Thinking about a holiday cottage in Grasmere? Find a superb
selection of Grasmere accommodation today! Enjoy a getaway in the
picturesque vale of Grasmere, described by William Wordsworth as
'The loveliest spot that man hath ever found' and with good
reason. The magnificent backdrop of fells and mountains alone
should win over and holidaymaker looking for a picturesque escape
to the heart of the Lake District National Park.
Why a Grasmere cottage?
Nestled in the centre of the Lake District, Grasmere is an ideal
location for a cottage holiday, where you can enjoy the romance of
Lakeland, along with enjoying the great outdoors and idyllic
scenery that will be right on your doorstep. Enjoy a host of
shopping eating and drinking facilities, along with attractions
such as Sarah Nelson's Gingerbread Shop, where you can bag a
delicious gingerbread treat, Heaton Cooper Studio, where you can
enjoy local artwork, stroll along Grasmere Lake and Rydal Water,
slightly further afield, visit the site of Wordsworth's grave
at St Oswald's Church and learn more about his fascinating life
at Dove Cottage. For more things to do during your Grasmere
holiday, take a look through our
Lake District Travel Guide.
Places to Visit near Grasmere
Less than five miles from Ambleside, Grasmere enjoys close
proximity to the lakes at Windermere and Coniston, as well as being
in the heart of the National Park, meaning plenty of picturesque
walking trails to be enjoyed and unrivalled, rural scenery to
admire. There are many Lakeland villages nearby that are worth
exploring, including Ambleside,
Coniston,
Hawkshead,
Troutbeck
Bridge and Windermere.
Types of Holiday
Still making up your mind as to what type of Grasmere holiday
cottage you're looking for? If you want to bring your
four-legged friend along, then a
dog-friendly cottage in the Lake District could be the thing
for you. Enjoy a
romantic cottage in the Lake District with your loved one, or
perhaps a Lake
District cottage with a hot tub. Families will enjoy a
large cottage in the lake District, with plenty of room for
everyone, or perhaps a holiday with a difference in a
Lake District lodges or log cabins.