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Orrest Head House, a majestic Lakeland property a moments walk from Windermere village.

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A traditional Lakeland farmhouse.
A party kitchen.
Grand lounge with lather Chesterfields for up to 18 guests.
Parking for 20 plus cars.
A special setting for a special dinner.
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
    FireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Windermere, Cumbria
  • Popular LocationLake Windermere19 min walk
  • Popular LocationWorld of Beatrix Potter3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBowness Pier4 min drive
  • AirportBarrow-In-Furness (BWF-Walney Island)63 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1.

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2.

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3.

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4.

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 5.

3 Single Beds

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1.

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2.

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3.

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4.

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5.

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Orrest Head House, a majestic Lakeland property a moments walk from Windermere village.

Orrest Head is the perfect party house with it's own bar and private location. This 5 star house has direct access to the Orrest Head walk and large grounds for the kids to run wild in, yet is within a short walk of Windermere village where you'll find cafes, shops and bars galore.

The property features 5 ensuite bedrooms, 2 with in-bedroom baths that over look the extensive gardens. The lounge and dining room both seat 18, if you rent Orrest Head Cottage (to the rear) everyone can eat and socialise together. The kitchen in Orrest Head House is where everyone gathers, it's the perfect place for lazy breakfasts and relaxed evening meals. The beautiful gardens at Orrest Head House make a great playground. We have parking for a fleet of cars and a fast EV charger for those with electric vehicles.

We welcome up to 4 dogs at the property. There is an additional charge per dog, which can be added at check-out.

Property manager

Andy and Barbara Cheetham
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Exterior
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Windermere

This holiday home is located in Windermere. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Travelling with kids? Consider Holehird Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Ambleside Climbing Wall.
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Windermere, Cumbria

What's nearby

  • Orrest Head - 13 min walk
  • Lake Windermere - 19 min walk
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 3 min drive
  • Bowness Pier - 4 min drive
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 5 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Homeground - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Base Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lake Raj - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brown Sugar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Coffee Bean - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Orrest Head House, a majestic Lakeland property a moments walk from Windermere village. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Orrest Head House, a majestic Lakeland property a moments walk from Windermere village.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Orrest Head House, a majestic Lakeland property a moments walk from Windermere village.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Orrest Head House, a majestic Lakeland property a moments walk from Windermere village. located?

This family-friendly Windermere holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Orrest Head and Lake Windermere. Lyth Valley and Old Laundry Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km). Windermere Station is 5 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Reviews

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8/10 Good

Fantastic Property
A beautiful property with fantastic gardens. It was a delight to spend a week there, sat in the garden amongst the mature trees watching the wildlife go by. Out of the town but with regular, easy bus commutes from the train station a short walk away. I would recommend it to any large party.
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10/10 Excellent

Amazing place!
From start to finish this was the perfect stay! The owners were more than happy to help with queries before our stay, replying to emails quickly. The house had absolutely everything- including champagne glasses to make our stay super comfortable. So much space and lovely rooms, brilliant en suites and a fabulous outdoor space meant we could use it all to make our hen party weekend perfect. We had 12 guests and there was plenty of room. Would highly recommend - we are now thinking of an excuse to return!
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10/10 Excellent

Lucy S.

Incredible stay
The house was perfect for my best friends hen do. It blew her away with the size, location and the luxury elements. Each room has its own bathroom, there’s multiple communal spaces and the driveway is huge. Would highly recommend to anyone.
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8/10 Good

A house with a rustic charm yet with a well equipped modern facilities.
Lovely house which is well sited close to Windermere. A blend of modern and rustic facilities. Very well equipped kitchen and superb bedrooms with en suite facilities. The dining room and kitchen chairs were a little uncomfortable and cushions would have been appreciated. A large front garden well back from the busy Windermere/Kendal road. I was a little disappointed with the outdoor furniture, not very comfortable but since the weather was poor we had limited use of it.
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10/10 Excellent

Great House for Large Groups
We had both properties for a 40th birthday celebration from work. They obviously attract and cater to large groups such as Hen Dos and birthdays and so I was worried the house might reflect this and be worn or shabby but it was beautiful and really clean. The location was great, near enough to walk to pubs and shops but far away enough that I didn't have to shout at my young colleagues to turn the music down. We found the 2 house set up great as 5 of us older ones or ones who need a break from large groups could go back to chill out or sleep. The large house was great for the main events with a pub room and a large kitchen for kitchen disco. All our interactions with the owners made us feel welcome. Would love to go back.
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10/10 Excellent

julie c.

A Little Gem tucked away yet 5 minutes walk and everything at your fingertips
Orrest house was everything and more we could have wished for. Location & condition fab and the bar topped it off. Great family room for the evening, the beds were so comphy …. The kitchen is very well equipped with two large larders. We got wet and there were dryers to use … the grounds were absolutely gorgeous and we had great family time playing rounders and cricket. Didn’t want to leave …. Thank you
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10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

A memorable holiday
We had a wonderful experience at Orrest Head House in Windermere! The cottage's perfect blend of old-world charm and modern comforts delighted us. The hosts warmly welcomed us and offered fantastic local recommendations. We enjoyed the breathtaking views. We highly recommend this for a memorable escape!
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10/10 Excellent

Fab stay at this historical house
Wonderful stay at Orrest Head House. The house is spacious enough and well equipped for a large group, and in a perfect location for exploring the lake district. Would recommend this lovely house to anyone visiting the lake district and can't wait to go back.
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Family break in the Lakes
Fantastic house in Windermere. 5 en-suite bedrooms beautifully presented, Dining kitchen perfect for our family. Bar was cozy with log burner blazing - perfect! Large garden area great for games. House private & just a short stroll to town centre.
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10/10 Excellent

