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Bull Pen, Graythwaite

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4.3
out of 5
Yorkshire Dales » Graythwaite
Sleeps up to 10
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3

Bull Pen is a detached five-bedroom lodge sleeping 10 guests on the peaceful Graythwaite Estate near Hawkshead in the Lake District. This property works brilliantly for larger groups with its shared swimming pool access and games room facilities. The lodge sits less than a mile from Windermere and four miles from Hawkshead village.

The estate location offers direct access to lakeside walks and woodland trails through nearby Grizedale Forest. You're surrounded by classic Lake District scenery with mountains and water on your doorstep.

The ground floor features a king-size double bedroom with en-suite shower room. Upstairs you'll find four more bedrooms: three twins and another king-size double.

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About Bull Pen

Bull Pen is a detached five-bedroom lodge sleeping 10 guests on the peaceful Graythwaite Estate near Hawkshead in the Lake District. This property works brilliantly for larger groups with its shared swimming pool access and games room facilities. The lodge sits less than a mile from Windermere and four miles from Hawkshead village.

The estate location offers direct access to lakeside walks and woodland trails through nearby Grizedale Forest. You're surrounded by classic Lake District scenery with mountains and water on your doorstep.

The ground floor features a king-size double bedroom with en-suite shower room. Upstairs you'll find four more bedrooms: three twins and another king-size double. There are three bathrooms total including a family bathroom and a walk-in shower room. The open-plan living space includes a woodburning stove, large dining table and breakfast bar. The kitchen has two electric ovens, gas hob, dishwasher and washing machine. Outside there's an enclosed patio with furniture and off-road parking for 10 cars.

Visit Beatrix Potter's Hill Top House in Near Sawrey (3 miles, 8 minutes). Explore Grizedale Forest (2 miles, 6 minutes) for mountain biking and walking trails. Take a cruise on Lake Windermere from Bowness (6 miles, 15 minutes). Discover Hawkshead village (4 miles, 10 minutes) with its medieval streets and independent shops.

Bull Pen suits multi-generational families and friend groups wanting Lake District exploration with proper facilities. Book here for swimming pool access and space for everyone to spread out.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Bull Pen

Swimming Pool Access

Shared swimming pool available to book throughout your stay. Perfect for families and groups wanting daily swims during Lake District breaks.

Spacious Group Accommodation

Five bedrooms sleeping 10 guests with three bathrooms. Ground floor bedroom with en-suite provides excellent accessibility for mixed-age groups.

Games Room Facilities

Shared table tennis room available for group entertainment. Great for keeping everyone occupied during rainy Lake District afternoons.

Lakeside Location

Less than one mile to Windermere lakeside walks. Direct access to waterside trails and stunning mountain views from the doorstep.

Woodburning Stove

Open fire in the living room creates cosy evenings. Perfect for gathering the group after days exploring the fells and forests.

Pet-Friendly Breaks

Two well-behaved dogs welcome at no extra cost. Enclosed patio garden and immediate access to fantastic walking routes for your pets.

Getting To Bull Pen

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Bull Pen by car, exit the M6 at Junction 36 and follow signs towards Windermere and Hawkshead. The lodge sits on the Graythwaite Estate with convenient off-road parking for 10 cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Grange-over-Sands. From there, it's approximately 12 miles by taxi to the property through beautiful Lake District countryside.

Off-road parking for 10 cars
Grange-over-Sands station (12 miles)
Easily accessible from M6 Junction 36

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Hill Top House (Beatrix Potter)
Distance: 3 miles
LA22 0LF
Grizedale Forest
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0QJ
Lake Windermere Cruises
Distance: 6 miles
LA23 3HQ
Claife Heights Circular
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0LW
Grizedale Forest Trails
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0QJ
Windermere Lakeside Path
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA22 0LP
Hawkshead Village Shops
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 0NT
Booths Windermere
Distance: 5.8 miles
LA23 1DX
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 8 miles
LA22 9BS
Hawkshead Bus Stop
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 0NT
Windermere Ferry
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA22 0LP
Grizedale Visitor Centre
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0QJ
Hill Top House (Beatrix Potter)
Distance: 3 miles
LA22 0LF
Grizedale Forest
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0QJ
Lake Windermere Cruises
Distance: 6 miles
LA23 3HQ
Claife Heights Circular
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0LW
Grizedale Forest Trails
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0QJ
Windermere Lakeside Path
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA22 0LP
Hawkshead Village Shops
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 0NT
Booths Windermere
Distance: 5.8 miles
LA23 1DX
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 8 miles
LA22 9BS
Hawkshead Bus Stop
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 0NT
Windermere Ferry
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA22 0LP
Grizedale Visitor Centre
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0QJ

Is Bull Pen Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
Children have access to the shared swimming pool which can be booked throughout the stay. The games room with table tennis provides indoor entertainment. Grizedale Forest sits two miles away offering Go Ape activities and forest trails. The enclosed patio garden gives safe outdoor space. Lake Windermere is less than a mile away for paddleboarding and boat trips. Cot and highchair are available on request.
Groups Will Love...
The shared swimming pool is available to book throughout your stay at Bull Pen. This facility works perfectly for groups wanting daily swimming sessions during their Lake District break. The pool must be pre-booked with set opening times. Combined with the table tennis room, these shared facilities add significant value for larger groups and families staying on the Graythwaite Estate.
Pet Friendly
Bull Pen welcomes two well-behaved dogs at no additional cost. The property features an enclosed patio garden for safe outdoor access. Walking routes start directly from the doorstep across the Graythwaite Estate. Grizedale Forest sits two miles away offering extensive woodland trails. Lake Windermere is less than a mile for waterside walks. The ground floor bedroom with en-suite provides convenient accommodation when travelling with pets.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Bull Pen

