Huntingstile Lodge

4.4★

10 Guests
5 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Electric car charging
Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

5 Customer Review(s)

Dominique
August 2024

“We had a lovely stay at Huntingstile Lodge, with great walks from the door and a lovely comfortable house to come back to.”

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 won’t be a problem for future visitors to this lovely house. A couple of possible points for improvements are that given the ...

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 won’t 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 I’d 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 isn’t really a welcome hamper) - especially when paying £3k for the week’s stay.

- Dominique, August 2024
Janet July 2024

“Beautiful house with great views and plenty of space for sitting/lounging that suited our family gathering very well.”

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

- Janet, July 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We are pleased that you had an enjoyable stay. We take all comments on board. Thank you We hope to welcome you back to the Lakes again. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Clare May 2024

“Huntingstile Lodge definitely has the WOW factor.”

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!

- Clare, May 2024
Sue August 2023

“What a lovely cottage; great location only a short walk from Grasmere village & just across the road from the lake.”

Downstairs rooms were great - 2 large lounges, good size dining table, well equipped kitchen with plenty of pots, pans etc. Upstairs, would have preferred more twin beds rather than doubles, would have suited our family group better. Weather not great so couldn't enjoy the outside seating areas much. Thanks for all the books & maps which helped with walk planning.

- Sue, August 2023
Hazel May 2023

“We enjoyed our stay at Huntingstile lodge.”

It is a large house with spectacular views and an easy walk into Grasmere. The garden was lovely in the late spring and the bedrooms were comfortable. The master bedroom has a stunning view and is a super room. The seating areas downstairs also have good views and were spacious and comfortable. The kitchen, whilst very well stocked with crockery and cooking items, is small for the size of the house and the fridge is a bit small if you want to cook for a large group over a whole week. Not much that the owner can do about the size of the kitchen but another fridge somewhere would be really useful. The few niggles we had were mostly in relation to cleaning products, such as, not nearly enough dishwasher tablets, the washing up liquid was in a bottle so small that we did not even spot it until we were leaving, no kitchen roll, one roll of toilet paper in each toilet. It seems a bit mean to limit these items which in total would cost less than £10 to provide in a generous quantity. I am not sure if the cottage is run by a company as there were no personal touches but I guess that was okay. Lucky the weather was good as when we tried the television on the last night we could not work out how to turn it on. There were no instructions to help us. Despite these niggles I would definitely stay here again.

- Hazel, May 2023

Thank you for your kind comments. We are so pleased to hear that you had lovely stay, and enjoyed the views! We take all comments on board. As the property is self catering, items such as washing up liquid and toilet paper is meant as a starter. We hope to welcome you again. The Heart of the Lakes Owner Relations Team Property Owner

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Summary

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 inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. 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

The property

Huntingstile Lodge is an exquisite Victorian detached gentleman's home with five bedrooms, located on the outskirts of Grasmere in Cumbria.

Offering breath-taking views of Grasmere Lake and the surrounding mountains, convenient access to scenic walking trails, and a luxurious interior with everything a large family or group of 10 may need for a relaxing holiday, this home is a must-see.

The property has mature grounds and off-road parking for five automobiles.

Relax with loved ones on the plush leather sofas in front of the electric fire as your favourite show plays out on the Smart TV in the sitting room, part of the open-plan living area where you will find a fully-equipped kitchen for rustling up family favourites that can be enjoyed at the dining table for 10 or alfresco out in the rear garden with a backdrop of incomparable views.

A second electric fireplace can be found in the reading nook, making it the perfect place to relax with a good book.

Conveniently located on the ground floor, the utility/cloakroom is the finishing touch.

A super-king bedroom with its own balcony, picture window highlighting the magnificent views, and contemporary en suite bathroom awaits you on the first floor, along with two double bedrooms, each with access to a well-appointed bathroom.

Upstairs, you'll find two more bedrooms: a double and a twin, both of which share a cloakroom.

Treat your loved ones to a dinner at one of the many restaurants in the village centre, such as The Jumble Room, Potting Shed Café, Dove Bistro And Signature, the Michelin-starred Forest Side, local ales at Grasmere Brewery, or the National Trust site of Allenbank, the poet William Wordsworth's former home.

Visit the scenic man-made Rydal Cave for a picturesque hike on your way to Ambleside, where you may explore the Armitt Library & Museum Centre or the ruins of a Roman fort dating back to the second century or take a trip up to the enchanting Stock Ghyll Force. Windermere is a popular destination due to its proximity to Lake Windermere and the variety of water activities available there, as well as the incomparable views of the Langdale Pikes from Orrest Head and Queen Adelaide's Hill, the chance to relive Beatrix Potter's adventures at the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, and delicious seafood at Hooked. Huntingstile Lodge provides the perfect, luxury setting for a getaway with loved ones.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

GRASMERE

Ambleside 5 miles; Windermere 9 miles; Keswick 13 miles.

Situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park is the lovely village of Grasmere, probably best known as the home of William Wordsworth, a place he once described as "The most loveliest spot that man hath found". Any visit to Grasmere needs to include The Grasmere Gingerbread shop, where the Wilson family has been making gingerbread for over 60 years. Also in the village are a number of shops, pubs, a church which dates back to the 13th century, and Grasmere Lake. Grasmere Sports takes place every August, where you can watch participants compete in a variety of sports, including Cumberland wrestling. Just five miles away is the town of Ambleside and Lake Winderemere where you will find shops, pubs, restaurants and the 17th century Bridge House, which is one of the most photographed buildings in the Lake District. Cruises, boat trips and watersports can all be enjoyed on Lake Windermere, and the towns of Windermere and Keswick are also within driving distance. Grasmere is a wonderful base for your Lake District retreat.

Please Note: There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £250

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a lovely stay at Huntingstile Lodge, with great walks from the door and a lovely comfortable house to come back to.”

“Beautiful house with great views and plenty of space for sitting/lounging that suited our family gathering very well.”