About this property
Picture an imposing Victorian built former police station and court house just off the centre of Hawkshead village, bring in a creative architect to redesign the building and a local craftsman builder to complete the imaginative conversions and the end result is something a little bit unusual. Fair Cop is a delightful ground floor cottage for two, part of which has been made from the original police cells!
Hawkshead village makes an excellent base for your Lakeland holiday in any season - the car free village centre with its character buildings, pretty shops, good pubs and places to eat is one of the best loved spots in the National Park. There are lovely walks from the door, and further afield Grizedale Forest and around Tarn Hows, plus plenty of opportunities for touring or relaxing throughout the area.
Accommodation: Front door into entrance hall with room to hang your outdoor gear. The stylish sitting/dining room retains the original thick walls and vaulted brick ceilings enhanced by French windows and a multi-fuel burning stove (Smart TV with Freeview). Two open doorways lead through to the fitted kitchen.
There is one bedroom with king-size bed and a bathroom (bath with shower over, basin and wc). Fair Cop is nicely presented with comfortable furnishings throughout and guests will enjoy being so close to the great inns and shops in the village. Gas central heating and hot water.
Outside: French windows open onto the rear courtyard from where you can see beyond the village to the hills including Fairfield in the distance. Parking for one car in a named parking space. Short level walk to village centre approx 200 yards.
Note: Sorry not suitable for children.
The picturesque village of Hawkshead still retains the charm and character that so endeared it to its most famous residents - William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Visitors can wander the wealth of tiny alleyways, thoroughfares, archways and courtyards between the whitewashed 17th century houses. There are many pleasant inns, teashops, guest houses and gift shops in the village, as well as the Beatrix Potter Gallery, which houses an annually changing exhibition of the famous author’s illustrations and stories. The other famous Hawkshead enthusiast, William Wordsworth, attended the Old Grammar School in 1779-87, which still stands today, and you can visit the building where the Lakeland poet developed his love of the form, and even see the desk into which he scratched his name as a small boy! Newby Bridge is ten miles away and offers attractions such as the Aquarium of the Lakes and Windermere Lake Cruises, sailing daily between Ambleside, Bowness and Lakeside. With stunning scenery and numerous attractions within easy touring distance, Hawkshead is in an ideal location at any time of the year.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
One king-size bedroom with hairdryer.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with open fire.
Property heating: Gas, other heating sources: Open Fire (fuel not included).
1 oven of type: electric.
Hobs Microwave.
Fridge.
TV.
Wi-Fi included.
Gas and electricity included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking.
Pets allowed.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (48)
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David
Parking was a bit tricky, especially as I have a larger car. Particularly enjoyed the wood burner in the evening as it was cold at this time of year. Read a few reviews where people whinged about poor decor etc. I found the accommodation exactly the opposite, these people must live in perfect houses in a perfect world. Would happily stay again.
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Steve
On return we were slightly disappointed by the âdoggyâ smell. There was an attempt to mask this with a powerful plug in air freshener which became too much to bear after a short while. Also, whilst not listed, we were surprised by the lack of any way of making coffee. We read the reviews before we booked and a regular comment is made about âfuelâ being included in the description but not in apartment. The âfuel binâ outside was empty bar two part burnt logs. It would be an easy win to put a £8 bag pf logs in there for each visit. There are a couple of places where the wall paper needs re gluing back to the wall and the plastic flowers in the bathroom are thick with dust. Finally, as a suggestion, a bit more cutlery and crockery would mean the dishwasher could be used less.
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Angela
It is situated In the heart of Hawkshead hamlet with shops and pubs right next door (please note itâs a sleepy Hawkshead in January only a handful of shops and 1pub open but suited us perfectly ) plenty of walks to explore on your doorstep which you can locate from books and maps kindly provided provided by the owners to use âFantastic helpâ Overall I would recommend a stay here.