Grasmere

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine

Reviews

4 Customer Review(s)

Mr Hoggard
October 2020

“The bath needed resealing as the sealant was coming away in several places.”

The shower door didn't have a seal fitted which resulted in a wet floor after every shower. Would be beneficial to have a small vanity unit in the bathroom, as we didn't find the single glass shelf sufficient. Paddock wasn't fully enclosed as advertised as there wasn't a gate at the entrance or at the bottom of the field. Location was very good for the activities that we wanted to do. Area was very quiet and peaceful.

- Mr Hoggard, October 2020
Mr Carter September 2020

“Had good wheelchair access”

- Mr Carter, September 2020
Mr Matthews August 2020

“Nice clean pleasant place to stay, already booked for next year.”

( next year please can you try to get us better weather ) Haha.

- Mr Matthews, August 2020
Katherine V October 2016

“Superb location”

Fantastic location with access to the beautiful Esthwaite water and its wildlife. Accommodation is basic. Bedrooms are good size but living area/kitchen is limited. Night storage heaters are effective, keeping the rooms warm. Dogs are allowed which was great for us but it did feel as though the carpets/rugs needed cleaning/replacing as a result. Overall happy but would be much improved with a bit of a facelift.

- Katherine V, October 2016
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Esthwaite Farm Cottages

A beautiful collection of eleven stone properties, located close to Esthwaite Water, in the idyllic village of Near Sawrey, Lake District National Park. From the moment you approach these delightful cottages, along picturesque narrow lanes, lined by swooping trees and quaint stone walls, you cannot fail to fall in love with this wonderful setting. It is the ideal choice for a break away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Set in a charming courtyard, these eleven homely properties provide welcoming accommodation, many featuring a warming woodburning stove. There is a mix of one- and two-bedroom properties, over one or two stories. With some having open-plan living areas and all with comfy bedrooms, fit for a great night’s sleep in this quiet and tranquil part of the world. The large lawned area allows children and pets to play safety whilst you relax and gaze across the valley. Take a walk to the forested hillsides or maybe take the private path down to the water’s edge. This is truly an unrivalled location for exploring all that the Lake District has to offer. Whatever your motivation for taking a break, there’s something for everyone nearby. Walkers and cyclists can get their kicks at nearby Grizedale Forest. Lake Windermere and Coniston Water offer opportunities for river cruises or water sports. Take a drive through the charming surrounding villages, including beautiful Hawkshead, and explore the boutique shops in Ambleside or Bowness. Further afield, the towns of Keswick and Ulverston are well worth a visit, and kids will love a trip on the Haverthwaite Steam Train, just a few miles away. These characteristic cottages offer the opportunity for a memorable stay that you will want to repeat again and again.

The property

Grasmere is a stone courtyard cottage located in Sawrey, Cumbria. It is set within the grounds of a private estate, consisting of ten other properties. Internally, the light sitting room lets the sun flood in but when the evening chill descends, you can cosy up in front of the excellent, easy to use and warming, woodburning stove. Relax among the soft couch cushions and enjoy the benefits of the large TV. Appliances of the highest order are on-hand to help you cook up a storm for your loved ones in the cosy little kitchen. Following on from a busy day exploring, there's nothing more pleasant than experiencing a comfortable night's sleep in the spacious double bedroom and family room, housing three single beds. With a modern family bathroom with a choice of a luxurious bath or a quick shower. Nearby attractions include Wray Castle, a Victorian neo-gothic castle. It was built in 1840 for retired Liverpudlian surgeon James Dawson and is a Grade II listed building. It has associations with artist John Ruskin and children's writer Beatrix Potter, who spent a summer holiday there. The surrounding grounds are open all year round and make for wonderful sightseeing opportunities. Grasmere is an attraction for those historic enthusiasts.

Summary

All ground floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x family room with 3 singles
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Shared laundry.
Electric central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer in shared laundry, Smart TV
Fuel, power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair on request
Ample off road parking in shared courtyard
Use of shared lawned garden
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 3 mins walk
Use of tumble dryer by 50p coin meter
Logs are charged at £4 per bag or 3 bags of logs at £10, kindling is available for £4 per bag, payment is made by the honesty box next to the logs
Mobile phone signal may be limited due to the location of the property
Water from private supply, fed from freshwater lake
To avoid disappointment, we recommend booking Graythwaite Adventure 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
Please Note: This property charges a £250.00 Good Housekeeping Bond
Please Note: Esthwaite property is an independent company and no one has rights to be on the water or fish or swim without paying Esthwaite water fishery

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

SAWREY

Hawkshead 2 miles.

The village of Sawrey is situated two miles from Hawkshead down the eastern side of Esthwaite Water, overlooked by the woods and tarns of Claife Heights. Sawrey consists of two separate hamlets - Near Sawrey and Far Sawrey - both with a cluster of picturesque cottages, tea rooms and pubs. Near Sawrey is famous for Hill Top, the 17th century farmhouse where Beatrix Potter wrote her acclaimed children's stories. Now a museum, owned and run by the National Trust, Hill Top is one of the most visited houses in the Lake District. Far Sawrey is the hamlet furthest away from Hawkshead and the nearest to the ferry point on Windermere. It offers a church and pub/restaurant with a beer garden. There are good walks in the area, including those to Claife Heights and in Grizedale Forest. It's also a great base for enjoying a wide variety of typical Lakeland pursuits - with watersports close at hand on Lake Windermere, fishing on nearby Esthwaite Water and, of course, fell walking.

Please note Esthwaite property is an independent company and no one has rights to be on the water or fish or swim without paying Esthwaite water fishery. Please contact the Estate office before arrival.

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Reviews

“The bath needed resealing as the sealant was coming away in several places.”

“Had good wheelchair access”