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Stunning, unique tower with 2 bedrooms and incredible views
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 474.3 sq m
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Nr. Hawkshead, Cumbria
- Lake Windermere10 min walk
- Bowness Pier9 min drive
- World of Beatrix Potter10 min drive
- Barrow-In-Furness (BWF-Walney Island)81 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom #1
1 Double Bed
Bedroom #2
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom #1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom #2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Stunning, unique tower with 2 bedrooms and incredible views
Within walking distance of Far Sawrey, home to Beatrix Potter's Hill Top and good pubs, perched above the valley and providing views across to Lake Windermere and the fells on both shores, stands the large country house, Sawrey Knotts. Built in 1861 and once home to a Captain Dand, it is now a collection of beautifully converted apartments, each with its own character and charm.
Sitting high above Sawrey Knotts, looking down on all around is Tower Cottage. It looks like a castle but in truth is an old Victorian folly, complete with castellation. From up here, you feel like master of all you purvey, gazing over the panorama below - the local woods and hills, Windermere and the fells east and west of the lake. What a glorious spot for relaxing and enjoying life, hopefully while basking in sunshine!
Tower Cottage is a cottage with a difference. You'll find it hard to beat the views from its veranda or to match its central location, ideal for exploring the countryside around, making it great for couples, friends and families.
Ground floor
Entrance into the kitchen/diner; wooden beams and slate floor complement a fully equipped kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine & tumble dryer. A large bay window with bench allows you to take in the views from inside if the weather is inclement. There is also a shower room with W.C just off the kitchen, great if you've returned home a little muddy.
The cosy living room has a large slate fireplace complete with stove and comfortable sofas to enjoy the fire, the view or both. There's a TV too if you ever bore of the aforementioned view.
First floor
A wooden staircase leads up to two bedrooms, both providing Lakeland views and en suite bathrooms.
Bedroom 1 - double bed, lake views, en-suite bathroom with shower & W.C.
Bedroom 2 - king size bed (or twin 2'6" single beds), lake views, en-suite W.C & wash basin.
Outside
Extensive timber veranda with garden furniture overlooking the Sawrey Knotts Estate and surrounding area.
Facilities included
Oil fired central heating, all electricity, bed linen & towels.
Parking
Parking for 2 cars at foot of steps.
Property Notes
25 steps from the parking bay to cottage therefore cottage may not be suitable for very young children or guests with mobility issues.
Nearby
Public Transport 300 yards
Pub 500 yards
Sitting high above Sawrey Knotts, looking down on all around is Tower Cottage. It looks like a castle but in truth is an old Victorian folly, complete with castellation. From up here, you feel like master of all you purvey, gazing over the panorama below - the local woods and hills, Windermere and the fells east and west of the lake. What a glorious spot for relaxing and enjoying life, hopefully while basking in sunshine!
Tower Cottage is a cottage with a difference. You'll find it hard to beat the views from its veranda or to match its central location, ideal for exploring the countryside around, making it great for couples, friends and families.
Ground floor
Entrance into the kitchen/diner; wooden beams and slate floor complement a fully equipped kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine & tumble dryer. A large bay window with bench allows you to take in the views from inside if the weather is inclement. There is also a shower room with W.C just off the kitchen, great if you've returned home a little muddy.
The cosy living room has a large slate fireplace complete with stove and comfortable sofas to enjoy the fire, the view or both. There's a TV too if you ever bore of the aforementioned view.
First floor
A wooden staircase leads up to two bedrooms, both providing Lakeland views and en suite bathrooms.
Bedroom 1 - double bed, lake views, en-suite bathroom with shower & W.C.
Bedroom 2 - king size bed (or twin 2'6" single beds), lake views, en-suite W.C & wash basin.
Outside
Extensive timber veranda with garden furniture overlooking the Sawrey Knotts Estate and surrounding area.
Facilities included
Oil fired central heating, all electricity, bed linen & towels.
Parking
Parking for 2 cars at foot of steps.
Property Notes
25 steps from the parking bay to cottage therefore cottage may not be suitable for very young children or guests with mobility issues.
Nearby
Public Transport 300 yards
Pub 500 yards
Property manager
The Coppermines Lakes Cottages
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 9:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Ambleside
Located in Ambleside, this cottage is in a rural area. Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore and Hill Top Farm are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Raw War Paintball and Holehird Gardens. Treetop Trek and Go Ape Grizedale are also worth visiting.

Nr. Hawkshead, Cumbria
What's nearby
- Lake Windermere - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Bowness Pier - 9 min drive - 3.7 km
- World of Beatrix Potter - 10 min drive - 4.1 km
- Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 11 min drive - 4.7 km
- Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 15 min drive - 9.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Pier Coffee Shop - 9 min drive
- The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant - 8 min drive
- The Lake View - Bowness - 10 min drive
- Costa Coffee - 10 min drive
- The Albert - 10 min drive
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