Ducklin Cottage, Hawkshead
Arrival day: Saturday | Sleeps: 5
Only a short stroll from Hawkshead's picture postcard village centre and beside a trickling stream, this luxurious Lakeland cottage/barn conversion is something really special. It's said to adjoin Wordsworth's childhood home, and now has been transformed into a stylish, sumptuous and elegant Lake District retreat boasting the same stunning views that inspired this young poet. Attractive exposed beams and vaulted ceilings adorn several of the rooms, and a warming living room stove retains the quintessential character of rural living. At the same time, you'll appreciate the contemporary comforts; a sleek modern kitchen with heated ground tiles, stylish bathroom and shower room and indulgent soft furnishings throughout.
Accommodation in detail
Park outside the cottage and cross the pretty stream to the entrance. Ground floor: Entrance hall leads to the cosy, comfy lounge with feature woodburning stove. Stunning kitchen / dining area with underfloor heated tiles and stable door to patio. Gorgeous ground floor double bedroom with vaulted ceiling and luxury en-suite bathroom with large corner bath. First floor: Delicious single bedroom and contemporary house shower room. Loft conversion: Upstairs to a fabulous loft double bedroom, with stargazing sky lights and even an office desk for those who can't leave the laptop behind.
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Location
Pretty little Hawkshead is renowned for its Lakeland magic; home of Beatrix Potter, inspiration to William Wordsworth and surrounded by landscapes you'll be dying to walk through. The village itself is a lovely community to slip into for a week or two of self-catering holiday... cobbled streets, whitewashed cottages, lovely old Lakeland pubs and a car-free village centre make for a uniquely rejuvenating atmosphere.
In the surrounds of the village, small, untouched Esthwaite Water is a must for Potter fans, being home to her 'Jeremy Fisher' character. Nearby Tarn Hows is one of the most-loved easy walks in the Lake District, and Grizedale Forest promises plenty of fun with sculpture trails and mountain bike tracks. If you're a serious walker, you'll already know the extent of breathtaking hikes to be tried - probably from your door!
Hawkshead is only 15-20 minutes from the main route through the Lakes, you won't have a stressful car journey for the duration of your self-catering holiday.
For more information why not visit ducklincottage.co.uk
