Find My Favourite Holiday Cottages in Hawkshead

A prettier Lake District village than Hawkshead would be hard to imagine. With its higgledy-piggledy cobbled alleys lined with whitewashed holiday cottages, it’s no wonder this ancient community has become such a favourite among visitors. Cars are banned from the village centre, making a holiday cottage in Hawkshead a particularly tranquil base from which to explore the spectacular surrounding countryside. Nestled in the glorious vale of Esthwaite, this former Medieval wool town is perfectly located for walking, climbing, sailing and wildlife-watching in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Much loved by Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth, Hawkshead has plenty to offer, from cosy tearooms and welcoming pubs to unique gift shops.

A stone-built,single storey holiday cottage with vine covered walls and a front garden.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Dove Cottage is a traditional 2-bedroom Lake District holiday cottage sleeping four on a 5,000-acre country estate near Hawkshead in a scenic rural spot by Lake Windermere. Guests enjoy the use of a communal indoor heated swimming pool, games room, gym, and kids' play area.

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Ivy-clad exterior of a stone holiday cottage in Hawkshead, Cumbria, with a lawn to the front.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Bibby Lot is a quaint, dog-friendly, 3-bedroom traditional Lake District holiday cottage with Wi-Fi near Windermere on the Graythwaite Estate. Guests have access to a communal indoor heated swimming pool, games room, children's play area, fitness suite, and trout fishing lake.

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Exterior of a stone-built holiday cottage in the Lake District.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Enjoy a peaceful, relaxing Lake District holiday in Mill Cottage, a dog-friendly home just a few minutes walk to Lake Windermere on the 5000-acre Graythwaite country estate. This cosy, well-equipped cottage sleeps 4. Shared use of the indoor heated pool and other leisure facilities.

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Hawkshead Brewery

Take a tour of this Lake District brewery, on the banks of the River Kent.

The World of Beatrix Potter

This family-friendly attraction celebrates the life and work of the famous illustrator and author of Peter the Rabbit.

Visit Hill Top

Located a short drive from Hawkshead, Hill Top is Beatrix Potter's former farmhouse, which is open to the public. Explore the house and gardens that inspired many of her famous tales.

Calibri Light (Headings)

Take a cruise around England’s largest lake, departing from the southern tip of Windermere.

Eat and Drink

Queen's Head

This traditional 17th-Century Lakeland inn offers a cosy atmosphere and serves a selection of hearty pub food and local ales. Enjoy a meal by the fireplace or in their beer garden in this pet-friendly pub..

Poppi Red Café

A charming café known for its homemade cakes and pastries. Stop by for a cup of tea or coffee and indulge in their delicious treats.