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Grassholme

(Ref. 1026007)

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

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: Yes

Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing
Cleanliness
Comfort
Facilities and Maintenance
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  • cottage (6)
  • lake (5)
  • lovely (5)
  • no (5)
  • need (4)
  • all (4)

8 Customer Reviews

  • "Great property - nice homely touches making it more than somewhere to sleep."

    The kitchen has all the pots, pans, and crockery you need - no extras in the cupboards, other than salt and pepper. Therefore, you will need to take all food, etc., with you if cooking from scratch. The bedrooms are very nice and cosy - the main bedroom has a large wardrobe and drawers, but no vanity unit if that's your thing! Plenty of plug sockets. Outside space is lovely, overlooking the lake. For small kids, the boundary wall is climbable, about 3ft, but a drop over 6ft at the other side, so they need to take care - also for escape dogs - can't be left unattended. Nothing in the cottage for dogs, so need to take all bowls, bedding etc. The above comments are not criticisms, but are meant to help people when planning. I would definitely stay here again

    Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the cosy bedrooms, homely touches, and lovely lake views. Unfortunately, due to the large patio doors and the lake view, there isn’t room for a vanity unit in the main bedroom, but there is one in the twin room. As a self-catering property, guests will need to bring their own food, so your tips about planning ahead will be helpful to others. All our properties are dog-friendly, but we don’t offer dog-secure cottages as we like to keep the estate open, and we don’t provide dog items, as most guests prefer to use their own. We’re also grateful for your helpful advice regarding children and outdoor safety, and it’s wonderful to hear you’d consider staying with us again. We’d be thrilled to welcome you back anytime! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Catherine5.0★Sep 2025

  • "We had a lovely time at GRASSHOLME."

    The cottage is in a lovely spot the view of the lake was beautiful.Cottage was comfortable with all facilities needed . Thankyou for the welcome pack much appreciated.The cotttage was a last minute change and it was a pleasant surprise, thank you Derrick & Diane.

    Thank you for your lovely feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time at Grassholme and enjoyed the beautiful lake views. It's great to know that the cottage was comfortable and well-equipped for your needs. We're glad the welcome pack was appreciated and that the last-minute change turned out to be a pleasant surprise. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Property Owner

    Reviewed by Derrick5.0★Apr 2025

  • "The listing wasn’t very accurate as we thought the pool and the shared grassland was close by, we had to drive in the car to this."

    The pool was in desperate need of some maintenance, not at all like the pictures. No comfy seating to relax outside our cottage, just 2 very old chairs and there were 4 of us staying. Shower was a very small trickle. All in all the lake view was the only positive really. The farm shop was closed Sunday - Wednesday, so there was nowhere close by to get any supplies.

    Thank you for your feedback and for bringing these issues to our attention. Despite these problems, I'm glad you enjoyed the lake view. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Laura4.0★Jul 2024

  • "We had a lovely stay at your cottage."

    Just a few points that others have also mentioned in reviews: 1. The property is described as detached on your website, which it isn’t 2. You can’t read the property name on the sign 3. The outdoor furniture is in poor condition so you can’t eat outside easily 4. We stayed for two weeks and the mid stay linen change was great, but given we paid the same for each week it would have been good to have had fresh loo rolls, a quick clean, etc - or a proportionate decrease in our week 2 fee. Thank you, Laura

    Reviewed by Laura4.0★Aug 2022

  • "Grassholme is a wonderfully decorated and perfectly located property, however it is somewhat lacking in maintenance, cleanliness and basic supplies."

