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DORMOUSE COTTAGE, romantic, character holiday cottage in Coniston
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3105 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Coniston, Cumbria & The Lake District
- John Ruskin Museum7 min walk
- Old Man of Coniston9 min drive
- Coniston Water12 min drive
- Barrow-In-Furness (BWF-Walney Island)58 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Garden
Dining area
About this property
DORMOUSE COTTAGE, romantic, character holiday cottage in Coniston
Two bed property located in Coniston with a garden and patio you can enjoy and private parking
Amenities: Gorgeous Lakeland Cottage on the slopes of Coniston Old Man, beautiful terraced cottage garden, looking over the fields to Coniston water.
Short walk, downhill, to the village centre, lake and a local Inn-no need to drive.
Large secure bike and kit store.
Parking on the lane close to the property (first come basis).
Wi-fi, Smart TV with soundbar open fire (fuel not included).
Double electric oven, hob & microwave, fridge & freezer, washing machine.
Gas central heating throughout.
Children over 10 years old welcome.
Bed linen and towels provided.
Town: Nestling at the head of Coniston Water, the pretty village of Coniston is surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the Lake District National Park, making it a superb base for touring, with Hawkshead, Ambleside, Windermere and Grasmere just a short drive away. Superb walking, mountain biking and climbing are available locally on Coniston Old Man and Wetherlam, and the lovely woodland trails at Grizedale Forest. For watersports enthusiasts, the quiet lake is ideal for dinghy sailing and canoeing, whilst the less active can enjoy a leisure cruise on the beautiful steam yacht 'Gondola’, or visit Brantwood, the former home of John Ruskin. Nearby attractions include the award-winning village of Hawkshead, home of the Beatrix Potter Gallery, Tarn Hows, one of the most visited beauty spots in the country and Esthwaite Water, famous for its fishing. A first class holiday location at any time of the year.
Amenities: Gorgeous Lakeland Cottage on the slopes of Coniston Old Man, beautiful terraced cottage garden, looking over the fields to Coniston water.
Short walk, downhill, to the village centre, lake and a local Inn-no need to drive.
Large secure bike and kit store.
Parking on the lane close to the property (first come basis).
Wi-fi, Smart TV with soundbar open fire (fuel not included).
Double electric oven, hob & microwave, fridge & freezer, washing machine.
Gas central heating throughout.
Children over 10 years old welcome.
Bed linen and towels provided.
Town: Nestling at the head of Coniston Water, the pretty village of Coniston is surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the Lake District National Park, making it a superb base for touring, with Hawkshead, Ambleside, Windermere and Grasmere just a short drive away. Superb walking, mountain biking and climbing are available locally on Coniston Old Man and Wetherlam, and the lovely woodland trails at Grizedale Forest. For watersports enthusiasts, the quiet lake is ideal for dinghy sailing and canoeing, whilst the less active can enjoy a leisure cruise on the beautiful steam yacht 'Gondola’, or visit Brantwood, the former home of John Ruskin. Nearby attractions include the award-winning village of Hawkshead, home of the Beatrix Potter Gallery, Tarn Hows, one of the most visited beauty spots in the country and Esthwaite Water, famous for its fishing. A first class holiday location at any time of the year.
Property manager
Sykes Holiday Cottages
Languages
English
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Coniston
Coniston is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Scafell Pike. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ambleside Climbing Wall or Cartmel Racecourse. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
Coniston, Cumbria & The Lake District
What's nearby
- John Ruskin Museum - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Grizedale Forest - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
- Old Man of Coniston - 9 min drive - 3.3 km
- Lake Windermere - 10 min drive - 10.7 km
- Coniston Water - 12 min drive - 7.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Ambleside Pier - 12 min drive
- The Britannia Inn - 8 min drive
- Wainwrights Inn - 9 min drive
- Sticklebarn Tavern - 12 min drive
- Waterhead Coffee Shop - 11 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Over 2 floors.
2 x bedrooms; 1 x king size, 1 x single bedroom
Lounge
Kitchen diner
Shower room
Patio and garden
Outhouse
Parking on the lane close to the property (first come basis).
2 x bedrooms; 1 x king size, 1 x single bedroom
Lounge
Kitchen diner
Shower room
Patio and garden
Outhouse
Parking on the lane close to the property (first come basis).
What makes this property unique
Gorgeous Lakeland Cottage on the slopes of Coniston Old Man, beautiful terraced cottage garden, looking over the fields to Coniston water.
Short walk, downhill, to the village centre, lake and a local Inn-no need to drive.
Large secure bike and kit store.
Parking on the lane close to the property (first come basis).
Wi-fi, Smart TV with soundbar open fire (fuel not included).
Double electric oven, hob & microwave, fridge & freezer, washing machine.
Gas central heating throughout.
Children over 10 years old welcome.
Bed linen and towels provided.
Short walk, downhill, to the village centre, lake and a local Inn-no need to drive.
Large secure bike and kit store.
Parking on the lane close to the property (first come basis).
Wi-fi, Smart TV with soundbar open fire (fuel not included).
Double electric oven, hob & microwave, fridge & freezer, washing machine.
Gas central heating throughout.
Children over 10 years old welcome.
Bed linen and towels provided.
Languages:
English
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