Exterior of Allan Bank and grounds in Grasmere in the autumn — Allan Bank sits nestled on the hillside above Grasmere | © National Trust Images / Stewart Smith

Houses and buildings in the Lake District

The Lake District is home to some iconic landscapes, but did you know it's home to some internationally significant buildings too? From Beatrix Potter's peaceful cottage retreat to Wordsworth's home overlooking Grasmere, you can plan your next house visit here.

Looking up into the tower, past the first floor landing, from the Entrance Hall at Wray Castle, Cumbria. The castle was built in 1840 in Gothic Revival style, designed by John Jackson Lightfoot and completed by HP Horner.

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Wray

Discover Wray's church-like interiors and visit the photography exhibition.

Father holding a toddler, with a small boy standing next to him. They are looking upwards at the elaborate wooden carvings in the house at Sizergh.

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Sizergh

Find out what to see in the House at Sizergh, including the Strickland family’s large collection of items spanning 26 generations and the renowned Elizabethan Inlaid Chamber.

Two people walking on a footpath with a dog

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Allan Bank

With rugged 19th century woodland grounds, formal lawns, an art gallery and surrounding countryside and lakes to explore, there’s plenty to see and do at Allan Bank and Grasmere.

Woman looking at carved wooden furniture whilst holding a candle

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Townend

Townend is full of fascinating stories. Step back in time to the 17th century and learn more about the Browne family and their lives.

Some of our houses have now closed for the winter but will reopen from February 2025, so if you're planning to visit the Lakes next year, we'd love to welcome you.

Visitor in the Treasure room at Hill Top, Near Sawrey, Lake District, Cumbria

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Hill Top

See Beatrix Potter’s house as she wanted you to see it. It’s filled with her belongings and you can match up illustrations from her books with scenes there today.

Two women smile as they take a selfie while dressed in period clothing in Wordsworth House

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Wordsworth House & Garden

Explore Wordsworth House and Garden, the Georgian townhouse which was the birthplace and childhood home of romantic poet William Wordsworth and his sister Dorothy.