Meadowcroft in Meadowcroft Near Sawrey, Nr Hawkshead, LA22 0LF

About Meadowcroft

Meadowcroft is a four-bedroom cottage in Near Sawrey, Cumbria. This former village shop featured in Beatrix Potter's Tale of Ginger and Pickles. The property sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms with three bathrooms including an en-suite. Groups get plenty of space with a lounge, separate dining room and dedicated games den with Xbox 360.

Near Sawrey sits between Hawkshead and Lake Windermere. The village offers peaceful countryside with walking routes starting from the door. Two pubs stand within walking distance.

The ground floor has a lounge with wood burner and Sky TV, plus an open-plan dining room. The kitchen includes an induction hob, dishwasher and microwave. First floor bedrooms comprise two doubles and one twin. An attic double has sloping ceilings. The main bathroom has a bath and separate shower. A ground-floor shower room and en-suite walk-in shower complete the facilities.

Beatrix Potter's Hill Top (0.1 miles, 1 minute) sits opposite. Hawkshead village (2 miles, 6 minutes) offers shops and cafés. Lake Windermere ferry terminal (1.5 miles, 5 minutes) connects to Bowness. Grizedale Forest (4 miles, 10 minutes) has mountain bike trails and Go Ape.

Meadowcroft works brilliantly for families wanting Lake District walks without tourist crowds. Off-road parking for two cars and an EV charger add practical benefits. Two dogs welcome.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 4
✓Bathrooms: 3
✓Dogs allowed: 2
✓Dishwasher
✓Washing machine
✓Fam: High chair
✓Fam: Travel cot
✓Ground floor bathroom or shower room
✓Kitchen
✓Towels included
✓Luxury 4G/5
✓Family friendly
✓Christmas decorations
✓Other: Electric car charging point
✓Other: Games room/Play Facilities
✓Open fire/wood burner
✓Other: Sky TV
✓WiFi
✓Oven
✓Oven with hob
✓Private parking
✓Property type: House / Cottage
✓Property type 2: Detached
✓Pub within 1 mile
✓TV

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Meadowcroft

Three Bathroom Setup

Main bathroom, ground-floor shower room and en-suite mean no morning queues for larger groups staying together.

Games Den with Xbox

Separate games room keeps younger guests entertained with Xbox 360, DVD player and board games on rainy days.

Walking from the Door

Claife Heights walks start directly from the cottage with spectacular Lake District views across fells and valleys.

Beatrix Potter Location

The cottage featured in Beatrix Potter's tales with Hill Top museum literally across the road from the property.

Well-Equipped Kitchen

Induction hob, dishwasher, large fridge-freezer and microwave make self-catering easy for eight people throughout the week.

Two Village Pubs Walking Distance

Tower Bank Arms sits 100 paces away with Sawrey House Hotel nearby for meals without needing cars.

Getting To Meadowcroft

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Meadowcroft by car, take the B5285 through Hawkshead towards Near Sawrey. The cottage sits in the village centre with off-road parking for two cars on the driveway.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Windermere, approximately 6 miles away. Taxis run regularly from the station to Near Sawrey, taking around 20 minutes.

Off-road parking for two cars

Windermere station (6 miles)