The Drunken Duck Inn

Located 3.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0NG

Tower Bank Arms

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0LF

The Sun Inn Hawkshead

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0NT

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Bull Pen

How many guests does Bull Pen sleep?
Bull Pen sleeps 10 guests across five bedrooms. The ground floor has one king-size double with en-suite, whilst upstairs offers one king-size double and three twin bedrooms.
Is Bull Pen pet-friendly?
Yes, Bull Pen welcomes two well-behaved dogs. The property has an enclosed patio garden and direct access to excellent walking routes across the Graythwaite Estate and nearby forests.
What cooking facilities are available?
The kitchen includes two electric ovens, a gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. There's a large dining table in the open-plan living area plus a breakfast bar for casual meals.
Can we use the swimming pool?
Yes, guests can book the shared swimming pool throughout their stay. The pool must be pre-booked and has set opening times, so advance booking is recommended for your preferred slots.
How many bathrooms does the property have?
Bull Pen has three bathrooms total. The ground floor bedroom has an en-suite shower room, whilst upstairs features a family bathroom with shower over bath and a separate walk-in shower room.
What parking is available?
The property provides off-road parking for 10 cars. This generous parking allocation makes Bull Pen ideal for larger groups arriving in multiple vehicles.
Is there a ground floor bedroom?
Yes, there's a king-size double bedroom on the ground floor with its own en-suite shower room. This makes the property suitable for guests with mobility considerations or those who prefer avoiding stairs.
What entertainment facilities are included?
The property has a TV in the living room and access to a shared table tennis room. The open-plan living space with woodburning stove provides excellent social areas for group gatherings and evening entertainment.

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Bull Pen Reviews

Beautiful setting with lots of activities nearby we had a great week.
Joanne
Some of the property in particular the kitchen needed better cleaning lots of cobwebs upstairs and in some places of the cottage it is in need of painting. Quite alot of mould in places around the windows because of condensation in particular one bathroom the shower curtain desperately needs replacing as it is covered in mould so we didnt use this shower. The toaster didnt work but we were provided with a new one straight away. The hot water tap in the kitchen is also dangerously hot. We did however overall love the cottage, the beds and towels were immaculate and the space extremely homely and spacious and no denying the location is brilliant and extremely picturesque.
It's a lovely well equipped cottage, and it's great having the swimming pool and small shop on site. One small note is that the tap water is discoloured, and we only found out the reason why and that it's fine to drink after digging through the information pack. A notice by the kitchen sink for example would have put our minds at ease straight away.
This building was not disabled friendly. Steps down to the cottage, then up into the cottage, up into a show half cubicles which was far too small, steps out onto the patio. No toiletry hangers within the show cubicle upstairs so trying to shower, bend down for bottles were near impossible in such a tiny space. Planters blocking disabled parking anywhere near the cottage front door, which had to be moved. 4 cars had punctures on the graythwaite estate!! Not very well maintained. Will not be recommending this holiday venue to anyone.
No problems at all with the Bullpen. We had a family reunion and all 10 of us enjoyed the stay. We have stayed at the Farm House on other occasions, but this was the first time at the Bullpen and we were not disappointed. We had everything that we needed and the beds were very comfortable. The only negative which has nothing to do with the Estate is that the roads are very narrow and quite a few motorists insist on driving over the centre line, making driving rather stressful, which means that unfortunately, I doubt we will return.
Hayley
Fantastic holiday everyone really helpful only downside is not being able to ... Fantastic holiday everyone really helpful only downside is not being able to swim everyday as pool has to be booked and was shut at 7 sometimes before , when booked online slots were available until 10 however this is not the case
Fraser
This property was just what we wanted. Whilst it was 'offseason' the peace and calm of the area without large numbers of tourist meant it was a wonderful stay. If anyone wanted peace and tranquility this was the place. The swimming pool , having to be booked, meant the family had a very calm experience. The shop was well supplied and the brochures of available walks were very informative. Highly recommended.
Rosslyn
We enjoyed a great stay in this beautiful well equipped cottage. . the views are fantastic. Walks were great and so was the swimming pool The whole family also had a great time with Graythwaite Adventures.. Would strongly recommend a stay here, we will be returning again
Michael
Our stay at Bull Pen was fantastic. The property was just as described. None of the issues mentioned by the previous review existed for our stay. Heating worked well note it is night storage and hot water was plentiful. Due to the night storage at certain times the room we had our daughter 7 months sleeping in was a little cold but we called the office and they provided an additional electric heater for the room. The kitchen, lounge and dining area were perfect for group socialising, cooking and eating. The grounds extensive with lovely walks. Table tennis and swimming were also great additions. Overall an excellent stay
Kenneth
We all had a brilliant time and will definitely look to be back again sometime soon! Facilities amazing, able to book the pool as and when we wanted and was no noise from any other of the accommodation
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