Great property
Booked this house for reunion of friends, comfortably held 9. BBQ provided which we utilised, huge fridges so could store drinks. Walking distance into Windermere, use of the garden for ball games. Just a great place will be coming back
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10/10 Excellent

Family Gathering
Had a wonderful family gathering at Orrest Head House. The house was perfect for our needs very spacious and well equipped for the number of guests. The house itself has interesting features and a great bar! Location is ideal , perfect for walks, transport links , Booths and Windermere. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect stay
This house was absolutely perfect for our group celebrating a hen party. There was 12 of us in the main house and there was ample room for us all. The beds were extremely comfortable. The location was perfect for walking into Windermere and a short taxi from Bowness. The house was clean and had all facilities that were needed for our weekend. The communication from the hosts was brilliant prior to and throughout our stay. I would definitely stay here again. Thank you for a fabulous weekend!
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10/10 Excellent

Beautiful break for a large family
Wow.. where to begin? The house is absolutely stunning and huge.. the pictures don’t convey quite how big it is. We had a fabulous stay for a family big birthday, age ranges from 1- 70, and there was something for everyone! The bar is a fantastic touch and made it really special. The decor is beautiful, beds are comfy and the owners really helpful with recommendations beforehand. Location is fabulous to windemere centre (4-5 min walk) and we actually walked to bowness from the house too and wasn’t bad at all! Thank you for a memorable weekend x
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect for our family celebration
We combined our booking at Orrest Head House with another at one of the Terrace houses as our group for a family celebration was too large for the house. The accommodation was ideal for our group. The house has a good range of en-suite bedrooms and excellent spaces for gathering together. We mentioned a few items that were in need of repair and/or maintenance to the owners. Overall the house was just perfect for our needs and provided the perfect venue for what was a truly memorable family occasion.
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10/10 Excellent

Superb
A lovely house in an area with beautiful scenery and lots to do. We had a great stay despite the poor weather. We have been coming away in January, as a group of 8, for many years and this is the best house we have stayed in!
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10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

Great holiday home
We had a fantastic week at Orrest Head to welcome in the New Year. The house has a really comfortable and welcoming ambiance. The in house pub was a great hit with all of us. Lovely power showers too. Would love to return in the summer at some point.
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10/10 Excellent

Fabulous House & cottage
Couldn't have picked a better Place! Beautiful comfortable period property, well equipped, warm, spacious & with its own "pub"! Cute cottage annex too. Short walk to Windermere. Just perfect, we will be Back!
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10/10 Excellent

Julia B.

Excellent stay- perfect for large groups
This was such a brilliant find. Great location, beautiful property and paired with the cottage next door was the perfect stay for our large group.
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10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay - highly recommend
We stayed here as three families. The house was absolutely perfect for us! So much space and such a well stocked house - had everything we needed! The grounds were also very beautiful. We will certainly be going back!
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10/10 Excellent

Family Ruby wedding anniversary celebration
Treated all the family to a weekend at Orrest Head House.Perfect place for a celebration.House really does cater for all age groups with plenty of space to party or chill out. House has plenty of parking but you have to be careful exiting the property onto the busy main road. Really good points are the dining room,bedrooms,kitchen and and the bar which is a great addition.Dishwasher ready for an upgrade but that is being really picky.Great weekend would return.
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10/10 Excellent

Perfect House in a Stunning Location
Wow what can i say, this house is fantastic! On arrival we were so excited and the house did not disappoint. The house was immaculate, so tastefully decorated, so many rooms to explore and also had everything we needed for our weekend stay, whether that be towels in the bedrooms or all the basics you need in the kitchen. The house and cottage are also set on beautiful grounds which are very well maintained. It was a very special weekend for a large group of us that also hired the cottage as well, the house was large enough to entertain everyone of us for eating meals and all being together, it was perfect from beginning to end, even the weather was kind to us.The customer service from the owner was superb, ringing to check on a few details and then getting in touch when we had left a very important item behind! I would definitely recommend Orrest Head House and cottage to anyone visiting the Lake district.
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8/10 Good

Great holiday
We had a great stay. Great location. 1 minute walk to town. 2 mile to bowness, there is also buses at £2 to get there or back. Local Chippy wasn't great! But the Popeyes pizza takeaway was fantastic. Bedrooms and ensuites are good, my son loved the bath in the bedroom! Only slight down side possibly being an old house was some rooms smelt musty. I think it's probably down to some rooms not being used and carpets/ blankets and cushions maybe need a freshen up. The large outside table needs sanding and painting we couldn't use it as little mushrooms growing. But we used the other benches in the garden which were lovely in the sun. Porch needed a good power wash. It has everything you need inc washer, dryer, ironing board, hairdryer. Kitchen is very well stocked but could do with a few more flat oven trays. Non of this spoilt our holiday and so many things were well thought through would definitely book again!

About the host

Hosted by Andy and Barbara Cheetham

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Andrew and Barbara Cheetham purchased Orrest Head House in 2011 with a vision to create a luxury rental property on the famous Orrest Head walk. Over a decade later Orrest Head has delivered that experience for 1000s of guests with rave reviews.

Why they chose this property

The house was purchased with the heart. We fell in love with the Story of Orrest Head House and Cottage and wanted to add our chapter to it.

What makes this property unique

Orrest Head House has its own bar. It's a great place to host a milestone bithday. Our sweet spots are 40th, 50th, 60th and 70th birthday parties and beyond!

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