Home Farmhouse in Graythwaite Estate near Hawkshead | Stunning Yorkshire Dales Group Cottage

About Home Farmhouse

Home Farmhouse is a converted Victorian farmhouse in Cumbria's Lake District, dating from 1890. This detached property sleeps up to eight guests and works brilliantly for larger family gatherings or group breaks. The estate courtyard setting gives you plenty of space and privacy for your party.

You're positioned in the southern Lake District with easy access to both lakes and fells. The surrounding countryside offers miles of walking routes right from the doorstep.

The main house contains four bedrooms upstairs plus a ground-floor annex bedroom. This layout means five separate sleeping spaces across the property. Previous guests confirm the house comfortably accommodates eight adults. You'll find generous social areas throughout for group meals and evening relaxation. The converted farm buildings retain original character whilst providing modern comfort.

Windermere lies 6 miles north (15 minutes). Grizedale Forest offers mountain biking and walking trails 4 miles away (10 minutes). Coniston Water sits 5 miles west (12 minutes). The World of Beatrix Potter attraction is 7 miles distant (18 minutes).

Home Farmhouse delivers authentic Lake District accommodation for groups wanting space and period features. Perfect for active families exploring the national park together.

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Need To Know

✓Oil central heating with woodburning stove
✓Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
✓3 x smart tv, wifi
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Please note that logs, kindling, firelighters, and matches are not included in your stay but can be ordered using the goodeats link in your key collection information
✓Travel cot and highchair available on request
✓Private parking for 10 cars
✓Electric vehicle charging point available (charges apply, payable on a pay-as-you-go basis)
✓Enclosed lawned garden with patio and barbecue
✓Two well-behaved dogs welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 0.1 mile, pub 3.5 miles
✓Note: there is an unfenced lake in the grounds
✓Please note: minimum 3 night stay
✓The swimming pool can be booked for 45 minute private sessions, all guests can pre-book up to a maximum of 3 swimming slots ( or 2 slots for shorter stays ) 7 days prior to arrival by contacting estate@graythwaite
✓Com (please bring swim towels, as the towels provided are only for use in the property)

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Home Farmhouse

Five Separate Bedrooms

Four bedrooms in the main house plus one ground-floor annex bedroom give groups excellent flexibility and privacy for multi-generational stays.

Spacious for Eight Adults

Previous guests confirm the property comfortably accommodates eight adults with room to spread out and relax together throughout the day.

Victorian Character Features

Original 1890 farmhouse features create authentic period atmosphere whilst modern updates ensure your group enjoys contemporary comfort and facilities.

Estate Courtyard Setting

Private courtyard location within converted farm buildings provides seclusion and outdoor space perfect for families and groups gathering together.

Central Lake District Location

Positioned between Windermere and Coniston with major lakes and walking routes all within 15 minutes drive for daily adventures.

Ground Floor Bedroom Access

Annex bedroom on ground level suits guests with mobility considerations or those preferring single-level accommodation within the group.

Getting To Home Farmhouse

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Home Farmhouse by car, take the A590 through the southern Lake District and follow signs towards Coniston. The property sits in an estate courtyard setting with convenient off-road parking for your group's vehicles.

By Train

The nearest railway station is Ulverston, approximately 8 miles south of the property. From there, a taxi will take you through the Lake District countryside to your farmhouse accommodation.

Off-road parking in estate courtyard

Ulverston station (8 miles)

Accessible from the A590

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Hill Top

Distance: 3.5 miles (7 min drive)

LA22 0LF

Lakes Aquarium

Distance: 3.2 miles (9 min drive)

LA12 8AS

Laurel and Hardy Museum

Distance: 13 miles (24 min drive)

LA12 0DB

West Windermere Way (Walking Route)

Distance: 1.4 miles (3 min drive)

Carron Crag

Distance: 5.1 miles (10 min drive)

LA22 0QN

Grizedale Forest

Distance: 5.4 miles (11 min drive)

LA22 0QH

Greythwaite Estate Farm Shop

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

LA12 8BA

Grizedale Shop Gallery

Distance: 4.9 miles (9 min drive)

LA22 0QL

Booths

Distance: 8 miles (26 min drive)

LA23 1QA

Windermere Station

Distance: 8.1 miles (27 min drive)

LA23 1AH

Staveley Station

Distance: 11.8 miles (33 min drive)

