History of Graythwaite

The Sandys family have lived on the estate for some 500 years since Graythwaite Hall was built in the 16th Century.

With historical gardens that were originally designed by Thomas Mawson in 1889, the gardens today follow a similar design of his to keep the tradition going. The colourful, enchanting gardens are open from April – August each year for the public to walk around and feel at peace with nature.

In 1980 the family developed the home farm complex into spectacular holiday homes and have been adding to the portfolio ever since.

Walks Around Graythwaite

With over 5,000 acres to explore the family have a picked a few of their favourite walks on the estate for everyone to explore and enjoy the picturesque views first hand.

Fishery Walk

One of the family’s favourite walks is the scenic walk around the 2.5 acre fishery located up the road from home farm complex.

This walk is approximately one mile and is a very tranquil and relaxing walk. Seeing squirrels, jumping fish and perhaps a deer along the way, this walk is not one to be missed during your stay on the estate or in the Lake District.

Leaving the Home Farm complex turn right at the end of the lane and head up the road (towards Keepers Cottage) and follow the road to the right. The Tarn will appear on your left and you can follow the tarn round clockwise or anti-clockwise. There are benches along the way for you to have a seat and take in your serene surroundings.

The Lake walk to Grubbins Point

Grubbins Point sits on the edge of Lake Windermere and has panoramic view of the lake. The walk is approximately one and a half miles long but is filled with breath taking views.

For the walk to Grubbins Point, Follow the track Sign posted ‘Hullett Hall’ in an easterly direction. The steep track will take you down to Grubbins point.

Occasionally there are private events held at Grubbins Point and therefore isn’t available to access all the time. Please contact the office on 01539531248 to check Grubbins is open to general public.

Garden Walk

A final family favourite is a walk around the gardens. The garden walk is an all time favourite due to it being so peaceful during the summer months. The Garden walk is less than a mile long so is perfect for anyone not wanting to cover much distance.

The gardens were created by Thomas Mawson and stay true to his concept of formal and informal planting set in woodland.

The gardens are open to the public between April and August. Entry is permitted by the use of an honesty box system where all money received goes back to the maintenance of the fantastic gardens.

Holiday Cottages

Whether you want a quiet get away or a family holiday we can cater to your every need on the estate with our properties sleeping between 2 – 18 guests.

To help you choose the perfect property for you to stay in whilst visiting the estate we have picked a few of our favourite houses.

Silverholme Manor

Sleeping up to 18 guests Silverholme Manor is an elegant manor house bursting with periodic character along with having all the modern luxuries. Silverholme Manor is the perfect destination for any occasion from a family holiday, to a wedding or even a weekend retreat!

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Hazelseat House

Hazelseat House is a large modern house that sits detached in an idyllic location for a countryside getaway. With a large kitchen diner perfect for spending time with loved ones whilst cooking or having a catch up over a wholesome meal, spacious living areas and a bubbling hot tub to sit back and relax.

Hazelseat has been recently refurbished to an extremely high standard to give guests the luxury stay they deserve.

Keepers Cottage

This perfectly renovated cottage was formally home to the head game keeper and sits in a wooded area with serene views of the estates fishery. Keepers Cottage sleeps up to 10 guests, with the open living areas the house is perfect for quality time away with your loved ones.

With a well-equipped kitchen, a cosy living area and endless amounts of walks and activities to do on the doorstep, whilst enjoying tranquil views of Graythwaite Fishery out of your bedroom window. Keepers is the ideal cottage for a memorable stay.

Cunsey Lodge

Set just meters away from the shores of Lake Windermere, Cunsey Lodge offers luxury accommodation for up to 8 guests. With four bedrooms (each with its own en-suite) and open plan living areas on the ground floor, the house is perfectly laid out and designed for spending quality time with your loved ones.

Whilst staying on the estate all our guests are free to roam the grounds and enjoy the wonderful scenery.

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Blea Tarn

Nestled away in the hamlet of Little Langdale Blea Tarn is a picturesque location with backdrop views of the Langdale Pikes. Blea Tarn is a fantastic, inclusive, short walk for the whole family therefore making it our favourite walk.

