The space

Boston House is made for a hen weekend where everyone can stay together, spread out, and still feel properly spoilt. Set in Windermere in the Lake District, this former four-star guest house brings together the comfort of a boutique stay with the privacy and freedom of having the whole house to yourselves. With space for up to 15 guests across seven bedrooms, it works beautifully for a bride tribe that wants a stylish base for a big celebration without compromising on bathrooms, seating or social space.

The house has a grown-up, celebratory feel from the moment you arrive. Think relaxed mornings over coffee in the kitchen, long dinners around a proper dining table, hot tub sessions in the courtyard, and film nights in your own private cinema room. It is a great choice for hens who want more than just somewhere to sleep: this is a house designed for gathering, hosting and making the weekend feel special from start to finish.

Inside the house

There are seven bedrooms sleeping up to 15 guests, with white cotton bedding, TVs and thoughtful touches in each room. Five bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms, while the remaining two have their own separate private bathroom facilities, which is a huge plus for a hen group getting ready together. For a little extra character, there is even a four-poster bed and a half-tester bed, adding a romantic, heritage feel to the accommodation.

The kitchen is one of the standout spaces for a group weekend. With solid oak units, Lakeland slate worktops, a seven-ring burner, twin fan oven range cooker, 46-bottle wine cooler and central island with eight stools, it is the kind of kitchen where people naturally gather. Add the Marshall Bluetooth speaker and you have an easy spot for welcome drinks, grazing boards, playlist prep and late-night chats after dinner.

The lounge is warm and comfortable, with large L-shaped leather Chesterfield sofas, a Smart TV, DVD player and living flame gas fire. It is ideal for a slower start after a night out, bride-to-be games, or a cosy evening in. For something a little different, head through to the private 14-seat cinema room for a film screening, hen party quiz, awards night or popcorn-and-pyjamas session.

There is also a generous dining room with a large table, giving the whole group a proper setting for a special meal. Whether you arrange a private chef, cook together, or set up a celebratory dinner with decorations and fizz, it gives the weekend a real occasion feel.

Hen weekend highlights

The outdoor space is a major bonus for hen groups. The rear courtyard is walled, sheltered and looks out towards Orrest Head, the famous viewpoint where Alfred Wainwright first fell in love with the Lake District. It is a lovely setting for relaxed afternoons, group photos, and pre-dinner drinks when the weather is on your side.

The seven-seat hot tub sits on a raised patio area, making it a natural hub for the weekend. It is just right for rotating groups in and out with a glass of something chilled, easing into the day after a big night, or giving the bride a chilled-out moment between activities. The garden also has a large teak table and chairs for alfresco dining, plus a BBQ for a low-effort feast at the house.

Inside, the private cinema room gives you a brilliant wet-weather option, which is always useful in the Lakes. Plan a favourite film night, screen old photos and videos of the bride, or use the room for games and speeches before heading into Windermere. Combined with the sociable kitchen, spacious lounge and proper dining room, Boston House gives you plenty of different areas so the weekend can flow naturally without everyone feeling squeezed into one room.

Location & getting around

Boston House is in Windermere, one of the Lake District’s best-loved locations, so your group has easy access to classic Cumbria scenery as well as places to eat, drink and explore. Windermere and nearby Bowness-on-Windermere offer pubs, restaurants, cafés, cocktail spots, lake cruises and waterside walks, making it easy to shape the weekend around your group’s energy levels.

For active hens, the surrounding Lake District landscape offers walking routes, viewpoints, paddleboarding, boat trips and outdoor activities. Orrest Head is close by and is a lovely option for a scenic group walk with rewarding views, especially if you want a wholesome morning before afternoon drinks or hot tub time back at the house.

If your plans are more food-and-fizz focused, staying in Windermere means you can mix relaxed time at the property with meals out and drinks in town. The house gives you the flexibility to enjoy the buzz of the area, then return to your own private space for music, movies, BBQs and late-night catch-ups.

Enquire today

If you are planning a hen weekend in Cumbria and want a house with space, character and standout group facilities, Boston House is a brilliant option to consider. Send an enquiry with your preferred dates, group size and any plans you have in mind, and the host can help confirm availability and details for your stay.