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Waverley, Coniston

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4.6
out of 5
Cumbria » Coniston
Sleeps up to 16
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 5

Waverley is a substantial semi-detached property in the heart of Coniston, Cumbria. Dating back to the mid-1800s, this Lakeland house sleeps 16 guests across eight bedrooms. Groups get six off-road parking spaces, a games room with table tennis and space to bring two dogs. The property spreads over three floors with five bathrooms.

Coniston sits at the head of Coniston Water within the Lake District National Park. The village offers shops and pubs within 0. 3 miles. Beautiful fells surround the area.

Eight bedrooms include a super-king-size, three king-size rooms, two 4ft doubles and two twin rooms. Four bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms. The first floor has a family bathroom. The second floor features a walk-in shower room.

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About Waverley

Waverley is a substantial semi-detached property in the heart of Coniston, Cumbria. Dating back to the mid-1800s, this Lakeland house sleeps 16 guests across eight bedrooms. Groups get six off-road parking spaces, a games room with table tennis and space to bring two dogs. The property spreads over three floors with five bathrooms.

Coniston sits at the head of Coniston Water within the Lake District National Park. The village offers shops and pubs within 0.3 miles. Beautiful fells surround the area.

Eight bedrooms include a super-king-size, three king-size rooms, two 4ft doubles and two twin rooms. Four bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms. The first floor has a family bathroom. The second floor features a walk-in shower room. Downstairs you'll find a kitchen-diner with a woodburning stove and electric range cooker. The sitting room has an open fire and Smart TV. The basement houses the games room.

Coniston Water lies 0.3 miles away (2 minutes). Grizedale Forest offers trails and activities 6 miles north (15 minutes). Hawkshead village sits 4 miles away (10 minutes). Windermere is 8 miles south (20 minutes).

This property works brilliantly for multi-generation gatherings. Waverley combines period features with practical facilities for larger groups.

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Waverley

Eight Spacious Bedrooms

Perfect for large family gatherings with super-king, king-size, double and twin rooms spread across three floors with excellent sleeping arrangements.

Games Room Entertainment

Basement games room with table tennis keeps everyone entertained, especially popular with children who treat it like their own den.

Prime Coniston Location

Just 0.3 miles from Coniston Water and village centre with shops and pubs all within easy walking distance for the group.

Generous Parking Space

Six off-road parking spaces accommodate multiple vehicles, essential for larger groups travelling from different locations to meet up.

Multiple Bathrooms

Five bathrooms including four en-suites mean no morning queues, with the top floor bathroom particularly loved by guests.

Dog-Friendly for Two

Welcomes two well-behaved dogs with semi-enclosed front garden and lawned area, plus direct access to lake walks nearby.

Getting To Waverley

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Waverley by car, head to Coniston village in the Lake District. The property is centrally located in the village with straightforward access. You'll find six off-road parking spaces available for your group upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Windermere, approximately 8 miles away. From there, local taxi services can transport your group to Waverley in around 20 minutes through scenic Lake District countryside.

Off-road parking for six cars
Windermere station (8 miles)
Central Coniston village location

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Coniston Water
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA21 8AN
Grizedale Forest
Distance: 6 miles
LA22 0QJ
Brantwood (Ruskin's House)
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA21 8AD
Coniston Old Man
Distance: 1 mile
LA21 8HP
Tarn Hows
Distance: 3 miles
LA22 0PP
Coniston Water Shoreline Walk
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA21 8AN
Coniston Co-op
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA21 8HH
Hawkshead Village Shops
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 0NT
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 8 miles
LA22 9BT
Coniston Launch Pier
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA21 8AN
Coniston Petrol Station
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA21 8HQ
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 8 miles
LA23 1LB
Coniston Water
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA21 8AN
Grizedale Forest
Distance: 6 miles
LA22 0QJ
Brantwood (Ruskin's House)
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA21 8AD
Coniston Old Man
Distance: 1 mile
LA21 8HP
Tarn Hows
Distance: 3 miles
LA22 0PP
Coniston Water Shoreline Walk
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA21 8AN
Coniston Co-op
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA21 8HH
Hawkshead Village Shops
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 0NT
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 8 miles
LA22 9BT
Coniston Launch Pier
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA21 8AN
Coniston Petrol Station
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA21 8HQ
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 8 miles
LA23 1LB

