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Luxury country house for up to 18 in the heart of Beatrix Potter's Lake District

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Near Sawrey, England
  • Lake Windermere
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bowness Pier
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Barrow-In-Furness (BWF-Walney Island)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

+1
1 King Bed, 2 Double Futons and 2 Cribs

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

Nautical Room

1 Double Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Luxury country house for up to 18 in the heart of Beatrix Potter's Lake District

Beechmount Country House is a characterful country house nestled in the heart of the quintessential Lake District village of Near Sawrey. There are 6 bedrooms in the main house, and a snug, to accommodate 12-14 guests. In addition there are two cottages in the grounds each housing a further two people, so that the whole property can accommodate up to 18 guests. The cottages can be booked separately.

The main house has 6 bedrooms with three ensuites and two bathrooms. The kitchen offers Neff appliances with coffee machine and an in-built microwave and a cosy seating area with a fireplace. The dining room has a large extendable dining table seating up to 16 people. Next to the dining room is a playroom with a Tv, dvd player and cupboard with books, games and toys. The large lounge has seating of up to 14 and fully functional log fire with side doors that lead to a garden with a water fountain. The house also has a laundry room with a washing machine and dryer.


Parking is available as follows:
There is a ‘courtyard’ to Beechmount, which can accommodate three cars, possibly 4 at a push. Access to this is through a tight stone gateway from the road (2.45 metres wide). It is perfectly possible to fit even large SUVs through this (and we routinely do), but we understand that some will feel more cautious about doing so than others.
There is car park adjacent to the play area literally across the road from Beechmount. This contains 4 marked out spaces, but can normally accommodate 5 or 6 cars. This is run by the Parish Council, on a ‘donations requested’ basis, but with no restrictions as to how long you can park there for. When spaces are available, this is extremely convenient for Beechmount, but clearly we cannot guarantee that spaces will always be available. Near Sawrey tends to get busy during the days (especially at weekends and bank holidays) though tends to be a lot quieter in the evenings and early mornings.

Please do not hesitate to be in touch with any queries.

Property manager

Lois King
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ambleside

Ambleside is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Scafell Pike. Travelling with kids? Consider Raw War Paintball, or check out an event or a game at Ambleside Climbing Wall.
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Near Sawrey, England

What's nearby

  • Hill Top Farm - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Windermere - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Bowness Pier - 10 min drive - 5.0 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 15 min drive - 14.6 km

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pier Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lake View Garden Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury country house for up to 18 in the heart of Beatrix Potter's Lake District pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury country house for up to 18 in the heart of Beatrix Potter's Lake District?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury country house for up to 18 in the heart of Beatrix Potter's Lake District?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury country house for up to 18 in the heart of Beatrix Potter's Lake District located?

This family-friendly Ambleside holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Hill Top Farm and Lake Windermere. Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore and Windermere Ferry are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay for a big group of family and friends, enough rooms to be separate and together.
Was as advertised. Clean, tidy, well located, quiet. Lovely to get a roaring fire going in the evening.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Judy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property for a family gathering
We were 7 adults and 4 children (7-10 ages) and this house was so spacious, we never saw the children. There was a small park opposite too. The bedrooms were a good size with en suites. A lovely patio, a real sun trap and giant gas bar b q. Plenty of crockery and utensils. A second enormous fridge in utility room. We really did have a fabulous week.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
50th weekend
What an amazing property! We could not have been more impressed. Just gorgeous. Very, very happy with my experience with friends on my 50th, it was just wonderful. Our host was really helpful and helped on follow up queries. Can get a bit colder in the night for those staying up late, but on balance I could not be more happier about my stay. All my guests were hugely impressed with the venue.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful home from home in a wonderful location
A beautiful house. Perfect for our annual family Christmas trip. Plenty of room to relax, lots of comfy seating in the cosy living room. The children loved the playroom. We had a couple of power cuts due to the bad weather but the host was in contact with us straight away to give us updates and the issue was fixed really quickly. We cooked a huge Christmas dinner in the spacious and fully equipped kitchen, and the dining room (complete with gorgeous, original stone floor) had a huge table big enough for us all to eat together. The bedrooms are beautifully decorated with huge comfy beds. It’s a perfect home from home in a great location, ideal for exploring the Lake District.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An amazing stay as always
Lovely property perfect for family and friends to have their own space. Everything you need to enjoy and make memories.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicky H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place
The house was exactly what we needed for a family gathering. The rooms were huge, the kitchen well equipped with fantastic appliances and the access to numerous TVs meant all ages were happy! Contact with Lois was always helpful and prompt. The location was perfect, with beautiful views all around. I’d definitely consider it again in the future, and recommend it to other large groups.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Comfortable spacious house
Beechmount House is a very spacious and comfortable house with plenty of bathrooms and equipment for your stay in the charming village of Near Sawrey
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini Family Reunion
We had a get together with family who haven’t seen each other in several years. The house was perfect for us as it had plenty of space, lots of bedrooms/bathrooms, making it a very comfortable stay even with a large group. The communication with the property manager was great! She was responsive and very nice! I would recommend this house!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous trip to the Lakes
We had an incredible stay at the property. Beautiful setting, fully equipped house, fabulous owners who couldn’t have been more helpful when issues arose. A stunning base to explore the Lakes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Diane F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location ..
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Meg R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, well equipped house in lovely location
Lovely location, comfortable beds, well equipped kitchen, garden to enjoy, peaceful surroundings, good walking from the house. Need to bring your own soap/shower gel. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fairytale Home!
We have raved about this house to so many people. It was beautiful and spacious and right near some amazing hikes. This area is breathtaking. Working with the host was very easy and they were very responsive. We highly recommend this home. If you don't have a rental car, make sure you come prepared with some food (as there is only 1 pub nearby, and it has unpredictable hours). We hope to return one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

