With its streets paved with cobblestones and lined with wonky 17th-century cottages, this quaint English village in the Lake District really is an idyllic destination for a break. After some creative inspiration? Hawkshead was also once a hotspot for literary legends like William Wordsworth and Beatrice Potter. Surrounded by three picturesque lakes, national trust sites and mountain peaks, you’ll be spoilt for choice with places to explore when you book one of our Lake District holiday cottages Read more
Rose Barn is an immaculately appointed barn conversion sleeping 6, providing modern day accommodation less than 1 mile from Hawkshead village, and even closer to the quaint hamlet of Outgate.
Centrally located accommodation sleeping up to six in the popular village of Hawkshead. This home from home is the perfect place to hang your hat after a day of exploring.
Craftsman's Loft is a charming one-bedroom holiday cottage in Hawkshead, ideal for couples planning a peaceful self-catering holiday in the Lake District. You'll find the Queen's Head pub, delightful tearooms, and unique shops a short walk away. The cottage offers modern amenities, including fast WiFi and a cosy wood burner. Explore the enchanting village, steeped in Beatrix Potter's history, with her home, Hill Top nearby. Enjoy scenic walks to Tarn Hows and local attractions, or take day trips to Keswick and Windermere for sailing and hiking. Craftsman's Loft promises a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation.
The Roost is a fantastic holiday cottage in the heart of Hawkshead, within walking distance of shops, cafes and pubs yet peaceful thanks to its spacious garden with sweeping views of the surrounding countryside that includes Grizedale and Latterbarrow. The period cottage has received a modern facelift to offer a high standard of accommodation for up to six people in three bedrooms, with facilities including a games room and a master bedroom with a big TV. It's the perfect Lake District cottage for families and friends who want to be close to everything while still enjoying space and privacy.
"Peony Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Newby Bridge, a rural village on the banks of the River Leven, is named after a five-arched stone bridge erected in 1651. Between Haverthwaite and Newby Bridge, the famed Furness Railway, one of Britain's oldest functioning standard gauge steam...
"The Curious Orange" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The small Lakeland village of Troutbeck can be found between its more famous neighbours Windermere and Ambleside, close by the Kirkstone Pass. A mixture of houses, cottages and farms, the village is scattered along a narrow lane bordered by a...
"Coachmans Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Witherslack lies tucked beneath Whitbarrow Scar running south east from the shores of Lake Windermere, encompassing fell, woodland, river and valley bottom. The village consists of fine, stone built traditional houses, cottages and barn...
"2 Bed Cottage in Grange-over-sands" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 bunk bedroom - 1 shower room with WC - Electric oven/hob, microwave and fridge with small freezer - Wood burner in...
"Elderflower Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The historic, South Lakeland village of Cartmel is renowned as the prettiest village in the Lake District. The Priory Church, one of the finest ecclesiastical buildings in the north of England, remains the heart of the community with its...
"The Parsonage" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. A historic market town with a fine reputation for shopping, Kendal nestles on the banks of the River Kent and is known as the Southern Gateway to the Lakes. Its old cobbled lanes and byways branch off the attractive main street, and the stone...
"3 Tower View" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. The charming Edwardian resort of Grange-over-Sands is set between the Lake District fells and Morecambe Bay and offers one of the mildest climates in the north of England. Formerly a small fishing village, the introduction of the Furness...
"Lower Lake View" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Bowness-on-Windermere is a vibrant town, popular with tourists for its bustling activity and friendly atmosphere. Located in the Lake District National Park, it makes a perfect base for an action-packed holiday filled with walking with friends...
"Hillside" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 7 guests in Cumbria. Broughton-in-Furness is located in the south west Lake District, home to shops and pubs and within easy reach of Coniston Water. The Duddon Valley provides great scenery and walking and is within easy reach of lakes and moorland.
"Riven Oak" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Cumbria. Lying at on the edge of the Lake District National Park is the delightful Cumbrian village of Levens. Set on a high promontory in the beautiful countryside, Levens is home to a local Post Office, convenience shop and a pub, Hare & Hounds,...
