Old Sawrey Stores

About this property

This former village shop in Beatrix Potter country has been beautifully converted into an elegant studio for two, in the in the picturesque hamlet of Far Sawrey - the land of peace and quiet.

Enter into the open plan living space full of natural light from above and the huge picture windows, giving a light, airy, contemporary studio ambience. The main living space features a well-equipped, modern, fitted dining-kitchen, with hob & microwave (please note no oven), combined with a versatile lounge area with comfortable soft leather armchairs and Smart TV. Two steps lead down to a private, cosy sleeping area with a super king-size bed. Two racks of coat hooks and a seven-drawer chest provide storage for clothing. The bathroom is on the same level, with the shower room complete with underfloor heating. Outside there is a bench and private sitting area as well as bike and canoe storage.

Far Sawrey is a tranquil village to the west of Lake Windermere, with a lovely church, local pub: The Cuckoo Brow, and masses of walking routes from your front door. The Tower Bank Arms at Near Sawrey, is 5-minute drive, or a 20-minute walk. Also here is Hill Top, Beatrix Potter’s home, and many beautiful walks: Moss Eccles Tarn, Claife Heights or Esthwaite Water. Hop on the ferry and head over to lively Bowness, full of shops, restaurants, hire boats and Lake District family attractions in Bowness - including the Royalty Cinema, Old Laundry Theatre and the World of Beatrix Potter attraction. There are lovely walks along the lakeshore in both directions. Wray Castle is a popular destination. Hawkshead village is also only a short drive away. With its car-free cobbled streets, local shops, tea rooms and tempting delicatessens you'll find a leisurely day is well spent. A little further on is Ambleside; a cosmopolitan Lake District village with sophisticated shops, cafes and restaurants. From Ambleside, you can also stroll to Waterhead Pier to take a cruise on Lake Windermere or follow the A591 to Rydal Water and historic Grasmere.

The village of Far Sawrey has a pub/restaurant, whilst Bowness, with all its shops, restaurants and leisure facilities, is just a short distance across the lake by ferry. Also close by is ‘Hill Top’, once the home of Beatrix Potter, and Hawkshead with its picturesque 17th century cottages. Footpaths lead from the grounds to the village and Claife Heights - a noted beauty spot of forests and tarns. Watersports are close at hand on Windermere, along with Lake Cruises and the majestic Wray Castle to admire. Fishing can be enjoyed on nearby Esthwaite Water and, of course, fell walking.

Accommodation

One bedroom: 1 x super king-size (zip/link can be split into 2 x twins on request).

Shower room with shower, basin and WC.

Open plan living space with kitchen, dining area, sitting area and bedroom.

Underfloor heating in shower room.

Electric hob, microwave, fridge, TV, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Patio with furniture.

Secure storage for bikes/canoes.

Off road parking for 1 car.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Pub 5 min walk.

Shop 2.9 miles.

Claife viewing station 1.2 miles.