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Scarr Head Cottage, a beautiful, detached stone cottage for 5 guests in an idyllic Lake District set provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Scarr Head Cottage, a beautiful, detached stone cottage for 5 guests in an idyllic Lake District set

  • Packed with character and charm, Scarr Head Cottage has been thoughtfully and sympathetically renovated to the highest of standards. With traditional flagstone floors throughout the ground floor and beams in every room, Scarr Head is a quintessential Lake District cottage. Packed with quality and character throughout, it is perfect for anyone seeking a 3 bedroom holiday home bursting with Lake District charm. Its peaceful and tranquil setting offers a slice of true Lake District escapism, away from the hustle and bustle of the everyday. Against a dramatic backdrop of mountains and rolling hills, Scarr Head Cottage is a picture-perfect image of a Lake District home and offers exceptional accommodation within a truly special rural location. Beautiful inside and out, Scar Head Cottage is an ideal base for those looking to explore Torver, Coniston and the wider Lakes area.

    Ground Floor
    Entrance from the parking area into the beautiful country kitchen complete with slate flagstone flooring, stylish units and all modern Neff appliances including, oven, induction hob, microwave and dishwasher. The kitchen is completed with a dining table and chairs, ideal for relaxed morning breakfasts or sociable evening drinks. Off the kitchen is a very useful utility room with sink, fridge and freezer washing machine, tumble dryer and storage space for outdoor gear.

    An internal hallway leads through to the sitting and dining room. Here, traditional features merge with modern comforts to create a homely space which is welcoming to all who enter. Characterful beams combine with the stone flooring and wood panelling to create a traditional Lakeland ambience. The modern log burning stove and comfortable furnishings ensure the room is as warm as it is welcoming. A Smart TV completes the room. Three windows, each with its own window seat, flood the room with light and a glass panelled door leads to an outside patio area. At the other end of the room, the dining space with table and chairs for 6 is the ideal space to enjoy a hearty meal after a day spent exploring.

    Also off the hallway is a useful downstairs cloakroom with W.C. and basin.

    First Floor
    A curved staircase leads to a large landing area lit with its own window. Off the landing are three bedrooms, shower room and the family bathroom.

    Bedroom 1 has a double bed and lovely views over the garden

    Next to Bedroom 1 is a shower room with W.C. and basin

    Bedroom 2 is a twin room to the front of the cottage with lovely views

    Bedroom 3 has a large (4') single bed and countryside views

    Completing the first floor is a large, family bathroom which offers modern, luxurious facilities yet retains much character. There is a large walk-in shower, separate bath, W.C. and basin.

    Outside
    Spacious lawned garden which enjoys a peaceful location to the side of the cottage. With space for relaxing, playing and dining, the garden a haven of tranquillity in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Footpaths run from cottage door to the iconic Old Man of Coniston mountain as well as to the stunning Banishead Quarry, dramatic Goat's Water and the ancient packhorse route Walna Scar Road.

    Parking
    Off-road parking for several cars on the private driveway

    Facilities include
    Bed linen, towels, super-fast fibre broadband Wi-Fi and initial logs for the fire.

    No. of Dogs Welcome
    2 (please note that dogs are not permitted on furniture or upstairs)

    Cottage notes
    Please note there are low beams into some of the bedrooms. Taller guests please take care. Dogs welcome downstairs. please do not allow pets on furniture or in bedrooms.

    Nearby
    Public Transport 500 yards
    Pub 700 yards
    Shop 700 yards

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Deck/patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Dryer

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Coniston is home to this apartment. Hawkshead Grammar School and St Mary Magdalene's Church are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Go Ape Grizedale and Ambleside Climbing Wall. Raw War Paintball and Cocoa Hearts are also worth visiting. Visit our Coniston travel guide
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Coniston, Cumbria

What's nearby

  • Coniston Water
    Coniston Water
    7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • The vast expanse of Lake Windermere shown from above the village of Ambleside in the British Lake District.
    Lake Windermere
    39 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
    Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
    50 min drive - 23.8 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter
    World of Beatrix Potter
    58 min drive - 29.4 km
  • beach near Torver Common Wood
    8 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Silecroft Station
    17 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Manor House
    14 min drive
  • The Three Shires Inn
    11 min drive
  • Blacksmiths Arms
    10 min drive
  • The Drunken Duck Inn & Restaurant
    13 min drive
  • Bluebird Cafe
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Scarr Head Cottage, a beautiful, detached stone cottage for 5 guests in an idyllic Lake District set pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Scarr Head Cottage, a beautiful, detached stone cottage for 5 guests in an idyllic Lake District set?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Scarr Head Cottage, a beautiful, detached stone cottage for 5 guests in an idyllic Lake District set?

Check-out is at 9:30 AM.

Where is Scarr Head Cottage, a beautiful, detached stone cottage for 5 guests in an idyllic Lake District set located?

Situated in Coniston, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Coniston Water, John Ruskin Museum, and Old Man of Coniston. Lake Windermere and Tarn Hows are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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