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Overview
The house is one of the finest examples of a 'statesman' (wealthy yeoman) farmer's house in Cumbria, built in 1650 for George Browne, whose descendants lived here until 1943. Inside is the original home-made carved furniture, with domestic utensils, letters and papers of the farm and a unique library spanning four centuries which was used by the Browne family. Photo credit: National Trust Images/Matthew Antrobus
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open 18 Mar-29 Oct, Wed-Sun 1-5. Entry by guided tour only at 11 & 12 (places limited). Open BH Mons. May close early due to poor light
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Children
- Suitable for children of all ages
About the area
Cumbria's rugged yet beautiful landscape is best known for the Lake District National Park that sits within its boundaries. It’s famous for Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, and Derwent Water, ‘Queen of the English Lakes', but other lesser-known areas in the south, such as the Lune Valley and the coastal towns, are secret gems of wide cobbled streets and rolling hills.
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Troutbeck Cottage
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Troutbeck Cottage
Located at Troutbeck Bridge, in the heart of the Lake District, Troutbeck Cottage is a traditional stone-built cottage dating from the mid 19th century. Close to Windermere on the main ...
The Stables
Enjoying one of the very best views in the Lakes, this characterful 2 bedroom cottage is both warm and welcoming. Ideal for those looking to explore the wider Lake District or those sim...
The Stables
Enjoying one of the very best views in the Lakes, this characterful 2 bedroom cottage is both warm and welcoming. Ideal for those looking to explore the wider Lake District or those sim...
Langdale Chase
Langdale Chase enjoys one of the Lake District’s most memorable settings, standing in mature grounds that sweep down to the shores of Windermere. This restored Victorian lakeside house ...
Cragwood Country House Hotel
A typical Lakeland country house, Cragwood is a very attractive property set in 20 acres of woodland and landscaped gardens that lead down to the shores of Lake Windermere. The views ar...
The Samling
A storied 18th-century house set on 67 acres of grounds which enjoys an elevated position overlooking Windermere, and arguably captures the finest view from a restaurant in the whole of...
