Esthwaite Farm Cottages
A beautiful collection of eleven stone properties located close to Esthwaite Water in the idyllic village of Near Sawrey in the stunning Lake District National Park. From the moment you approach these delightful cottages along picturesque narrow lanes lined by swooping trees and quaint stone walls, you can’t fail to fall in love with this wonderful setting, the ideal choice for a break away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Set in a charming courtyard, these eleven homely properties provide welcoming accommodation with many featuring a warming woodburning stove. There’s a mix of one and two bedroom properties across ground and first floor settings some with an open plan living area and all with comfy bedrooms guaranteeing a great night’s sleep in this quiet and tranquil part of the world. The large lawned area ensure that children and pets can play in safety whilst you relax and gaze across the valley to the forested hillsides or maybe take a walk along the private path to the water’s edge. This is truly an unrivalled location for exploring all that the Lake District has to offer so whatever your motivation for taking a break, there’s something for everyone nearby. Walkers and cyclists can get their kicks at nearby Grizedale Forest. Lake Windermere and Coniston Water offer opportunities for river cruises or watersports. Take a drive through the charming surrounding villages, including beautiful Hawkshead, and explore the boutique shops in Ambleside or Bowness. Further afield, the towns of Keswick and Ulverston are well worth a visit and kids will love a trip on the Haverthwaite Steam Railway, just a few miles away. These characteristic cottages offer the opportunity for a memorable stay that you’ll want to repeat again and again.
The property
Hidden away within the charming grounds of the Esthwaite Farm, is this charming ground floor dwelling.
This property has been designed with a simplistic elegance throughout and can be found within a charming rural location, making this property ideal for a family getaway.
Unwind of an evening within the cosy sitting room, boasting a warming woodburning fire and breath-taking countryside views, all of which can be enjoyed from the comfort of your own sofa.
Prepare all your meals within the well-equipped kitchen, housing all the appliances you will need throughout your stay.
Inside this cottage you will find two elegantly decorated bedrooms, comprising of a spacious double bedroom and a cosy twin bedroom.
Relax in tranquility on the private decking area, perfect for appreciating the property’s beautiful surroundings.
Moreover, the local pub can be situated within a 10-minute and the closest shop is a mere 2.5 miles away, an easy drive from the cottage.
To keep you and your loved ones busy whilst staying here, there is a number of activities to fill your time.
During the warmer months you can hop on the rebuilt Victorian steam-powered yacht to take in the scenery surrounding the Coniston Water.
Alternatively, explore the National Trust’s Beatrix Potter's 17th-century farmhouse, where you can walk in the footsteps of the famous children's author and illustrator.
All-in-all, Derwentwater is a guaranteed delightful family retreat.
About the location
SAWREY
Hawkshead 2 miles.
The village of Sawrey is situated two miles from Hawkshead down the eastern side of Esthwaite Water, overlooked by the woods and tarns of Claife Heights. Sawrey consists of two separate hamlets - Near Sawrey and Far Sawrey - both with a cluster of picturesque cottages, tea rooms and pubs. Near Sawrey is famous for Hill Top, the 17th century farmhouse where Beatrix Potter wrote her acclaimed children's stories. Now a museum, owned and run by the National Trust, Hill Top is one of the most visited houses in the Lake District. Far Sawrey is the hamlet furthest away from Hawkshead and the nearest to the ferry point on Windermere. It offers a church and pub/restaurant with a beer garden. There are good walks in the area, including those to Claife Heights and in Grizedale Forest. It's also a great base for enjoying a wide variety of typical Lakeland pursuits - with watersports close at hand on Lake Windermere, fishing on nearby Esthwaite Water and, of course, fell walking.
Please note Esthwaite property is an independent company and no one has rights to be on the water or fish or swim without paying Esthwaite water fishery. Please contact the Estate office before arrival.