Easily accessible from the B5285

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Beatrix Potter's Hill Top

Distance: 0.1 miles

LA22 0LF

Grizedale Forest

Distance: 4 miles

LA22 0QJ

Lake Windermere Ferry

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA22 0LP

Claife Heights

Distance: 0.2 miles

LA22 0LF

Moss Eccles Tarn

Distance: 1.8 miles

LA22 0NG

Esthwaite Water

Distance: 1 mile

LA22 0LD

Hawkshead Village

Distance: 2 miles

LA22 0NS

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 7 miles

LA22 9BS

Windermere Booths

Distance: 6 miles

LA23 1AF

Bowness-on-Windermere

Distance: 3 miles

LA23 3HQ

Coniston Water

Distance: 6 miles

LA21 8AN

Tarn Hows

Distance: 4 miles

LA22 0PR

Beatrix Potter's Hill Top

Distance: 0.1 miles

LA22 0LF

Grizedale Forest

Distance: 4 miles

LA22 0QJ

Lake Windermere Ferry

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA22 0LP

Claife Heights

Distance: 0.2 miles

LA22 0LF

Moss Eccles Tarn

Distance: 1.8 miles

LA22 0NG

Esthwaite Water

Distance: 1 mile

LA22 0LD

Hawkshead Village

Distance: 2 miles

LA22 0NS

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 7 miles

LA22 9BS

Windermere Booths

Distance: 6 miles

LA23 1AF

Bowness-on-Windermere

Distance: 3 miles

LA23 3HQ

Coniston Water

Distance: 6 miles

LA21 8AN

Tarn Hows

Distance: 4 miles

LA22 0PR

Is Meadowcroft Right For Your Group

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

For Families

The games den provides dedicated space with Xbox 360 console and DVD player. Board games fill shelves for rainy afternoons. Beatrix Potter's Hill Top sits across the road with interactive exhibits. The rear patio offers safe outdoor space. Travel cot and highchair come as standard. Esthwaite Water (1 mile) has a waterside café popular with families. Grizedale Forest's Go Ape course suits older children.

Groups Will Love...

The games den creates a separate entertainment zone away from main living areas. Xbox 360 comes with controllers and game selection. DVD player and television provide film nights. Shelves hold board games for all ages. This dedicated room means adults can relax in the lounge whilst younger guests play. The space works particularly well for multi-generational groups wanting their own areas throughout the day.

Pet Friendly

Meadowcroft welcomes two dogs with direct access to Claife Heights walking routes from the cottage door. The rear patio provides secure outdoor space for morning routines. Near Sawrey's quiet village lanes suit lead walking. Esthwaite Water circular walk (1 mile away) allows off-lead running in open countryside. Local pubs including Tower Bank Arms accept well-behaved dogs in bar areas. The cottage has hard floors downstairs for easy cleaning.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Meadowcroft

Tower Bank Arms

Located 100 paces from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0LF

Sawrey House Hotel

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0LF

Esthwaite Water Café

Located 1 mile from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0LD

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Meadowcroft

How many does Meadowcroft sleep and what are the bedroom arrangements?

Meadowcroft sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms: two first-floor doubles, one first-floor twin and one attic double with sloping ceilings. Three bathrooms serve the property including a main bathroom with bath and separate shower, ground-floor shower room and first-floor en-suite with walk-in shower.

Is Meadowcroft pet friendly?

Yes, Meadowcroft welcomes two dogs with walks starting directly from the cottage onto Claife Heights. The rear patio provides outdoor space and Near Sawrey's quiet lanes suit dog walking.

What facilities does the games den have?

The games den includes an Xbox 360 console with controllers, DVD player and selection of board games. This separate room gives younger guests their own entertainment space away from main living areas.

Where can we park at Meadowcroft?

The property has a driveway with off-road parking for two cars. A newly installed EV charger is available with instructions provided at the cottage.

What's in the kitchen at Meadowcroft?

The kitchen has an electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge-freezer and dishwasher. A utility room contains a washing machine and tumble dryer for longer stays.

How far is Meadowcroft from Lake Windermere?

Lake Windermere ferry terminal sits 1.5 miles away, roughly five minutes by car. The ferry connects Near Sawrey to Bowness-on-Windermere for lake activities and boat trips.

What can groups do near Meadowcroft?

Beatrix Potter's Hill Top museum is 0.1 miles away across the road. Hawkshead village (2 miles) has shops and cafés whilst Grizedale Forest (4 miles) offers mountain biking and Go Ape activities.

Are there pubs near Meadowcroft?

Tower Bank Arms sits 100 paces from the cottage with Sawrey House Hotel also within walking distance. Both serve food but booking ahead is strongly recommended during busy periods.