Orton Hall is an extensive Grade II Listed Jacobean mansion standing in 6 acres of mature parkland and woods within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Son the southern edge of Orton, which is a delightful village nestling in the folds of the surrounding fells.. Among the house's many exceptional architectural features is the Great Hall, (2nd picture) with magnificent oak-panelled walls and ceiling.
Buckingham is a delightful,one bedroom,first floor, self catering apartment for two adults (+ child or 2),which is quietly located overlooking the front garden.
It is furnished to a high standard, unlike many holiday properties this is our own and we regularly stay to ensure that it is kept to this standard.
It comprises of : a large sitting room with original ornate fireplace , bay window with westerly views over the garden, as well as 4K Digital TV , video/DVD player & CD radio. Free Wifi .
A Spacious double bedroom with a very comfortable 5ft pine bed for which linen is provided. Also a fold out single bed. Linen for the fold out bed is not provided although there are spare pillows and one single duvet available.. Marble fireplace and again good views, the folding bed can be used in the living room.
Bathroom with full size bath & electric shower. Includes towels.
Fully equipped kitchen with microwave, dishwasher, fridge-freezer and cooker as well as a radio/ cd.(a shared washing machine & tumble drier are available in the laundry room downstairs off the main hall - coin operated).
You can enjoy splendid walking from the door or take the car and discover that the splendours of the Lake District National Park are within 20 minutes' drive, as are the open fells, wooded valleys and clear streams of the Yorkshire Dales and Eden Valley. Historic Penrith, and the Georgian market town of Kendal are within 15 miles. Windermere and its lake is only 25 miles. Golf, fishing, cycling, and sailing available locally.
The extremely popular Orton Farmers Market is held every second Saturday of the month in the village.
Unfortunately we cannot accommodate dogs, although other pets are allowed.
There is no swimming pool on site at Orton Hall.
Electricity is charged separately at 20p/kwh