Orrest Head House in Windermere now has six bedrooms, all en-suite, since The Loft opened in May 2026. The new room has a king-size bed, a freestanding bath and a separate shower, and the house sleeps 14, or 20 with Orrest Head Cottage.
We sat on a secret at Orrest Head House for a while.
Now it’s out.
In May 2026, we opened The Loft — a brand new sixth bedroom at Orrest Head House. And it’s a proper one.
We made a short film so you can see it for yourself. Press play. Take a look around. We think you’ll like it.
Here’s what you’re looking at.
King-size bed. Freestanding bath. Separate shower. Its own en-suite.
Every bedroom at Orrest Head House has always had its own bathroom. The Loft raises that bar.
This is the kind of room someone books specifically. The kind where you argue over who gets it. We’d suggest settling it with a coin toss — or just booking early.
Why now?
Orrest Head House has always punched hard. A Grade II listed building dating back to 1672. Your own private bar — Josiah Brown’s. Two bedrooms with in-room baths overlooking the gardens. Grounds big enough to get properly lost in.
But we always wanted a sixth bedroom that earned its place. One that felt like a destination in itself. Not just another room.
The Loft is that room.
What this means for your group.
Orrest Head House now sleeps up to 14 guests across six individually styled bedrooms. Every single one with its own en-suite. No sharing. No queues. No arguments about the bathroom.
And if you need more room still, Orrest Head Cottage sits in the same grounds and the two properties can be booked together. That’s up to 20 guests in one private setting — with a footpath to one of the Lake District’s finest short walks right at the gate.
One more thing.
The Orrest Head walk. It starts at our gate. Wainwright loved it. We love it. Guests who’ve done it always come back saying the same thing — the views from the top are something else.
So here’s the picture. Fourteen of you. A private bar downstairs. Six stunning bedrooms. The Lake District on your doorstep. And The Loft waiting at the top of the stairs.
Come and see it for yourselves.
The Loft is open now.
👉 Book Orrest Head House or call us on 0330 088 4086. We’d love to hear from you.
Andy and Barbara (owners)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Loft at Orrest Head House? The Loft is the sixth bedroom at Orrest Head House, which opened in May 2026. It has a king-size bed, a freestanding bath, a separate shower and its own en-suite. There’s a TV too.
How many people does Orrest Head House sleep? Orrest Head House sleeps up to 14 guests across six bedrooms, and every bedroom has its own en-suite.
What are the bedrooms like at Orrest Head House? Bedroom 1 has a super-king sleigh bed and an en-suite with a Victorian bath and separate shower. Bedrooms 2 and 3 are kings, each with a bath in the bedroom overlooking the gardens. Bedrooms 4 and 5 are triples. Just tell us how you’d like the beds set up and we’ll make them up for you. The Loft is a king with a freestanding bath and separate shower.
Which bedrooms have a bath? Four of the six. The Loft and Bedroom 1 have baths in their en-suites. Bedrooms 2 and 3 each have a bath in the bedroom itself.
Can we book The Loft on its own? No. Orrest Head House is booked as a whole house, and your group decides who sleeps where. Coin toss recommended.
Can Orrest Head House take more than 14 guests? Yes. Orrest Head Cottage sits in the same grounds and can be booked alongside the house, sleeping up to 20 guests in total.
What’s the bedding like? Duvets and pillows are duck and goose feather. If anyone needs non-allergenic bedding, just let us know at least seven days before you arrive.
Is Orrest Head House near a good walk? Yes. The Orrest Head walk, one of Alfred Wainwright’s favourite short walks in the Lake District, starts directly from the property gate. No roads to cross.
How do I book Orrest Head House? Book direct on our website or call us on 0330 088 4086. A 25% non-refundable deposit is paid when you book, and the balance is due eight weeks before you arrive.
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