
The Country House Lyth Valley is a grand 19th-century house in the Lake District's stunning Lyth Valley. This 4-star property offers nine en-suite bedrooms sleeping up to 16 guests, perfect for large family gatherings or celebrations. Want impressive views with your morning coffee? This accommodation delivers panoramic scenes guaranteed to impress.
Set in rolling grounds with breathtaking Lyth Valley views, this property gives you space to breathe. Just 6 miles from Bowness-on-Windermere, you're close to everything the Lakes offer. Explore charming villages or take riverside walks before returning to your countryside retreat.
The Country House Lyth Valley is a grand 19th-century house in the Lake District's stunning Lyth Valley. This 4-star property offers nine en-suite bedrooms sleeping up to 16 guests, perfect for large family gatherings or celebrations. Want impressive views with your morning coffee? This accommodation delivers panoramic scenes guaranteed to impress.
Set in rolling grounds with breathtaking Lyth Valley views, this property gives you space to breathe. Just 6 miles from Bowness-on-Windermere, you're close to everything the Lakes offer. Explore charming villages or take riverside walks before returning to your countryside retreat. And let's be honest - after a day of Lake District hiking, nothing beats sinking into the hot tub with a favourite drink.
Accommodation includes the Robin room with king-size bed plus two sofa beds and feature bath, the Owl room with twin/super-king option and seven more uniquely named bedrooms. Three dog-friendly rooms (Herdwick, Pheasant and Fox) occupy the lower ground floor. Every bedroom boasts its own stylish en-suite bathroom and Smart TV - no fighting over the remote here!
Visit Bowness-on-Windermere (6 miles, 15 minutes) for boat trips and The World of Beatrix Potter. Explore Kendal (7 miles, 18 minutes) with its castle ruins and shopping. Windermere town (7 miles, 17 minutes) offers restaurants and outdoor activities. Ambleside (12 miles, 25 minutes) provides access to hiking trails and waterfalls.
The Country House Lyth Valley truly shines for celebrations. With private parking for 10 cars, a commercial kitchen and a bar area, it's built for good times. Who doesn't want their own bar for the weekend?
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Kendal, Cumbria15°C
Light drizzle
Updated: 3 Aug 2026, 2:47am
Solway Hideaway 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 visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.
The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.
35m
(115 feet above sea level)
Solway Hideaway sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting, perfect for a relaxing hot tub getaway.
Latitude: 54.3014070° N | Longitude: 2.846833° W
Today's sun times for Kendal (Monday, 3 August 2026):
4:25am
Sunrise
7:09pm
Golden Hour
8:09pm
Sunset
This month in Kendal, you have approximately 15.75 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 Solway Hideaway.
Signal Strength
Good
Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.
Discover why our guests keep coming back to The Country House Lyth Valley
Wake up to breathtaking views across the Lyth Valley. The perfect backdrop for morning coffee or evening drinks on the patio.
All nine bedrooms have private en-suite bathrooms and Smart TVs. Ideal for large groups wanting both togetherness and privacy.
The 6-8 person hot tub is a guest favorite. Soak tired muscles while taking in the countryside views after a day of exploring.
The converted bar area with fridges and coffee machine makes hosting celebrations easy. Perfect for evening gatherings and special occasions.
Three dedicated dog-friendly bedrooms on the lower ground floor. Pets can join the holiday without compromising on luxury.
Multiple ovens, hobs and hot plates make catering for large groups simple. Cook together or hire a chef for special meals.
Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat
To reach The Country House Lyth Valley by car, take the A591 from Kendal and follow signs for the Lyth Valley. The house is located off a country road with good access and has ample private parking for up to 10 cars.
For rail travelers, Oxenholme Lake District station is the main gateway, offering connections on the West Coast Main Line. From there, take a local taxi for the final 8-mile journey to the property.
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