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ACORN COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Coniston

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A white house with a stone wall and a grassy field in the foreground.
A stone pathway leading to a wooden picnic table in a lush garden with a view of a forested hillside.
A well-maintained garden with a stone pathway, neatly trimmed hedges, and a small gazebo.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, a red armchair, and a black leather sofa.
A kitchen with a sink, stove, oven, and a wooden table.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Fireplace
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Coniston, Cumbria & The Lake District
  • Place, John Ruskin Museum
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Coniston Water
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

ACORN COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Coniston

This terraced cottage rests on the outskirts of Coniston in the Lake District and can sleep five people in three bedrooms.

Acorn Cottage is one of a row of eight terraced cottages, formerly owned by the author Beatrix Potter, on the outskirts of Coniston in the Lake district. The property has three bedrooms; two doubles and a single, sleeping five guests. The property also has a family bathroom, a shower room, a kitchen/diner and a sitting room with a woodburning stove. Outside is ample off-road parking and an enclosed garden with lawn, patio and furniture. STARLINK satellite Wi-Fi, download speed 200mb per second. Power and a starter pack of fuel inc. in rent. 1 well behaved dog welcome. Acorn Cottage offers a tranquil base for a Lake District holiday.

Amenities: Electric heating with woodburning stove. TV, selection of books. STARLINK satellite Wi-Fi, download speed 200mb per second. Power and a starter pack of fuel inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Patio and shared lawned garden with furniture, privately owned shed for storage. One well-behaved pet. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 3 miles, Pub 1.5 miles. Please Note: This property is on a private water supply.

Region: 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.

Town: The scenic village of Coniston is surrounded by lovely Lake District National Park scenery, making it a superb base for touring. Located at the head of Coniston Water, nearby tourist attractions of Hawkshead, Ambleside, Windermere and Grasmere are all just a short drive away. There are superb walking, mountain biking and climbing opportunities on Coniston Old Man and Wetherlam, with 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’. Nearby attractions include the award-winning village of Hawkshead, home of the Beatrix Potter Gallery, Brantwood, the former home of John Ruskin, 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.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10690789
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

Located in Coniston, this cottage is in the mountains. Brantwood and Ambleside Pier are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cocoa Hearts and The Herdy Shop. Grasmere Showground and Rydal Hall Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with canoeing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Coniston, Cumbria & The Lake District

What's nearby

  • John Ruskin Museum - 18 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Coniston Water - 21 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Lake Windermere - 32 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Grizedale Forest - 32 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 35 min drive - 16.8 km

Getting around

  • Green Road Station - 25 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Distiller’s Arms - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Pier Cafe Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Wateredge Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Three Shires Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tweedies Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ACORN COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Coniston pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at ACORN COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Coniston?

As of 5 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ACORN COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Coniston on 18 Sept 2026 start from £507, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at ACORN COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Coniston?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ACORN COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Coniston?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ACORN COTTAGE, pet friendly, character holiday cottage in Coniston located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Tarn Hows, Coniston Water and John Ruskin Museum. John Ruskin's Grave and Skelwith Force are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Over three floors. Three bedrooms: 1 x King-Sized double, 1 x second-floor double, 1 x second-floor single. Bathroom with shower over bath, basin, heated towel rail and WC, Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Kitchen/diner. Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Sitting room with woodburning stove

What makes this property unique

Electric heating with woodburning stove. TV, selection of books and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off road parking for 2 cars. Patio and shared lawned garden with furniture, privately owned shed for storage. One well-behaved pet. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 3 miles, Pub 1.5 miles
Notes: Please be advised that sheep do run freely on the property.

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