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Eel House Cottage

Graythwaite Estate near Hawkshead, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1049699)

4.9★

Lakelovers rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Swimming pool
  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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6 Customer Review(s)

  • Judith

    “This is a wonderful place to stay in the Lakes.”

    The house itself is of an excellent standard: modern facilities, high standard of decor, extremely warm and comfortable and in a good situation for visiting the Windermere area. We loved our stay here and would only mention a few very minor points: in contrast to the high standard of everything else in the property the three chipped mugs in the kitchen cupboard were unexpected and in both bathrooms although there is the written message about not taking the soap away and leaving for other ...

    The house itself is of an excellent standard: modern facilities, high standard of decor, extremely warm and comfortable and in a good situation for visiting the Windermere area. We loved our stay here and would only mention a few very minor points: in contrast to the high standard of everything else in the property the three chipped mugs in the kitchen cupboard were unexpected and in both bathrooms although there is the written message about not taking the soap away and leaving for other guests, there was no soap at all. Also it would be helpful to have some sort of shower stand to put your toiletries on. It was unfortunate that, due to no fault of the owners of course, that there had been a fire which closed the shop. This must be very convenient when open. An excellent property and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

    - Judith, December 2024
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Summary

  • Over two floors
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Utility room
  • Dining room
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Electric central heating with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher
  • TV and WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
  • Logs can be purchased at the farm shop
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Off-road parking for two cars
  • Garden with outdoor furniture and lockable bike storage
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 3.3 miles, pub 4.3 miles
  • Note: License required for fishing, equipment can be hired locally, fishing FOC unless catch is made, then small fee applicable
  • The swimming pool can be booked for 45 minute private sessions,all guests can pre-book up to a maximum of 3 swimming slots ( or 2 slots for short stays 2 and 3 nights ) 7 days prior to arrival by contacting estate@graythwaite.com Please note the swimming pool will be unavailable until the 31st March 2025

The property

Eel House Cottage is a beautiful detached cottage nestled on the Graythwaite Estate near Bowness-on-Windermere, Lake District.

Home to both a double with an en-suite shower and a twin, this property can sleep up to four guests.

The first floor is complete with a family bathroom, whilst the ground floor boasts a kitchen, utility, dining room and a sitting room with a woodburning stove.

Outside there is an enclosed gravelled garden to the side with outdoor furniture and secured bike storage, as well as off-road parking for two cars to the front.

Eel House Cottage is a wonderful base from which to enjoy a memorable stay in the Lake District.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

HAWKSHEAD

Ambleside 5.1 miles; Kendal 17.4 miles.

The picturesque village of Hawkshead still retains the charm and character that so endeared it to its most famous residents - William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Visitors can wander the wealth of tiny alleyways, thoroughfares, archways and courtyards between the whitewashed 17th century houses. There are many pleasant inns, teashops, guest houses and gift shops in the village, as well as the Beatrix Potter Gallery, which houses an annually changing exhibition of the famous author’s illustrations and stories. The other famous Hawkshead enthusiast, William Wordsworth, attended the Old Grammar School in 1779-87, which still stands today, and you can visit the building where the Lakeland poet developed his love of the form, and even see the desk into which he scratched his name as a small boy! Newby Bridge is ten miles away and offers attractions such as the Aquarium of the Lakes and Windermere Lake Cruises, sailing daily between Ambleside, Bowness and Lakeside. With stunning scenery and numerous attractions within easy touring distance, Hawkshead is in an ideal location at any time of the year.

Please note the swimming pool will be unavailable until the 31st March 2025


The swimming pool can be booked for 45 minute private sessions,all guests can pre-book up to a maximum of 3 swimming slots ( or 2 slots for short stays 2 and 3 nights ) 7 days prior to arrival by contacting estate@graythwaite.com

Note: There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £250 for this property

Note: Minimum 3 night stay

Note: License required for fishing, equipment can be hired locally, fishing FOC unless catch is made, then small fee applicable

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas