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.
"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...
"Rothay Holme Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Cumbria. Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips...
"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...
"Abbots Reading Mews 2" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Set on the southern shores of Lake Windermere, the small, sleepy hamlet of Lakeside offers a peaceful getaway location, hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the Lake District’s popular attractions, but still within easy reach of them....
"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...
"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...
"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...
"Lady Barn" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Town End is a charming village that embodies the quintessential rural English experience, nestled within the scenic countryside of Cumbria. Characterised by winding lanes, traditional stone cottages, and lush, rolling fields, this village...
"The Hare's Shack" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The charming hamlet of Garnett Bridge enjoys the surroundings of the Lake District National Park, within reach of the base of Longsleddale Valley and River Sprint. The delights of Kendal and Burneside can be found close by, where visitors can...
"Spring Cottage-UKC6557" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Immaculately presented country cottage, ideally located close to major network links and within walking distance of the village pub.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living...
"Netherbeck" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Cumbria. Ambleside, located near the northern extremity of England's largest lake, Lake Windermere, is an excellent location for exploring the middle Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here,...
"Swallows Nest" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Nestling at the head of Coniston Water, the pretty village of Coniston is surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the Lake District National Park and makes a superb base for touring, with Hawkshead, Ambleside and Windermere just a...
"Cragfell Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage 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 Mounting Steps" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips...
"Hayloft" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the...
"Prospect Cottage Studio" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. Ambleside is a town in Cumbria, England, situated at the head of Lake Windermere where you can get involved with an abundance of watersporting opportunities. Discover a wide-range of independent shops, supermarkets, pubs and restaurants for all...
"Bowness Central" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. To the west of Carlisle, in the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is the village of Bowness-on-Solway. Hadrian's Wall runs 73 miles from the village to Wallsend, which is close to Newcastle, and is designated as a "National...
"The Laundrymaid's Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage 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 Gameskeepers Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage 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 Studio" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 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...
"The Old Coach House" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. This delightful apartment, on the slopes of Rydal Fell, has beautiful views of Grasmere and the fells beyond from its large, secluded grounds.. 4 steps to entrance. All on the First Floor: Living/dining...
"The Studio at Lickbarrow Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. This charming Arts and Crafts-era studio offers a secluded, romantic retreat with a wood-burning stove, private garden access, and stunning walks. Perfect for couples seeking peace, nature, and Lake District adventures.. 1 step to...
"Puddle Duck Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. A stunning luxurious detached Lakeland cottage located within walking distance of the village pub. Perfect for a romantic getaways and special occasions.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Bedroom: Kingsize...
"Rattlebeck Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Cumbria. A beautiful Grade II Listed Cumbrian cottage set in the most magical location at the foot of Helvellyn. Stunning!!. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview TV, Open...
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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:
