
Thorney How is a substantial stone-fronted holiday home sleeping 16 guests on the outskirts of Grasmere in the Lake District National Park. This former youth hostel was completely refurbished in 2021. Eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms make this perfect for multi-family gatherings. The property features wooden beams, fireplaces and a commercial-standard kitchen. Off-road parking for seven cars means everyone arrives without hassle.
The location is outstanding. Grasmere sits just 0. 8 miles away. Fells rise directly behind the property. Woodland walks start from the large garden.
Accommodation spreads across two floors. Ground floor offers one superking zip/link, one king and one double bedroom, all ensuite with walk-in showers.
Thorney How is a substantial stone-fronted holiday home sleeping 16 guests on the outskirts of Grasmere in the Lake District National Park. This former youth hostel was completely refurbished in 2021. Eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms make this perfect for multi-family gatherings. The property features wooden beams, fireplaces and a commercial-standard kitchen. Off-road parking for seven cars means everyone arrives without hassle.
The location is outstanding. Grasmere sits just 0.8 miles away. Fells rise directly behind the property. Woodland walks start from the large garden.
Accommodation spreads across two floors. Ground floor offers one superking zip/link, one king and one double bedroom, all ensuite with walk-in showers. First floor has four superking zip/link rooms, all ensuite, plus two twin rooms sharing facilities. The enormous drying room handles wet gear from 16 people. Living space includes open-plan dining for 16, two lounges with woodburning stoves and Smart TVs, plus a separate snug.
Wordsworth Grasmere sits 0.8 miles away (3 minutes). Allan Bank National Trust property is 1.2 miles (4 minutes). Ambleside offers shops and restaurants 5 miles away (12 minutes). Windermere Lake Cruises operates 9 miles away (20 minutes).
Thorney How delivers exceptional space for large groups. Those comfortable ensuite bedrooms and that professional kitchen make catering easy. Walkers step straight onto the fells. Families spread out without feeling cramped.
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Seven of eight bedrooms feature private ensuites with walk-in showers, providing comfort and privacy for larger family groups.
Commercial appliances, large pans and ample crockery make catering for 16 guests straightforward and stress-free throughout your stay.
Walking boots and wet clothes dry overnight in this generous facility, essential for Lake District adventures in any weather.
Walk into Grasmere village in 15 minutes or step directly onto fell walks from the garden without needing cars.
Two lounges plus snug mean groups can split up comfortably, whilst bedrooms sit away from social areas for peaceful sleep.
Off-road spaces for seven vehicles remove parking stress when multiple families arrive for your Lake District gathering.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
Thorney How is located on the outskirts of Grasmere in the Lake District National Park. From the M6, exit at Junction 36 and follow the A591 towards Windermere and Ambleside, continuing to Grasmere. The property offers off-road parking for seven cars.
The nearest railway station is Windermere, approximately 9 miles from Thorney How. Regular bus services operate between Windermere station and Grasmere, or taxis are readily available for the 20-minute journey.
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