Beautiful gardens and lakeside walk set in stunning north Lakeland landscape open to visitors. Nature notes for children, Poetry Walk, lakeside paths with beautiful views, and tranquil walled bee garden welcomes all visitors
We couldn't go in the house itself as dogs not allowed in so just went around the gardens very impressed some of the gates were stiff to open we had to come back on ourselves near the end of the walk due to the cows in the field, there was no way we were going to chance it having our dog with us ,but apart from that we enjoyed ourselves. I will also add that the lovely lady who checked our tickets did forewarn us that the farmer moves his cattle around and that we might have to double back on ourselves so we were warned . The weather was lovely and warm so the experience was a pleasant one not sure if it had been raining has some of the paths were quite boggy and slippy but we had a nice time .We parked over the road from the house and the parking was the sort where you pay when you are ready to leave which is a brilliant way has we knew if we were clock watching it would spoil our visit
Very interesting house to visit, every room has its own information sheet. Fun for all finding the owls in every room! A very wet day so we didn't get a chance to explore the gardens. A rather long walk from the car park the only down side.
Had a really enjoyable afternoon here in the gardens and by the lakeside. Older kids (ages 10 and 14) really enjoyed the Forest Hazard Course in the adventure play and we all had a go at the Steeplechase. We appreciated the tranquility of the bee garden and generally just exploring as we headed towards the lake.
Brilliant. The gardens had plenty to keep the kids (12 & 10) occupied. They loved the aerial slide over the stream. House is gorgeous
Was a nice walk, we visited on a Saturday but didn't realise the house isn't open everyday. The parking next to the main entrance and the cafe is not included in ticket price as its part of the forestry, the cafe staff not that helpful however the lady at the start of Mirehouse itself explained the whole route and was very friendly .
A warm welcome by members of the family on a very rainy day. A delightful, interesting house with added benefit of a live pianist on the day we visited. Pretty gardens and lakeside walk, well worth the visit. Combine with a walk around the waterfall in Dodds Wood and tea and cake after. A great day even if the weather is not kind.
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Good for kids
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We couldn't go in the house itself as dogs not allowed in so just went around the gardens very impressed some of the gates were stiff to open we had to come back on ourselves near the end of the walk due to the cows in the field, there was no way we were going to chance it having our dog with us ,but apart from that we enjoyed ourselves. I will also add that the lovely lady who checked our tickets did forewarn us that the farmer moves his cattle around and that we might have to double back on ourselves so we were warned . The weather was lovely and warm so the experience was a pleasant one not sure if it had been raining has some of the paths were quite boggy and slippy but we had a nice time .We parked over the road from the house and the parking was the sort where you pay when you are ready to leave which is a brilliant way has we knew if we were clock watching it would spoil our visit
Very interesting house to visit, every room has its own information sheet. Fun for all finding the owls in every room! A very wet day so we didn't get a chance to explore the gardens. A rather long walk from the car park the only down side.
Had a really enjoyable afternoon here in the gardens and by the lakeside. Older kids (ages 10 and 14) really enjoyed the Forest Hazard Course in the adventure play and we all had a go at the Steeplechase. We appreciated the tranquility of the bee garden and generally just exploring as we headed towards the lake.
Brilliant. The gardens had plenty to keep the kids (12 & 10) occupied. They loved the aerial slide over the stream. House is gorgeous
Was a nice walk, we visited on a Saturday but didn't realise the house isn't open everyday. The parking next to the main entrance and the cafe is not included in ticket price as its part of the forestry, the cafe staff not that helpful however the lady at the start of Mirehouse itself explained the whole route and was very friendly .
A warm welcome by members of the family on a very rainy day. A delightful, interesting house with added benefit of a live pianist on the day we visited. Pretty gardens and lakeside walk, well worth the visit. Combine with a walk around the waterfall in Dodds Wood and tea and cake after. A great day even if the weather is not kind.
