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Orrest Head House

Orrest Head House

4.9
out of 5
Ratings from 21 reviews
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.8
Comfort
4.9
Condition
4.7
Location
5.0
Value
4.8
Customer
Service
5.0

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Orrest Head is the perfect party house with it's own bar and private location. This 5 star house has direct access to the Orrest Head walk and large grounds for the kids to run wild in, yet is within a short walk of Windermere village where you'll find cafes, shops and bars galore.

We welcome up to 4 dogs at the property. There is an additional charge per dog, which can be added at check-out.

A house with a rustic charm yet with a well equipped modern facilities.

Review submitted on Wed, 08 May 2024
4.5
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely house which is well sited close to Windermere. A blend of modern and rustic facilities. Very well equipped kitchen and superb bedrooms with en suite facilities. The dining room and kitchen chairs were a little uncomfortable and cushions would have been appreciated. A large front garden well back from the busy Windermere/Kendal road. I was a little disappointed with the outdoor furniture, not very comfortable but since the weather was poor we had limited use of it.

David from Glasgow stayed at Orrest Head House for 3 nights in May 2024


Andy (owner) replied 2 days ago
Thanks for this positive review. We take onboard your comments about the outdoor furniture, There are outdoor cushions in the utility room but you may have missed them. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Terrace again soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)

Reunion at Orrest Head House

Review submitted on Mon, 06 May 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A long awaited reunion after having to cancel during Covid and our stay at Orrest Head House did not disappoint! Spacious, well furnished and well equipped rooms where we could socialise together and comfortable bedrooms to retreat to after busy days. The baths in some of the bedrooms was an added luxury for some! The house is also in a great location: there is a big supermarket close by, it is just a short walk into Windermere for shopping/eating out and there are all sorts of walks and activities on the doorstep. We can't think of anywhere better to get together with a big group of friends and will definitely be back! Superb!

Rita from stayed at Orrest Head House for 4 nights in April 2024


Andy (owner) replied 2 days ago
This is such a lovely review Rita, thank you very much. It's always nice to see you, your family and your friends. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Terrace again soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)

Great House for Large Groups

Review submitted on Thu, 02 May 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had both properties for a 40th birthday celebration from work. They obviously attract and cater to large groups such as Hen Dos and birthdays and so I was worried the house might reflect this and be worn or shabby but it was beautiful and really clean. The location was great, near enough to walk to pubs and shops but far away enough that I didn't have to shout at my young colleagues to turn the music down. We found the 2 house set up great as 5 of us older ones or ones who need a break from large groups could go back to chill out or sleep. The large house was great for the main events with a pub room and a large kitchen for kitchen disco. All our interactions with the owners made us feel welcome. Would love to go back.

Catherine from SHEFFIELD stayed at Orrest Head House for 3 nights in April 2024


Andy (owner) replied 2 days ago
Thanks for this lovely review Catherine. We love it when guests take both houses. There is space for everyone! We look forward to welcoming you back to The Terrace again soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)

Perfect stay

Review submitted on Wed, 24 Apr 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This house was absolutely perfect for our group celebrating a hen party.

There was 12 of us in the main house and there was ample room for us all. The beds were extremely comfortable. The location was perfect for walking into Windermere and a short taxi from Bowness. The house was clean and had all facilities that were needed for our weekend.

The communication from the hosts was brilliant prior to and throughout our stay.

I would definitely stay here again. Thank you for a fabulous weekend!

Justine from Workington stayed at Orrest Head House for 3 nights in April 2024


Andy (owner) replied 2 days ago
Thanks for this lovely review. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Terrace again soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)

Beautiful break for a large family

Review submitted on Tue, 16 Apr 2024
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Wow.. where to begin? The house is absolutely stunning and huge.. the pictures don’t convey quite how big it is. We had a fabulous stay for a family big birthday, age ranges from 1- 70, and there was something for everyone! The bar is a fantastic touch and made it really special. The decor is beautiful, beds are comfy and the owners really helpful with recommendations beforehand. Location is fabulous to windemere centre (4-5 min walk) and we actually walked to bowness from the house too and wasn’t bad at all! Thank you for a memorable weekend x

Gemma from Hull stayed at Orrest Head House for 2 nights in April 2024


Andy (owner) replied 2 days ago
Thanks for this lovely review. I'm so glad you had a memorable 'big' birthday. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Terrace again soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)

Perfect for our family celebration

Review submitted on Mon, 19 Feb 2024
4.8
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We combined our booking at Orrest Head House with another at one of the Terrace houses as our group for a family celebration was too large for the house. The accommodation was ideal for our group. The house has a good range of en-suite bedrooms and excellent spaces for gathering together. We mentioned a few items that were in need of repair and/or maintenance to the owners. Overall the house was just perfect for our needs and provided the perfect venue for what was a truly memorable family occasion.

