Large Lodge for 16 in Grizedale in Grizedale | Stunning Cumbria Group Cottage

About This 8-Bedroom Group Lodge

This 8-bedroom group lodge is a former hunting retreat sleeping 16 guests in the heart of Grizedale Forest, Lake District. This property offers 8 bedrooms each with their own en-suite bathroom, making it perfect for large family gatherings or group celebrations. The lodge sits in a peaceful location surrounded by open countryside and woodlands, with off-road parking for up to 10 cars.

The setting is spectacular. You're deep in Grizedale Forest with walking trails starting from your door. The property is within 12 miles of Lake Windermere, Ambleside and Coniston Water.

Accommodation includes 8 bedrooms across two floors. Ground floor has two doubles, one with a four-poster bed accessed via a cosy snug. First floor features four-poster doubles, a king-size and a twin. All 8 bedrooms have en-suite facilities. Social spaces include a vast lounge with wood burner, elegant dining room and professionally equipped kitchen with utility room. The multi-level garden features terraces, lawn and raised decked area.

Groups can explore Go Ape (3 miles, 10 minutes), Grizedale Forest Sculpture Trail (on doorstep), Hawkshead village (3 miles, 10 minutes) and Lake Windermere (12 miles, 25 minutes).

This getaway works brilliantly for milestone celebrations or family reunions. The separate en-suites mean no bathroom queues. The dining room seats everyone together.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 8
✓Activity: cycling
✓Bathrooms: 8
✓Dogs allowed: 3
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Fam: High chair
✓Fam: Travel cot
✓G/F bedroom
✓Garden enclosed
✓Ground floor bathroom or shower room
✓Kitchen
✓Towels included
✓Christmas decorations
✓Open fire/wood burner
✓WiFi
✓Oven
✓Oven with hob
✓Private parking
✓Property type: House / Cottage
✓Property type 2: Detached

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at this lodge

Every bedroom has an en-suite

All 8 bedrooms feature their own private bathroom facilities, eliminating morning queues and providing privacy for every guest in your group.

Parking for 10 cars

Generous off-road parking on gravel means everyone can bring their own vehicle without the hassle of finding spaces on narrow country lanes.

Perfect for celebrations

The elegant dining room and vast lounge create ideal spaces for milestone birthdays, anniversaries and family reunions with room for everyone.

Forest location

Set deep in Grizedale Forest with walking trails from the door, offering immediate access to woodland walks and the famous sculpture trail.

Four-poster bedrooms

Four bedrooms feature romantic four-poster beds, adding a touch of luxury and making certain rooms feel extra special for celebrating couples.

Large garden spaces

Multi-level garden with terraces, lawn and raised decking provides outdoor space for children to play and adults to relax with forest views.

Getting To This Lodge

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach this property by car, follow the A590 towards Newby Bridge, then take minor roads through Satterthwaite towards Grizedale Forest. Sat nav is useful for the final miles on country roads. Off-road parking for up to 10 cars is available on the gravel area outside the lodge.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Windermere, approximately 12 miles away. From there, you'll need to arrange a taxi for the scenic journey through the Lake District to reach the lodge in Grizedale Forest.

Off-road parking for up to 10 cars

Windermere station (12 miles)

Deep in Grizedale Forest near Hawkshead

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Hill Top

Distance: 4.5 miles (8 min drive)

LA22 0LF

Lakes Aquarium

Distance: 8.1 miles (15 min drive)

LA12 8AS

Ice house

Distance: 9.2 miles (19 min drive)

LA22 9LX

Millwood Trail (Long)

Distance: 0.3 miles (6 min walk)

Carron Crag

Distance: 0.6 miles (2 min drive)

LA22 0QN

Grizedale Forest

Distance: 0.4 miles (8 min walk)

LA22 0QH

The Honeypot

Distance: 2.7 miles (6 min drive)

LA22 0NZ

Coniston Gifts

Distance: 7 miles (13 min drive)

LA21 8HT

Booths

Distance: 11.9 miles (25 min drive)

