Hawkeshead 5.5 miles. This picturesque, detached lodge rests on the peaceful Graythwaite Estate, close to Hawkshead in the Lake District. Less than a mile from Windermere and with plenty of on-site facilities to take advantage of, Bull Pen is ideal for a group of family or friends wanting to get outdoors and explore the heart of the Lake District National Park. Enter the property into a spacious open-plan living room, with an inviting sitting room that has a choice of cosy furniture to relax onto, placed around the feature stone fireplace, housing a woodburning stove, as well as offering a TV so you can enjoy a film together. The large dining table can set the whole group and offers the perfect excuse to join together and enjoy a home-cooked meal, play a game or make plans for the upcoming days, while the kitchen is well equipped with all the appliances you will need to prepare delicious meals, as well as offering a breakfast bar, for an alternative seating arrangement. The property benefits from five spacious bedrooms, including a king-size double on the ground floor, with an en-suite shower room, ideal for any guests with mobility issues. Head up the staircase to the first floor, which is split into two corridors, accessed via three further steps up, where you will find a further four bedrooms consisting of a king-size double and three twins, suitable for a variety of groups, all of which are spacious and bright and offer ample storage space, while one of the twins rests under the eaves and has a lovely Velux window. There are two bathrooms to choose from; one with a shower over bath and the other has a walk-in shower and Velux window, both have heated towel rails for extra comfort. Outside, you will find ample off-road parking, as well as an enclosed courtyard with furniture, which can be accessed via the patio doors in the living room, and offers a peaceful spot to sit out and enjoy a morning coffee, soaking up your surroundings. Head off-site to enjoy stunning lakeside walks on the shores of Windermere, less than a mile away, while the village of Hawkshead is a short drive away and offers a selection of shops, cafés and restaurants. Visit Grizedale Forest and enjoy walking woodland trails, or for something more adventurous, take on the tree top adventure course. Bull Pen is a fantastic family-friendly property for a Lake District holiday.

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. Cars are banned from the village, leaving visitors free to wander the wealth of tiny alleyways, thoroughfares, archways and courtyards between the whitewashed 17th Century houses. With stunning scenery and numerous attractions within easy touring distance, Hawkshead is in an ideal location at any time of the year.

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