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2 bedroom accommodation in near Hawkshead
Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Windermere
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Explore the area
near Hawkshead
- Place, Lake Windermere14 min walk
- Place, Hill Top Farm16 min walk
- Place, Windermere Ferry1 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bedroom
1 Single Bunk Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
2 bedroom accommodation in near Hawkshead
Chosen by The Guardian Newspaper as a great place to experience Christmas, Letterbox Cottage is the perfect year round location. This delightful country Lakeland cottage is ideally placed for an enjoyable holiday.. 3 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 43" Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Electric central heating (underfloor in kitchen/dining room), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair.. Small patio with bench. Private parking for 2 cars. Visit England 4 Star. .. Set in the absolute heart of Beatrix Potter country, this delightful traditional Lakeland cottage is perfectly placed for an enjoyable holiday. Leave the car behind and enjoy walks and bike rides in stunning countryside direct from the door! The cottage is less than 3 miles to Hawkshead and 1 mile to Lake Windermere and the ferry, where you can enjoy stunning walks, mountain bike trails and enjoy a ferry cruise.
Letterbox Cottage is furnished with a cosy country charm, and includes a traditional wood burner, wooden beams, and impressive views across the surrounding countryside. The cosy living room with wood burner is upstairs but can be accessed at ground level. Use of the wood burner is optional as the central heating is the main source of heat. There is a popular, award-winning pub just a 2-minute walk away, serving lunch and evening meals as well as a variety of local ales. Alternatively, walk through the characterful village and across the picturesque fields to a traditional pub at Near Sawrey, once owned by Beatrix Potter herself. In addition, just 2¾ miles away at Hawkshead there is a variety of popular pubs, eateries, and a good selection of shops. Shop 2¾ miles, pub, and restaurant 120 yards.
Free WiFi
Please bring logs, kindling, newspapers and matches should you feel you may wish to use the stove.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Ground Floor:
Living room: 43" Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Electric central heating (underfloor in kitchen/dining room), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair.. Small patio with bench. Private parking for 2 cars. Visit England 4 Star. .. Set in the absolute heart of Beatrix Potter country, this delightful traditional Lakeland cottage is perfectly placed for an enjoyable holiday. Leave the car behind and enjoy walks and bike rides in stunning countryside direct from the door! The cottage is less than 3 miles to Hawkshead and 1 mile to Lake Windermere and the ferry, where you can enjoy stunning walks, mountain bike trails and enjoy a ferry cruise.
Letterbox Cottage is furnished with a cosy country charm, and includes a traditional wood burner, wooden beams, and impressive views across the surrounding countryside. The cosy living room with wood burner is upstairs but can be accessed at ground level. Use of the wood burner is optional as the central heating is the main source of heat. There is a popular, award-winning pub just a 2-minute walk away, serving lunch and evening meals as well as a variety of local ales. Alternatively, walk through the characterful village and across the picturesque fields to a traditional pub at Near Sawrey, once owned by Beatrix Potter herself. In addition, just 2¾ miles away at Hawkshead there is a variety of popular pubs, eateries, and a good selection of shops. Shop 2¾ miles, pub, and restaurant 120 yards.
Free WiFi
Please bring logs, kindling, newspapers and matches should you feel you may wish to use the stove.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Ambleside
Located in Ambleside, this cottage is in a rural area. Windermere Ferry and Raw War Paintball are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Holehird Gardens and Go Ape Grizedale. Treetop Trek and Lakes Aqaurium are also worth visiting.
near Hawkshead
What's nearby
- Lake Windermere - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Hill Top Farm - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Windermere Ferry - 1 min drive - 2.0 km
- World of Beatrix Potter - 10 min drive - 4.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lake View Garden - 9 min drive
- Driftwood - 10 min drive
- The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - 9 min drive
- Quayside Sports Bar - 10 min drive
- The Lake View - Bowness - 10 min drive
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