Guests say
Huntingstile Lodge is praised for its spectacular views, spacious and comfortable living areas, and convenient location with easy access to Grasmere and walking routes. The property offers a well-stocked kitchen and pleasant garden, enhancing the stay for guests.
There is insufficient information in the reviews to accurately assess the cleanliness of the property.
The location is highly regarded for its proximity to Grasmere village, the lake, and walking paths, offering stunning views and easy access to local attractions.
Guests find the bedrooms comfortable and the living spaces spacious. However, some suggest additional easy chairs for extra comfort and a preference for more twin beds.
The property is well-equipped with cooking items and offers ample lounging space. Some issues with the dishwasher and fridge were noted, and suggestions for an additional fridge and barbecue were made.
While guests appreciated the provision of books and maps, there were comments on the lack of cleaning products and a welcome hamper. It should be noted that gifts are not guaranteed and may vary.
About this property
Perched on the outskirts of Grasmere, Cumbria, is this stunning five-bedroom, detached Victorian Gentleman’s residence, Huntingstile Lodge. Enjoying a breath-taking location with exceptional views out towards Grasmere Lake and the surrounding mountains, picturesque walks right on your doorstep, and a decadent interior with all a group or family of 10 could need for a luxury getaway. Upon your arrival, you will find off-road parking for five cars, along with beautiful mature gardens which surround the property. Be welcomed into the open-plan living area, where you will find a fully-equipped kitchen for rustling up family favourites, ready to enjoy at the dining table for 10 or alfresco out in the rear garden with a backdrop of incomparable views, along with a sitting room where you can relax with loved ones on the plush leather sofas in front of electric fire as your favourite show plays out on the Smart TV. There is also a reading area where you can curl up with your favourite book as a second electric fire gently warms the space. The ground floor is completed by a handy utility/cloakroom for your convenience. Follow the stairs up to the first floor, where you will find three beautifully decorated bedrooms, a spacious super-king-size with access to its own balcony, picture window showcasing the exceptional views on offer and stylish en-suite bathroom, as well as two double bedrooms, both with access to a well-appointed bathroom. Continue up to the second floor, where two further bedrooms await, a bright and airy double with lake views, and a twin, both of which are served by a cloakroom. Head into the village centre, where you can treat your loved ones to a well-deserved meal at The Jumble Room, Potting Shed Café and Dove Bistro And Signature, fine dining at the Michelin Star restaurant of Forest Side, local ales at Grasmere Brewery, or tour the former home of the great poet William Wordsworth, now managed by the National Trust. Next stop is Rydal, where you can hike through the picturesque man-made Rydal Cave, or continue onto Ambleside, where you can visit the fascinating remains of a 2nd-century Roman Fort, wander the Armitt Library & Museum Centre, or enjoy leisurely strolls up to the stunning Stock Ghyll Force. Further afield, you will find the popular town of Windermere, where you can enjoy a plethora of watersports on the famous lake, exceptional views of the Langdale Pikes from Orrest Head and Queen Adelaide’s Hill, classic tales at The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, and fresh seafood at Hooked. For a luxury escape to the Lakes, look no further than Huntingstile Lodge.
Grasmere, a small village in the Lake District National Park, is perhaps best known as the birthplace and lifelong residence of poet William Wordsworth. The Wilson family has been baking gingerbread at their shop, The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop, for over 60 years. Additionally, the community is home to Grasmere Lake, a number of unique shops and taverns, and a church built in the 13th century. In August, Grasmere Sports hosts a number of different sporting events, including Cumberland wrestling, which can be watched by the public. Ambleside and Lake Winderemere are only five miles away and feature a variety of shops, pubs, and restaurants, as well as the iconic Bridge House from the 17th century, which is a popular photo op in the Lake District. The towns of Windermere and Keswick are easily accessible by car, while the lake itself offers opportunities for boating, sailing, and other activities. If you're planning a trip to the Lake District, Grasmere is a great place to stay.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Five bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with balcony and en-suite bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x second-floor king-size, 2 x double, 1 x second-floor twin.
Bathroom with corner bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Second-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with electric fire.
Utility/cloakroom.
Sitting room with electric fire
Gas central heating with 2 x electric fire.
Electric range cooker with 5-ring hob and 2 x oven, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
Smart TV with Sky, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 5 cars.
EV charging point available for extra supplement.
Mature garden with large patio and furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.1 miles, pub 0.9 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lake Windermere
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Lakeland Motor Museum
Reviews (5)
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Dominique
One thing we really thought should have been in the details, as it made a surprising positive difference for our stay, was that the top floor WC does have a little shower tucked in, meaning there are 3 bathrooms in all - a big win with a houseful! The dishwasher played up and the fridge door was missing 4 out of 5 shelves but having reported these issues they hopefully wonât be a problem for future visitors to this lovely house. A couple of possible points for improvements are that given the general high levels of maintenance, we were surprised to find that in the master bedroom - huge, with a great bathroom, and such views! - the chaise longue and easy chair are in desperate need of reupholstering. Plus a couple more easy chairs in the living areas would add a bit of extra homeyness and comfort to really make the house tip-top. Finally, a point for Sykes is that Iâd agree with the previous reviewer that a spare toilet roll in each bathroom and some kitchen roll in the kitchen are really the norm (and a neat little box with Nescafé sachets isnât really a welcome hamper) - especially when paying £3k for the weekâs stay.
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Janet
Great walking on the doorstep and easy access to Grasmere village. Another twin room rather than four doubles would probably suit gatherings like ours better, but we coped. Would be great if there was a barbecue, though
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Clare
This special house was to celebrate our 40th Wedding Anniversary (we honeymooned in Grasmere). The photos do not do the house full justice. Spectacular views from nearly every window (esp the master bedroom). Comfort and space for our 3 generations of family. Would love to return but booking dates have changed from Fri to Sat start which does not work for us. Pity!