Distance: 1.9 miles approximately

Location: Little Langdale

More information: National Trust – Sticklebarn Blea Tarn Trail

Rydal Caves

Rydal is a small village located in the middle of Ambleside and Grasmere. Rydal is also home to Rydal water and Loughrigg Fell.

Rydal Caves can be reached by taking any of the four paths up Loughrigg fell with each path giving a different view.

The entrance to the caves is a shallow pool of water with stepping stones across the water to enter the caves. The perfect opportunity for children of all ages to make a splash, be sure to don your waterproof shoes!

Distance: 3 miles approximately

Location: Rydal

More Information: https://www.walklakes.co.uk/walk_146.html

Gummers Howe

Situated at the South of Windermere, just above Fell Foot, this is a short but steep walk with a very rewarding view at the top. Perhaps we’re bias as you can see all of Graythwaite Estate from up there!

With a rough terrain this walk may not be suitable for everyone in the family but is a brilliant way to burn the energy of the younger members as it is a short challenging walk.

Located just off the A592 Gummers Howe looks over the whole of Windermere.

Distance: 1.4 miles

Location: just of the A592

More Information: https://www.walklakes.co.uk/walk_206.html

Tarn Hows

Located near the popular village of Coniston, Tarn Hows is a beautiful, easy walk for the whole family. Doing a soft loop of the tarn, the walk is perfect for the whole family as it has easy access around the whole walk. We would recommend calling in to Hawkshead for a delicious ice cream from the little ice cream shop!

Distance: 6.2 miles

Location: Coniston

More Information: https://www.walklakes.co.uk/walk_80.html

Striding Edge

A walk for the more experienced walkers, Striding Edge is a more challenging walk up Helvellyn. With a steep narrow ridge it has a reputation of being difficult and thrilling so is perfect for anyone who is looking for a challenge.

Distance: 8.7 miles

Location: Glenridding

More Information: https://www.walklakes.co.uk/walk_41.html

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Ambleside Lights Switch on

A fun filled day to keep the little ones entertained with a special Santa cruise on Lake Windermere, stalls with good quality food, crafts and souvenirs, a lantern Procession and finally, a fireworks display to end the day!

Ambleside light switch on is a fun filled day for everyone to get in the Christmas spirit.

Date: 17^th November 2018

Location: Ambleside

More Information: http://www.amblesidechristmaslights.co.uk/docs/programme-map2018.pdf

The Swan Christmas Markets and Grotto

Located just 10 minutes down the road from Graythwaite, The Swan Hotel have put together Christmas markets and Santa’s grotto. This one is perfect for entertaining the whole family with artisan stalls to wander round whilst the little ones meet Santa!

Date: 18^th November 2018

Location: The Swan Hotel

More Information: https://www.swanhotel.com/christmas/

Dickensian Festival

Attracting thousands of people each year, Ulverston Dickensian festival is not to be missed.

Celebrating the tradition of a market town in the Dickensian era, the festival is one for the whole family, it has everything from traditional stalls on the cobbled streets to the fun fair with lots of quality food and drink around the town.

Date: 24^th & 25^th November 2018

Location: Ulverston

More Information: https://www.visitlancashire.com/whats-on/ulverston-dickensian-festival-p803100

The Santa Express @ Hayes Garden World

This one is perfect for the little ones in the family.

Taking a trip to the north pole to meet Santa with lots of different activities along the way in the winter wonderland. Hayes garden world is located just 25 minutes from Graythwaite so is a perfect way to keep the children entertained.

Date: 1^st – 23^rd December 2018

Location: Hayes Garden World

More Information: https://www.hayesgardenworld.co.uk/event/santa-express-hayes-garden-world

Windermere Christmas Celebration

Why not pop over to the other side of the lake for some Christmas fun and enjoy the local Christmas markets with local food, crafts and a Santa’s grotto. This is the perfect way to relax, get in the Christmas spirit and enjoy the lake District.

Date: 8^th&9^th December 2018

Location: Windermere

More Information: http://windermerechristmas.co.uk/

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