The Country House Lyth Valley, Yorkshire Dales

Surrounded by the glorious Cumbria countryside, this stunning 19th century house has been imaginatively updated to provide fantastic holiday accommodation for larger families enjoying a reunion or for groups of friends eager to explore a stunning part of the Lake District. Situated in the idyllic Lyth Valley, just a few miles to the east of Windermere, the property has a wealth of characterful features including a traditional bar, a wood burner, exposed brickwork, wooden panelling and a charming balcony with picturesque rural views.

With ample space for up to sixteen guests across nine individually styled en suite bedrooms, this beautiful retreat is a wonderful base for keen walkers, nature lovers, climbers and cyclists exploring the area s spellbinding lakes, quaint market towns and magnificent woodlands. A you enter this spacious and relaxing property, the bar area provides a charming and airy space for sitting back and socialising, with plenty of seating, a cheery wood burner and several delightful dining areas including a grand main dining table.

There are plenty of seating areas to relax in, with French doors opening out onto a lovely balcony offering wonderful country views and an ideal spot for some al fresco dining. This floor also features a commercial style kitchen perfect for preparing celebratory meals for special occasions.

Heading up the grand staircase, the first floor features six beautiful en suite bedrooms. The Squirrel, The Stag and The Duck all feature king size beds, while The Hare has a cosy double bed, The Owl can be made up as a twin or super king size room, and The Robin has a king size bed and additional sofa beds.

There are three further en suite bedrooms, all located on the lower ground floor and accessed separately via external steps. The Herdwick, The Pheasant and The Fox are all dog friendly king size rooms.