"White Moss, Wood Close" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Cumbria. Situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park is the lovely village of Grasmere. The village is probably best known as the home of William Wordsworth, a place he once described as "The most loveliest spot that man hath found", plus...
"1 Bed Cottage in Holmrook" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 bedroom – 1 double - 1 shower room with WC - Electric hob, oven with grill and fridge with ice box - TV and DVD...
"The Lodge" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. The charming Edwardian resort of Grange-over-Sands is set between the Lake District fells and Morecambe Bay and offers one of the mildest climates in the north of England. Formerly a small fishing village, the introduction of the Furness...
"Grizedale" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Kendal, England is a picturesque market town on the southern gateway to the Lake District, situated on the banks of the River Kent. The 12th-century stone ruins of Kendal Castle dominate the townscape from atop a hill, and the town's charming...
"The Yews" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Haverthwaite is a small village and civil parish in the Furness region of Cumbria. It is within the Lake District National Park and is located six miles east of Ulverston, near the southern end of Windermere. The village gets part of its name...
"Mrs Tiggywinkles" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Cumbria. The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for visitors to the Lake District National Park, with each providing a range of nearby attractions, amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of boat...
"1 Bed Apartment in Ulverston" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 king-size bedroom with four-poster bed. - 1 free-standing bath in bedroom and 1 shower room with WC. - Combination oven, grill and...
"Deer How Farm" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Cumbria. Glenridding is a wonderful lakeside village, hugging the southern edge of Ullswater in the wondrous Lake District National Park. It offers the essentials of a convenience store, a café and a selection of characterful pubs. Some of the pubs...
"Mount Pleasant Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Cumbria. Lindale, a small village situated in the south of The Lake District National Park, now a unesco World Heritage Site and just a few miles from Lake Windermere, makes the area a perfect holiday destination. Set amidst the charm of The Southern...
"The Dormouse -UK46926" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. We love the warm comfortable feeling of this light, airy cottage perfectly located to give easy access to some of the most popular attractions and locations in the Lake District and with access to fantastic spa and leisure...
"1 Bed Apartment in Ambleside" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 Studio Bedroom - double - 1 Bathroom- Shower over bath and WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave,fridge with ice compartment...
"Mayfair House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for visitors to the Lake District National Park, with each providing a range of nearby attractions, amenities, cinema, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of...
"Windermere View" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. The dynamic twin towns of Bowness and Windermere have long piqued the interest of tourists to the Lake District National Park, with each offering a variety of attractions, shopping, and restaurants to satisfy all tastes. Windermere Lake Cruises...
"2 Bed Cottage in Newby Bridge" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin - 1 shower room with WC, 1 separate WC - Induction hob, integrated electric oven and microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing...
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Stay in the heart of Hawkshead village in a luxurious cottage where you can unwind in the hot tub, snuggle up in front of the wood burner and enjoy breakfast in your super-king-size bed. Bringing your four-legged friend along? Book a dog-friendly cottage with an enclosed garden or plan a group getaway with some friends in a period cottage featuring free WiFi and a games room.
Stroll around the village of Hawkshead and discover its many local delights – from its fascinating museum to various tea rooms and independent shops. You could also spend an afternoon chocolate making or browsing the local art gallery. Prefer to get outdoors? Wander down to the nearby Esthwaite Water or venture further afield to Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. With so much to see and do, why not book one of our Hawkshead cottages today?
As well as being surrounded by spectacular landscapes, the small village of Hawkshead has a lot to offer. Here are the five best places to visit during your visit:
If you’re travelling from one of the major cities in the UK, below shows an average distance to Hawkshead, so you know what to expect when choosing to visit by car.
London: 278 miles
Birmingham: 166 miles
Glasgow: 148 miles
Liverpool: 96 miles
Bristol: 247 miles
Manchester: 90 miles
Leeds: 125 miles
Edinburgh: 150 miles
Newcastle: 107 miles
The Lake District is England's largest national park and home to some of the most spectacular lakes in the UK! If you’re looking for a tranquil getaway but can’t decide where to stay, here are five more fantastic locations:
