High Torver House | Torver | Scar Head | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.7★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Garden / Patio
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

36 Customer Review(s)

Cath
September 2024

“Generally, the house was lovely, very comfortable, warm, clean and well decorated.”

The kitchen was very well equipped. The views are absolutely stunning and the house is very well located for some lovely walks. The house is quite tricky to find down narrow lanes, but very detailed and helpful instructions were sent by the owner which was much appreciated. Parking is tight for three cars as there are gates and pathways that need to be kept free. The house is advertised as pet friendly but there are a number of restrictions on where pets can go and sleep which made it ...

The kitchen was very well equipped. The views are absolutely stunning and the house is very well located for some lovely walks. The house is quite tricky to find down narrow lanes, but very detailed and helpful instructions were sent by the owner which was much appreciated. Parking is tight for three cars as there are gates and pathways that need to be kept free. The house is advertised as pet friendly but there are a number of restrictions on where pets can go and sleep which made it difficult. Other than that it's a great place to stay.

- Cath, September 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you found the property to be clean and comfy. We do take all comments and suggestions on board. Thank you The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Richard August 2024

“- [ ] Initially we liked the house - its aspect and views were exceptional - [ ] Subsequently we were disappointed by the inadequacy of cleaning - no evidence of the advertised deep cleaning: cobwebs and dust in corners, dirt underneath rugs etc - [ ] No towels in the annexe - [ ] No full size cafetière - apparently two had gone missing.”

Owner provided one for us. Otherwise kitchen equipment was fully provided - [ ] No tea towels - [ ] Some soap powder would be helpful - or the spec should advise to bring some - [ ] Eco-friendly dishwasher tablets etc - [ ] No cushions for the garden chairs - [ ] It would have been nice to light the stove in the snug on colder days but there was no cut wood

- Richard, August 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are sorry to hear of the issues that you experienced with the cleanliness of the property- your comments will be passed on to the relevant teams. Thank you The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team We would like to that you for this honest and helpful, although totally unexpected feedback. As a result of this we have completely changed our House Keeping service and hope that you will try our house again one day and find it as it should be. With kind regards, the Owners Property Owner
Valerie May 2024

“Well equipped, lovely comfy beds, excellent position for walks from the door.”

- Valerie, May 2024

Thank you for this feedback. We are so glad you had a lovely holiday Property Owner
Sarah April 2024

“High Torver is a wonderful property in a beautiful location, situated in a quieter area of the lakes but with fabulous access to some of the areas best features.”

The views from the house are beautiful with plenty of wild birds to listen to in this quiet secluded space. The Wilsons Arms is a short walk from the property and is highly recommended for food and drink. There are plenty of walks that can be done directly from the house. We had a fantastic stay and would recommend this property!

- Sarah, April 2024

Thank you for this lovely feedback. Property Owner
Rosemary October 2023

“We enjoyed our stay, the house is spacious, warm and very well-equipped.”

The beds are really comfortable, the house is generally clean apart from a thick layer of dust on top of the curtains on the main landing. The views are lovely and it is very peaceful. Excellent pub, the Wilson’s Arms, within walking distance. However, it’s an old house and is looking in need of attention in places. There is too much clutter in cupboards, consequently not a lot of storage for own food in kitchen. Some of the wardrobes had so much spare bedding, it was difficult to hang clothes. The annexe in particular suffered from the following problems: very little storage space and what little hanging space there was, made difficult by surplus bedding. In the shower room there’s an extremely noisy fan which needs replacing and the light pull above the washbasin is broken. The glass shelf over the basin makes the basin almost impossible to use. You need to pay attention when using the toilet, the room is so tiny you risk burning your leg on the radiator. There are missing curtain hooks in this bedroom and in the dining room. Three of the bedrooms were equipped with emergency torches but only one of them worked. It would have been useful to have had spare bin liners and a hand towel in the kitchen. It’s worth noting that the lane to the house was being used by a large tractor which in places had churned up the track making it very muddy by the entrance gate.

