“The cottage is well equipped and the lounge and kitchen are particularly good.”
It is very well located and the parking spot behind is very useful. The Christmas decorations were appreciated.
Our only issue, considering that we rented the cottage in December, was with the heating. The lounge was lovely and cosy, but with the thermostat being in that room, the rest of the house struggled to get warm. It was particularly difficult to get the top, master bedroom warm as there was a lot of heat loss into the roof space. A note about the heater under the oven would have been useful as initially we didn't think that it was working as it didn't come on immediately.
- Mr Turland, December 2020
The property
This beautiful Victorian property, carefully renovated into comfortable apartments, is the perfect location to explore the lakes. With walks from the door, and an abundance of boutique shops, bars and plenty of local produce, a real Lake District getaway in a property equipped for families and couples. The three-storey property has plenty of space to enjoy cosy nights in while planning your following day. A large kitchen with dining table is the perfect setting for entertaining while cooking up some local Cumberland specialities. Grizedale Forest is just up a nearby lane where you will find extensive walking and cycling trails and of course- a ramble to the beautiful Tarn Hows.
Accommodation: Front door leads to a large welcoming kitchen and dining table, with a central hob and oven and plenty of work top space. Also, on the ground floor is wc and basin. Up the large appointed stair case to the first floor where you will find a neutrally decorated lounge with comfy seating, TV, Wi-Fi and freesat. Neatly presented throughout the first floor, a twin bedroom and a family bathroom with shower, wc and basin. A further stair case takes you to the far top of the property where a king bedroom and en-suite awaits you, with roll top bath, wc and basin.
Outside: Parking is provided for one car to the rear of the building, providing a perfect place to take in the Hawkshead life right in the village centre.
Summary
- Over three floors
- Two bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite roll top bath, basin and WC, 1 x twin
- Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
- Kitchen/diner
- Sitting room with electric fire.
- Gas central heating with electric fire
- Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, TV with Freeview and DVD player, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot and highchair available on request
- Off-road parking for one car
- Two well-behaved dogs welome
- Sorry, no smoking.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.
About the location
HAWKSHEAD
Ambleside 4 miles; Kendal 24 miles.
The picturesque village of Hawkshead still retains the charm and character that so endeared it to its most famous residents - William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Visitors can wander the wealth of tiny alleyways, thoroughfares, archways and courtyards between the whitewashed 17th century houses. There are many pleasant inns, teashops, guest houses and gift shops in the village, as well as the Beatrix Potter Gallery, which houses an annually changing exhibition of the famous author’s illustrations and stories. The other famous Hawkshead enthusiast, William Wordsworth, attended the Old Grammar School in 1779-87, which still stands today, and you can visit the building where the Lakeland poet developed his love of the form, and even see the desk into which he scratched his name as a small boy! Newby Bridge is ten miles away and offers attractions such as the Aquarium of the Lakes and Windermere Lake Cruises, sailing daily between Ambleside, Bowness and Lakeside. With stunning scenery and numerous attractions within easy touring distance, Hawkshead is in an ideal location at any time of the year.
This property offers the following short breaks:
