the nearby village to enjoy an evening at one of the charming pubs where they serve locally brewed ale.

Steeped in history, the house dates back to 1547 when it was built by the monks of Furness Abbey. The character of this house still thrives thanks to its original structure and clear Victorian influence. The presence of an interior designer is evident in the considered blend of old and new details. Every room has a unique ambience, for example, the sitting room is bookended by wood burners, each surrounded by plush seating areas for you to curl up in. Step down from here into the dining room, featuring a rustic fireplace and grand table made for hosting lively soirees. Also on the ground floor is a large kitchen, which boasts underfloor heating and plenty of worktop space for preparing meals on. Upstairs promises beautiful rooms too, starting with the four double bedrooms; three have pretty en-suites but there is one even more Insta-worthy than the rest. To the right of the regal bed, is a free-standing copper bath beckoning you to indulge in a long soothing soak beneath the bubbles. There is also a twin room and two bedrooms with bunk beds for the children or the child in you. At the front of the house is a vast lawn lined by a stone wall and plants, a pretty place for a picnic or BBQ with a view of the Coniston mountain range peeking through the trees. Guests are welcome to use the private lakeshore of the Tent Lodge Estate which can be accessed by a pedestrian path.

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  • 7 bedrooms – 3 en-suite doubles, 1 double with bath alcove, 1 en-suite twin and 2 bunk bedrooms sharing a shower room
  • 5 en-suite bath/shower rooms
  • Gas range oven, microwave, 2 fridges, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Wood burner and open fire – logs and coal available locally
  • Bed linen and towels Nursery equipment available
  • Smart TV and DVD player Sony Bluetooth speaker, radio and CD player
  • Wi-Fi
  • Garden with furniture and portable BBQ available
  • Property situated on an estate next door to other properties and a shared car park
  • Use of private lake shore (dogs are not allowed at the private lakeshore during school holidays) and use of jettys at additional charge
  • Parking for 6 cars
  • Pub 1.2 miles
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • Please note there is a refundable £300 security deposit for this property payable closer to the start of your holiday

Let the Lake District lure you in with its crags and grandeur, it's truly worthy of its UNESCO World Heritage Site recognition. Coniston Water, the village and the Old Man are three icons of the Lake District. Set in the very heart of the national park, this area has been a long-time favourite for walkers and climbers, along with those that prefer a gentler, more relaxed holiday. Coniston Boating Centre is the place to hire boats and kayaks, a great group activity and unrivalled way to explore the serenity of The Lakes. Around 30 miles north of the cottages is Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England and a must-climb for the ambitious and those in search of a memorable view.

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Dine alfresco on a beautiful summer evening
Beautiful lounge
Catch up with family and old friends
A grand dining room for formal dining
A large kitchen, perfect for feeding the whole family
Double bedroom
Located in the eaves
Twin bedroom
A pretty double bedroom
Bathroom with bath tub
A delicately decorated double bedroom
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Kieron Anderson

This property is personally managed by Kieron.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 30 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Elizabeth 10th March 2023

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This cottage is beautiful and so special. We enjoyed a lovely weekend for my husbands 40th birthday with a group of 8 adults, 6 children.The house was plenty big enough for all of us and we weren't on top of each other, I loved that all adults had their own en suites. Very well equipped kitchen. Beautifully decorated, felt very luxurious and 5mins Read moreby car from Coniston with lovely walks from the doorstep. The owners were very accommodating with an earlier check in time to help our younger guests. Hide

Reviewed by Alison 24th February 2023

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Reviewed by Rachel 27th January 2023

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The house was great, we loved the quirky old fashioned but well equipped feel to it. It had enough space for us all, the location was a dream- we didnt drive any where. Would love to return in the summer.

Reviewed by Sarah 27th December 2022

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Reviewed by Malcolm 23rd December 2022

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A quirky, intriguing ex-hotel house with good facilities (including endless hot water and an excellent dishwasher!), situated in a beautiful part of the Lake District. We spent an excellent Christmas with our two sons, their wives and our nine grandchildren, and the almost constant rain didn't matter a bit. Malcolm and Julia Donaldson

Reviewed by Penny 10th December 2022

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Reviewed by Laura 2nd December 2022

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Reviewed by Jude 7th October 2022

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Lovely old house in a very quiet secluded location. A mile walk into Coniston. Be prepared for quirky and you will enjoy your stay. Take essentials when you arrive as there will be no welcome pack. Research the area before arrival as there is no information on local walks etc. Wifi is available but hit and miss in the house. Small TV for the house.Read more Otherwise the house is in a good peaceful location Hide

Reviewed by Sharon 29th September 2022

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Home was perfect in every way thank you, we were 6 couples on a walking weekend and the house accommodated us all perfectly and is lovely an homey and very quirky especially the upstairs. Lovely homely fires and beautiful long table to all eat together after a lovely days walking thank you!!! We all loved it and would come again!!

Reviewed by Sandra 9th September 2022

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We had a lovely holiday especially as the sun shone everyday and we were able to get out to walk, cycle and canoe everyday. The house is rather dark except for the kitchen where people tended to congregate. There are many different levels and steps to contend with which might not suit everyone. The location is lovely and we enjoyed sitting in the gRead morearden Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 5th August 2022

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This was an ideal environment for our family of ourselves, three children will spouses, and seven grandchildren aged 17 years down to 8 months. The cottage was comfortable and well equipped, and a lovely quiet location in easy reach of Coniston village.

