The property
Hawkshead 5.3 miles. Set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in Satterthwaite near Hawkshead, Cumbria, is this charming two-bedroom dwelling, Turn Cottage. Complete with characterful features, including an exposed stone wall, contemporary furnishings, a woodburning stove, a fully-equipped kitchen, and a stunning bathroom, the cottage welcomes four guests and two well-behaved dogs, perfectly nestled within a rural setting. Enjoy the open-plan living space, where you can prepare your meals, dine, and unwind, with a Smart TV for entertainment. Find two well-presented bedrooms, both offering storage, serviced by a sleek bathroom, with a free-standing bath, ideal for a long soak after a nature-filled itinerary. Benefit from off-road parking, to home your vehicle, whilst by foot, you'll come across rolling fields, woodlands, and an array of walking routes. Hawkshead, a neighbouring village, will be worth a visit, where you'll find all the essentials to ease your self-catering break; the Kings Arms Hotel is a pet-friendly restaurant to dine out at, while a Co-op will fulfil any dine-in requirements. Within proximity to Turn Cottage, visit Lakeland Motor Museum, tour Lakes Aquarium, offering immersive experiences upon the shore of Lake Windermere, or head to Fell Foot, where you can hire a paddle board or kayak, and coast along the water. Hill Top, a property under the National Trust and once the home of Beatrix Potter, can be toured, along with the three-dimensional World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, whilst Lake Windermere is a short journey away, ideal for a leisurely stroll or picnic. For those who enjoy active outdoor activities, climb up Scafell Pike, England's highest mountain, discover Stock Ghyll Force, a 70-foot waterfall, or travel through the rocky terrain of Rydal Cave, perfect for all the family. Gather in the Cumbrian countryside by booking Turn Cottage.
About the location
HAWKSHEAD
Ambleside 5.1 miles; Kendal 17.4 miles.
The picturesque village of Hawkshead still retains the charm and character that so endeared it to its most famous residents - William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Visitors can wander the wealth of tiny alleyways, thoroughfares, archways and courtyards between the whitewashed 17th century houses. There are many pleasant inns, teashops, guest houses and gift shops in the village, as well as the Beatrix Potter Gallery, which houses an annually changing exhibition of the famous author’s illustrations and stories. The other famous Hawkshead enthusiast, William Wordsworth, attended the Old Grammar School in 1779-87, which still stands today, and you can visit the building where the Lakeland poet developed his love of the form, and even see the desk into which he scratched his name as a small boy! Newby Bridge is ten miles away and offers attractions such as the Aquarium of the Lakes and Windermere Lake Cruises, sailing daily between Ambleside, Bowness and Lakeside. With stunning scenery and numerous attractions within easy touring distance, Hawkshead is in an ideal location at any time of the year.