Stoney Croft Cottage

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

12 Customer Review(s)

Andy
June 2022

“Fabulous stay at a wonderful cottage in a fantastic location!”

Can’t fault it!

Can’t fault it!

- Andy, June 2022
Alun May 2022

“We booked the cottage in the last minute, as the pub which we were supposed to stay at let us down as we were travelling to the Lake District.”

Sykes were extremely helpful in achieving the booking so we would have somewhere to stay. The cottage is set in the small village of Near Sawrey, which is about 2 miles from Hawkshead. Within 100 yards is Beatrix Potter's Hilltop and a great pub/restaurant (The Tower Bank Arms). The cottage is well presented; very clean and tidy and quite roomy for such a small property. There are two reasonably large double bedrooms, a well appointed, modern bathroom, a good sized lounge, dining area and a small, but very well equipped kitchen. The lounge and main bedroom both have good sized TV's with internet connections for on demand viewing. There are a number of decent walks which start more or less from the front door. A lovely little property, which we would thoroughly recommend for a peaceful Lakeland holiday. Thanks to the owners and Sykes for not only saving our holiday but, if anything, improving it.

- Alun, May 2022
Dale April 2022

“Lovely little terraced cottage just a stones throw from Beatrix Potters house which is run by the National Trust.”

Last minute booking to surprise my family so I was worried about whether the property would be as described but it was really lovely. Parking outside is a little awkward but fine, just make sure you get close to the wall to allow tractors etc to go past. Lots of nice walks nearby, and Beatrix Potter's house if that's your thing, pub a short walk away, Hawkshead about 7 mins down the road, can't go wrong really. The house itself has been fully redecorated and modernised recently and it's to a really good standard. Obviously it's fairly small, very compact kitchen and dining room but the bedrooms are a good size as is the living room, and after all this is in the lake district so small is standard I think! All in all a really pleasant stay.

- Dale, April 2022
H April 2022

“Great location and nicely furbished.”

Many walking adventures from the doorstep. We managed to park an estate car in front of the house, but there wasn’t a car next door so don’t know if that would make a difference. It was great to have a dishwasher and washer dryer in the cottage. HDMI port on the downstairs TV so you can plug in a console/ amazon stick. The upstairs had a HDMI port too- but it was blocked by the wall bracket. If this could be fixed it would make this place perfect as parents wouldn’t have to tolerate computer games in the living room (yes, downtime after long walks is allowed!) Lovely little bit of decking out the back for a morning coffee or evening beer/ wine. Be sure to book a table at the pub 2 weeks in advance as they have one sitting and a limited amount of tables- but well worth a visit.

- H, April 2022
Katie April 2022

“Great property, well maintained.”

Would suggest some plastic cups/ plates for you get children as well as some bigger wine glasses! Very well located, great park for the kids nearby as well as numerous walks.

- Katie, April 2022
Roger March 2022

“I think my Daughter and I were probably the first to visit after the the refurbishment of this property which was in brilliant in every way.”

.all repainted and clean with everything we needed. It was outstanding and very convenient for the Tower Bank Arms one minute's walk away. Syke's organisation first class...Well done! Roger Couche

- Roger, March 2022
Judith December 2021

“It said fuel and power was included but no logs kindle or paper so should just ...”

It said fuel and power was included but no logs kindle or paper so should just say power included it was cold when arrived had a lovely bedroom and linen heat was okay once we worked out how to work them

- Judith, December 2021
Lucy December 2021

“Lovely cottage!”

Exactly what we wanted for 2 adults & 2 young children at Christmas. Very well equipped kitchen & even managed to cook a full Christmas dinner in it, despite its size. Beds were very comfortable, I would recommend this cottage to anyone visiting the lakes, it has has everything you need.

- Lucy, December 2021
Abu December 2021

“Overall nice cottage, decorated tastefully with modern equipments and functional accessories, a home away from home.”

We enjoyed the open fire and the boardgames after a day of activities in Windermere.The kitchen has all the utensils to cook/bake if you like. Nice tranquil location where you can have walks locally and enjoy the views. A few tips for owner to improve on current state of property- 1. The front door lock can be upgraded because it looks like it can malfunction any day. 2. The HDMI port in the upstairs bedroom TV is obstructed by the tv bracket, a angled HDMI extension can solve the problem, families these days bring their streaming sticks( fire tv, apple etc) and would like to watch their things. 3. Few more extra bin liners at the property would have been helpful, although the towels and bed linens were stocked enough. We luckily brought our own binliners, were not of right size but we managed. 4. We enjoyed our monopoly game but adding more boardgames could add to the variety and some games in the cupboard had missing parts so couldnt play all the games. 4. A downloaded/printed bin collection days from the council website and reminder to empty the bins on the fridge door will be helpful as we found the waste bin almost half filled before i could put my waste in the bin and i wouldnt have put the bins out if i hadnt read a effort made by a previous occupier to put all the dates for collection dates handwritten in the welcome pack as it was a pre christmas altered collection day.

