Self Catering in Cumbria - Hawkshead

Spacious, well-equipped property in excellent location. Superb views over Esthwaite Water to Coniston Fells. Two reception rooms, plenty of parking and two pets welcome.

In the heart of Beatrix Potter country, Lakefield House is perfect for a large group of friends or family. With its enclosed gardens, wonderful views over Esthwaite Water, superb choice of walks and having both Hill Top and the village of Hawkshead on the doorstep, there is something to please everyone. Outside the property is private parking for four cars, and two well-behaved pets are welcome to come along and share the joys of the Lake District.

The entrance hall doubles as a boot room with Belfast sink for rinsing muddy boots and paws. The views from the sitting room are breath-taking and with its comfy sofas, huge TV and open fire, this is the perfect spot for relaxing or snoozing after a day in the fresh air. The ground floor is also home to three en-suite bedrooms.

A luxury king size room with four-poster bed, a fabulous double and pretty twin room. Each of these rooms comes equipped with an LCD TV. On the first floor are two more bedrooms.

A king size and a further twin room sharing the luxury house bathroom with shower over the bath. This floor has its own TV/gaming room with TV, DVD, PlayStation and a small kitchen with additional wc. For those with energy to spare, there is table tennis in the outside garage.

This large holiday home is in the village of Near Sawrey, a wonderful base for adventures of every kind. A car-ferry over Lake Windermere crosses to Bowness, Tarn Hows is a superb spot for walking, Grizedale Forest is a favourite with cyclists and there are plenty of great pubs and restaurants to choose from.