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Winder Hall

Low Lorton, near Cockermouth, Cumbria
Sleeps 14
Bedrooms 7
Bathrooms 7
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
EV Charging
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Pub nearby
Complex
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At a glance

  • Magnificent stately home in Lorton Vale for decadent escapes with friends, family and canine companions
  • Imposing fireplaces and antique furnishings inside
  • There is also The Lodge - Winder Hall at the end of the drive that can be booked along side Winder Hall should you need additional bedrooms
Overview
Property code: OC-SZ565

Occupying a secluded spot in the north-western corner of the Lake District, this stunning property offers sumptuous accommodation for 14 human and three canine guests. Offering glorious views over Lorton Vale, this extensive house has been lovingly updated while retaining plenty of original features. With grand fireplaces, antique furnishings, stone mullion windows, wood-panelled walls, a knot garden and a baby grand piano, this rambling historic country house provides a wonderful backdrop for a big family celebration or long-awaited reunion.

This beautiful country house features a light, spacious lounge perfect for relaxing with a film or a board game and a drink from the bar. The country-style kitchen has plenty of equipment and a charming breakfast table, and is a pleasure to cook in. When the meal is ready, guests can be summoned by ringing the large dinner gong and assembling in the formal dining room. With an open fire, grand piano and large dining table, this is a memorable space for everyone to gather together. The ground floor also offers a wood-panelled entrance hallway, a handy utility room, and a tiled WC with a Thomas Crapper lavatory. The property’s grandeur extends to the seven tastefully decorated en-suite bedrooms upstairs: four king-size and three doubles. Outside, the elegant grounds feature a formal knot garden with a fountain, a delightful terrace, a summer house and a sweeping lawn with plenty of space for your canine companions to play. There is also a private pasture which is shared with The Lodge- Winder Hall. It has a half-mile walk along the River Cocker with fishing rights included. Winder Hall and The Lodge - Winder Hall can booked along side each other to accommodate up to 18 guests

The thriving town of Keswick (9 miles) and the Georgian town of Cockermouth (4 miles) have plenty of great dog-friendly places to eat and drink. The nearest of the lakes are Crummock Water and Loweswater (both 4 miles). Dogs are welcome at the Puzzling Place, the grounds at Mirehouse and Whinlatter Forest Park (all within 12 miles).

  • 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.
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 16:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Kylie Harmon-Twidle

This property is personally managed by Kylie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by David 27th March 2026

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Winder Hall is a truly fabulous property. we had a wonderful holiday and would love to return in the future. The setting is amazing and the kids loved the summerhouse and the river. we enjoyed the open fires and I have to say a special thankyou to Steve who kept us supplied with logs and was generally very helpful. Superb!

Reviewed by John 13th March 2026

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Reviewed by Sarah 26th September 2025

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This house works really well for our family party of 13 guests. We have stayed here 3 times now and intend to return. There is plenty do do nearby and with Cockermouth and Keswick a short drive away there are plenty of facilities.

Reviewed by Emma 1st August 2025

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We had a lovely holiday at Winder Hall; it is in a great location with beautiful views, great towns and beaches nearby and a super little pub with a beer garden 5 minutes walk away. We loved being in the countryside with a plethora of wildlife on the doorstep! We followed one of the 5 mile walks from the book which gave us stunning views over the vRead morealley and beyond. The shared areas were brilliant and it meant that all the family could be together. The bedrooms were great. with en-suites and TVs. Hide

Reviewed by A 4th April 2025

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Excellent facility for a large group. Accomodation could have been warmer, particularly on the first 2/3 dats following our arrival. The on-going work to the rear was intrusive & detracted from the excellent rear area of the property

Reviewed by Christine 17th January 2025

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A comfortable and beautiful house. All the bedrooms are nicely furnished and everywhere is very clean. Fabulous dining room and we loved the bar in the lounge. Already booked another stay!

Reviewed by Geoffrey 8th November 2024

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Winder Hall is a wonderful property set in lovely grounds. Steve, the caretaker, is extremely helpful and on hand if and when needed without being too intrusive. The house is very clean and well managed throughout, and has everything required for a very comfortable stay. We stayed for a week with our family in November to celebrate our sons 30th biRead morerthday. The house was warm even at this time of year and we had a fabulous week. We have every intention of returning in the future. A good location. Hide

Reviewed by Nicola 25th October 2024

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Great place to stay in lovely surroundings. We loved the character and atmosphere of Winder Hall which was fantastic for a family and friends break together. It was well equipped and all rooms were spacious and comfortable each different in their own way. Would visit again without hesitation!

Reviewed by Barrie 4th October 2024

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Winder Hall was perfect for our friends 50th celebrations. The profession kitchen worked well for our private chef that we hired in. Plenty of room for us all and the bar was a lovely touch. Winder hall is perfect for big groups. Steve was very helpful for all our needs. We will definitely come again.

Reviewed by Sarah 27th September 2024

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We loved the house and the location. Not much going on in Lorton so if you want somewhere quiet, it is ideal. We enjoyed the doves.

Reviewed by Laura 13th September 2024

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This is a wonderful house for family gatherings. The bedrooms were spotless, comfortable and all en-suite. The kitchen was very well appointed and friendly with everyone gathered around the large kitchen table to eat and plan the day. The lounge was fabulous and our party of 10 had all the space in the world. The formal dining room was used for a sRead morepecial birthday meal. The private grounds were superb and the location of the house was great for walkers & shoppers. Steve was amazing and helpful. Hide

Reviewed by J 26th July 2024

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Winder Hall was ideal for our three generation family holiday (10 people) plus dog! Superb location. Due to exceptionally good weather, we were able to eat outside every evening, which was a bonus. Special thanks to Steve, our caretaker, who was most helpful.

Reviewed by Jane 19th July 2024

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This is an ideal house for family gatherings in stunning surroundings . Steve (the caretaker) really takes care of everything and is super helpful . The house and gardens ensures there's plenty of space for a multitude of activities . Its paradise for children .

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