The Writing Room, Cumbria self catering property

The Writing Room, Hawkshead, Cumbria - Sleeps 4

A well-presented apartment set in a former Victorian gentlemen’s residence, resting in the village of Near Sawrey. Access to three acres of shared grounds. Stunning views to the southern and western fells. Ideal for a family or two couples.

A stone house with multiple windows and a pointed turret surrounded by greenery with a gravel driveway and a signpost at The Writing Room in Hawkshead

A stone building with a tower surrounded by shrubs and a gravel driveway

A living room with leather sofas wooden tables a fireplace and a television at The Writing Room in Hawkshead

A living room with leather sofas wooden tables floor lamp and fireplace at The Writing Room in Hawkshead

A living room with two leather sofas a wooden coffee table a fireplace and a floor lamp at The Writing Room in Hawkshead

A living room with a fireplace television armchairs coffee table and bookshelf at The Writing Room in Hawkshead

A wooden desk with a chair under an arched window with a welcome sign and a table lamp at The Writing Room in Hawkshead

A hallway with a round wooden table and flower arrangement a patterned rug armchair stairs and a wooden cabinet at The Writing Room in Hawkshead

A kitchen with white cabinets a stove and sink next to a dining table and chairs in a home at The Writing Room in Hawkshead

A kitchen with wooden countertops white cabinets and appliances including toaster kettle coffee maker and microwave at The Writing Room in Hawkshead

A kitchen with dining table and chairs and a view into a living room at The Writing Room in Hawkshead

A kitchen with wooden countertops white cabinets an oven a sink toaster and a window at The Writing Room in Hawkshead

This beautiful two-bedroom holiday home, spread over two floors, has been formed from the original writing room of a Victorian, mid-19th century Gentleman's residence called Sawrey Knotts. It is one of six apartments in this impressive building, which retains the feel and atmosphere of a traditional country house.

The property boasts three acres of shared grounds and stunning views to the southern and western fells. Ideal for a family or two couples. Walk into the large and impressive panelled hallway and find your holiday home on the left. Enter into the hallway and step into your main living room to find an elegant and welcoming space with comfortable leather seating traditional open fire and gorgeous large bay window.

Discover your neat, stylish kitchen and dining area and anticipate lovely meals in this appealing space. Take two steps down to your double bedroom with en-suite walk in shower. Walk downstairs to find a twin bedroom with en-suite shower room. Both bedrooms are bright and spacious. You will also find a separate laundry room with two washing machines and two dryers at the back of the property.

Walk a mile to Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's fascinating home and museum. Have a bite to eat at the well-loved Cuckoo Brow Inn. Wander down to Lake Windermere’s quiet western shore and take the ferry to Bowness to enjoy a scenic cruise. Drive to Hawkshead to explore the historic and beautiful, grade 1 listed village church before visiting Wordsworth’s old school.

After that, relax with a drink in one of village’s excellent cafes or pubs. From your doorstep, you will have the choice of many superb paths and trails around the local area, as well as being in striking distance of some of the best hill walks in the National Park.

Accommodation Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double with walk in shower, 1 x Super king zip link with en-suite shower, basin and WC can be made up as a twin room on request (please request when booking). Separate WC. Kitchen/diner. Sitting room with open fire.

Accommodation Amenities

Oil central heating with open fire. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair available at this property. Off-road parking for two cars. Three acres of shared gardens. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking.

Next availability 08-11-2026

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Accommodation Overview

Sleeps: 4
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 3
Pets: 1

Accommodation Facilities

Dogs welcome
Log fire
Garden
WiFi
Great views
Parking (1 space)
Towels provided
Dishwasher
Cooker
Fridge
Washing machine
High chair
Cot

In the Area

Hill Top, Near Sawrey
Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
National Trust - Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop
Gondola Coniston, Coniston
Townend, Troutbeck
Wray Castle, Ambleside
Coniston Coppermines Valley, Coniston
Allan Bank, Grasmere

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