
Souterstead is a three-bedroom detached cottage in Torver, a small village just outside Coniston in the Lake District, Cumbria. It sleeps six and comes with a private hot tub overlooking the enclosed rear garden. The property has a wood-burning stove, a built-in Sonos music system and ground source heating. Off-road parking for four cars is included.
Torver sits right on the edge of some of the Lake District's best walking country. Coniston Old Man, Wetherlam and Grizedale Forest are all within easy reach. The local pub is 1. 3 miles away and a deli is in the village.
Souterstead is a three-bedroom detached cottage in Torver, a small village just outside Coniston in the Lake District, Cumbria. It sleeps six and comes with a private hot tub overlooking the enclosed rear garden. The property has a wood-burning stove, a built-in Sonos music system and ground source heating. Off-road parking for four cars is included.
Torver sits right on the edge of some of the Lake District's best walking country. Coniston Old Man, Wetherlam and Grizedale Forest are all within easy reach. The local pub is 1.3 miles away and a deli is in the village. It's a genuinely peaceful spot with big views and direct access to trails.
The accommodation includes a super-king en-suite with walk-in shower and WC, a king en-suite with walk-in shower and WC and a twin room. There's also a separate bathroom with bath and shower. The kitchen-diner has a Smart TV, wine fridge and dishwasher. A separate snug has a second Smart TV.
Brantwood (3.5 miles, 10 mins), Tarn Hows (5 miles, 12 mins), Beatrix Potter Gallery in Hawkshead (7 miles, 18 mins) and Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway (10 miles, 22 mins) are all close by.
Souterstead suits families and groups who want space, comfort and direct access to the fells. Three en-suite-style bathrooms, a hot tub, wood burner and four parking spaces make it genuinely practical. Book it.
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Coniston, Cumbria14°C
Partly cloudy
Updated: 22 Jul 2026, 2:48am
The Steads is located in one of England's darkest sky areas, making it exceptional for stargazing from the hot tub.
The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):
The Milky Way is clearly visible on clear nights. You can see the zodiacal light in spring and autumn.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
130m
(427 feet above sea level)
The Steads sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.3283054° N | Longitude: 3.1271118° W
Today's sun times for Coniston (Wednesday, 22 July 2026):
4:06am
Sunrise
7:31pm
Golden Hour
8:31pm
Sunset
This month in Coniston, you have approximately 16.43 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean extended evening activities before the hot tub beckons.
Everything you need to know before you arrive at The Steads.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to Souterstead
The private hot tub overlooks the enclosed rear garden and the surrounding countryside. Guests consistently rate it as a highlight of their stay.
The rear garden is enclosed, lawned and spacious. It's ideal for dogs to run freely and for families to use the picnic benches outdoors.
The sitting room has a wood-burning stove with fuel and a starter pack included in the rent. Guests say it kept them cosy throughout their stay.
Two en-suite shower rooms plus a separate family bathroom with bath. Guests with large families specifically called this out as a real bonus.
Owner Amanda welcomes guests personally. Guests and children have had the chance to meet her dogs and horse on the property in the evenings.
Coniston Old Man, Wetherlam and Grizedale Forest trails start virtually from the door. The local pub is just 1.3 miles away for post-walk food and drinks.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
Souterstead is located in Torver, just outside Coniston in the Lake District. Take the A593 towards Torver and follow signs into the village. The property has off-road parking for four cars on arrival.
The nearest rail station is Windermere, approximately 10 miles from the property. From there, a taxi or local bus service can take you through to Torver or Coniston village.
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Postcode: LA21 8BB
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