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Keepers Cottage

(Ref. 1026002)

Hawkshead, Lake District Show on map

Customer rating 4.5

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A property's star rating is the average of the star ratings received from guests that wish for their review to be published

Sykes rating

  • 10 Guests

  • 5 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Swimming pool
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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10 Customer Reviews

  • "Our 4 generation family of 10 plus a dog enjoyed our long weekend stay at Keepers Cottage."

    The cottage was comfortable and plenty big enough for all of us. We used the swimming pool twice and enjoyed the quiet location. The children enjoyed exploring the woods and tarn. As it was quite isolated and a long way from any shops it would have been useful to get some everyday items such as bread, milk and bottles of pop from the onsite shop.

    Thank you for your lovely review! We’re delighted that your four-generation family enjoyed your stay at Keepers Cottage. We’re sorry if there was any confusion about the shop — it is open during advertised hours, which are displayed in the shop window, so hopefully future guests can easily find what they need. We appreciate your feedback and would love to welcome you all back for another family getaway! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Wendy5.0★Aug 2025

  • "We all had a wonderful few days in keepers cottage."

    Lovely quiet, pretty location. Many of the party took advantage of the swimming pool at the lakeside hotel and spa (which was included in the price) and thought it was excellent. Others enjoyed fishing in the tarn which was just across the road from the cottage. The cottage was very clean and well equipped and we loved the open plan area downstairs which was great for our group of 10 to socialise. The central log burner kept all of the downstairs cosy and warm. Simple instructions on how to turn on the hot water and heating would have been useful but that didn’t detract from our fabulous stay at the cottage.

    Thank you so much for your lovely feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at Keepers Cottage and made the most of the pool and fishing. We’re glad the space worked well for your group, and we’ll definitely make the heating and hot water instructions clearer. Hope to welcome you back soon! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Debbie5.0★Jun 2025

  • "I wanted to bring a few issues to your attention regarding our stay: Several rooms lacked enough hand towels, not one per guest as expected."

    The fourth newel post from the top of the staircase is loose and kept coming off in our hands. The plates provided are too large for the dishwasher, preventing the spray arm from spinning properly. And most likely why the cutlery and kitchenware items were not cleaned effectively on arrival. One of the wheels is missing from the dishwasher rack, making it difficult to move in and out. Due to these dishwasher issues, we had to hand-wash dishes multiple times, which was inconvenient, especially with a group of ten. We wanted to highlight these points so they can be addressed for future guests. Otherwise, we enjoyed our stay and appreciate your hospitality.

    Thank you for your detailed feedback. We apologise for the issues you encountered during your stay. We'll ensure each room has enough hand towels and fix the loose newel post on the staircase. We'll also address the dishwasher problems by providing appropriately sized plates and fixing the missing wheel on the rack. We appreciate you bringing these points to our attention and are glad you enjoyed your stay despite these inconveniences. Thank you for your understanding and for staying with us. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Carol4.0★Mar 2025

  • "The family had a fantastic time in the cottage"

    We're delighted that your family had a fantastic time in the cottage. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Andrew5.0★Dec 2024

  • "Email already sent to property below… Hi I am writing to tell you that we left the property this morning as opposed to tomorrow morning."

    We have left the key in the key box where it was on arrival. I tried to made contact with you yesterday as each time we went to the shop, on both Friday and Saturday it was closed, and then also each time when I drove out to get a signal to call you, there was no one available to take our call, even though it was within the times stated. There were several challenges/inconveniences and concerns that we came across over our short stay. The first and most concerning was that the water was really yellow. We were unsure if we could drink this and wanted confirmation. Luckily I had taken 24 small bottles of water to enable us to drink it. Secondly although choosing not to drink the water, we felt sure it was safe to shower/bath in it, however there was no running hot water and the radiators were cold constantly despite turning the thermostat up which was outside the downstairs double bedroom as described. To keep warm, we put the fire on using the logs provided to keep the baby and the room warm for us all. The bedrooms were still very cold once the temperature dropped early evening though. Our son, his wife and baby left after the first night due to the cold house and not being able to bath the baby. When I left a voicemail for you explaining the situation about the water etc, I also mentioned the wifi, as our phones connected to the wifi you have at the house but we couldn’t access anything from it, meaning we had no way of contacting anyone and no one could contact us if there was an emergency. I know phone service cannot be guaranteed, but we have stayed in many remote places where there has been no phone signal, but wifi has always been accessible in the properties. Later yesterday, having looked through the manual as we couldn’t make contact or get a response from you, my husband had to go into the cupboard and found a button which made the radiators come on for one hour, which then gave us some hot running water. This was enough to allow a couple of the adults to shower, although too late for my son and his family as they had decided to end their weekend away by this point. We didn’t try this earlier as it clearly states not to touch anything other than the thermostat and I didn’t want him to press anything else after that one occasion. On a positive note, the facilities that were in the property regarding the bedrooms and kitchen equipment were exceptional and plentiful. The beds were comfy and showers, bathrooms and kitchen were clean. I have left the property with very mixed feelings. We were fortuitous with the weather and the beautiful surroundings, however, the concerns, which I think are quite valid made for a very fractious and frustrating weekend. I feel that paying a significant amount for a weekend away shouldn’t have been met with so many issues. I would love to hear your views on our findings and our stay. Kind regards Lisa

