Windermere
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2026 Self-Catering Breaks in Bowness, Ambleside, Keswick & More!
2026 Self-Catering Breaks in Bowness, Ambleside, Keswick & More!
Orrest Head House is a Grade II listed property built in 1672 in Windermere, Cumbria. This historic house sleeps 12 guests across five bedrooms and sits in over 2 acres of private grounds. All five bedrooms feature en-suite facilities and two rooms include in-room baths overlooking the gardens. The property offers direct access to the Orrest Head walking path.
The Lake District location provides walking routes and outdoor activities. The house stands at the head of Windermere village with pubs within one mile.
Accommodation includes Bedroom 1 with a super kingsize sleigh bed and bath. Bedrooms 2 and 3 have kingsize beds. Bedrooms 4 and 5 feature zip-and-link triple single beds.
Orrest Head House is a Grade II listed property built in 1672 in Windermere, Cumbria. This historic house sleeps 12 guests across five bedrooms and sits in over 2 acres of private grounds. All five bedrooms feature en-suite facilities and two rooms include in-room baths overlooking the gardens. The property offers direct access to the Orrest Head walking path.
The Lake District location provides walking routes and outdoor activities. The house stands at the head of Windermere village with pubs within one mile.
Accommodation includes Bedroom 1 with a super kingsize sleigh bed and bath. Bedrooms 2 and 3 have kingsize beds. Bedrooms 4 and 5 feature zip-and-link triple single beds. The property includes a private bar named Josiah Brown's Bar and a formal dining room with seating for 16 guests.
Lake Windermere is 1.2 miles away (5 minutes). The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction sits 1.5 miles distant (6 minutes). Wray Castle is 4.8 miles away (15 minutes). Grizedale Forest reaches 8 miles (20 minutes).
Perfect for large family gatherings and group celebrations. Orrest Head House combines period features with modern facilities and parking for 10 cars.
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