James from Kenley stayed at Orrest Head House for 7 nights in February 2024


Andy (owner) replied 87 days ago
Thanks Jim, it's really appreciated when guests take the time to let us know of maintenance that needs doing. I'm glad you had a great time with your family in both Orrest Head House and White Moss. We look forward to welcoming you back to any of our properties soon. Andy and Barbara (owners)

Superb

Review submitted on Sun, 28 Jan 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
A lovely house in an area with beautiful scenery and lots to do. We had a great stay despite the poor weather. We have been coming away in January, as a group of 8, for many years and this is the best house we have stayed in!

David from KEIGHLEY stayed at Orrest Head House for 4 nights in January 2024


Andy (owner) replied 105 days ago
Wow! We're proud to be the "the best house you've ever stayed in" that's quite an accolade. Thank you so much for your lovely review. We hope to welcome you back soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)

Great holiday home

Review submitted on Sun, 07 Jan 2024
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a fantastic week at Orrest Head to welcome in the New Year. The house has a really comfortable and welcoming ambiance. The in house pub was a great hit with all of us. Lovely power showers too. Would love to return in the summer at some point.

Janet from FILEY stayed at Orrest Head House for 7 nights in December 2023


Andy (owner) replied 130 days ago
Thanks for this lovely review, we'd love to welcome you back to Orrest Head House again soon. Andy and Barbara (owners)

Christmas Family gathering

Review submitted on Mon, 01 Jan 2024
4.2
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We arrived to a magnum of bubbly & additional firedogs which were lovely gestures to enhance the enjoyment of our Christmas break, plus the Christmas lights, tree & decorations that had been put up around the house really added some festive cheer.
Customer Service - Excellent. Shortly after we had arrived, we received a visit from the owner, Andrew, to check everything was in order & answer any questions we might have had about the property. On Christmas Eve, Andrew was called out to deal with a leak which he was extremely apologetic about. He also kindly changed a dud lightbulb whilst at the property.
Location - Excellent. Situated at the top of Windermere village was fabulous & was only a short walk away from the village centre. However, driving out from the property could be rather hazardous due to the high speed of cars driving past the entrance.
Comfort - Good/Very Good. The house was lovely & warm throughout the whole time we were there. The wood-burner in the lounge was used (every day) mainly as a focal point rather than as a heat source. All the beds were reasonably comfortable with good quality bedding. The bar (we self-stocked) was a fantastic asset where we enjoyed pre-dinner drinks most nights, though the hard bay window seat & chairs would benefit from some padding. The dining table & room was a fantastic size & easily accommodated our party of 8 at meal times, though as 4 of our party were in their late 70s, they were not able to sit up to the table on the solid wooden chairs for too long & needed to take cushions to sit on to add some comfort. The lounge had plentiful, comfortable seating space for our party.
Condition - Good. For a period property, the decor throughout had been done very tastefully, though the condition of the decor did look & feel tired in many places, such as incomplete/sub-standard finish to several cracks in the ceilings and walls, around door-frames, sockets & curtain brackets, and a poorly functioning roller blind in one of the bedrooms. The sofas in the lounge are rather tired & the cushions had the habit of slipping off their bases. In addition, the fridge/freezers both had issues with damaged drawers, faulty ice machine & one of the oven dials was difficult to read as the foil indicating temperatures had peeled away, all of which is wear and tear, but for the price we had paid for the rental we think this should be addressed. Overall, these issues did not detract from the enjoyment of our holiday.
Cleanliness - Average. The majority of the house was clean & dust free. However, before we could use a good number of the pots, servicing dishes in particular, plates & bowls we had to re-clean them to remove food residue. Also, within many of the shower cubicles the grout had significantly discoloured.
Everyone did have a lovely Christmas break at Orrest Head House for Christmas and we would give the property an overall rating of Very Good.