- Rosemary, October 2023

Thank you for your feedback - we do rely on guests to help us keep up with what needs repairing - when it's your own house sometimes we don't notice! Now there are rechargeable torches in addition to those with standard batteries. The small shower-room is limited by having 18" thick walls externally and we have had to decide to put a standard sized wc in (2 years ago it was all redone), instead of a smaller wc. Hence the closeness of the radiator. The fan is noisy because it has to be at a 15' angle in the wall unfortunately. The light pull is now fixed. The beds and lounge sofas were all expensively replaced two years ago with highest quality replacements. Many of the solid wood furniture pieces are antiques, and all the artwork on the walls throughout the house are originals. The house was built on the fell around 1850. Sadly the forest behind the property has suffered greatly from storms and larch disease and is being felled by order - the equipment to do this has damaged the roadway which is still ongoing. Thank you for your useful comments and we hope you will come again for another stay. Property Owner
Adella October 2023

“We had a wonderful week in High Torver House.”

The house itself is in a beautiful location with stunning views. The beds were comfortable and everyone loved the massive bath in the main bathroom. The kitchen had everything you need in it except oven gloves which was a bit of a nuisance. When we arrived two of the radiators weren’t working so the smaller bedroom and the lounge were quite cold. We managed to get the radiator in the bedroom working and we lit a fire for the lounge to keep that warm. It was lovely and cosy in the evenings. There are lovely places to eat locally. There is a nice walk down to the Wilson Arms in Torver from the house. The food was delicious there. We would recommend a stay in this house and would love to come again.

- Adella, October 2023

Thank you so much for your helpful comments. We found that the radiator valve in the lounge was stuck so we have replaced it with a new one. The bedroom radiator you fixed well - Thank you! Would love to have you back. Property Owner
Phillip September 2023

“Lovely house and fantastic location.”

Very comfortable, though following the 'refurbished' description on the Sykes site, we were a little surprised that some of the lounge furniture was a little tired. The damp patches on the lounge walls are due to rainwater ingress. Also back door sticks a lot and water does not drain from the main bath. Access up the track was challenging but could be easier if whoever strims the brambles could do this more often and the edges of the track repaired. Parking and turning for two cars would be facilitated if the tarmac area could be longer and wider, accepting the limitations imposed by the hillside.

- Phillip, September 2023
Helen September 2023

“Great holiday!”

Loved the views, the house was super comfy and met all our needs. The garden was lovely, the dogs loved it! and a well equipped kitchen. Only two things, not a complaint though. The en suite is rather compact, but totally adequate. And I suspect as comes with a house of its age, some damp patches. However they did not detract from our enjoyment of the home and holiday!

- Helen, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback. The redecorating of the damp patches is happening soon. You are right though, these old houses have a habit… Property Owner
Sharon September 2023

“We had a lovely stay here, the views from the patio are wonderful, the house is well equipped, everything you need is there, and gives a home from home feeling.”

There's a convenient track down to the pub & lots of walks on the doorstep. Would definitely recommend.

- Sharon, September 2023
June August 2023

“We had visited tour of the house before and really enjoyed it.”

However, we were with our two granddaughters, this time we came with three teenage boys who were well-behaved but found the isolation of Torver boring preferring to be in Coniston village nearer to the water to use the paddleboats. This didn’t stop us from enjoying our holiday, but we would not book this particular property for our grandsons but secondly to come as a couple or with our granddaughters.

- June, August 2023

So glad you had a lovely holiday. Sorry about the teenage boys. Mountain climbing next time maybe?? The slopes above the house leading to The Old Man and Dow Crag are unsurpassed. Property Owner
Julia June 2023

“Absolutely beautiful property!”

Feel very fortunate to have stayed here.

- Julia, June 2023

Thank you for your feedback, we are glad that you had a lovely holiday. Lakes Cottage Holidays Owner Relations Property Owner
Anne April 2023

“We had another enjoyable stay here.”

It’s lovely to sit on the patio enjoying the fantastic view and watching all the wildlife in the garden. High Torver House provides a comfortable base for exploring the area.

- Anne, April 2023

So glad you had a lovely time. Property Owner
S March 2023

“We had a fantastic time at High Torver and will definitely be back!”

We loved the complete isolation and peace and quiet, the gorgeous views and the wildlife in the garden. The house is extremely well equipped with a very useful utility and a fabulous family bathroom. The shower en-suite in the annexe is on the bijou side but perfectly functional. Fantastic supply of kitchen utensils and crockery. We loved everything about the place and are missing it already!

- S, March 2023

Thank you. So glad you had a lovely holiday there. Property Owner
Dawn December 2022

“As always wonderful stay.”

