Hawkshead 4.4 miles. An exceptional, detached holiday property set in an elevated position, just half a mile from Lake Windermere, within the 5000-acre Graythwaite Estate. Boasting delightful views towards the water, and four bedrooms, each equipped with their own excellent en-suites, this wonderful Windermere cottage provides the perfect, luxury base for a very special holiday spent with family or friends. The contemporary kitchen is equipped to an excellent standard to ensure your party is well catered for, with a breakfast bar ideal for grabbing a quick bite before heading out for the day, and a spacious dining area where everyone can gather together to discuss plans. The sitting room offers a large, open space, charmingly decorated with a tasteful country theme that blends well with the beautiful scenery surrounding this special cottage, benefiting from the warmth of a roaring woodburning stove for frosty evenings. Outside there is a private patio garden, edged by woodland, providing the perfect place for barbecues on sunny days, with serene views stretching across the lake, while the wood-fired hot tub is perfect for relaxing. With four lovely bedrooms to choose from, all equipped with en-suite bathrooms, each guest will find themselves an elegant sleeping spot, with the bedrooms comprising two king-size rooms and two twin rooms. Guests can roam the scenic estate grounds and enjoy the benefits of on-site fishing on the 2.5-acre trout fishing lake, a perfect way to relax during a peaceful afternoon. Inspiring walks can begin in every direction, whether ambling along the shoreline of Windermere, heading into the Grizedale Forest for woodland walks, or embarking on a journey up one of the Lake District’s many peaks or fells. Graythwaite Adventure offer guests an easy way to enjoy some exciting activities, with 4x4 off-road driving, axe throwing, bushcraft and plenty of watersports including paddle-boarding, there’s something for everyone! Grizedale Forest also has exceptional mountain biking facilities with bike hire available here, or simply wander the walkways dotted with impressive sculptures. A fine array of impressive country houses can be discovered nearby, with family-friendly attractions giving your little ones a chance to meet Peter Rabbit and his friends at Beatrix Potter's Hilltop home. Return to this luxury cottage after an evening's stroll beside the lakeshore, a wonderful choice for a memorable holiday.
Over two floors. Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 twin with en-suite shower, basin and WC. Cloakroom with basin and WC. Kitchen/diner. Utility. Sitting room with woodburning stove
Hawkshead is a historic village filled with culture among whitewashed 17th century houses, pleasant inns, a local store, tea shops, guest houses and gift shops, as well as famous attractions at the Beatrix Potter Gallery, the Old Grammar School of William Wordsworth. Other nearby destinations include Newby Bridge, the Aquarium of the Lakes, Windermere Lake Cruises, Ambleside, Bowness and Lakeside, making Hawkshead a perfect lakeside location.
