If searching for peace and quiet in a romantic hideaway with fabulous views then here you have found a special retreat within a quintessential English country estate comprising 37 acres of formal and natural gardens and woodland, complete with an acre of private lake frontage and shared use of 2 rowing boats.
This first floor apartment forms part of a magnificent original Gentlemen's residence, built at the turn of the last century and designed in the arts & crafts style. The breathtaking views over Esthwaite Water towards the surrounding mountains have to be seen to be fully appreciated, yet here you can really soak them up. To say the grounds are wonderful is an understatement; you find many vantage points within the vast acreage where hidden pathways lead to more and more magic.
Nearby Hawkshead is teeming with life, having cobbled streets, excellent eating out spots and country pubs, and the village store is open 'till 8pm: whilst Near Sawrey boasts The Tower Bank Arms, once owned by Beatrix Potter and featured in her books, serving delicious food and real ales. This picturesque escape is exactly that and makes for a perfect holiday at any time of the year.
Accommodation in detail
A shared entrance hall with staircase to the first floor. Private entrance hallway with space for walking clobber. The magnificent lounge / dining room is full of light through the leaded bay window commanding panoramic lake and fell views.
Deep cushioned sofa and chairs for relaxing. One double bedroom also boasts glorious views, with en-suite bathroom. The second double bedroom also has a shower room. Both of the bedrooms can be configured to a twin or king size bed. The neat kitchen has all you need along with the communal laundry room. Shared use of 2 rowing boats from Easter to the end of October. Badminton court, putting green, childrens swings and table tennis.
There is a resident groundsman who keeps the beautiful grounds in "tip-top" shape. As you wonder through the gardens and down the sweeping driveway through rhododendron groves to the private lake frontage, keep your eyes open for wildlife, you might see deer.
Key Bits
Sleeps4 people
Bedrooms2
DogsNo
ChangeoverSaturday
FireNo
WiFiYes
ChildrenYes
BabiesYes
Leisure ClubNo
Hot TubNo
ParkingFor 2 cars
Laundry FacilitiesYes
GardenYes
Pub NearbyYes
Ground Floor Bed & Bath/ShowerYes
HeatingYes
Sky/FreeviewSky
Gallery
Finer Details
1 x King size double & 1 twin room
or 2 x King Size double or 2 x Twin room (please specify preference on booking)
En-suite bathroom
En-suite shower room
Magnificent views
Oil central heating
Electric oven & hob
Microwave
Fridge
Laundry/drying room with washing machine & tumble dryer
37 acres of glorious grounds & formal manicured gardens
Shared use of 2 rowing boats from easter to the end of October
Reviews
The apartment is in a peaceful location with stunning views and is very comfortable. Parking is easy and you can walk to many locations.
The welcoming and friendly caretaker, Alan, helps to make it homely.
Mrs Youngs
55
The location was very good, being so close to Hawkshead and Coniston. We were able to choose whether to to go to the busier parts, i.e. Ambleside, Bowness, or not. The flat was cosy and comfortable.Mrs Wood