Tarn Hows
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Whilst staying in one of our Lake District Cottages you will know doubt wish to explore the many lakes, mountains, forests and areas of natural beauty.
Tarn Hows is one of the most popular little waters with visitors. It lies between Hawkshead and Coniston, simply sign posted ‘The Tarns’, a title probably harking back to when there were a number of smaller tarns called Coniston Monk tarns. Around seventy five years ago a local landowner built a dam and turned the marshy land into the one, larger, water. One story tells it was done as a gift to the mans wife and, standing on the fell above, looking down at one the prettiest of views, what a gift indeed. About a half a mile long, it is surrounded by rising fell and woodland with an easy path all the way around making, a suitable day out for all. There is easy parking run by the National Trust and they do expect, rightly, a small contribution. You will sometimes find a NT Landrover at the car park offering information. Also - sometimes - you will hear the merry chime of the ice cream truck, which seems a tad surreal when standing in the middle of wild, natural countryside. Tracks lead off up through the wooded fell side where a short easy climb will reward you with some fine views of the outlying hills and mountain. There are two islands, but boats are not allowed, however you can explore two good spurs that jut out into the water which make a nice place to rest for a picnic. The round route is only about an hour, but this is a place to ponder, stretching out the pleasure. After you visit you can reward your self with a fine pint and excellent meal at the nearby, famous Drunken Duck Inn.
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Staying In A Lake District Cottage Close To Tarn Hows
Wherever you choose to take your Lake District Holiday, nowhere is far away. The Cumbria National Park is quite a compact area, but with lots of variation crammed in. From gentle valleys, ancient woodland, our huge lakes which reflect the sky and landscape and of course the soaring mountains and craggy fells are all easy to explore, this along with a host of welcoming towns and villages.
If you need your holiday cottage to be near Tarn Hows we have a good selection of fine Lake District Cottages within easy reach of this welcoming and vibrant Town. If you need any advice on the best choice of Self Catering Cottage for you, we all know our holiday cottages well and would be pleased to help find the most suitable.
Below is a selection of those Lake District Holiday Cottages nearest to Tarn Hows.
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How Head House - This fine 4 Star Lake District Cottage, set Coniston Water, offers welcoming accommodation for 8 guests.
Townson Ground House - Fantastic large 4 Star Gold Lake District house for 13/14 set close to Coniston Water with nearby lake access and jetties.
Tinkler Beck Cottage - Set on the Tent Lodge Estate this super cottage offers its 6 guests lake access and private jetties.
Tinkler Beck Farm - Set on the Tent Lodge Estate this 5 Star cottage offers its 6 guests lake access and private jetties.
Moss Beck - Set in the heart of the Lake District this property offers 5 Star accommodation for 4.
Grizedale - One of 6 super Lake District Cottages all set by the shores of Coniston Water offering guests lakeside access and mooring.
Keen Ground Cottage - A quaint little Lakeland cottage a short walk from Hawkshead, perfect for couples or small family.
Wetherlam - One of 6 super Lake District Cottages all set by the shores of Coniston Water offering guests lakeside access and mooring.
These are just a selection of our hand picked Lake District Cottages, to see our full range either use our search facility or take a leisurely look at our cottage browsers.