LA8 9NG

Lakeside

Distance: 3.2 miles (9 min drive)

LA12 8AT

Hill Top

Distance: 3.5 miles (7 min drive)

LA22 0LF

Lakes Aquarium

Distance: 3.2 miles (9 min drive)

LA12 8AS

Laurel and Hardy Museum

Distance: 13 miles (24 min drive)

LA12 0DB

West Windermere Way (Walking Route)

Distance: 1.4 miles (3 min drive)

Carron Crag

Distance: 5.1 miles (10 min drive)

LA22 0QN

Grizedale Forest

Distance: 5.4 miles (11 min drive)

LA22 0QH

Greythwaite Estate Farm Shop

Distance: 0.1 miles (2 min walk)

LA12 8BA

Grizedale Shop Gallery

Distance: 4.9 miles (9 min drive)

LA22 0QL

Booths

Distance: 8 miles (26 min drive)

LA23 1QA

Windermere Station

Distance: 8.1 miles (27 min drive)

LA23 1AH

Staveley Station

Distance: 11.8 miles (33 min drive)

LA8 9NG

Lakeside

Distance: 3.2 miles (9 min drive)

LA12 8AT

Is Home Farmhouse Right For Your Group

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

For Families

The Lake District location offers endless activities for children. Grizedale Forest has Go Ape treetop adventures and cycling trails 4 miles away. The World of Beatrix Potter attraction brings stories to life 7 miles north. Coniston Water provides boat trips and water activities. Fell Foot Park offers adventure playgrounds and lakeside picnics just 3 miles distant. The spacious farmhouse gives kids room to play.

Groups Will Love...

The five-bedroom layout makes Home Farmhouse exceptional for groups. Four bedrooms sit upstairs in the main house whilst the ground-floor annex bedroom provides flexible accommodation. This separation works brilliantly for multi-generational families or friend groups wanting both togetherness and privacy. Previous guests specifically praise how comfortably eight adults fit within the property. The generous social spaces mean everyone gathers easily for meals and evenings together.

Pet Friendly

Contact the property owner directly to confirm whether Home Farmhouse welcomes pets. The estate courtyard setting and Lake District location would suit dogs well with immediate countryside access. Many converted farmhouses in this area accept well-behaved dogs given the outdoor space available. Grizedale Forest and surrounding fells offer excellent walking routes. Always verify the specific pet policy and any associated charges before booking your group stay.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Home Farmhouse

The Masons Arms

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA11 6NW

Hare and Hounds Bowland Bridge

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA11 6NN

The Ruskin Brasserie

Located 5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA21 8DU

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Home Farmhouse

How many people does Home Farmhouse sleep?

The property sleeps eight guests across five bedrooms. The main house has four bedrooms upstairs whilst the annex provides one ground-floor bedroom.

Is Home Farmhouse pet friendly?

You'll need to contact the property owner directly to confirm their pet policy. Many Lake District properties welcome dogs but policies vary between owners.

What sleeping arrangements are available?

Five separate bedrooms give your group excellent flexibility for different party configurations. The ground-floor annex bedroom works particularly well for guests preferring single-level access.

How far is Home Farmhouse from Windermere?

Windermere town and lake are 6 miles north, taking approximately 15 minutes by car. The location gives you quick access to England's largest lake for watersports and boat trips.

What facilities does the farmhouse have for groups?

The converted Victorian farmhouse offers generous social spaces where eight adults can gather comfortably. Previous guest reviews specifically mention the property provides ample room for larger groups.

Are there good walks nearby?

Grizedale Forest sits 4 miles away with marked trails for all abilities. Coniston Water and surrounding fells are 5 miles west offering classic Lake District walking routes.

Is there parking at the property?

The estate courtyard setting provides off-road parking for your group's vehicles. Specific parking capacity details should be confirmed when booking.

What attractions are close to Home Farmhouse?

The World of Beatrix Potter attraction is 7 miles away in Bowness. Grizedale Forest and Coniston Water both sit within 10-15 minutes drive for outdoor activities.

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Bowness-on-Windermere

Home Farmhouse Reviews

Lovely cottage, great location near Windermere, Coniston, Esthwaite. Great to have parking and swimming pool facilities too. Only complaint was that the garden wasn't entirely dog secure and he managed to sneak out of a hole between gate posts!

