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Thirlmere

Sawrey near Hawkeshead, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 935817)

Customer rating

4.2★

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Lakelovers rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Broadband / WiFi

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25 Customer Review(s)

  • Sue

    “Overall we had a lovely time, very quiet, great to watch the swallows and listen to the owls.”

    A couple of niggles, please can you consider putting a image of the oven dials near the cooker, as the numbers have all rubbed off. Was a stressful bit of guesswork trying to work out grill or oven. Found manual half way through the week. Disappointed there was no freezer as would have liked to have had some ice creams. Needless to say we enjoyed the flat.

    A couple of niggles, please can you consider putting a image of the oven dials near the cooker, as the numbers have all rubbed off. Was a stressful bit of guesswork trying to work out grill or oven. Found manual half way through the week. Disappointed there was no freezer as would have liked to have had some ice creams. Needless to say we enjoyed the flat.

    - Sue, July 2025

    Thank you so much for your kind and constructive feedback. We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the peace and wildlife — it really is a special spot for that. We’re very grateful for your helpful comments about the oven dials and the freezer. Unfortunately the kitchen isn't enough room for a fridge/freezer, but there is a freezer in the communal laundry room in the courtyard. I'll make sure we update the cottage information file in the property. It’s great to hear you still had a lovely time overall, and we’d love to welcome you back again soon. Property Owner

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Summary

  • All first floor
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
  • Shower room with shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Shared laundry.
  • Electric storage heaters with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer in shared laundry, TV with Freeview, DVD
  • 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 as of the 1st November 2020
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 2.2 miles, pub 3 mins walk
  • Use of tumble dryer by 50p coin meter
  • Logs can be purchased at the farm shop
  • 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 £100.00 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

The property

Situated in Cumbria, this cottage benefits a modern interior, inviting you to experience a refreshing holiday with your loved ones.

Inside, there is a well-appointed open-plan living room comprising a fully equipped kitchen and cosy sitting area, where you can relax and unwind of an afternoon, once you have explored the wonderful attractions surrounding the area.

If the day's events haven't tired you out, then the modern kitchen is sure to inspire you to break out those cooking skills and eat together at the dining room table.

Down the hall you will find two lovely bedrooms; one double and one twin.

Both rooms have a range of wooden furniture, with ample storage space for your personal belongings and a lovely, rich purple colour scheme for the bed linen, which gives the rooms a homely feel.

Sawrey is situated near many neighbouring towns with access to many local attractions, including Levens Hall, a stunning family home dating back to Elizabethan times.

With the finest furniture, clocks and paintings.

Explore the fascinating artefacts linking the Hall to the Duke of Wellington, and enjoy a lovely walk through the lavish gardens and lake.

Thirlmere is a wonderful countryside holiday home.

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.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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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.




This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
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