Wordsworth Lodge

Welcome to this charming 17th Century Traditional Lakeland Cottage

Wordsworth Lodge is your ideal hub for a family or group getaway. The cottage originally incorporated Ann Tyson’s house which is adjacent. William Wordsworth and his brother Richard lodged here whilst attending Hawkshead Grammar School. The master en-suite was their bedroom.

It has been beautifully renovated, seamlessly blending modern fittings with its rich heritage. Step inside, and you'll discover an inviting open-plan space that combines the lounge, dining room, and kitchen. Curl up together on the large leather sofas cosy in front of the log burner while enjoying your favourite shows on the smart TV.

The kitchen, which has underfloor heating, boasts a deluxe range master cooker with a gas hob and, for added convenience, there is an integrated dishwasher and fridge. You'll find modern appliances in the nearby utility room, including a fridge/freezer, wine fridge and washer/dryer. This setup connects to a handy downstairs bathroom, making life a breeze for all 8 guests staying here.

After a day of adventures, whether exploring the local shops or the nearby Grizedale Forest, gather around the dining table, where there's plenty of room for everyone to enjoy a meal together.

?From the lounge, you can easily access the four bedrooms. There is 1 Double bedroom downstairs with an en-suite wet room. Upstairs there is a king-size bedroom, 1 twin (which can be made up as a Super King bed on request), and 1 master king-size room, each offering its own en-suite bathroom. There is also a pretty window seat in the master bedroom, which is perfect for taking in the village views.

There is a boot room with historic stone-flagged floor and oak panelling. When you're in the mood for some fresh air, head to the back of the property, where you'll find a long, narrow courtyard area complete with tables and chairs. It's the perfect spot for dining al fresco and soaking up the outdoors. Enjoy your stay!

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Property Includes

Amenities

Laundry Facilities
Log Burner
Fuel available locally
Garden or Outside Area
Patio area and detached garden
Parking

Retreats For

Family
Luxury
Adventure

Bathroom

En-Suite
Shower
Bath

Kitchen

Freezer
Fridge
Dishwasher

Entertainment

Wi-Fi
Smart TV

Local Area

Pub within 1 mile
Central to town

Children & Pets

Travel Cot
One travel cot provided
Dog Friendly
High Chair
One high chair provided

Layout & Access

Ground Floor

Open-plan space that combines the lounge, dining room, and kitchen.
- Lounge - Large leather sofas, log burner, smart TV.
- Dining Area - With seating for 8.
- Kitchen - deluxe range master cooker with gas hob. Integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezer.
Ground floor Double bedroom - (steps into this) with en-suite wet room.
Utility Room - modern appliances, fridge, freezer, and washer/dryer.
Downstairs bathroom - WC and Hand basin.
Boot room - with historic flagged stone floors.
Courtyard area - with tables and chairs

1st Floor

1 x King with en-suite shower room
1 x Twin bedroom (can be arranged as a Super King) - with en-suite bath, shower, WC, and hand basin
1 x Master super king-size room - bath, walk-in shower, WC, and hand basin.

Property Features

2 spaces close by on a private road (please do not park in the car park next to these spaces as this is private parking)
All electric, gas, bed linen, and towels included
WiFi
Fuel for the log burner available locally
Travel cot and high chair available.

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Location & Nearby

A Delightful Array Of Activities And Attractions

When you're staying in Hawkshead, Cumbria, you'll find a delightful array of activities and attractions waiting for you to explore. Here's a friendly guide to what you can do:

Wander the Quaint Village: Start by taking a leisurely stroll through the charming village of Hawkshead itself. Its cobbled streets, historic buildings, and lovely shops make for a picturesque experience. If you enjoy a bit of history, visit the Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, a quaint museum that offers a glimpse into the history of education in the area. Alternativly, if you love some literature, visit the Beatrix Potter Gallery, which celebrates the life and works of the beloved children's author. You can see some of her original illustrations and learn about her connection to the area.

Fancy getting out into the wild? Lace up your hiking boots and hit the numerous hiking and walking trails in the surrounding countryside. The Lake District offers some of the most stunning natural landscapes in England. Explore Grizedale Forest, a short drive away. It's perfect for cycling, walking, and even sculpture spotting. There are plenty of activities for all ages. If you're an adventure seeker, you can try your hand at water sports on Lake Windermere, or mountain biking.

Looking for something a little more sedate? Sometimes, the best thing to do in Hawkshead is simply to relax and enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Find a cosy spot, have a picnic, and soak in the beauty of the Lake District. Or, watch the hills glide by as you take a leisurely cruise on Lake Windermere. Enjoy the serene waters and the beautiful scenery around England's largest lake. While you’re closer to Wordsworth Lodge sample the delicious local cuisine at the village's pubs and restaurants. Please remember to try traditional Cumbrian dishes.

So, whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a history buff, or simply seeking a tranquil escape, Hawkshead has something for everyone to enjoy during your stay in this charming Cumbrian village.

