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Rowan Cottage, Grasmere

Rowan Cottage is a charming 19th century stone terrace that overlooks the fells of Grasmere. The cottage sleeps six people and has two double bedrooms (one with an en-suite) a twin room and a family bathroom. The first floor features a spacious kitchen diner and lounge with living flame fireplace. Characterful features throughout add to this property's charm. Just a stone's throw away from the shops and restaurants of Grasmere village and with a local pub on its doorstep, Rowan Cottage is a great holiday home for any season. It includes one parking permit and free wifi throughout.

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Accommodation Details

Over two floors. Three ground floor bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower and basin, 1 x double, 1 x twin. Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. First-floor basin and WC. First floor kitchen with dining area. First floor sitting room with living flame electric fire.

Within a short walking distance to the heart of Grasmere village, the traditional 19th century Rowan Cottage overlooks the fells of Silver How and Helm Crag. With enough space to sleep up to six people, it has been tastefully furnished with comfort in mind and features everything necessary for a family holiday to the Lakes. On entry through this property's charming entrance hallway, you are lead to three bedrooms and a house bathroom, with the master bedroom boasting a feature Victorian fireplace and the second double bedroom including an en-suite. On the first floor, you will find a diner kitchen that is equipped with everything you'll need for a hearty meal and family catch-up. It also features a washing machine, giving everyone the opportunity to clean mucky clothes after exploring the outdoors. A first-floor cottage lounge with a rustic living flame gas fire makes for the perfect place to unwind and catch up on TV, whilst its characterful window seat and bay window provides a peaceful reading nook. You can also find an additional WC on this floor, which is great for cutting down on bathroom queues. Rowan Cottage doesn't have a garden but is tucked away with rolling hills, fields to play in and a local pub just on its doorstep. Perhaps most famous for being William Wordsworth's home and inspiration for much of his poetry, Grasmere is adored by walkers and cyclists for its varied inclines and picturesque scenes. It is also home to the world-famous gingerbread shop, Michelin guide-recommended restaurants, tea rooms and cafes as well as quaint, local shops and galleries. Seated at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, you can explore the waters or take a hike across hills and fells in every direction from Grasmere. You can also take a short trip to the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction in Bowness-on-Windermere, or see her home at Hill Top in Hawkshead. Rowan Cottage is an ideal spot to explore Grasmere and the Lake District any time of year, offering a serene place to rest and unwind in after exploring the outdoors.

Grasmere is located in the centre of the Lake District National Park, renowned for being the home of William Wordsworth. There are many places to visit, including The Grasmere Gingerbread shop, as well as a number of shops, pubs and a church dating back to the 13th century. You can also visit Grasmere Lake. Nearby is the town of Ambleside and Lake Windermere. Here you can visit more shops and pubs and enjoy some watersports or even a cruise!

Location Details

Grasmere is located in the centre of the Lake District National Park, renowned for being the home of William Wordsworth. There are many places to visit, including The Grasmere Gingerbread shop, as well as a number of shops, pubs and a church dating back to the 13th century. You can also visit Grasmere Lake. Nearby is the town of Ambleside and Lake Windermere. Here you can visit more shops and pubs and enjoy some watersports or even a cruise!

Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Grasmere is detailed below.

Fri 31st Snow 6°C 1°C 9mph 6.5mm 1,023mb
Sat 1st Overcast clouds 3°C 1°C 8mph 0.0mm 1,024mb
Sun 2nd Light rain 4°C 2°C 10mph 1.1mm 1,017mb
Mon 3rd Overcast clouds 5°C 3°C 14mph 0.0mm 1,020mb
Tue 4th Moderate rain 6°C 3°C 16mph 7.6mm 1,016mb
Wed 5th Light snow 5°C 1°C 6mph 0.2mm 1,041mb
Thu 6th Sky is clear 5°C 0°C 4mph 0.0mm 1,045mb

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