Guest from FARINGDON stayed at Orrest Head House for 7 nights in December 2023


Andy (owner) replied 130 days ago
Thank you for your in-depth review. We will take a look at all maintenance issues raised. The cleanliness of our property is extremely important to us. We're sorry you felt the dishes had a residue on them. Our housekeeping team check every dish in between guests. The dishwasher was newly installed a week before your arrival and was freshly filled with salt and rinse aid. We look forward to welcoming you at Orrest Head House again. Andy and Barbara (owners)

Fabulous House & cottage

Review submitted on Wed, 29 Nov 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Couldn't have picked a better Place! Beautiful comfortable period property, well equipped, warm, spacious & with its own "pub"! Cute cottage annex too. Short walk to Windermere. Just perfect, we will be Back!

Georgina from BLACKPOOL stayed at Orrest Head House for 3 nights in November 2023


Andy (owner) replied 162 days ago
Thanks so much for this fabulous review. We love it when guests take both houses, they get the full experience. We look forward to welcoming you back to Orrest Head House and Cottage again soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)

Excellent stay- perfect for large groups

Review submitted on Wed, 15 Nov 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This was such a brilliant find. Great location, beautiful property and paired with the cottage next door was the perfect stay for our large group.

Julia from stayed at Orrest Head House for 2 nights in November 2023


Andy (owner) replied 182 days ago
Thanks, Jules, it is so nice to hear you and your friends had a brilliant weekend. We hope to welcome you back to Orrest Head House and Cottage again soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)

Excellent stay - highly recommend

Review submitted on Sun, 05 Nov 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We stayed here as three families. The house was absolutely perfect for us! So much space and such a well stocked house - had everything we needed! The grounds were also very beautiful. We will certainly be going back!

Lyndsey from Huddersfield stayed at Orrest Head House for 4 nights in October 2023


Andy (owner) replied 182 days ago
Thanks for this lovely review. Family gatherings are what we're all about at Orrest Head House and Cottage. We hope to welcome you again soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)

Family Ruby wedding anniversary celebration

Review submitted on Wed, 11 Oct 2023
4.7
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Treated all the family to a weekend at Orrest Head House.Perfect place for a celebration.House really does cater for all age groups with plenty of space to party or chill out. House has plenty of parking but you have to be careful exiting the property onto the busy main road. Really good points are the dining room,bedrooms,kitchen and and the bar which is a great addition.Dishwasher ready for an upgrade but that is being really picky.Great weekend would return.

Michael from EGREMONT stayed at Orrest Head House for 3 nights in October 2023


Andy (owner) replied 213 days ago
Thanks for this lovely review Mike, we do replace the appliances regularly, so I'm sure the dishwasher will be a newer model next time you arrive. We hope to welcome you back to Orrest Head House and Cottage again soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)

Perfect House in a Stunning Location

Review submitted on Wed, 27 Sep 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Wow what can i say, this house is fantastic! On arrival we were so excited and the house did not disappoint. The house was immaculate, so tastefully decorated, so many rooms to explore and also had everything we needed for our weekend stay, whether that be towels in the bedrooms or all the basics you need in the kitchen. The house and cottage are also set on beautiful grounds which are very well maintained. It was a very special weekend for a large group of us that also hired the cottage as well, the house was large enough to entertain everyone of us for eating meals and all being together, it was perfect from beginning to end, even the weather was kind to us.The customer service from the owner was superb, ringing to check on a few details and then getting in touch when we had left a very important item behind! I would definitely recommend Orrest Head House and cottage to anyone visiting the Lake district.

Dawn from stayed at Orrest Head House for 3 nights in September 2023


Andy (owner) replied 232 days ago
Dawn, thank you so much for this lovely review. It was a great pleasure to be able to host you and your family at such an important time. We look forward to welcoming you back to Orrest Head House and Cottage soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)

Great holiday

Review submitted on Sun, 20 Aug 2023
4.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
3.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a great stay. Great location. 1 minute walk to town. 2 mile to bowness, there is also buses at £2 to get there or back. Local Chippy wasn't great! But the Popeyes pizza takeaway was fantastic. Bedrooms and ensuites are good, my son loved the bath in the bedroom! Only slight down side possibly being an old house was some rooms smelt musty. I think it's probably down to some rooms not being used and carpets/ blankets and cushions maybe need a freshen up. The large outside table needs sanding and painting we couldn't use it as little mushrooms growing. But we used the other benches in the garden which were lovely in the sun. Porch needed a good power wash. It has everything you need inc washer, dryer, ironing board, hairdryer. Kitchen is very well stocked but could do with a few more flat oven trays. Non of this spoilt our holiday and so many things were well thought through would definitely book again!