Only issue no decorations at Christmas a bit depressing but we did purchase our own tree. A bit of wear and tear in the main bathroom needs TLC. When we arrived bucket on hallway presumably catching rain water. We’ve stayed there for 9 years and see standards slipping but a beautiful house and superb time.

- Dawn, December 2022

We are so sorry at the mix up over the Christmas decorations being put out. The bucket was an instance as wed just had a roof leak repaired in the lovely old roof and Property Owner
Diane October 2022

“We loved staying in such a comfortable and cosy house.”

We appreciated all the personal effects which made it extremely homely and the tasteful interiors. We all found the beds to be very comfortable and everyone enjoyed using the spacious bathroom and very large bath. The views and setting of the house made it a perfect retreat.

- Diane, October 2022

Thank you for the lovely feedback. So glad you had a lovely rest. Property Owner
Mark September 2022

“Great property and we had a lovely stay.”

Very surprised when we got locked out of the living room as the door handle fell off and we had just lit a fire and we phoned the emergency number and no response! Eventually managed to find a spanner and gained access but no follow up from the holiday company! Everything else was lovely apart from the very low water pressure.

- Mark, September 2022
Angela September 2022

“We had a wonderful stay at High Torver in September.”

The house was very comfortable, spacious and well-equipped. It was ideal for our family of 5 adults and a baby. The garden was great to explore and there are gorgeous views from the front of the house. We loved sitting on the patio enjoying the view over the village with the mountains behind. There are walks that can be done straight from the house and it is a short walk along a footpath down to the village pub which is well worth a visit.

- Angela, September 2022
Chris August 2022

“We really enjoyed our holiday here last August bank holiday and would definitely go back again.”

High Torver House was plenty big enough for 6 adults and 2 children and well equipped. The patio at the front is fantastic for eating and sitting out in the evenings. The location is fantastic, with good access to the surrounding area. A very short walk out the front of the house takes you to a pub. For those looking for longer walks, there is a track that leads from the rear up onto the fells and beyond to Coniston Old Man.

- Chris, August 2022
Roald June 2022

“Such a beautiful house in a lovely setting.”

The garden was fantastic for my grandson (3 years old) to explore with supervision due to a steep slope in one area - a real adventure. The terrace was a great place to be at dawn and dusk, simply to watch the hills opposite. Not to forget the inside- full of character, well equipped and comfortable. The local pub and its regular patrons were especially friendly to my sister who has a moderate learning disability. Definitely coming back!!!

- Roald, June 2022
Gail May 2022

“A beautiful house in a stunning location.”

And even the weather was kind to us.

- Gail, May 2022
Rachel April 2022

“We had a lovely week thank you.”

Super house, with stunning views. Very comfortable.

- Rachel, April 2022
Katherine March 2022

“High Torver House was delightful - really warm, beautifully furnished, had plenty of items in the kitchen like enough glasses, plates etc, lots of parking, and utterly stunning views.”

The pub is just a short stroll away (but you do need to book ahead), and there are fell walks directly outside the back of the property. We will definitely be coming again.

- Katherine, March 2022
Christian March 2022

“Incredible stay at High Torver House and some special memories made.”

A wonderful property with a fabulous garden - perfect for our family. Can't wait to revisit - such a special place! Thank you!

- Christian, March 2022
Thelma October 2021

“The main bedrooms were spacious and all the beds were very comfortable.”

One large bath with bath and shower was shared by 5 people. One person used the annex. The en suite shower room was very small and used by one person. The whole house was beautifully furnished, very comfortable and roomy. The kitchen was very well equipped. We all loved the area and although we used the car to visit different places, it was possible to leave the cars and enjoy walks in the locality.

- Thelma, October 2021
Anne September 2021

“A lovely, comfortable house which was really well equipped.”

Great views and lovely walks from the doorstep. The bathroom was a big hit with my daughters!

- Anne, September 2021
Barbara September 2021

“I can not fault any of it, the only thing I wish we could have had a longer stay, High Torver House was a amazing.”

Sykes cottages are excellent

- Barbara, September 2021
Mary August 2021

“Fantastic house.”

Really comfortable and warm. A lovely spot close to The Wilsons arms and Torver Deli to buy fresh eggs, bacon and bread in the morning. The rooms are a great size and the beds are comfortable. Kitchen well stocked. Lots of space for walking boots and coats. Walks and bike rides from the door.

