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The Country House - Lyth Valley

Lyth Valley, Lake District

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Sleeps 16
Bedrooms 9
Bathrooms 9
Change Fri
pets Dogs welcome 4
grade 5 star
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Luxury
Family friendly
Sky TV
Quirky
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Stunning 19th-century house with rolling grounds to enjoy
  • Spacious and cosy, this offers the perfect space for family celebrations of all kinds
  • Relax and unwind in the hot tub, after the day's activities, taking in the Lyth Valley views

 

Property code: 92789

Surrounded by the glorious Cumbria countryside, this stunning 19th-century house has been imaginatively updated to provide fantastic holiday accommodation for larger families enjoying a reunion or for groups of friends eager to explore a stunning part of the Lake District. Situated in the idyllic Lyth Valley, just a few miles to the east of Windermere, the property has a wealth of characterful features including a traditional bar, a wood burner, exposed brickwork, wooden panelling and a charming balcony with picturesque rural views. With ample space for up to sixteen guests across nine individually styled en-suite bedrooms, this beautiful retreat is a wonderful base for keen walkers, nature lovers, climbers and cyclists exploring the area’s spellbinding lakes, quaint market towns and magnificent woodlands.

A you enter this spacious and relaxing property, the bar area provides a charming and airy space for sitting back and socialising, with plenty of seating, a cheery wood burner and several delightful dining areas including a grand main dining table. There are plenty of seating areas to relax in, with French doors opening out onto a lovely balcony offering wonderful country views and an ideal spot for some al fresco dining. This floor also features a commercial-style kitchen perfect for preparing celebratory meals for special occasions. Heading up the grand staircase, the first floor features six beautiful en-suite bedrooms. The Squirrel, The Stag and The Duck all feature king-size beds, while The Hare has a cosy double bed, The Owl can be made up as a twin or super-king-size room, and The Robin has a king-size bed and additional sofa beds. There are three further en-suite bedrooms, all located on the lower ground floor and accessed separately via external steps. The Herdwick, The Pheasant and The Fox are all dog-friendly king-size rooms. All the bedrooms have their own Smart TVs. Going outside, the surrounding grounds offer plenty of space for younger guests and pets to run about and play as you take in the breathtaking Cumbria scenery. There is also a hot tub outside, accessed by the external staircase or through the lower ground floor bedroom patio doors.

Read more Code: 92789

  • 9 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 6 king-size, 1 double, and 1 flexible family room with king bed and 2 sofa beds (The Herdwick, The Pheasant and The Fox are all located to the outside on the lower ground floor)
  • Sleeps 16+2 (2 additional sofa beds available)
  • 9 bathrooms – 6 en-suite bathrooms with bath, walk-in rainfall shower and WC, 3 en-suite shower rooms with WC, 1 separate WC downstairs
  • Commercial-style kitchen with multiple electric hobs, ovens and hot plates
  • Laundry room on the lower ground floor with multiple washing machines, tumble dryers and ironing boards
  • Smart TVs in each bedroom
  • Hot tub outside, and accessed by the external staircase or through the lower ground floor bedroom patio doors
  • Private parking for up to 10 cars
  • Bar area with access to bar (alcohol is not provided)
  • Tea and coffee-making facilities in each bedroom
  • Robes provided
  • Pub 200 metres, shop 500 metres, beach 15 miles
  • Arrival: 14:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 4 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £500 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £65. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

The property is ideally situated for exploring the southern reaches of the Lake District, with the southern tips of both Windermere (7 miles) and Coniston Water (17.5 miles) within easy reach. Bowness-on-Windermere (7 miles) has some great places to eat and drink, and is home to The Beatrix Potter Attraction. From Bowness you can also take a trip by steamship across Windermere. Other local attractions and landmarks around the lake include the Brant Fell Viewpoint, Stagshaw Gardens, Holehird Gardens, Wray Castle and Brockhole on Windermere, all within 15 miles. To the south you can explore Sizergh Castle, Lakeland Maze Farm Park, Levens Hall and Whitbarrow National Nature Reserve, all within 7 miles.

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This property is personally managed by Charlotte.

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Reviewed by Thomas 23rd February 2024

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Perfect for big groups - great facilities and shared spaces but with private rooms with en suites. Went in a group of 16 + 4 babies + 3 dogs and suited all perfectly. Also in a great setting with fantastic views

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