Large group and family holiday house in Kendal

Spacious group accommodation in Kendal

Olrig Bank is a spacious Victorian holiday house for families and groups staying in Kendal. Sleeping eight adults across four bedrooms, it provides generous communal rooms where everyone can eat, relax and spend time together.

The house is well suited to extended-family holidays, groups of friends, wedding guests, reunions and visitors attending events in Kendal. Its lounge, dining room and well-equipped kitchen make it practical for a shared self-catering stay without everyone feeling crowded.

Walk into Kendal and explore the Lake District

Olrig Bank is within walking distance of Kendal town centre, including its shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs. Guests can leave their cars at the property and explore Kendal, the River Kent and Kendal Castle on foot.

Windermere and the wider Lake District are within easy reach, making Olrig Bank a convenient base for days in the Lakes while retaining the facilities and transport connections of Kendal.

Large garden and off-road parking

Guests have access to Olrig Bank’s large garden, providing outdoor space for relaxing and for children to play. Off-road parking is available at the property, which is particularly useful for families and groups arriving in more than one vehicle.

The driveway requires some care with larger vehicles. Olrig Bank provides arrival and parking guidance before each stay.

Designed for families and groups

Olrig Bank includes four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a lounge, dining room and self-catering kitchen. Books, games and children’s toys help families settle in, while the generous communal rooms give larger groups space to spend time together.

Bedroom arrangements can vary, so guests should tell Jenna about their group when requesting a stay. Olrig Bank can confirm the most suitable arrangement before booking.

Extra children can sometimes be accommodated using the sofa bed, cots or blow-up beds brought by guests. Please include the number and ages of children when enquiring so that Jenna can confirm a suitable arrangement.

Frequently asked questions

How many guests can stay at Olrig Bank?

Olrig Bank sleeps eight adults across four bedrooms. Need more accommodation? Olrig Bank++ (max 12 guests) sleeps twelve adults across six bedrooms and offers a third bathroom and separate WC. Extra children can sometimes be accommodated using the sofa bed, cots or blow-up beds brought by guests. Guests should make a bespoke request to Olrig Bank to confirm the arrangement for their group.

Can guests walk into Kendal town centre?

Yes. Kendal’s shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs are within easy walking distance of Olrig Bank.

Is parking available?

Yes. Olrig Bank has off-road parking and provides guidance for arranging several vehicles because the driveway can be tight for larger cars.

Is the house suitable for families?

Yes. The generous communal rooms, large garden, books, games and toys make it particularly suitable for family and multi-generational stays.

Is Olrig Bank a good base for the Lake District?

Yes. Kendal provides convenient access to Windermere and the South Lakes while giving guests shops, restaurants and transport connections close to the house.