Croft Head in Colthouse, Hawkshead, LA22 0JT | Stunning Cumbria Group Cottage

About Croft Head

Croft Head is a 17th century detached cottage sleeping seven guests in Colthouse, near Hawkshead in the Lake District. This four-bedroom property works brilliantly for families or friend groups wanting easy access to both Lake Windermere and Coniston Water within five miles. The cottage features a multi-fuel stove with plenty of fuel provided, plus a dedicated playroom packed with toys, games and children's books.

The location offers peaceful countryside surroundings with beautiful sloping lawns leading down to a stream with a small waterfall. Snowdrops carpet the garden in late winter. Hawkshead village sits just half a mile away across the fields.

Accommodation includes two king-size bedrooms (one with en-suite shower), one twin room and one single bedroom. The main bathroom has a spa bath and separate shower. Downstairs you'll find a large lounge-diner with comfortable sofas and dining table, plus a well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. Parking for three cars makes arrival straightforward.

Battle Barracks Adventure Centre (4 miles, 10 minutes) offers outdoor activities. Wray Castle sits 3.5 miles away (12 minutes). Tarn Hows lies 2 miles distant (8 minutes). Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's former home, is 1.5 miles away (6 minutes).

Croft Head delivers proper Lake District character with practical group facilities and direct countryside access from your door.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 4
✓Bathrooms: 3
✓Dogs allowed: 3
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Garden enclosed
✓Ground floor bathroom or shower room
✓Kitchen
✓Towels included
✓Family friendly
✓Christmas decorations
✓Other: Games room/Play Facilities
✓Open fire/wood burner
✓WiFi
✓Oven
✓Oven with hob
✓Private parking
✓Property type: House / Cottage
✓Property type 2: Detached
✓Pub within 1 mile
✓Shop within 1 mile
✓TV

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Croft Head

Enclosed Garden with Stream

Beautiful sloping lawns lead down to a pretty stream with waterfall, perfect for children and dogs to explore safely.

Dedicated Playroom for Children

Separate playroom thoughtfully equipped with toys, games, children's books and TV keeps younger guests entertained throughout your stay.

Walking Distance to Hawkshead

Just fifteen minutes across fields to Hawkshead village with its pubs, shops and National Trust properties for easy days out.

Spacious for Larger Groups

Four bedrooms sleeping seven guests with three bathrooms means everyone has space and morning routines run smoothly for groups.

Multi-Fuel Stove and Character

Original 17th century features with working multi-fuel stove and plenty of fuel provided creates cosy evenings after outdoor adventures.

Dog-Friendly with Parking

Welcomes three dogs with enclosed garden and parking for three cars makes arrival straightforward for families travelling with pets.

Getting To Croft Head

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Croft Head by car, take the A593 towards Hawkshead and turn off at Colthouse. The cottage is easily accessible from the main road and you'll have convenient off-road parking for three cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Windermere, approximately 6 miles away. From there, it's a straightforward taxi journey through the Lake District countryside to your accommodation.

Off-road parking for three cars

Windermere station (6 miles)

Easily accessible from the A593

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Hill Top (Beatrix Potter's House)

Distance: 1.5 miles

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Tarn Hows

Distance: 2 miles

LA22 0PS

Wray Castle

Distance: 3.5 miles

LA22 0JA

Hawkshead Village Circular

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 0NS

Grizedale Forest Trails

Distance: 3 miles

LA22 0QJ

Claife Heights Walk

Distance: 2.5 miles

LA22 0JJ

Hawkshead Village Shops

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 0NS

Booths Windermere

Distance: 6 miles

LA23 1DQ

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 5 miles

LA22 9BS

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 5 miles

LA23 1LB

Coniston Water

Distance: 5 miles

LA21 8AN

Grizedale Visitor Centre

Distance: 3 miles

LA22 0QJ

Hill Top (Beatrix Potter's House)

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA22 0LF

Tarn Hows

Distance: 2 miles

LA22 0PS

Wray Castle

Distance: 3.5 miles

LA22 0JA

Hawkshead Village Circular

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 0NS

Grizedale Forest Trails

Distance: 3 miles

LA22 0QJ

Claife Heights Walk

Distance: 2.5 miles

LA22 0JJ

Hawkshead Village Shops

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 0NS

Booths Windermere

Distance: 6 miles

LA23 1DQ

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 5 miles

LA22 9BS

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 5 miles

LA23 1LB

Coniston Water

Distance: 5 miles

LA21 8AN

Grizedale Visitor Centre

Distance: 3 miles

LA22 0QJ

Is Croft Head Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

The dedicated playroom keeps children entertained with toys, games, books and TV. Outside, the enclosed garden with stream and small waterfall provides hours of exploration. Travel cot and highchair are available. The gentle fifteen-minute walk to Hawkshead across fields works well for little legs. Nearby Hill Top (1.5 miles) brings Beatrix Potter stories to life, while Tarn Hows (2 miles) offers easy lakeside walking perfect for families.

Groups Will Love...

The dedicated playroom sets Croft Head apart for family groups. This separate space comes thoughtfully equipped with toys, games, children's books and its own TV with DVD player. Parents can relax in the main lounge while children play safely nearby. Combined with the enclosed garden featuring a stream and waterfall, plus the multi-fuel stove for cosy evenings, the cottage delivers practical spaces that work brilliantly for mixed-age groups throughout your stay.

Pet Friendly

Croft Head welcomes up to three dogs at £20 each per week. The enclosed garden with sloping lawns and stream provides excellent outdoor space for exercise and play. However, reviews note that determined dogs may find escape routes behind bushes near the entrance, so supervision is recommended. The 17th century cottage features stone floors downstairs which work well for muddy paws after Lake District walks. Direct countryside access makes this an excellent base for dog owners.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Croft Head

The Kings Arms, Hawkshead

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0NZ

The Sun Inn, Hawkshead

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0NT

Honeypot Tea Room, Hawkshead

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0NS

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Croft Head

Is Croft Head pet-friendly?

Yes, Croft Head welcomes up to three dogs at £20 each per week. The enclosed garden with stream provides excellent outdoor space, though determined climbers might find escape routes behind bushes near the entrance.

How many people does Croft Head sleep?

The cottage sleeps seven guests across four bedrooms: two king-size rooms (one with en-suite), one twin and one single. Three bathrooms including a main bathroom with spa bath serve the whole group comfortably.

What facilities are provided for children?

Croft Head includes a dedicated playroom with toys, games, children's books and TV. A travel cot and highchair are available, plus the enclosed garden with stream provides safe outdoor play space.

How far is Croft Head from Hawkshead?

Hawkshead village sits just half a mile away, around fifteen minutes walking across fields. The village offers pubs, shops and National Trust properties for supplies and days out.

What parking is available at the property?

Off-road parking for three cars is provided at Croft Head. This makes arrival and group travel arrangements straightforward for larger families or friend groups visiting together.

What kitchen equipment is included?

The kitchen is fully equipped with oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer. A large dining table in the lounge-diner seats the whole group for meals together.

Are there any low ceilings to be aware of?

Yes, as a 17th century cottage, Croft Head has low beams throughout. Taller guests should take care when moving around the property to avoid bumping heads on original features.

What lakes are nearby for days out?

Both Lake Windermere and Coniston Water lie within a five-mile drive from Croft Head. This central location gives groups easy access to watersports, boat trips and lakeside walks from the cottage.