Guest from BARNOLDSWICK stayed at Orrest Head House for 4 nights in August 2023


Andy (owner) replied 270 days ago
Thanks for your review Vicky. We are constantly maintaining the properties. We will take a look at the outside table and porch at the next opportunity. We hope to Welcome you back to Orrest Head House and Cottage again soon.

A Little Gem tucked away yet 5 minutes walk and everything at your fingertips

Review submitted on Fri, 11 Aug 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Orrest house was everything and more we could have wished for. Location & condition fab and the bar topped it off. Great family room for the evening, the beds were so comphy …. The kitchen is very well equipped with two large larders. We got wet and there were dryers to use … the grounds were absolutely gorgeous and we had great family time playing rounders and cricket. Didn’t want to leave …. Thank you

Julie from GRIMSBY stayed at Orrest Head House for 3 nights in August 2023


Andy (owner) replied 277 days ago
Thanks so much, Julie, it's good to know the garden is being used to make such great family memories. We hope to see you again at Orrest Head House soon, Andy (owner)

A memorable holiday

Review submitted on Sun, 06 Aug 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a wonderful experience at Orrest Head House in Windermere! The cottage's perfect blend of old-world charm and modern comforts delighted us. The hosts warmly welcomed us and offered fantastic local recommendations. We enjoyed the breathtaking views. We highly recommend this for a memorable escape!

Richard from WINCHESTER stayed at Orrest Head House for 7 nights in July 2023


Andy (owner) replied 284 days ago
Thank you so much, Richard, every review really matters to us. We hope to see you again at Orrest Head House soon.

Fab stay at this historical house

Review submitted on Sun, 30 Jul 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Wonderful stay at Orrest Head House. The house is spacious enough and well equipped for a large group, and in a perfect location for exploring the lake district. Would recommend this lovely house to anyone visiting the lake district and can't wait to go back.

Gemma from COVENTRY stayed at Orrest Head House for 4 nights in July 2023


Andy (owner) replied 288 days ago
Thanks for this lovely review Gemma. We'd be delighted to see you back at Orrest Head House again soon. Andy and Barbara (owners)

Family break in the Lakes

Review submitted on Sun, 30 Jul 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Fantastic house in Windermere. 5 en-suite bedrooms beautifully presented, Dining kitchen perfect for our family. Bar was cozy with log burner blazing - perfect! Large garden area great for games. House private & just a short stroll to town centre.

Debbie from Tighnabruaich stayed at Orrest Head House for 4 nights in July 2023


Andy (owner) replied 291 days ago
Thanks so much for this lovely review Debbie, it is really appreciated. We'd love to see you back at Orrest Head House again soon, please drop me a line if you'd like to rebook, Andy (owner)

Great property

Review submitted on Tue, 25 Jul 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Booked this house for reunion of friends, comfortably held 9. BBQ provided which we utilised, huge fridges so could store drinks. Walking distance into Windermere, use of the garden for ball games. Just a great place will be coming back

Babatunde from LEEDS stayed at Orrest Head House for 2 nights in July 2023


Andy (owner) replied 295 days ago
Thanks so much for this lovely review. We look forward to seeing you back at Orrest Head House soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)

Family Gathering

Review submitted on Wed, 05 Jul 2023
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Had a wonderful family gathering at Orrest Head House. The house was perfect for our needs very spacious and well equipped for the number of guests. The house itself has interesting features and a great bar! Location is ideal , perfect for walks, transport links , Booths and Windermere. Wouldn’t hesitate to book again.

Aileen from NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE stayed at Orrest Head House for 7 nights in June 2023


Andy Cheetham replied 316 days ago
Thank you for this lovely review Aileen, it is really appreciated. We hope to see you back at Orrest Head House and Cottage soon, Andy and Barbara (owners)