Really lovely house with everything we needed and great location

Fabulous family holiday. Great cottage and we we all loved the swimming pool. Everything we needed was in the cottage. The fridge and freezer space was immense and having a washer and drier was great too especially with having two very young children with us. The outdoor space was fantastic we managed to sit outside and eat lunch outside one day which for late February was a great bonus. Having access to an enclosed field was also great for the dogs too. We really appreciated the smart TV's too for watching films in the evening. The tin opener could do with replacing. Would highly recommend the cottage.

Nicola

The house was in a beautiful location, giving access to the entire estate. There was a swimming pool onsite, electric chargers and a games room. The house was spacious and the furniture was comfortable. The house could do with a little TLC maintenance to ensure standards are kept high. My family and I would stay here again.

Belinda

Great property on the beautiful Graythwaite Estate. We loved the size of Home Farmhouse, two lovely loungerelaxing areas, dining table for eight. Each bedroom has an en suite. We didnt make use of the annex but it makes the house plenty big enough for 8 adult guests. The house was well equipped apart from a broom or hoover, we found a dustpan but its a big place to do that daily! Otherwise faultless.

Excellent stay for all the family.

The cottage was gorgeous and we had a fabulous weekend.

All round excellent stay 4 bed home farmhouse was modern refurb'd and clean, with all you need except a corkscrew! really clean and well looked after a few cobwebs behind tv's and ceiling of the little 1 bed annexe 4.85!! but otherwise a really good job. there was a slight drain smell in both annex ands main TV room but nothing too disagreeable for us really spacious and room , bathrooms were very well spec'd. dog proof courtyard and opening to the paddock was really good felt very well thought out and we enjoyed immensely our time. Swimming pool used twice was lovely also booked private 45 mins sessions!

Lovely well appointed converted Farmhouse Sleeps 6 comfortably No downstairs toilet so something to consider for the less mobile Annexe was disappointing. Cramped, mould on toilet wall continual bad odour. Would not have been suitable had we needed for more than 2 nights Location is great for walks. Tesco unable to locate us as they use Royal Mail postcode finder for deliveries. Pool is good. Great for the kids Date of experience 02 December 2022

We had a wonderful week at Home Farmhouse, the facilities are exceptional. High specification throughout, everything we needed. The estate is wonderful for walks and the shop is an added bonus. Lovely staff , helpful and informative.

Denise

Lovely wellequipped property. Very cool in summer heat wave. Shop on site was very useful, though expensive. Enjoyed use of the swimming pool. Would definitely stay again

Therese

The accommodation was generally outstanding . However as feedback has been requested I would like to point out the following My elderly mother found showering difficult without a rubberised mat we had to put a large towel down which wasnt ideal as it was a trip hazard There were no towels provided for the annexe . Fully appreciating that pets are not allowed on the furniture having all white bedding and towels caused a level of stress . A certain amount of dog hair is inevitably transferred onto surfaces. We would have appreciated darker coloured linen etc. at least in the annexe . These are only meant as constructive comments. We found the location and general facilities amazing pool etc and thoroughly enjoyed our break after a difficult couple of years .

This is a great place to stay we will be back

5 adults, 3 kids and 2 dogs in one house. Was pleasantly surprised, very spacious modern home that felt like we had gone from home to home. Plenty of room for all of us live to comfortably. We had a swim which was lovely followed by walks around the estate grounds and dropping down onto Windermere. This stay could not be more perfect, a retreat for us all to relax and unwind in the country. We did archery which was fantastic and only a short 15 minute walk to the location. We ate at local pubs which were recommended by the site. The shop on site was great, catering for all needs. The only down fall which was minor was the oven didnt have instructions and left us starving and eating chocolate and crisps on the first night. Other than that I would love to stay again. None of us wanted to leave

Richard

Lovely spacious property in a beautiful location. Excellent facilities and modern, quality fixtures and fittings. We all loved the cottage. Superb.

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Home Farmhouse, Graythwaite

About Home Farmhouse

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Five Separate Bedrooms

Spacious for Eight Adults

Victorian Character Features

Estate Courtyard Setting

Central Lake District Location

Ground Floor Bedroom Access

Getting To Home Farmhouse

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Home Farmhouse Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Masons Arms

Hare and Hounds Bowland Bridge

The Ruskin Brasserie

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Home Farmhouse Reviews