About this property
Located in a beautiful, secluded spot in the breathtaking north-western corner of the Lake District, this extensive property provides sumptuous and welcoming accommodation for up to 14 guests. This fabulous property has been tastefully furnished, decorated in light soothing tones, and lovingly updated while retaining plenty of original features. Exploring this stately property, you will find grand fireplaces, antique furnishings, four-poster beds, stone mullion windows, wood-panelled walls, a knot garden and a baby grand piano. For extra pampering and relaxation, there’s a bar. A wonderfully welcoming backdrop for a big family celebration or a long-awaited reunion, this rambling and historic country house is set in an idyllic spot and enjoys far-reaching views over the tranquil valleys of Lorton Vale.
Entering the property, a wood-panelled entrance hall leads you through to the light and spacious main lounge which is a perfect space for relaxing in front of the open fire with a movie or a board game while enjoying a drink from the bar. The traditional country-style kitchen has a wide range of equipment along with a charming breakfast table, perfect for rustling up all your favourite family meals. When dinner is served, guests can be summoned by ringing the large gong and assembling in the impressive, light and beautifully decorated formal dining room. With an open fire, a grand piano and a large dining table, this is a memorable space for marking a special occasion. The ground floor also offers a handy utility room and a tiled WC with an original Thomas Crapper lavatory. The property’s grandeur extends to the seven unique and tastefully decorated en-suite bedrooms upstairs: four king-size and three doubles, all with TVs, and several with feature fireplaces and sumptuous four-poster beds. Heading outside, the elegant and extensive grounds feature a charming formal knot garden with a central fountain, a delightful terrace perfect for dining alfresco, a pretty summer house and a sweeping lawn for picnics and games. There is also a private pasture which is for the sole use of Winder Hall and The Lodge - Winder Hall with fishing rights included. Winder Hall and The Lodge - Winder Hall can booked along side each other to accommodate up to 18 guests
Additional information and rules
- 7 bedrooms - 3 king-size, 3 doubles, 1 super king (which can be made as a twin upon request, this room is called Fellbarrow).
- Please let us know at the time of booking or at least 7 days prior to arrival if you would like the bed made as a twin
- 4 en-suite shower rooms and 3 en-suite bathrooms, 2 with showers over the bath and 1 with separate walk-in shower, plus 1 ground-floor WC
- 2 x induction cooker, electric hobs, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and freezer
- Washer/dryer in utility room
- Freeview TV and DVD player
- Property has it's own bar
- Open fires
- Summerhouse with furniture
- EV charging available - pay on use
- Pub and shop 0.5 miles
- Property can be booked alongside The Lodge - Winder Hall (SZ492)
- Stunning private river walk for the sole use of guests at Winder Hall and The Lodge - Winder Hall
- Private stretch of river with fishing rights for the sole use of guests at Winder Hall and The Lodge - Winder Hall
- Winder Hall and The Lodge - Winder Hall can booked along side each other to accommodate up to 18 guests
- Please note that for fishing you will require a national rod licence which is available to purchase online or at the post office.
- Three travel cots are available - please request these at the time of booking if required
- Group bookings may need to be checked with the owner first before confirming, please note no Hen or Stag parties
- Strictly no dogs permitted upstairs in the bedrooms or allowed on the furniture in the lounge or dining room. There may be charges to cover the cost of carpets/furniture to be professionally cleaned or sanitised or replacement linen. Outside area, all dogs must be kept on leads.
Nearby points of interest
- Derwent Pencil Museum