    Reviewed by Lisa3.0★Sep 2024

  • "Amazing property."

    A perfect base camp for us to have a couple of good days running/walking and relax in the evenings. The owner was also really helpful allowing us to check out slightly later so we could get another run in on Sunday! A great weekend, highly recommend.

    Reviewed by Brad5.0★Jun 2024

  • "Great property, lovely grounds and facilities."

    Wish we had known re the pool - probably didnt read it properly!!

    Reviewed by Catherine5.0★Mar 2024

  • "The advert is deceiving how close it is to shops etc I took my learning disability home there and we really struggled to even get food shopping due to taxis being extremely limited It is worth noting how far amenities are away the farm shop shouldn’t count ."

    Overall the cottage is lovely but if you have no transport you really are isolated.

    Reviewed by Harriet3.0★Mar 2022

  • "Great property."

    Lovely location. We all had a lovely time.

    Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Oct 2021

  • "Lovely cottage in a wonderful location."

    Would stay again. Worth noting that there is not an enclosed garden area for dogs/ children which isn't mentioned in the listing, it has access straight onto the road.

    Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Jun 2021

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Summary

  • Five bedrooms: Ground floor - 1 x king-size , 1 x twin
  • First floor- 2 x twin, 1 x super-king with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Ground floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • First floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Oil central heating with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven and halogen hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel, power inc in rent
  • Please note that logs, kindling, firelighters, and matches are not included in your stay but can be ordered using the Goodeats link in your key collection information
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking
  • Patio with seating
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Graythwaite fishery is free for all guests and equipment can be hired locally, a small fee is applicable to keep your catch, rod fishing license required
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 12.1 miles, pub 2.7 miles.

The property

Hawkshead 6 miles.

This cosy hideaway rests in the peaceful hamlet of Graythwaite, close to Lake Windermere and a short drive to the quaint village of Hawkshead.

With rolling hills and the stunning Lake Windermere on your doorstep, Keepers Cottage is a fabulous choice for families seeking an active holiday but with all the relaxation of a Lake District cottage.

Return to this hub after a day of following footpaths and whip up a magnificent feast from the kitchen, complete with a choice of appliances to assist you, plus a large dining area where all can gather.

The sitting room offers plenty of seating courtesy of the sumptuous corner sofa, along with an alluring woodburning stove and a Smart TV to provide ample entertainment.

Suitable for those with limited mobility, on the ground floor are two bedrooms, comprising of a double and twin, and a large shower room.

Upstairs plays host to three bedrooms, including a king-size double with a en-suite and picturesque views over the tarn, plus two attractive twins which are perfect for children.

Enjoy sitting in the patio garden and taking in the blissful scenery with only the sound of chirping birds to disturb the quiet.

Hawkshead is a short drive away and offers a lovely selection of shops, cafés and restaurants for you to enjoy, or catch the Windermere steamer across to Bowness and sample from a superb choice of attractions.

For an active day out, visit Grizedale Forest where there is a tree top adventure course and numerous paths and trails to explore by foot.

Keepers Cottage promises a rejuvenating getaway throughout the year.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

Where you’ll be staying

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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.

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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 bring swim towels, as the towels provided are only for use in the property)

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
Flexible cancellation terms

If you cancel before 12 noon , get all of your money back:

  • Rent
  • Extras
  • Fees

excluding the Flexible Cancellation fee and any insurance premium.

There are a small number of circumstances where you can’t use Flexible Cancellation. See the Flexible Cancellation Terms that apply.