Briar

About this property

Hawkshead 5.8 miles. This charming, terraced cottage is located within the central courtyard of the Graythwaite Estate, near the Lake District village of Hawkshead. Enjoying beautiful woodland views, this cottage makes an ideal choice for a relaxing break with the family. The lounge offers a warm, country-cottage feel, with ruby red sofas and an open fire to warm your feet on a cold winter's night, whilst the kitchen has its own breakfast bar and a dining area set for four where you can rustle up a delicious meal for the whole family to enjoy together, catching up on the day's events. Three bedrooms rest upstairs, stylishly presented in bright, uplifting colour schemes, there is a double, followed by two singles, each served by a lovely shower room. You can access your very own private patio from the kitchen and sit with a well-earned glass of wine amidst idyllic surroundings, or dine alfresco-style on a warm summer's evening, with the aroma of barbecued chicken drifting across the garden. Briar offers a superb position, close to the estate's on-site facilities, including a heated indoor swimming pool and children's play area, while scenic woodland walks can be enjoyed from the doorstep. The nearby village retains bundles of character, together with quaint tea rooms, gift shops and traditional pubs to try. Hawkshead is famous for its links to Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth, who’s Old Grammar School can still be visited today, where you can see his name etched into his desk. Other attractions worth seeing are; Bowness Bay on Windermere lake, The World of Beatrix Potter, Kendal castle and Levens Hall. There is a plethora of walking trails and cycling routes not to be missed, especially the ones at Grizedale Forest! With plenty to see and do in the surrounding area, choose this getaway for your next holiday in Cumbria.

Hawkshead is a small village steeped in history with links to William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter and boasting a selection of teashops, stores, pubs, gift shops, a gallery, exhibition centre, and so much more! Nearby is the hamlet of Newby Bridge and popular attractions at Aquarium of the Lakes, Windermere Lake Cruises, Ambleside, Bowness and Lakeside. Hawkshead offers so much wonder to visitors of all ages.

Accommodation

Over two floors.

Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 2 x single.

Shower room with shower, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with woodburning stove.

External shared utility.

Electric central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.

TV with Freeview, DVD player, WiFi, public phone in courtyard.

Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.

Logs can be purchased at the farm shop.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair available.

Offroad parking for 10 cars.

Private patio with furniture and barbecue.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shops 0.1 miles, pubs 3.5 miles.

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.

Note: Limited mobile reception.

Note: Kindling available £4/bag, coal available £8/bag.

Note: The table tennis room is available, but please bring your own racquets and balls.

Note: License required for fishing, equipment can be hired locally, fishing FOC unless catch is made, then small fee applicable.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