- Mary, August 2021
Paul July 2021

“A great cottage and a great base for exploring the lakes”

- Paul, July 2021
Stuart June 2021

“We had a great time and the weather was nice.”

- Stuart, June 2021
Sally May 2021

“Position was superb.”

Facilities great, luxury feel yet homely. Lovely welcoming touches and clear instructions for everything. Lovely to receive an email from the host too.

- Sally, May 2021
Carolyn May 2021

“The house was beautiful and so well equipped.”

A home from home and we felt really relaxed the entire week. Lovely and clean too. We cook all our own food so more empty cupboard space in the kitchen would have been useful and it was very hot at night with the radiators on (in mid-May?) and no way to turn them down that we could see. But those were very minor points in the scheme of things and I'm sure we'll be back at some time because it was such a wonderful place to stay. You could even walk a new route every day directly from the house. Fantastic.

- Carolyn, May 2021
Julie October 2020

“Lovely house.”

Immaculately clean, felt very homely and fantastic walks from the door. A smart TV would be good but not essential. Highly recommended.

- Julie, October 2020
Lindsay October 2020

“Fabulous property.”

The only small problem was that the heating wouldn’t stay on for very long so we had to keep putting it on to keep warm.

- Lindsay, October 2020
Cathy September 2020

“Lovely house with everything you need.”

Beds are very comfortable. The house was very clean with hand gel and other cleaning products available. Beautiful walks from the doorstep.

- Cathy, September 2020
Liz September 2020

“The house and location was perfect for a family get together and Eileen was brilliant, emailing us prior to our stay providing lots of useful information.”

Dog friendly and great value. We can’t recommend this place enough. We will definitely book again !

- Liz, September 2020
Chris September 2020

“The house is fantastic and was a wonderful place to relax and unwind.”

The setting is beautiful and great for local walk to be challenged and to take a gentle stroll. The interior of the house is lovely and well cared for. The facilities, especially the bath were great to relax in. I would really recommend this place.

- Chris, September 2020

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 2 x super-king-size (Zip and Link), 1 x king-size
Bathroom with freestanding bath, shower, basin, bidet and WC
Kitchen
Utility
Ground floor WC, Cloakroom
Dining room
Sitting room with woodburning stove. Annexe: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC
Snug with woodburning stove. Please get in contact to let us know your preferred bed configuration at least two weeks prior to your stay.
Oil central heating with 2 x woodburning stove
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 2 x TV, DVD Player, CD Player, WiFi and selection of books
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available
Parking for 3 cars
Enclosed lawn garden, front terrace with furniture, adjacent barn with bike storage
Shop & Pub 0.5 miles
Coniston 2.2 miles
Note: two well behaved dogs are welcome.

The property

A detached property, set amidst 8 acres of woodland and gardens, backed by the Coniston Ranges in the hamlet of Torver, is High Torver House.

This large, whitewashed property is perched on the fell slopes and provides commanding views across the valley, sleeping eight guests, making it ideal for a large family or group looking to enjoy a tranquil Lake District escape.

Heading through the back door, you will be met with a handy cloakroom, where you can leave muddy coats and boots after a day of exploring, before entering the well-equipped kitchen, complete with a host of mod-cons, including an oven and dishwasher, with more handy amenities, such as a freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer, found in the utility room.

The snug is a cosy space for relaxing together in front of the woodburning stove, or simply admiring your surrundings from the patio door, which opens up onto a terrace with outdoor furniture.

From the snug, a staircase takes you up to a king-size double bedroom with an en-suite shower room, making this part of the house a standalone annexe if needed.

Coming back down the stairs, follow the period Minton-tiled hallway towards the dining room, which comfortably seats eight, an ideal space to enjoy home-cooked meals together, and the main sitting room has ample seating for everyone, along with a woodburning stove, TV and a bookcase filled with books you can curl up with and enjoy.

Heading up the main staircase, you can relax on the pretty window seat, admiring the wonderful surrounding views on offer, while the remaining three bedrooms can be found on the first floor; two king-size doubles and a super-king-size with zip/link feature, all of which have been tastefully decorated, with exposed wooden floors and ample storage for your belongings.

The incredible family bathroom has a stunning stained glass window, above the free-standing bath, along with a large separate walk-in shower, so you can choose how to prepare for each day.