penny J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal place for a family getaway
Lovely country house in a beautiful location, perfect for all three generations of our family. Our favourite spaces were the handy playroom for the children and the huge comfy lounge where we settled in the evenings. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed, the outside areas included plenty of space for the children to run around and a relaxing seating area for the adults to sit in the sun with a glass of wine, we were very lucky with the weather! The beds were clean and comfortable. The entrance to the car park is a little tight but we managed to get our large car in and out with no issues. We all enjoyed our stay immensely and would definitely revisit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb accommodation
Great house for our extended family to spend a long weekend together. Loads of space and everything you could think of is supplied. The games room for the kids is excellent! Lois the host was super helpful and happy to answer questions rapidly via text. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas in the Lake District
This was a wonderful house in a wonderful location. Almost magical-views out every window, well stocked. A virtual rabbits warren of thick walled rooms well decorated and festive for the holidays. We only wish we could have stayed longer. Loved the walking paths outside and the playground across the street. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sonos
Lovely property, very spacious and clean, perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family party
Very spacious house nice old fashioned furniture but kitchen equipped with modern appliances good comfortable beds.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Marleen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Our Stay
The house provided great space, with a well stocked kitchen. Games room very popular with children. However the stair carpet was very stained which was off putting on entering the house. The showers were a problem - when one was in use the others lost all water. The upstairs bathroom didn't have a lock on the door and this bathroom was for the use of 2 double bedrooms. The downstairs bedroom had a very fusty smell - we didnt use it. The front entrance to the house and the external appearance was quite neglected - which was a pity. The Bbq hadn't been cleaned - we didnt use it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a Large Family Break
The property was perfect for a large family break, lots of space, a well equipped kitchen, small play room, large dining room and lounge, and a good mix of bedrooms with a few en-suites! There are some areas of wear and tear, but nothing you wouldn’t expect from a rental of this size. Externally, the kids enjoyed exploring the grounds and there was a play area opposite the house. The property is a good base for visiting Tarn Hows, Hawkshead, Ambleside, Esthwaite, Grasmere, Windermere, and surrounding areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, well equipped country house
Beautiful weather for this 3 night stay in Near Sawrey. The house was perfect for our needs. Visited Ambleside, Hawkshead and Grasmere. Self catered each evening . Lovely grounds and an area we called the G and T patio. A group of women friends. We really enjoyed staying here .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Great stay
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kathy B., Tampa, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay in the Lake District
Beechmount is a perfect house for a large group. There is plenty of space to spread out, and the dining room is great for communal meals. The house is so well built you don’t hear a thing from the other rooms, so it seems oddly private even with a big group. The gardens are stunning and a wonderful bonus, and there are accessible and interesting walks right from the house, as well as a nice pub and restaurant. Hawkshead is just two miles away with good parking and some nice shops, including a chocolate factory! We had a great time and highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay, we will be back!
This house is perfect for a family/friends gathering and has so much space we never felt on top of each other. The location is beautiful too. Thank you for such a lovely stay
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

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Hosted by Lois King

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