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Guest feedback for Wordsworth Lodge

(5 out of 5) based on 16 Reviews

Charlie

On Saturday, 29 Jun 2024

Lovely cottage, in a great location - great facilities, the open plan living room, dining room and Kitchen was a great communal space - highly recommend.

Caroline

On Friday, 21 Jun 2024

An amazing cottage in the perfect location! We were a group of 6 adults, a baby and 2 dogs and found the cottage had plenty of communal space for meal times and it was a great bonus to have an en suite for every bedroom. The cottage has been well renovated and had a good kitchen with everything needed to cook big group meals. We appreciated having local shops, tea rooms and pubs within a minutes walk and still being able to go out the front door on a picturesque dog walk. I would highly reccomend staying here!

Pauline

On Friday, 07 Jun 2024

The house was really comfortable, bedrooms were delightful, en suites amazing! Location was excellent and we had a lovely holiday.

Mike

On Friday, 31 May 2024

Needing accommodation for 3 families (inc 1 baby & 3 dogs), the individual en-suites and open plan layout gave everyone their own facilities but with a lovely area to all come together for meals and evening social gatherings. Everything was well thought out, well provided for, of a high standard and very clean. The cottage is full of character and far exceeded our expectations. Wordsworth Lodge is set in a great location, not too far from lanes and longer routes for walks. Set close to the centre of Hawkshead’s lovely shops, excellent Pubs, Restaurants and Tea Shops (really liked Minstrels Gallery & Poppi Red, close to the cottage & dog friendly). The only downside found was that we had two large cars and they didn’t fit into the allocated parking, but ample for one and the parking permit covered the other. Be aware though that the car park behind the allocated parking spaces is not covered by the permit (attracts a parking ticket!), the permit is valid in the Main Visitor Car Park

Jonathan

On Saturday, 25 May 2024

We loved it. Hawkshead is nicely placed for getting around the Lakes and also has some nice foody places/pubs. The house itself is lovely and what a bonus having an ensuite in every room. I would definitely stay again.

Daniel

On Thursday, 16 May 2024

Fantastic stay. 5 stars on all fronts.

Adam

On Monday, 13 May 2024

Lovely cottage, we had a great stay, thanks so much!

Ian

On Monday, 06 May 2024

Fantastic location, right in the heart of beautiful Hawkshead. Suitable for all our family, and rare to have 4 en-suite bedrooms and especially 1 on the ground floor for our elderly parents. Such a well stocked kitchen with plenty of everything. You could leave the car for the weekend and have an abundance of walks and pubs/resturants on your door step.

Harriet

On Thursday, 25 Apr 2024

My family came to Hawkshead for a weekend away in the lakes, and Wordsworth Lodge was perfect for our needs. We had a 90 year old with us, and chose this property for the accessible downstairs bedroom. We loved that each room had its own bathroom, and particularly enjoyed the incredibly well stocked kitchen! It was a pleasure to stay here, Hawkshead is beautiful and there’s lots to do and see locally, but it also makes a wonderful base to explore more of the lakes.

Liz

On Wednesday, 27 Mar 2024

Property was clean, really well equipped and perfect location. The only suggestion I would have would be to have some throws in the lounge, some in our party like to snuggle under a blanket!

Ronald

On Monday, 18 Mar 2024

One of those enchanted places in the world where time stands still . The town is lovely and the surroundings beyond spectacular. The walks from the house can go straight into the spectrum of many spectacular walks which lead back to the village too !

Chris

On Monday, 12 Feb 2024

We stayed at the property for work purposes and it was great, had everything we needed, quiet and very clean, would definitely recommend

Lee

On Wednesday, 24 Jan 2024

Second airbnb we have stayed in via Lakeland retreats, and this one didn’t disappoint either. Perfect location, spacious home, equipped with everything we needed. Would stay again !

Phoebe

On Wednesday, 15 Nov 2023

Beautiful cottage in Hawkshead! Every bedroom having an ensuite was a real treat! The full-size kitchen was well equiped. The fireplace was also nice to cosy up to. We had a lovely stay!

Karen

On Thursday, 19 Oct 2023

We stayed in this superbly equipped and decorated cottage in September. The cottage was warm and cosy with every thought given to comfort. Decorated and furnished to a very high standard. The way the cottage is set out is perfect for two separate family/friendship groups as there are two double bedrooms off each of the two staircases (leading from the living room) giving privacy for each group if this was something sought. All bedrooms unusually have en-suite bathrooms which is a huge bonus for a property with 4 bedrooms, plus a WC off the living area. In the heart of the village, just a stone’s throw to the village shops, pubs, and restaurants. Great location in the heart of the Lakes.

Lesley

On Wednesday, 18 Oct 2023

Worsdworth Lodge is in a great location right in the village centre within easy walk of the pubs and shops. We were absolutely delighted with the cottage, it has been done to such a high standard whilst retaining it's original charm. It was warm and cosy and had all of the equipment and facilites needed, with a lot of thought put into the furniture and decor. I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending to my family and friends.

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