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The Briars

Hawkshead Village, Lake District
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs allowed 2
3
star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Light, airy and spacious four-bedroom, detached property
  • Peaceful hamlet location within walking distance of the village of Hawkshead
  • Ideal for a family break in the heart of the Lake District
Property code: LLH41

This property enjoys a quiet location in a small hamlet and yet is within walking distance of the village of Hawkshead, which offers a range of shops, pubs, and several interesting National Trust properties, including the Beatrix Potter Gallery. Within easy reach of both Lake Windermere and Coniston Water, there are plentiful nearby opportunities for scenic boat trips, water sports and stunning walks and climbs. Grizedale Forest is three miles away and offers a choice of walking and cycle routes, as well as children’s play area, sculpture trail, Segway hire, and a high-ropes climbing centre with thrilling zip wire.

At the heart of this beautiful family holiday home is the spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner which offers the perfect space to relax and enjoy spending time together. The lounge area lies to one end of the room, where comfortable seating is arranged around the large fireplace with wood burner. There is also a TV/DVD, and hi-fi in this area, whilst a second seating area, to the side of the fire, offers a lovely place to enjoy the views across the valley from the large windows. At the far end of the room, separated from the lounge area by the central chimney breast, is the well-equipped kitchen area which boasts, an oven, hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, and dishwasher. The large dining table which sits between the lounge and kitchen areas, seats eight. Three of the property’s bedrooms are also located on this floor, the first of which is a king-size room which benefits from an en-suite shower room with WC. There is also a double room on this floor, and a bunk bedroom. The main bathroom on this floor offers both a bath and a separate shower cubicle, as well as WC. The fourth bedroom is located on the lower-ground floor, a double room with en-suite shower and WC. The utility room is also on this floor, which is where guests will find the washing machine and tumble dryer.

Outside, there is a large enclosed patio with plentiful seating and a table, offering guests the chance to relax and enjoy the tranquil surroundings.

  • 4 bedrooms: a king-size, 2 doubles, and bunk bedroom
  • 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower, and WC, 2 en-suite shower rooms with WC
  • TV/DVD, and hi-fi
  • Wood burner with fuel supplied
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, and tumble dryer
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars accessible from the lower ground floor
  • Walking distance to shops, pubs, and restaurant
  • Please ensure noise is kept to a minimum inside and outside the house due to close proximity to the neighbours
  • Music should not be played outside at any time nor loudly inside after 9pm
  • Please note the property accept Hen or Stag dos
  • No fireworks allowed at the property
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Hollie Tattersall

This property joined our collection in 2017 and is managed by Hollie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 10 guest ratings

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Overall equipment
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Overall comfort
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Overall location
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Reviewed by Susan, 26th October 2024

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I wouldnt want to put my comments on a review section of the website for the above reasons. I would recommend this property if the issues I raised were addressed

Reviewed by Jamie, 27th September 2024

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Reviewed by Jackie, 20th September 2024

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Reviewed by Linda, 26th July 2024

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Reviewed by Ruth, 5th April 2024

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Positives; the house is warm and mainly comfortable, bathrooms are decent, view is ok. Negatives - the property is unloved and uncared for and has a general air of shabbiness. Its in need of a deep clean & new kitchen. Tiny under counter fridge for 8! Freezer is noisy. Main bedroom with en-suite smells unpleasantly of damp, bunks are rickety & uncoRead moremfortable with under bed storage falling to bits, the patio needs scrubbing & tidying, the gutters overflow, the TV needs updating. Disappointing. Hide

Reviewed by Jonathan, 17th February 2024

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Lovely and warm. Very cosy and comfortable. Excellent location for walking.

Reviewed by Laura, 29th December 2023

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Lovely property in a great spot! The views are amazing! The house is very comfortable, warm and welcoming. We stayed here as a party of 8 and there was plenty of space for everyone. Within easy walking distance to Hawkshead and a short drive to Grizedale Forest. Would definitely stay here again and recommend.

Reviewed by Russ, 22nd December 2023

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The house is lovely with a super living space and right in the heart of the lakes. We loved the easy access to Grizedale and Hawkeshead. We all enjoyed our stay and would recommend the house and location. A little TLC is required but not enough to put us off returning.

Reviewed by Jayne, 24th November 2023

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Reviewed by Susan, 30th June 2023

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Excellent location a bit steep in some places walking down to the village. Very clean and well equipped. The beds were the comfortised we have ever slept in. Plenty of space and excellent views over the mountains and valley. Needs a little tlc in some places.

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Location

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