Smithy Cottage - sleeps 6, dog friendly, central in Hawkshead with parking

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A kitchen with white cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a chandelier.
A stone wall with a metal gate labeled "SMITHY CO." in front of a building entrance.
A cozy living room with a leather sofa, a fireplace, a television, and framed artwork on the walls.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stone countertop, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A neatly made bed with a dark green blanket, two bedside lamps, a wooden nightstand with a bottle, and a heart-shaped wall decoration.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Grizedale Forest

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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Hawkshead, Cumbria
  • Place, Church of St Mary
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grizedale Forest
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Hawkshead Grammar School
    ‪4 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom #1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom #2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

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About the area

Ambleside

Ambleside is home to this cottage. Hawkshead Grammar School and John Ruskin Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Go Ape Grizedale and Brantwood. Raw War Paintball and Rydal Hall Labyrinth are also worth visiting.
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Map
Hawkshead, Cumbria

What's nearby

  • Church of St Mary - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grizedale Forest - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Hawkshead Grammar School - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 21 min drive - 13.4 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 21 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bluebird Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Magic Roundabout - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Smithy Cottage - sleeps 6, dog friendly, central in Hawkshead with parking pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Smithy Cottage - sleeps 6, dog friendly, central in Hawkshead with parking?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Smithy Cottage - sleeps 6, dog friendly, central in Hawkshead with parking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Smithy Cottage - sleeps 6, dog friendly, central in Hawkshead with parking?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Smithy Cottage - sleeps 6, dog friendly, central in Hawkshead with parking located?

Situated in Ambleside, this cottage is steps away from Hawkshead Grammar School and Church of St Mary. Grizedale Forest and Hill Top Farm are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great cottage in a lovely villagr

Had a great few days in the autumn sunshine. The cottage is very cosy, well appointed and minutes walk from several pubs and restaurants. The parking in the car park is only 5 minutes walk. Would definitely stay again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic stay at Smithy cottage

We had a fantastic stay at smithy cottage, there was everything we needed to make are stay enjoyable, spotlessly clean, beds very comfortable and the location was a stone’s throw from the village, received lovely welcome goodies that was much appreciated, we would highly recommend this property to anyone and will definitely be returning in the near future
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Enjoyable stay

Well equipped traditional cottage in quaint lakeland village. Good communication from Tarn & Fell. Enjoyed our visit very much.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely mini break at Smithy Cottage

Smithy Cottage definitely didn't disappoint. A perfect cottage in a great location. Very clean on arrival and very well equipped making our stay comfortable, relaxing and very enjoyable. Also thanks to Ross for his recommendations of places to visit we had a great time at all of them. As always nothing is too much trouble and another perfect stay in one of Tarn and Fell escapes.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous property

Lovely presented cottage in a perfect location. Cottage was really well equipped and had lovely charm. Many thoughtful touches made to ensure you had a wonderful stay. The village of Hawkshead is easy to get to and for a small village has lots of pubs and shops. Walks straight from the front door and Ambleside, Conitson and Windemere all nearby.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Five stars

This was our second stay in Smithy Cottage and everything was just as perfect. Superbly equipped, comfortable and great location make it a five star destination. Tarn & Fell provide a unique personalised service.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location in a beautiful village.

A lovely well maintained and well equipped cottage. Everything you need for a comfortable stay. Great location in a beautiful village with all the amenities you’ll want. Excellent communication from host.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous holiday property

Smithy Cottage is superbly well equipped for a relaxing holiday in the Lake District, great location with parking in the village just a short walk from the cottage. Great service and communication with Tarn & Fell.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Short stay

Excellent cottage in a very central position in Hawkshead. Easy to find with walks on the doorstep. Very comfortable beds and plenty of space to relax in. It was raining so the outdoor seating was unused but would be very useful in good weather
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

100

A wonderful cottage in a delightful village location. Loved the attention to the little details including Dog biscuits and candles for a Birthday cake incase you forgot!! Highly recommend a stay here.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic property in a wonderful location

My family and I have just arrived home following a fabulous long weekend break at Smithy Cottage. The cottage is equipped with everything you could possibly need. The kitchen is perfectly designed and the living room is beautifully decorated. Each of the 3 bedrooms are very comfortable. The cottage sits on the edge of the beautiful village in a perfect position with the garden a perfect suntrap in the afternoon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A nice relaxed holiday in fabulous Hawkshead cottage

We had a nice family holiday with our two student sons and two dogs here at Smithy cottage. The cottage is very comfortable and clean, fully equipped and was just right for us and ideal for the dogs. Handily placed near the centre of Hawkshead and so was only a short stroll to any of the nice pubs which was very welcome after a day out walking. In fact we didn’t use the car at all which was great. Plenty walks starting from the doorstep (might be worth putting some walking guides for people who don’t know the area in the cottage like the pink ones for Latterbarrow etc). We hope to come back - thanks.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay at Smithy Cottage

Fantastic stay at Smithy Cottage, a lovely cosy property which was very clean and tidy and well equipped. Location was great as close to all amenities. My only feedback would be parking, could do with a second permit as house sleeps 6 people and that's 2 cars, so parking was costly for my daughter for a week. Carparking was only a short walk from the cottage so no problem. Surprised that not all windows upstairs were able to be opened, including the bathroom and one of the bedrooms, would have liked some fresh air in the morning and for ventilation, but imagine its the age of the property. Very friendly hosts who called to let us know final details. a lovely stay and all round an excellent Cottage inthe right location to explore the Lakes with ease
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Smithy Cottage, Hawkshead. Booked through Tern and Fell Escapes

I was lucky enough to win a week's free stay in a social media competition. This gave us the opportunity to visit the beautiful Lake District. From the outset the communication from Tarn snd Fell Escapes was excellent and all instructions and vital information was clear. The cottage is situated in the centre of Hawkshead which makes it convenient for the pubs, cafes and shops in the village. A bus stop is also nearby. Parking is provided by way of a permit in a carpark in the village. The cottage is beautifully maintained, well stocked with essentials and really clean. I can't fault it. Thank you Tarn and Fell Escapes for a great holiday !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely cottage in a perfect location for the lakes

Smashing cottage with some lovely little touches on arrival. What we loved was that is was home from home, with tea and coffee, a few dishwasher tables, dishcloths and everything you needed to get started. The little courtyard garden was a nice place to sit with a coffee (even in the freezing cold!) and I imagine it would be a lovely place to sit in the summer months. On the doorstep to beautiful scenery and the local pub and co-op. My only minor grumble was the frustration at the fire doors which automatically close and nearly chopped the dog in half - but there were door stops available to use. It's a cottage with wooden floor boards that creak so going to the loo in the night can be a noisy affair. The rooms were clean and tidy and the bedrooms were a really decent size! If I could make one improvement it would be to put a waterproof boot box outside so that rather than shoes and boots piling up and tripping us over in the kitchen we could leave them outside, giving us more space and less dirt!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A fantastic base to explore the lakes

Comfortable house in a great location, close to all amenities in the village (pub, supermarket, tea room, restaurant, pharmacy etc.). The bedrooms were spacious and bedding was comfortable. The front garden was pleasant and walking trails are very accessible directly from the house. Highly recommended.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Sept, 2026
Thanks for your review, James!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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