Is Waverley Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families
Children love the basement games room with table tennis, treating it like their own private den. A small play area sits opposite the property. Coniston Water is 0.3 miles away for paddling and stone skimming. Grizedale Forest offers adventure trails and Go Ape activities 6 miles away. The lawned garden provides outdoor space. Cot and highchair are available on request.
Groups Will Love...
The basement games room with table tennis provides brilliant entertainment for all ages. This dedicated space becomes the social hub where groups gather between walks. Kids particularly love having their own area away from adults. The table tennis table sees constant use during evenings. Combined with the open fire in the sitting room and woodburning stove in the kitchen-diner, the property offers multiple gathering spaces for your group.
Pet Friendly
Waverley welcomes two well-behaved dogs to join your group holiday. The semi-enclosed front garden and lawned area with patio gives dogs secure outdoor space. Coniston Water lies just 0.3 miles away for lakeside walks. Numerous fell walks start from the village. The property's central location means easy access to dog-friendly pubs. Dogs can explore the surrounding Lake District National Park trails with your group.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Waverley

The Black Bull Inn & Hotel

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA21 8DU

The Sun Hotel & Bar

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA21 8HQ

Bluebird Café

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA21 8AN

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Waverley

How many people does Waverley sleep and what are the bedroom arrangements?
Waverley sleeps 16 guests across eight bedrooms: one super-king-size, three king-size, two 4ft doubles and two twin rooms. Four bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms, with an additional family bathroom and shower room serving the property.
Is Waverley pet-friendly?
Yes, Waverley welcomes two well-behaved dogs. The property has a semi-enclosed front garden and lawned area with patio, plus you're just 0.3 miles from Coniston Water for lakeside walks.
What cooking facilities are available at Waverley?
The kitchen-diner features an electric range cooker with halogen hob, microwave, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, kettle and toaster. A woodburning stove adds warmth to the space where your group can gather.
How many parking spaces does Waverley have?
The property provides six off-road parking spaces. This generous allocation works well for larger groups arriving in multiple vehicles from different locations.
What entertainment facilities are available for groups?
The basement houses a games room with table tennis. The sitting room has an open fire and Smart TV, whilst the kitchen-diner features a woodburning stove for cosy group evenings.
How far is Waverley from Coniston Water?
Coniston Water is 0.3 miles away, approximately a five-minute walk. Guests love the easy access for wild swimming before breakfast or evening lakeside strolls with the group.
What shops and pubs are near Waverley?
Shops and pubs are 0.3 miles from the property in Coniston village centre. A local Co-op provides groceries and several pubs offer food and drinks within walking distance.
Does Waverley have WiFi and what other amenities are included?
Broadband WiFi is available throughout the property. Other amenities include gas central heating, washing machine, electric vehicle charging point, cot and highchair availability, plus all linen and towels.