    The positives: - The carpets, sofas and decorations of the cottage is really very modern and homely - the cottage is in a stunning location with a fantastic view over Lake Windermere - it comes with some nice basic food supplies such as freshly ground coffee, tea, biscuits and jam - the kitchen white goods were of a high quality brand which made use of the kitchen very easy. I normally hate electric hobs but the Bosch hob and oven were brilliant! - it’s brilliant that dogs are allowed in such a well decorated property, as it is so nice to be able to have our dog with us! - the Graythwaite estate is wonderful and has plenty of nice walks in the surrounding area The issues: - there were no hand towels provided for the bathroom - various cobwebs and spiders in corners of EVERY room - there was no hand soap in the kitchen - there was no kitchen spray or cloth to clean the worktops after cooking - the curtains were beautiful, however they were poorly attached to the curtain pole with some hooks having come out - the log fire needs kindling as well as large logs and firefighters otherwise it’s pretty difficult to get the large logs to light properly - there were no matches to light the fire, so you need your own - the outdoor furniture definitely needs some TLC, which has been pointed out in a previous review - the “Grassholme Cottage” sign at the front of the property is completely worn and you can’t actually see why it says - various walls need a lick of paint from wear and tear Also, the description of the cottages is incorrect as it is not detached. It is semi detached. Overall it was a lovely stay which we thoroughly enjoyed and didn’t want to leave!

    Thank you for your feedback. We provide basic cleaning essentials and also have an onsite shop where more can be purchased. We provide a supply of wood and natural firelighters, however if people do wish to use kindling also, this can gain be purchased from our onsite shop. The property is not described as detached or semi - detached and we do feel the pictures are clear. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Stuart4.0★Aug 2022

  • "Fantastic experience from booking to the actual stay."

    Reviewed by Grace5.0★Aug 2021

  • "The cottage is lovely, especially the views of the lake which we would never tire of."

    However, there were many things that were missing or could be improved upon. E.g. the patio overlooking the lake was stunning but the "seating" was tired and worn and there was only a coffee table and 2 chairs, which for a cottage sleeping 4 people, was not sufficient. Further, there was not a table you could eat a meal at, as a family, which is a shame given the setting. We were very disappointed about this. Other things which would increase the score are a more powerful shower - it was almost a trickle if you wanted it hot; instructions re recycling/rubbish etc; a map of the estate so we knew where the cottage was in relation to the courtyard and swimming pool; the door handle on the doors to the patio was broken, a dressing table in the master bedroom; aswell as personal touches like tissues, toiletries, a better equipped kitchen (more utensils). These things didn't detract from the enjoyment of the holiday and the stunning location of the cottage, but they would have made it better and more comfortable. Given that Skyes have increased the price by 150% for the same dates in 2022, I would say they need to up their game. This lovely cottage is all about the views but there was not means to enjoy them as much as we may have and in our opinion, it is noteworthy £2500 for a week! I would expect luxury for that.

    Reviewed by Tanya4.0★Aug 2021

  • "There were no instruction or guidance in the home, didn’t know how to connect to WiFi, or where the pool was or where the shop was."

    Reviewed by Caroline5.0★May 2021

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Summary

  • Reverse level accommodation
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x ground floor super king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x ground floor twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • First floor open plan living area with kitchen, dining and sitting area
  • Gas central heating with woodburning stove
  • Electric oven and induction hob, electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Shared use of estate facilities inc. indoor heated swimming pool (Please bring swim towels, as the towels provided are only for use in the property) and table tennis room (please bring your own racquets and balls)
  • 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 for 2 cars
  • Patio with seating
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 5 miles, pub 3.8 miles
  • 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
  • Please Note: Minimum 3 night stay

The property

Hawkshead 4 miles.

Resting in a beautiful woodland location with stunning views over Lake Windermere, is this delightful stone built cottage, Grassholme.

This cosy retreat is dressed in a light décor with plenty of homely touches, making it a welcoming base for families or couples looking to explore the Lake District.

The kitchen is well-equipped to ensure the simple preparation of delicious meals which can be enjoyed at the dining table, perhaps accompanied with a well-deserved glass of wine.

Snuggle up in the sitting area with the woodburning stove roaring away, enjoying a family movie amidst your loved ones.

Once the evening draws to a close, retire to the ground floor and find two bedrooms, including a king-size double with zip/link flexibility and a twin, which are both beautifully presented.

Completing the interior of Grassholme is the elegant bathroom with bath and shower over, giving you the choice how you wish to prepare for the day.

Outside is a fabulous natural slate patio area which provides unbeatable views over Lake Windermere, making it the perfect spot to enjoy an evening drink or alfresco meal.

After a day full of activity, Grassholme cottage will be awaiting your return.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £450.

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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Note: Minimum 3 night stay


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

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.