BIRKWRAY BARN, family friendly, luxury holiday cottage in Hawkshead

Birkwray Barn in Outgate near Hawkshead, sleeps eight people in four bedrooms.

Birkwray Barn consists of a kitchen/diner with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, wine chiller, radio, breakfast bar for one, dining table, and access to a balcony, a utility with washing machine and tumble dryer, a sitting room with wood-burning stove, Smart TV, access to a balcony, and a dining table. The bedrooms consist of a second-floor super-king-size (zip/link), second-floor super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, and two ground-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in showers, along with a bathroom and two cloakrooms. WiFi, fuel, power, starter pack for woodburning stove, bed linen, and towels are included in the rent. Outside, there is a front and side garden with gravel and lawn, a balcony with furniture and countryside views, and off-road parking for three cars. Sorry, no pets. Sorry, no smoking. Enjoy a luxury break with your loved ones at Birkwray Barn. Note: Steps throughout the property, please take care.

Amenities: Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, tumble dryer, wine chiller. Smart TV, radio, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and travel cot available. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Garden with gated access to National Trust footpaths. Balcony with furniture and countryside views. Sorry, no pets. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles. Note: Steps throughout property, please take care

Region: Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.

Town: The picturesque village of Hawkshead 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! With stunning scenery and numerous attractions within easy touring distance, Hawkshead is in an ideal location at any time of the year. A short distance beyond Hawkshead and towards the Windermere Ferry is the village of Near Sawrey, and “Hill Top” (now owned and run by the National Trust), home of Beatrix Potter which features many of the illustrations in her books. Newby Bridge and Lakeside are a short distance to the south and offer attractions such as the Aquarium of the Lakes, Windermere Lake Cruises, sailing daily between Ambleside, Bowness and Lakeside plus the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway and Haverthwaite Motor Museum. Lake windermere offers ample watersports facilities, boat tours, and there are a great many walks throughout the Lake District National Park, including those at Scafell Pike and The Old Man of Coniston, and there are many opportunities for birdwatching, mountain biking, and wild swimming.