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Lounge with wood burner
A place to relax and unwind
Open plan lounge/diner
Plenty of room for everyone
Enjoy a home cooked meal
Games den with Xbox
Space for everyone
Utility room
Attic bedroom
Sloping ceiling
Relax in style
En-suite to double
The front garden
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Meadowcroft

Sawrey (Nr Hawkshead), Lake District
Visit England Gold AwardVE We’re good to go scheme
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bathroom
Open fire / woodburner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub nearby
Luxury
Family friendly
Sky TV
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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Overview
Property code: LCC33

Step back in time and stay in the enchanting village of Near Sawrey, once home to the beloved author Beatrix Potter. It is easy to see the inspiration behind her lovable countryside creatures, as the surrounding landscape is a breathtaking combination of sweeping hills, pockets of ancient forest, and bubbling streams. Your stylish yet cosy haven is perfectly suited to groups of eight guests seeking a tranquil setting for adventures.

Elegant, spacious and featuring a wonderful combination of classic and contemporary style, the property is unrecognisable from its former life as a village shop. Light the wood burner in the lounge and snuggle up with a soothing brew, or step through to the dining area for a delicious afternoon tea. Younger guests will adore the cosy games den, but the country-cottage kitchen will delight chefs in the making. Three inviting bedrooms on the first floor provide a peaceful sanctuary, all sharing the main first-floor bathroom and a handy downstairs shower room. Tucked in the eaves of the house is a second-floor bedroom with an en-suite bathroom – just mind the reduced head height! Wake up to the sound of birdsong, stepping outside with your morning coffee to watch the countryside come to life. Perhaps you could even light the BBQ for a sizzling breakfast treat.

A quick stroll will bring you to Hill House, Beatrix Potter’s famous residence which is now a popular spot for literacy lovers. Esthwaite Water, 1 mile away, offers serene lakeside strolls and ample fishing opportunities, whilst Hawkshead, 2.5 miles away, is a honeypot of cobbled streets and inviting tearooms. Pack up a picnic and embark on an exciting quest to discover Grizedale Forest, 2.5 miles away, an excellent destination for mountain biking and wildlife spotting.

Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week.

Please note there is a refundable £200 security deposit for this property payable closer to the start of your holiday.

  • 4 bedrooms - 1 king-size, 2 doubles and 1 twin
  • Main bathroom - bath, shower, and WC
  • Ground-floor shower room with WC
  • En-suite shower room with WC to the attic bedroom
  • TV with Sky channels, Blu-ray player, Xbox 360 and DVD player.
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Wood burner - logs provided, kindling not provided but can be purchased locally
  • Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, cafetiere, washing machine, and tumble dryer
  • Bed linen, towels, electric and heating included
  • 2 dogs welcome - safe outdoor space on lead
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • BBQ available (charcoal not provided)
  • Shop 2 miles, pub within walking distance
  • £200 refundable security deposit payable prior to arrival

Rob Clarkson

This property is personally managed by Rob.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Pamela 16th July 2021

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The cottage is very quaint and we were surprised it had 4 bedrooms. A great aspect is the location - there is a walk up to Claife Heights right outside the door - so great for dogs and general walking. There is a lovely tarn about 30 mins away. It is opposite a pub which serves surprisingly good food as well as beer. It is a couple of miles walk toRead more Hawkshead and another 5ish to Coniston. Two other pubs are in easy reach. So perfect location for walking followed by a cheeky beer. Hide

Reviewed by Catherine 25th June 2021

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The cottage is well equipped and extremely comfortable.

Reviewed by David 11th June 2021

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Reviewed by Carolyn 18th December 2020

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We had an amazing time over the Christmas week at Meadowcroft. The house is really well appointed, with everything we needed to make Christmas lunch. There were walks and plenty of running from the door, and with Coniston only a short drive away we explored over that way too. There was lots of space to dry wet clothes after the inevitable Lakes weaRead morether hit! With covid restrictions we didnt get to go to any of the local pubs or visit Hill Top, so we hope to return when things are more normal. Hide

Reviewed by Louise 30th October 2020

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Fantastic Holiday cottage, in a beautiful village, surrounded by great scenery. The cottage is well equipped and very comfortable. The beds are really comfortable too. Log burner was lovely for the cold nights. Perfect for a week away in the Lakes.

Reviewed by Charlotte 16th October 2020

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Reviewed by Mandy 25th September 2020

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Beautiful, quiet location, and a well thought out and well equipped cottage. Warm and comfortable, the cottage was a good choice for a family with a crawling baby as there is plenty of floor space and easy access from one room to another. Decorated and furnished beautifully, the cottage is one of the best we have stayed in and would easily have accRead moreommodated the extra 2 adults and baby we had booked for pre Covid. Hide

Reviewed by Ruth 11th September 2020

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Lovely well equipped cottage and great location in South Lakes.

Reviewed by Gill 14th August 2020

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Reviewed by Kate 17th July 2020

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A really beautiful cottage in a stunning location. Everything you could need was provided, very comfortable and nice and quiet. The front garden is a lovely sun trap. We had a wonderful stay.

Reviewed by Daniel 14th February 2020

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great location

Reviewed by Lauren 7th February 2020

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Beautiful, cosy cottage in the picturesque village of Beatrix Potters Near Sawrey. The log fire was most welcome after a cold winters day out. The kitchen was extremely well equipped for cooking all kinds of meals, there were even chopsticks and corn on the cob skewers! A hop across the road to the charming village pub and a very quick drive to HawRead morekshead for supplies. The beds were all very comfortable and the cottage was very quiet, perfect for getting our little ones to sleep. Well be back! Hide

Reviewed by Allison 1st November 2019

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Reviewed by LEONARD 4th October 2019

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Reviewed by Alison 27th September 2019

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This is a large cottage in an idyllic place. It is ideal for multi generation gatherings of family or friends. There is plenty of room for eight yet the property retains a cosy feel. The wood burner is superb. Its location on the west of Windermere suits those looking for a less commercialised Lakes experience. The nearby restaurants of Forest BankRead more and Cuckoo Nest are excellent ( booking essential - yes really). A restorative experience which I would highly recommend. Hide

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Lounge with wood burner
A place to relax and unwind
Open plan lounge/diner
Plenty of room for everyone
Enjoy a home cooked meal
Games den with Xbox
Space for everyone
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Location

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Adventure, memories and awe-inspiring natural beauty await you in the rugged, wild and unique Cumbrian Lake District where beautiful expanses of water merge with magical forests against a backdrop of dramatic mountains and fells.

This ancient land has been sculpted by time and nature and is the newest UNESCO World Heritage Site and the first UK National Park to be awarded this outstanding accolade. Poets, writers and artists throughout the ages have been instinctively drawn here; William Wordsworth, Beatrix Potter and John Ruskin, to name a few. The attractions and the diverse landscape will not fail to charm the young and the young at heart, whether that be thrill-seeking activities you seek, pure and cathartic inspiration or simply just some relaxation, you will find it here.

Cycling, walking, canoeing, white-water rafting, flying, parachuting and ballooning are just some of the offerings for any level of adrenalin junky. Experience the glory of nature in the wild or in a setting such as the Predator Experience where you can walk with wolves and learn about the importance of conservation. For a complete day of family, enjoy treetop capers at Go-Ape in the Grizedale Forest.

Vibrant towns and villages are there to be discovered, be it by land or water. You can step back in time and enjoy a steamboat cruise on a lake or leisurely unearth the dynamic scene of contemporary art, culture and some of the best dining in the UK by foot, bus or car.

The National Park is an area of breath-taking beauty that will leave you spoilt for choice, refuelled and inspired. So much so that you’ll want to come back time and time again.

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