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The Summer House

An aerial view of The Summer House, with Wray Castle and Lake Windermere in the background, Cumbria
An aerial view of The Summer House, with Wray Castle and Lake Windermere in the background, Cumbria | © National Trust/Mike Henton
The dining table in the sitting room at The Summer House, with views towards Lake Windermere and of the surrounding hills from two windows, Cumbria
A view of Lake Windermere from the garden of The Summer House, Cumbria

The Summer House

A cosy house in the old kitchen garden of Wray Castle with views of stunning scenery all around.

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The dining table in the sitting room at The Summer House, with views towards Lake Windermere and of the surrounding hills from two windows, Cumbria
A view of Lake Windermere from the garden of The Summer House, Cumbria
An aerial view of The Summer House, with Wray Castle and Lake Windermere in the background, Cumbria
The exterior of The Summer House, Cumbria
The front door of The Summer House, with its garden and views of Lake Windermere, Cumbria
The sitting room at The Summer House, with two large windows with Lake District views, sofas, dining table and a television, Cumbria
The sitting room at The Summer House, which has wood-panelled walls and ceiling, Cumbria
The kitchen at The Summer House, Cumbria
The double bedroom at The Summer House, Cumbria
The twin bedroom at The Summer House, Cumbria
The bathroom at The Summer House, with shower over bath, Cumbria
An aerial view of The Summer House, with Lake Windermere in the background, Cumbria
An aerial view of The Summer House, Cumbria
Deer antlers mounted on the gable above the front door of The Summer House, Cumbria
The garden lawn at the front of The Summer House, with views of Lake District hills beyond, Cumbria
Looking towards The Summer House, at the top of a hill, with the path to the cottage on the right, Cumbria
The gate to The Summer House, with Lake Windermere in the background, Cumbria
Part of the path, which is on an incline, to The Summer House, Cumbria
Wray Castle, Cumbria
The area around The Summer House, Cumbria
Lake Windermere and the surrounding hills, Cumbria

© National Trust/Mike Henton

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A cosy house in the old kitchen garden of Wray Castle with views of stunning scenery all around.

  • Guests

    4

    Bedrooms

    2

    Acorn rating

    3What's this?

    Number of dogs welcome

    0

    Reference

    009022

    Snuggle up in this former summer house set in the old kitchen garden of Wray Castle. Sitting just above the western shore of Lake Windermere and surrounded by lush countryside, you’ll have front row seats of the stunning scenery from the sitting room and double bedroom of this two-bedroom retreat. The house is compact but cosy and encloses you into its cabin-like, wood-panelled walls – perfect after those blustery days hiking around the Lakes.

    The stunning scenery continues in the front garden and surrounding fields, where glimpses of the mock-Gothic castle can also be seen. Head to the castle for a day out and get involved with some of the events that are held here throughout the year.

    Ambleside, Hawkshead, Grasmere and Coniston are all within a 20 minute drive from the cottage offering shops, lovely pubs and restaurants.

    • Wi-Fi, available
    • Garden, available
    • EV charging, not available
    • Fridge, available
    • Freezer, not available
    • Microwave, available
    • Open fire / wood burner, not available
    • Television, available
    • DVD, available
    • Washing machine, not available
    • Dishwasher, not available
    • Tumble dryer, not available
    • Cot & high chair, not available

    Utilities: There are no laundry facilities at the cottage, but guests can use the facilities at Low Wray Campsite during normal opening hours from Easter to the end of October.

    This cottage has an under-counter fridge without an ice box.

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Things to see and do at Wray Castle

Wray 

Parkland and castle on the west shore of Windermere.

Ambleside, Cumbria

Fully open today
Fell and lake views from Wray

Exploring the Grounds at Wray 

Wray is a true landscape masterpiece, and the parkland has changed little over the years. Take a walk in the grounds around the castle and park and discover some of the features of this great estate, still much as they were when they were built.

Trees in blossom at the edge of a lake

Family-friendly things to do at Wray 

Discover what family-friendly activities are on offer at Wray parkland and castle, from outdoor walks and lakeside views to a scenic, seasonal boat cruise across Windermere

A family pass under Wray Castle on a path during a walk in Cumbria

Wray to Blelham Tarn circular walk 

Lake District

Discover fascinating stories from the past and enjoy some great views on a circular walk from Wray to Blelham Tarn that also takes in the Windermere shoreline.

Activities
Walking
DistanceMiles: 3.5 (km: 5.6)
A stone path leading uphill with a traditional black metal parkland fence alongside it and Wray castle in the background.

Book together

An aerial view of Low Wray Campsite and Windermere, Cumbria

Low Wray Campsite 

By Windermere, England’s largest lake, surrounded by things to do and places to visit.

Lake District

Dogs welcome: 2
An aerial view of The Summer House, with Wray Castle and Lake Windermere in the background, Cumbria

The Summer House 

A cosy house in the old kitchen garden of Wray Castle with views of stunning scenery all around.

Lake District

4 guests
Dogs welcome: 0
The picturesque exterior of Trees, nr Ambleside, Lake District

Trees 

A 1930s log and stone cabin high above Lake Windermere with a sun terrace and great views.

Lake District

4 guests
Dogs welcome: 0

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An aerial view of Rose Castle Cottage with the waters of Tarn How in the background, Cumbria

Exploring the area

Lake District 

Discover the fascinating history and dramatic landscapes of the Lake District – where Beatrix Potter made her home – on foot, by bike or by boat.

Two Herdwick sheep sitting in the grass with Wastwater and the surrounding mountains in the background on a spring day

Tarn Hows and Coniston 

Majestic views and peaceful walks in beautiful countryside

near Coniston, Cumbria

Fully open today
The view from Tarn Hows, Cumbria

Sizergh 

Beautiful medieval house with rich gardens and estate

near Kendal, Cumbria

Fully open today
View of Sizergh's grey stone manor house, outbuildings, garden and surrounding estate from above. It's a sunny spring day, and the grass is green.

Historic Steam Yacht Gondola 

The unrivalled sailing experience in the Lake District

Coniston, Cumbria

Partially open today
An autumnal scene showing the jetty and Gondola steaming ready for the day ahead with autumnal colours in the hills in the background

Hill Top and Hawkshead 

Beatrix Potter's farmhouse retreat: the inspiration for her little books.

Cumbria

Fully open today
Hill Top house in spring, with a winding garden path bordered by flowering plants and greenery.

Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore 

Colourful Viewing Station with endless lake views and waterside paths

Hawkshead, Cumbria

Fully open today
View of Claife Viewing Station at Windermere West Shore, Cumbria

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