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2026 Self-Catering Breaks in Windermere, Grasmere, Coniston & More!
2026 Self-Catering Breaks in Windermere, Grasmere, Coniston & More!
Brown Cow is an 18th century property in the main square of Hawkshead village in the Lake District. Step outside and you're immediately in the heart of this historic village with pubs and cafes right on your doorstep. The cottage sleeps two guests in tastefully refurbished accommodation with original features including a wood burner.
Hawkshead sits perfectly between Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Walk the cobbled yards without needing your car. Grizedale Forest offers sculpture trails and Segway hire just a short drive south. The National Trust's Beatrix Potter Gallery stands in the village itself.
The open-plan lounge and dining area features a leather sofa and armchair beside the working wood burner. A Smart TV provides entertainment.
Brown Cow is an 18th century property in the main square of Hawkshead village in the Lake District. Step outside and you're immediately in the heart of this historic village with pubs and cafes right on your doorstep. The cottage sleeps two guests in tastefully refurbished accommodation with original features including a wood burner.
Hawkshead sits perfectly between Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Walk the cobbled yards without needing your car. Grizedale Forest offers sculpture trails and Segway hire just a short drive south. The National Trust's Beatrix Potter Gallery stands in the village itself.
The open-plan lounge and dining area features a leather sofa and armchair beside the working wood burner. A Smart TV provides entertainment. The bright kitchen includes an electric oven with induction hob, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge with ice compartment. Upstairs you'll find a spacious double bedroom and bathroom with roll-top bath.
Visit Beatrix Potter Gallery (0.1 miles, 1 minute), Lake Windermere (4 miles, 10 minutes), Coniston Water (5 miles, 12 minutes) and Grizedale Forest (6 miles, 15 minutes).
Brown Cow suits couples wanting a romantic Lake District base, with parking on site and the village's cobbled yards ready to explore on foot.
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Postcode: LA22 0NZ
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