Title: A lovely open plan detached cottage in a rural location. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A lovely open plan detached cottage in a rural location. Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Windermere ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63870000/63869700/63869684/42aedbe4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63870000/63869700/63869684/53bd497e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63870000/63869700/63869684/42849763.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63870000/63869700/63869684/w2598h1947x0y0-3ed3a47c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63870000/63869700/63869684/4cdf635e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Gardeners Cottage is a haven for couples seeking relaxation in the Lake District National Park. Enjoy open-plan living, unwind with Freeview TV and take advantage of the fully-equipped kitchen area. With WiFi included, private parking, and a shared washing machine facility, your stay will be seamless. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A lovely open plan detached cottage in a rural location. A lovely open plan detached cottage in a rural location. Perfect for couples looking for a quiet and relaxing break, with plenty of walks and cycle routes nearby. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview TV Dining area. Kitchen area: (3 Steps), Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Fridge/Freezer Bedroom area: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Shed with washing machine (shared with other property on-site).. Courtyard. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. If you’re looking for a relaxing break in one of the most beautiful parts of The Lake District National Park, then look no further than Gardeners Cottage. This quaint detached cottage is just a short stroll from the centre of Near Sawrey village and is ideal for couples looking to unwind and use as a base to explore the stunning surroundings. Near Sawrey is located between Lake Windermere and Hawkshead and nestles on the shores of Esthwaite Water. It’s also home to Hill Top, Beatrix Potter’s former home where the inspiration was drawn for many of her famous tales. Here you are also less than a 5-minute walk from an excellent village pub offering good food and local ales, with an open fire and a real country pub feel to it. This detached cottage is situated in a small courtyard with greenery at the entrance adding a splash of colour to the stone façade. The ceiling has two Velux style windows which provide plenty of daylight to the interior. This comfortable cottage offers spacious open plan living with a double bed and plenty of seating and storage for your belongings. 3 steps lead down to the kitchen area, which features a breakfast bar and is well-equipped with everything you could need to prepare a hearty breakfast or an evening banquet. There is a shower room with large shower, making this property ideal for a couple’s getaway. The private parking space is directly outside the property and there is an outhouse housing a washing machine, shared with the holiday apartment next door. The picturesque village has lovely scenery and walks available from your doorstep. Just 2 miles away you’ll find Hawkshead which offers a range of pubs, shops and plenty of independent cafés and coffee shops. Here you are just a short drive from the Windermere car ferry, which in just 10 minutes takes you across the Lake to Bowness-on-Windermere with an abundance of shops, bars, restaurants. Take the steamer across the lake to Ambleside in the north and Lakeside in the south which connects to The Lakeside and Haverthwaite Steam Railway. Here you are close to Grizedale Forest with lots of woodland walks, cycle routes and a high rope adventure course, great fun for adults! For golfers, you can access Windermere Golf Course in a short drive as well as Esthwaite Trout Fishery which is just 1 mile away. Beach ¾ miles. Gardeners Cottage can be booked together with Garth Court to accommodate up to 4 guests. Pub within 1 mile. Free WiFi There are steps within the property. The owner lives on-site/nearby. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93240000/93231500/93231440/01d2c2a5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A lovely, romantic, cosy and intimate lodge. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Cottage 1 bedroom accommodation in Near Sawrey, near Ambleside Cottage 1 bedroom accommodation in Near Sawrey, near Ambleside Ambleside su-UK32487-UK32487 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.35296%2C-2.97363&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=WL0yYUm9nRnE5IHn21cFeyG-0KA=) Near Sawrey, near Ambleside #### What's nearby - Lake Windermere - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles - Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 10 min drive - 3.6 miles - Bowness Pier - 11 min drive - 3.4 miles - World of Beatrix Potter - 11 min drive - 3.6 miles - Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 15 min drive - 10.2 miles #### Getting around - Burneside Station - 20 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lake View Garden - ‬10 min drive - ‪Driftwood - ‬10 min drive - ‪Quayside Sports Bar - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A lovely open plan detached cottage in a rural location. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at A lovely open plan detached cottage in a rural location.? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at A lovely open plan detached cottage in a rural location.? > Checkout is at 9:00 AM. ### Where is A lovely open plan detached cottage in a rural location. located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Hill Top Farm and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Lake Windermere. Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore and Windermere Ferry are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## A lovely open plan detached cottage in a rural location. Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Paul Simpson 7 Jun 2025 #### Gardener’s Cottage is a cleverly created space. Gardener’s Cottage is a cleverly created space. We throughly enjoyed our stay. Johnathan and Harriet are excellent hosts.. Paul and Barry ##### Paul Simpson This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### John Gallacher 4 Oct 2025 #### Ideal if you have a small dog, lots of lovely scenic walks around Esthwaite lake and a ferry ride if Ideal if you have a small dog, lots of lovely scenic walks around Esthwaite lake and a ferry ride if you fancy Windermere. Hawkshead village is 2 miles round the lake, The Honey pot has lots of fresh food, and Beatrix Potter house is in the same village of Sawrey.This was our third visit to this accommodation and we had a very relaxing stay, the entrance to the courtyard is a bit narrow but there is also parking a few yards down. Thank you ##### John Gallacher ### 8/10 Good #### Guy C. 10 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in, communication #### Gardeners Cottage,Near Sawrey The property was excellent. The drive is too narrow for big cars, but you are able to park off-road on the owners drive nextdoor. Poor communication from Cottage.com about access with keys. ##### Guy C. 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