LA23 1QA

Windermere Station

Distance: 12 miles (25 min drive)

LA23 1AH

Staveley Station

Distance: 15.7 miles (31 min drive)

LA8 9NG

Ash Landing

Distance: 5.8 miles (9 min drive)

LA22 0LW

Hill Top

Distance: 4.5 miles (8 min drive)

LA22 0LF

Lakes Aquarium

Distance: 8.1 miles (15 min drive)

LA12 8AS

Ice house

Distance: 9.2 miles (19 min drive)

LA22 9LX

Millwood Trail (Long)

Distance: 0.3 miles (6 min walk)

Carron Crag

Distance: 0.6 miles (2 min drive)

LA22 0QN

Grizedale Forest

Distance: 0.4 miles (8 min walk)

LA22 0QH

The Honeypot

Distance: 2.7 miles (6 min drive)

LA22 0NZ

Coniston Gifts

Distance: 7 miles (13 min drive)

LA21 8HT

Booths

Distance: 11.9 miles (25 min drive)

LA23 1QA

Windermere Station

Distance: 12 miles (25 min drive)

LA23 1AH

Staveley Station

Distance: 15.7 miles (31 min drive)

LA8 9NG

Ash Landing

Distance: 5.8 miles (9 min drive)

LA22 0LW

Is This Lodge Right For Your Group

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

For Families

Children will love the forest location with walking trails starting from the door. The Grizedale Forest sculpture trail offers an outdoor adventure finding artworks amongst the trees. Go Ape is just 3 miles away with zip wires and high ropes courses. The large multi-level garden provides space for outdoor games and exploration, though supervision is needed as it opens to surrounding fields.

Groups Will Love...

The vast lounge with wood burner creates the perfect gathering space for 16 guests. Combined with the elegant dining room, everyone can eat together at one table. The professionally equipped kitchen features multiple fridges and everything needed for group catering. A separate cosy snug with sofa and TV gives children their own space, while the utility room handles the practical needs of larger groups.

Pet Friendly

The lodge welcomes up to 3 dogs, making it suitable for families who want to bring their pets on holiday. The forest location provides excellent walking opportunities right from the door, with miles of trails through Grizedale Forest. Dogs need supervision in the garden as it opens to surrounding fields and the car park connects to the road. The rural setting offers plenty of outdoor space for dogs to explore.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at this lodge

The Eagles Head Inn, Satterthwaite

Located 1.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA12 8LN

The Kings Arms, Hawkshead

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0NZ

Grizedale Visitor Centre Cafe

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0QJ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about this lodge

Is the lodge pet friendly?

Yes, the lodge welcomes up to 3 dogs. Children and dogs need supervision outdoors as the car park opens to the road and the garden connects to surrounding fields.

How many people does the property sleep?

The lodge sleeps 16 guests across 8 bedrooms. Each bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom, with a mix of doubles, king-size rooms, four-poster beds and one twin room.

What are the sleeping arrangements?

Ground floor has 2 double bedrooms with en-suites. First floor offers 4 four-poster doubles, 1 king-size and 1 twin, all with en-suite bathrooms or shower rooms.

Is there parking available?

Off-road parking for up to 10 cars is available on the gravel area outside the property. This makes it convenient for larger groups arriving in multiple vehicles.

What facilities does the kitchen have?

The professionally equipped kitchen includes everything needed for catering to large groups. There's also a separate utility room and multiple fridges for storing food and drinks.

Are there downstairs bedrooms and bathrooms?

Yes, there are 2 double bedrooms on the ground floor, both with en-suite bathrooms. This makes the property suitable for guests with mobility considerations.

What's nearby for groups to do?

Go Ape is 3 miles away with zip wires and high ropes. Grizedale Forest sculpture trail starts from your door, while Hawkshead village is 3 miles and Lake Windermere 12 miles away.

What are the social spaces like?

The lodge features a vast lounge with wood burner, elegant dining room for group meals and a cosy snug with sofa and TV. All rooms provide ample space for 16 guests to gather comfortably.