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Waverley Reviews

We have just celebrated my husbands 50th birthday at Waverley and we have had a fantastic weekend! The house was the perfect size for our group of 4 families aged 4 to 50! Plenty of rooms for us all to socialise together! Bedrooms were spacious, plenty of en suites, beds comfy, house was clean, kitchen was well stocked, lovely garden for our bbq. Perfect location near to the lake, shop and pubs! We couldnt have asked for more! The house owner and Sykes were available if we needed anything we didnt. Thank you for an amazing holiday we will never forget! We will be booking again! Chloe
Overall everything was great. There was just an issue with the copper bath leaking, just wanted to let the owners. But, everything else was great and we really enjoyed our stay .
The house was fantastic great for our large family get away, the village was beautiful also everything we need for a great relaxing break.
Denise
We had a lovely stay at Waverley, there were 16 of us aged from 2 to 97. The house is old, but comfortable, and yes the doors are very heavy and some of the handles can be difficult to open at times, but wasnt really an issue for us. The lounge is rather small and could only seat a maximum of 9 on the chairs, so that was a little disappointing, but we managed with the more able of us by sitting on the floor, this isnt a negative as you cant do anything about the size of a room on a house so old, but maybe with a corner settee, you could create a few extra seats? I had a couple of issues when we first arrived nothing major, and Michelle owner, got everything sorted within the hour. Communication with Michelle was excellent. We all said that we would be happy to return to Waverley, if we all had another holiday together in the future.
This is the third time we have stayed at the property and so are very satisfied with it. I wouldnt criticise anything.
Patricia
We had a lovely break here last week, the accommodation was ideal for our party of 14 and 2 dogs. House was warm , comfortable and well equipped, it also had a car park. Would definitely recommend.
Eileen
This place is nothing like it shows in the pictures, its old and dowdy, with broken showers, freezers turned off, only 2 hobs can be used for 12 people as the correct pans not available, doors that are that heavy and stick, it takes 2 adults to open them, dog hairs all over furniture. Patio doors that won't open, being told by owners that other visitors had broken it so we couldn't use it, actually told us that outside the patio door was an unsafe area and not to use it. All jobs that should if been dine before we arrived.
Richard
Lovely location and facilities. Enjoyed by all.
Very responsive and helpful, thank you!
We had a wonderful time at the Waverley with all our family celebrating my husbands 60th Birthday. .The house is absolutely amazing beds are so comfy the bathroom on top floor was very popular grandkids loved the bath ....so cosy with the real fires fantastic dining room for us all ..A good time was had by all can highly recommend we would love to come back one day.
Fabulous we loved it! Location is really great, facilities are great. Took us a day or two to work out the parking but once you are used to it you can get 4 cars on the front and a transit at the back. Its literally 5 mins walk from the lake great for a wild swim before breakfast! Kids loved the table tennis in the cellar, it was like a den for them.
Great house in a wonderful location. We were 3 generations of family 7 adults, 3 children and 2 dogs celebrating an 80th birthday and this was perfect. Comfortable bedrooms, the kitchen was really well supplied for selfcatering and a nice big dining table. Seating area in kitchen could be a bit cosier we spent more time there than the proper sitting room, but thats a small niggle as the property worked so well. Great location in Consiton village and an easy walk to the lake. Nice little play area opposite too. Would definitely recommend.
Really lovely house in the heart of gorgeous Coniston and we had a fantastic weekend celebrating our sons 21st with family. There was something for everyone in the area from a potter round the village to the Coniston Round. The beds are very comfortable, bathrooms were clean. Loved the top bathroom! The kitchen was a little tired but we had everything we needed. The owners were very friendly and responsive. Thank you for a great stay.
Lovely house with every comfort and we large family group had a wonderful time. A lot of thought has gone into making this house perfect for a large group and the location is fabulous, we would definitely book again Thank you Michelle & Jonathan
Generally great house and location for a large group. It would not take much to improve the ratings making sure all bedrooms have litter bins and all bathrooms bath mats for example. The quality of bed linen and towels was very good and the beds are comfortable. However, en suites and bathrooms could receive a bit of TLC refurbishment and the bathroom on the second floor needs to be finished. The kitchen and catering provision does let the side down. If you are cooking for 14 then you need cookware of an appropriate size and quality that was lacking. You don't want pots with flaking teflon! The cooker is inefficient and really rather annoying. You also need space surfaces when catering for a large group. A table in the dining room to lay out food would be a good addition. More of everything and better quality is the order of the day. It's a 3.5 out of 5 from us.
The house was ideal for our group of 10 walkers comfy beds and pillows as well as roomy bathrobes, plenty of hot water, a very large fridge. The big sunny dining room was perfect for planning walks and lingering over dinner. The quiet location is a great starting point for many local walks as well as a boat trip across the lake to Brantwood.
Maxine
We had an amazing stay at Waverley! The house was perfectly located right by Coniston lake and town, which is arguably now my favourite place to stay in the Lake District. Nearby was a local coop for groceries, a petrol station and a handful of pubs to stop by and grab food or a pint. Waverley itself had plenty of rooms for our group, and had all the basic amenities we needed for a long weekend. The kitchen was well stocked with equipment, dishes, cutlery and even a dish washer. The house was ideal for our big group and our friends dog, who absolutely loved the space outside. It was beautifully furnished with big mirrors, had a modern feel, was cosy and I would recommend it for anyone wanting a home away from home!
Sarwat
The property is located very close to Coniston lake in a great neighbourhood. We found it very clean but kitchen was very poorly equipped. We couldnt work the induction hob because there were no compatible potspans. Had to rely on only two electric points for cooking for 15 people. The property had no bin bagskitchen rolls etc.
Elaine
Had a lovely family birthday celebration in a beautiful house in a beautiful location
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