- Abu, December 2021
Fiona July 2021

“Great cottage in brilliant location.”

Cottage needs spring clean. Cobwebs on windows. Window sills dirty. Difficult parking if you have big car!

- Fiona, July 2021
Toby June 2021

“Cottage needs some new locks, and probably a sign outside building saying “No Parking”, like the others on that road.”

- Toby, June 2021
Mrs Bradley Sep 2019

“We loved the location and how close this property was to so many lovely walks and villages.”

The cottage had all of the amenities we needed as well as the information we needed in order to find things and be able to use the property.

- Mrs Bradley, Sep 2019
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The property

Just a few hundred yards from Beatrix Potter's former home, Stoney Croft is nestled in the peaceful village of Near Sawrey just outside Hawkshead village. Found along a quiet lane leading to Moss Eccles Tarn, Stoney Croft Cottage has a picture postcard setting that's guaranteed to inspire. Walks abound in all directions, the National Trust owned Tower Bank Arms is only a stone's throw away, and the cottage itself is a soothing retreat. Tastefully modernised to 4 star standards, the interior is homely, enjoys a spacious living room and separate dining area, and opens out to a serene sun deck. Despite the secluded feel, Hawkshead village remains close by and the car-ferry crossing over Lake Windermere to Bowness is minutes away. == Accommodation in detail Parking on the lane by the property for 1 car. Enter into the cosy yet contemporary lounge with wooden floor, deep-cushioned leather sofas and open fire. Separate, stylish dining room with access to the decked sun terrace. Neat, very well-equipped kitchen. Upstairs to the 2 bedrooms; 1 king-size double (which can also serve as a twin) and 1 double bedroom. Both bedrooms are beautifully presented in a calming shade. Modern house bathroom with shower over bath. Location A holiday cottage in Near Sawrey places you at the heart of the Lakes and close to Moss Eccles Tarn and tranquil Esthwaite Water (fictional home of Beatrix Potter's Jeremy Fisher!) which lies between Near Sawrey and Hawkshead village. Keen walkers will be brilliantly placed to reach the starting points of many of the Lake District's famous walks, and those looking for a manageable stroll in attractive surroundings will find many to choose from nearby. Nearby Hawkshead village is enchanting with its car-free cobbled streets, its air of history - fascinating historic attractions include the Hawkshead Grammar School museum (a real step back in time) and the former home of Beatrix Potter, open to the public at Hill Top. But the village is also your bolt hole for shops and facilities - stock up the kitchen with tasty local produce at the Honeypot delicatessen, and sample a few of the excellent eateries in the village. Another nearby must-see Lakeland village is Ambleside, a popular Lake District self-catering location for its friendly, lively centre and its position on the shores of Lake Windermere.

Please note: wood supplies can be purchased in Windermere or Ambleside at the local petrol stations. There is a garage in Hawkshead Motorbody Accident Repair that also supply wood/kindling and lighters

Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x super king-size (zip/link can be made up as 2 x twin upon request), 1 x double
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room.
Open fire (wood not supplied)
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV, WiFi
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available
Parking for 1 car outside the cottage
Secure bike storage
Small decking area with furniture
One pet welcome
Pub 13 mins walk
Shop 2.3 miles.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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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 this property has a zip link bed. This will be made as a twin by default. Please contact the call center should you wish it to be a super king.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Fabulous stay at a wonderful cottage in a fantastic location!”

“We booked the cottage in the last minute, as the pub which we were supposed to stay at let us down as we were travelling to the Lake District.”

“Lovely little terraced cottage just a stones throw from Beatrix Potters house which is run by the National Trust.”

“Great location and nicely furbished.”

“Great property, well maintained.”

“I think my Daughter and I were probably the first to visit after the the refurbishment of this property which was in brilliant in every way.”

“It said fuel and power was included but no logs kindle or paper so should just ...”

“Lovely cottage!”

“Overall nice cottage, decorated tastefully with modern equipments and functional accessories, a home away from home.”

“Great cottage in brilliant location.”