"We loved the peacock and the mumma hen walking her chicks outside the window in the garden."
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"The fireplace added a cosy and welcoming touch to the ambience."
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"The dressing gowns and slippers and a bottle of wine were a brilliant touch."
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"They really know how to make it special."
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Adults-only Country House with Lake District Fell Views
Amenities & Services
High Grassings Country House offers free parking and a shuttle service for guests exploring the Lake District. The property has a shared lounge and TV area, plus a sun terrace with seating overlooking Esthwaite Water. Allergy-free rooms and a designated smoking area are available, and express check-in/check-out is provided.
Rooms & Suites
The seven en-suite rooms include a Deluxe Double Room with Shower and a Suite with Mountain View that has an open-plan layout. The suite offers a seating area with panoramic windows, a minibar, and a fruit platter upon arrival. All rooms have TVs and designer toiletries, and the suite includes dressing gowns and slippers.
Dining & Breakfast
Breakfast is served in a conservatory and includes a full cooked English option alongside a continental selection of cereals, fruit, and yoghurt. Homemade produce and vegan alternatives are available upon request, and special diet menus can be arranged. Guests can pre-order their breakfast each evening.
Location & Grounds
The house sits on a quiet country lane with views of the surrounding fells and Esthwaite Water, a popular fishing venue. Wray Castle is a 10-minute drive away, Tarn Hows is 8 minutes by car, and Grizedale Forest is a 16-minute drive. Guests can walk to Hawkshead in less than 2 miles, and Ambleside is 13 minutes by car.
Guest Experience & Services
The hosts provide local recommendations for walks and restaurants, including a printed 10-mile circular walk from the property. The garden has a resident peacock and chickens that roam the grounds, and a candle-lit path guides guests back after dark. Board games and a shared lounge with a log fire are available in colder months.
Highlights
Views: Panoramic fell views and Esthwaite Water vistas from the property
Rooms: Suite with Mountain View including minibar, fruit platter, and dressing gowns
Breakfast: Full English and continental with homemade produce and vegan options
Grounds: Gardens with peacock, chickens, and a candle-lit path at dusk
Location: Short drive to Wray Castle, Tarn Hows, Grizedale Forest, and Hawkshead
Service: Hosts provide detailed walking recommendations and local advice
Must-do experiences
Hike to Loughrigg Fell for stunning views of the Lake District.
Visit the charming Brantwood House for art and gardens by John Ruskin.
Try Grasmere Gingerbread at the unique Sarah Nelson's shop.
Explore the Armitt Museum for insights into local history and culture.
Stroll through Ambleside Market on Thursdays for local crafts and food.
Select your room type
High Grassings Country House offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Deluxe Double Room Shower
2 persons
16 m²
1 Double bed
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Shower
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Suite Mountain View Open Plan
2 persons
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1 King-size bed
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