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School House Cottage B&B and tea garden

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Hawkshead
Cumbria
England
LA22 0NT
United Kingdom

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School House Cottage B&B and Tea Garden is a delightful retreat nestled in the charming village of Hawkshead in the Lake District. This traditional English bed and breakfast offers an inviting and homely atmosphere, blending the warmth of a family home with the services and comforts of a hotel. Each of their rooms is tastefully decorated, offering a cozy stay with an authentic touch of the countryside charm. Surrounded by lush, scenic gardens, it's a haven for those seeking tranquility and a taste of rural life in one of England's most picturesque landscapes.
What sets School House Cottage apart is its charming tea garden, where guests can enjoy a selection of homemade pastries, cakes, and traditional English teas amidst the idyllic setting of the garden. It's a perfect spot for afternoon relaxation after a day of exploring Hawkshead and the Lake District. The hospitality offered by the hosts at the B&B is exceptional, ensuring that guests have a comfortable and memorable stay. Whether it's a hearty English breakfast to kickstart your day or helpful local tips to navigate the area, their attentive service truly enhances the overall guest experience.
The B&B's location in Hawkshead village also makes it a great base for exploring local attractions and landmarks. The village itself is steeped in history with connections to notable figures like William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Visitors can explore the Beatrix Potter Gallery and Hill Top, the home of the beloved children's author. For nature lovers, nearby trails lead to the stunning landscapes of Grizedale Forest and Lake Windermere. Other nearby landmarks include Hawkshead Grammar School, the Hawkshead Courthouse, and the Church of St Michael & All Angels. Staying at School House Cottage B&B and Tea Garden provides not just a comfortable stay but also an opportunity to immerse oneself in the local history, culture, and natural beauty of the Lake District.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 252 feet / 76.8 metres above sea level

Beaches near this Bed and breakfast distance in miles.

Windermere Beach

Near Windermere - a shingle composition 2.9 miles away. This is not your traditional beach, but known to locals as Windermere Beach, an inland freshwater beach backed by flat grassy land on the lake. A good spot to have a picnic and relax when the weather permits

Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom

Private room/s
Tea / Coffee making facilities
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Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Bar
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Open All Year
Airport Parking or Transfers
Free Wifi Internet
Concierge Services
Tour Ticket Assistance
Garden
Laundry Services
Luggage Storage

Accessible Parking

Barbecue

Bicycle rental

Car hire

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🛈 Distances are based on direct straight lines for a guidline, adjust for road travel

International Airports

Teesside International Airport
Darlington County Durham
DL2 1LU
63.7 miles
Leeds Bradford International Airport
Leeds West Yorkshire
LS19 7TU
64.4 miles

Local Airports

Barrow/Walney Island Airport
Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria
LA14 3YS
20.2 miles
Carlisle Lake District Airport
Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
40.1 miles

Motorways

M6 Junction 36
Skipton, Kirkby Lonsdale east & Barrow, Kendal west
14.8 miles
M6 Junction 37
Kendal, Sedbergh
15.4 miles
M6 Junction 38
Kendal, Brough, Appleby
16.7 miles

Railway Stations

Windermere
station code = WDM
LA23 1QA
3.8 miles
Staveley
station code = SVL
LA8 9NB
7.2 miles

Ferry Ports

Heysham Port sailing to ->

Douglas Isle of Man

Address:
South Quay, Heysham
Lancashire
LA3 2XE

23.8 miles

Douglas Ferry Terminal sailing to ->

Belfast (NI), Heysham,Liverpool, Dublin (IE)

Address:
Douglas
Isle of Man
IM1 3ER

61.5 miles

Hotels near School House Cottage B&B and tea garden Bed and breakfast Hawkshead

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Chocolate Factory Hawkshead -
LA22 0NT

SD 35280 98037

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A chocolate factory outlet and and interactive experience for children plus chocolate workshops

0m / 0km - 0 minutes walk

Tom Gill Waterfalls -
LA21 8DP

SD 32439 99891

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A National Trust circular walk through woodlands , wonderful scenery and views which also passes the impressive Tom Gill Waterfalls

2.1m / 3.4km - 31 minutes walk

Beatrix Potter Gallery -
LA22 0NS

SD 35219 98188

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A museum with original illustrations from Beatrix's tales, housed in a 17th-century house in the centre of Hawkhead run by the National Trust

0.1m / 0.2km - 1 minutes walk

Wray Castle -
LA22 0JA

NY 37495 01031

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On first glance it may look like a very well preserved medieval castle but in fact is a Victorian 1840 build which was passed to the National rust in 1929. Now open to the public together with impressive grounds which include Giant Redwood trees and other specimen trees

2.3m / 3.7km - 35 minutes walk

Esthwaite Water -
LA22 0JY

SD 35998 96846

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A relatively smaller lake at 2470 metres long and 477metres wide. Located near Hawkshead between Coniston and Windermere, and a good fishing lake

0.9m / 1.4km - 13 minutes walk

Grizedale Forest Park -
LA22 0QJ

SD 33572 94385

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A recreation location, with forest trails, to walk and cycle, mountain bike trails, you can even hire an Electric bike. Look out for the forest art as you walk and don't forget the forest visitors centre and Grizedale CafÃ©

2.5m / 4km - 38 minutes walk

Tarn Hows -
LA21 8DP

SD 33050 99935

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This Tarn (mountain lake) is a scenoic spot located 180 metres up in the fells North East of Coniston, operated through the National trust there are good footpaths, and a circular walk around this very scenic spot. there is a large car Park for the Tarn.

Elevation = 180 Meters / 590.6 Feet
1.8m / 2.9km - 27 minutes walk

Go Ape Grizedale Forest -
LA22 0QJ

SD 33572 94385

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A treetop adventure with high level walkways, zip wire and Segway Hire to explore Grizedale forest

2.5m / 4km - 38 minutes walk

Hill Top House - Beatrix Potter -
LA22 0LF

SD 37040 95648

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The home of Beatrix Potter's before it was left to the National Trust. This wonderfully preserved 17th-century farmhouse was the inspiration to many of the children's books from this well known writers

1.9m / 3.1km - 28 minutes walk

Lake Windermere -
LA23 3HE

SD 39385 97204

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Windermere is the largest natural lake in England, just over 11 miles long with several popular lakeland towns on its shores

2.6m / 4.2km - 39 minutes walk