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Mill Cottage

Graythwaite near Hawkshead, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 914069)

4.4

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  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Swimming pool
  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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31 Customer Review(s)

  • Carrie

    “Wonderful location.”

    The cottage was both spacious and cosy. It had all the facilities that we needed and more. Extra special to stay there because my husband's Great Great Grandfather and his family were shown as living in the property on the 1911 census. He was a woodcutter and gardener on the Graythwaite estate.

    The cottage was both spacious and cosy. It had all the facilities that we needed and more. Extra special to stay there because my husband's Great Great Grandfather and his family were shown as living in the property on the 1911 census. He was a woodcutter and gardener on the Graythwaite estate.

    - Carrie, September 2023

Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting room with gas fire.
  • Gas central heating (underfloor in bathroom) with gas fire
  • Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Garden with patio, furniture and views over river towards Lake Windermere
  • Shared use of estate grounds and facilities 3 miles away inc. indoor heated swimming pool, table tennis room (please bring your own racquets and balls), children's play area, 2.5-acre trout fishing lake
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shops 4.3 miles, pubs 1.5 miles
  • Water from private supply, fed from freshwater lake
  • To avoid disappointment, we recommend booking Graythwaite Adventure X in advance
  • Graythwaite fishery is free for all guests and equipment can be hired locally, a small fee is applicable to keep your catch, rod fishing license required
  • Mobile phone signal may be limited due to the location of the property
  • Please Note: The adjoining mill is disused and should not be entered
  • Please Note: Although garden is fenced, please ensure children are supervised at all times due to proximity of river
  • Please Note: An estate tenant resides in the building next door
  • Please Note: This property is accessed via a 100 metre woodland track
  • Please Note: This property has a £100 Good Housekeeping Bond
  • The swimming pool can be booked for 45 minute private sessions, All guests can pre-book up to a maximum of 3 swimming slots ( or 2 slots for short stays 2 and 3 nights ) 7 days prior to arrival by contacting estate@graythwaite.com

The property

Mill Cottage is a stone-built, character cottage just a stone's throw away from Lake Windermere in Cumbria. It sits in a tranquil location within the beautiful 5,000-acre Graythwaite Estate, offering families and friends a well-earned break. The lounge is bright and airy, with a gas fire to warm those crisp winter evenings. The kitchen is fully fitted with modern appliances to get you through your stay. Gather around the dining table for a hearty meal and exchange stories of the day's adventures. You have two well-presented bedrooms to choose from upstairs, the king-size bedroom follows a twin, each served by the family bathroom. To the outside is a private fenced garden with a patio area and views of the river with the lake beyond. The Graythwaite Estate offers an indoor swimming pool, fitness suite, table tennis room and children's play area for you to enjoy at your own leisure. You can get lost amidst nature, exploring the lovely grounds of the estate and take full advantage of the discounts on offer at Go Ape!, Lakeland Hotel and Spa and Grizedale Forest. The rest of the stunning Lake District makes a wonderful day out, with Hawkshead nearby offering an array of amenities and the lovely towns of Ambleside and Windermere to explore. There is walking and cycling aplenty, with dramatic Lakeland scenery luring you over hills and up mountains. Choose this splendid getaway for your next family holiday.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

HAWKSHEAD

Ambleside 5.1 miles; Kendal 17.4 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.

The swimming pool can be booked for 45 minute private sessions, All guests can pre-book up to a maximum of 3 swimming slots ( or 2 slots for short stays 2 and 3 nights ) 7 days prior to arrival by contacting estate@graythwaite.com.

As well as the wide range of activities on-site, The Graythwaite Estate are pleased to offer you the following services to make your stay even more special:

*Maps and recommendations for walks around the estate and surrounding area, along with a list of things to see and do, and the pick of the best local pubs and restaurants

*The arrangement of canoeing, bushcraft, climbing, guided walks and other activities - just let the estate know and they’ll take care of it

*Milk and provisions from Town End Farm can be delivered to your doorstep during your stay

More information about these superb deals and activities can be obtained directly with the Estate once your booking is confirmed.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute