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Kirkstone Summit, Lake District
22 guests9 bedrooms9.5 bathrooms
Lake District
15th-century mountain-top estate for 22 with panoramic Lake Windermere and fell views
Perched at the highest point of the legendary Kirkstone Pass, Kirkstone Summit is a mountain-top landmark reimagined through a multi-million-pound architectural transformation. Once one of England’s highest historic coaching inns, this 15th-century residence has been reborn as an ultra-luxury, entertainment-led destination sleeping up to 22 guests. Pairing heritage beams and traditional panelling with cutting-edge retro flair, the estate features its own standalone casino, 1980s American diner, indoor driving simulator, outdoor pool table, and panoramic views across Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells.
24/7 Customer Support
Hosted 7,000+ trips and counting
Rated excellent
4.9
Property highlights
BBQ
Bicycle Hire
Celebration
Countryside
Dog-Friendly
Extensive Gardens
Family Friendly
Fusball Table
Games Room
Bedroom 1 (Family room): 2 interconnected rooms featuring pocket doors for flexible privacy, with each room offering 1 king bed (can be made into 4 singles) and a beautiful en-suite bathroom featuring a shower.
Bedroom 2: Double room with 1 double bed and a beautiful en-suite bathroom featuring a shower.
Bedroom 3: Double room with 1 double bed and a beautiful en-suite bathroom featuring a shower.
Bedroom 4: Double room with 1 double bed and a beautiful en-suite bathroom featuring a bath and shower with a wall mounted TV next to bath.
Bedroom 5: Double room with 1 double bed and a beautiful en-suite bathroom featuring a shower.
Bedroom 6: Double room with 1 double bed and a beautiful en-suite bathroom featuring a shower.
Bedroom 7: Double room with 1 double bed and a beautiful en-suite bathroom featuring a shower.
Bedroom 8: Quadruple room with 2 double beds. (One as you walk into the room and an additional bed on the mezzanine level) and a beautiful en-suite bathroom featuring a shower.
Bedroom 9: Double room with 1 King bed (can be made into 2 singles) and a beautiful en-suite bathroom featuring a shower.
Cots:
Cots can be added to any room (2 cots available).
Availability
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Weekends full? Midweek stays are up to 40% cheaper.
Reserve now, pay the rest later
We only require 50% upfront, with the balance due 60 days before check-in. Need time to decide? We can hold your dates for 24 hours at no cost.
The Location
Lake District
Kirkstone Summit is situated at the top of Kirkstone Pass, the highest pass in the Lake District open to motor traffic. Positioned between Ambleside and Patterdale, the setting provides 360-degree views across Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells, along with immediate access to legendary hiking routes including Red Screes, St Sunday Crag, and the Fairfield Horseshoe.
Nearby
Supermarket
Tesco Ambleside - 2 Miles
Pub/Restaurant
Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa - 4.1 miles
Town Centre
Ambleside - 2 Miles
Attraction
Lake District National Park - 5.9 miles
Train station
Windermere - 5 miles
Bus stop
Right outside property
Airport
Walney Aerodrome - 27 miles
Airport
Royal Lancaster Infirmary Helipad - 30 miles
Handpicked homes
We’re selective about what homes make the collection. Every home is vetted and chosen for its design, its setting, and whether it actually delivers when you walk through the door.
Reserve for free
We know rounding everyone up takes time. We can hold any property free for 24 hours while you check with the group. No payment, no commitment, no pressure.
Concierge service
Need a private chef for Saturday night? Help adding guests to a booking or choosing between three houses? Want the hot tub turned on? That’s what we’re here for.