Reviewed by Claire 22nd July 2022

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Bedrooms traditional and nice and comfortable. Lounge a little cramped when everyone in it. Lots of steps, changes in levels and low ceilings didn't suite everyone in our group. Great setting being close to the lake and walkable distance into Coniston village.

Reviewed by stuart 15th July 2022

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The house is beautifully situated and spacious. The private jetty access to the lake is also a real positive. For the price, the house lacked the personal touch of a welcome pack including useful basics that you don't want the hassle of buying for a week and some local produce to welcome you. It also lacked the personal touch of ideas and suggestioRead morens of places to hike, restaurants/pubs, places to visit in the local area from the perspective of someone who lives in the area. Hide

Reviewed by Karen 27th May 2022

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Reviewed by Judy 6th May 2022

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Townson Ground is a lovely period property with elegant furnishings and very comfy beds. The jetty is a little walk away but worth it as the views are spectacular and there are picnic tables there too. There are two staircases which are fairly narrow and a few changes of level so maybe not suitable for some. There are also quite a few neighbouring Read moreproperties, but still a nice garden to sit and watch the walkers go by. All in all a very nice house with everything we needed. Hide

Reviewed by Alison 1st April 2022

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Beautiful location .Perfect for our 3 families, and well equipped kitchen , with plenty of glasses and cutlery, mugs, pans etc for a large group who are not eating out all the time. Chilly in cold weather, be prepared to light and enjoy the 2 fires at each end of the lounge, and take warm clothes. Lots of stairs off all rooms to be aware of.. CleanRead more, and not so precious you feel worried about using everything. Have fun in the copper bath! Hide

Reviewed by Gillian 25th March 2022

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A fantastic house for a get together. Quirky, well equipped and comfortable. Great location for the lake and John Ruskin's house. The 'private' jetty is a short walk away but the path and barbed wire made it unsuitable for our inflatable kayak. Host was helpful in arranging an early check in, although we did think 6PM was a rather late check in timRead moree and 10am was rather early to check out. Hide

Reviewed by Sarah 17th March 2022

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This is the most wonderful quirky property which is a nice distance from Coniston, with plenty to do in the area. The rooms are all clean and linen super fresh, everything we needed was there, we brought towels but there were plenty already. We are looking to book again for a bit longer we wanted more time to explore.

Reviewed by Anne 28th January 2022

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House has everything you could need,great for family get together,fair walk into Coniston but path for most of route. Some bedrooms much warmer than others

Reviewed by Michael 19th November 2021

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Reviewed by Jack 12th November 2021

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Reviewed by Alastair 27th August 2021

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This is a nice property and well-located for the Coniston area which is lovely with lots to do. The access to the lake is a short walk, but it's very pretty once there. Do be aware though that the house is on the road and the garden is currently not secure for children or dogs. Also note that the house is in a group of holiday properties and semi-dRead moreetached on both sides, so not entirely private, though this was not a problem for us. Understanding these points you will enjoy a stay there. Hide

Reviewed by Gail 6th August 2021

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The cottage is overpriced, in need of redecoration and TLC and not suitable for small children because of the large number of steep winding stairs. It does have a beautiful situation but is disappointing internally.

Reviewed by Paul 30th July 2021

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We had an incredibly memorable holiday. The cottage was everything we hoped it would be. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Felicity 23rd July 2021

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Great location, lovely cottage. Would go again.

Reviewed by Godfrey 4th June 2021

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Reviewed by Katie 21st May 2021

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This is a great property in a fantastic location. Couldnt fault its position, in walking distance of coniston and located right on numerous walking and mountain bike trails. We could bike to grizedale in 10 mins. The private jetty is out of this world and it was lovely to have the opportunity to experience the lake in our own private idyll. The houRead morese is comfortable and has everything you need. It always felt warm and inviting - all our party (from 5 to 87) enjoyed their stay. We will be back! Hide

Reviewed by Anita 7th May 2021

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Great location, very well equipped, nicely furnished and cosy cottage.

Reviewed by Ruth 30th April 2021

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Lovely house in a great location. Comfortable bedrooms and a stylish sitting room. Views of the Old Man of Coniston. But it is not a warm house, with storage heaters rather than full central heating. We had cold weather and various of the heaters and underfloor heating were broken. Some were fixed later in the week. Potential renters should be awarRead moree that there is no downstairs loo or washbasin and that the lakeside area, which is lovely , is a five minute walk from the house, across the road. Hide

Reviewed by Emma 12th April 2021

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Beautiful, characterful cottage but not ready for visitors, despite a 3 month lockdown. We were the first visitors in April 2021, on a 4 night stay. No information, two bedrooms were locked on our arrival, two of the ensuites were faulty, the WIFI did not work and the dining room was out of action due to a recent revarnishing that was still wet. NoRead moret ideal, with 6 teenagers in our party. Some of the issues were resolved during our stay, after numerous calls, but overall, very poorly managed. Hide

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