Outside, there is an adjacent barn with bike storage and an enclosed area for pets, plus parking for three cars, an enclosed lawn garden with a monkey-puzzle tree and an extensive patio, spanning the length of the house, with outdoor furniture, ideal for admiring the valley views in front of you while enjoying an alfresco lunch.

The peaceful hamlet of Torver is an undiscovered gem, with two wonderful pubs serving food, as well Crake and Woodland valleys, Torver Common and Beacon Tarn, all well worth exploring.

This area of the Lake District is very popular with walkers and cyclists of all abilities wanting to escape the central Lakes crowds.

Coniston Water is a pleasant 5-minute drive away, ideal for fell walking, along with the iconic climb up to the top of The Old Man of Coniston.

Coniston village, with its host of amenities and attractions, is a 3-mile stroll along the old railway line footpath, while Grizedale Forest is a short drive away, ideal for walkers and cyclists, with lake and mountain views, scenic forest trails and the Go Ape tree top adventure attraction.

Slightly further afield, you can access a number of Beatrix Potter attractions, including the National Trust's Hill Top, along with the village of Hawkshead and Esthwaite Water and popular Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere lake and Windermere Jetty.

High Torver House is a fantastic family property in an idyllic Lake District location.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

TORVER

Coniston 2 miles.

The small hamlet of Torver peacefully rests amidst some of the Lake District's most beautiful scenery and provides a 19th century church, built on the site of an ancient chapel. Torver has a fantastic pubs on offer, a Deli and Undercrag studio & cafe, so you will be spoilt for choice for great food. Renowned as one of Wordsworth's favourite haunts, today it’s known locally as a starting point for exploring the local fells and the Duddon Valley and offers a superb base for exploring nearby Hawkshead, Ambleside and Windermere. Excellent walking, mountain biking, climbing and watersports opportunities are available locally on Coniston Old Man and Wetherlam and the lovely woodland trails at Grizedale Forest. Enjoy a leisurely cruise on the beautiful Gondola steam yacht, visit the award-winning village of Hawkshead with its fantastic Beatrix Potter Gallery, discover Tarn Hows, one of the most visited beauty spots in the country or indulge in a spot of serene fishing on Esthwaite Water. A first class holiday location at any time of the year.

Please note: Dogs are to be kept downstairs at all times

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“Generally, the house was lovely, very comfortable, warm, clean and well decorated.”

“Well equipped, lovely comfy beds, excellent position for walks from the door.”

“High Torver is a wonderful property in a beautiful location, situated in a quieter area of the lakes but with fabulous access to some of the areas best features.”

“We enjoyed our stay, the house is spacious, warm and very well-equipped.”

“We had a wonderful week in High Torver House.”

“Lovely house and fantastic location.”

“Great holiday!”

“We had a lovely stay here, the views from the patio are wonderful, the house is well equipped, everything you need is there, and gives a home from home feeling.”

“We had visited tour of the house before and really enjoyed it.”

“Absolutely beautiful property!”

“We had another enjoyable stay here.”

“We had a fantastic time at High Torver and will definitely be back!”

“As always wonderful stay.”

“We loved staying in such a comfortable and cosy house.”

“Great property and we had a lovely stay.”

“We had a wonderful stay at High Torver in September.”

“We really enjoyed our holiday here last August bank holiday and would definitely go back again.”

“Such a beautiful house in a lovely setting.”

“A beautiful house in a stunning location.”

“We had a lovely week thank you.”

“High Torver House was delightful - really warm, beautifully furnished, had plenty of items in the kitchen like enough glasses, plates etc, lots of parking, and utterly stunning views.”

“Incredible stay at High Torver House and some special memories made.”

“The main bedrooms were spacious and all the beds were very comfortable.”

“A lovely, comfortable house which was really well equipped.”

“I can not fault any of it, the only thing I wish we could have had a longer stay, High Torver House was a amazing.”

“Fantastic house.”

“A great cottage and a great base for exploring the lakes”

“We had a great time and the weather was nice.”

“Position was superb.”

“The house was beautiful and so well equipped.”

“Lovely house.”

“Fabulous property.”

“Lovely house with everything you need.”

“The house and location was perfect for a family get together and Eileen was brilliant, emailing us prior to our stay providing lots of useful information.”

“The house is fantastic and was a wonderful place to relax and unwind.”

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About the location

TORVER