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The Blue Duck

Hawkshead, Cumbria
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Embrace romance in this cosy couples' retreat on the edge of Hawkshead
  • A walker's paradise, the property is surrounded by wonderful nature trails
  • Relax in front of the wood burner and Smart TV after a day of adventure

Property code: OC-LR154

Enjoy fell views and Lakeland walks with a stay at this romantic cottage that’s perfect for a couple and their four-legged companion. Set just off the banks of Esthwaite Water, it’s surrounded by landscapes that inspired William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter, and it won’t take you long to see why. You’re perfectly placed for exploring not one but three lakes here. Alongside Esthwaite, both Coniston Water and Windermere are within 5 miles. With so much shoreline and scenery to discover, you’ll have an almost endless choice of waterside walks to enjoy with your inquisitive pup.

Compact yet thoughtfully arranged, this distinctive single-storey cottage offers a comfortable base to relax between adventures. After scampering up the steps to enter the cottage, get yourselves settled in the open-plan living space. Whether you’re curling up in front of the wood burner, watching the Smart TV or preparing a romantic meal in the kitchen, everything is designed to help you enjoy a well-earned break. And with the double bedroom close by, you’re never too far away from your beloved pet. At the front of the property, a raised terrace enclosed by fencing for privacy offers a peaceful outdoor space to enjoy a morning coffee with your pup happily snoozing at your feet.

Hike to the summit of Claife Heights from Far Sawrey (3 miles) for a rewarding walk with your pooch, admiring sweeping views across Lake Windermere as you climb. Grizedale Forest (2 miles) also has some wonderful walks, with woodland trails for all abilities, even older or slower dogs. If your curious canine has a nose for adventure, try paddleboarding on Coniston. There’s nothing quite like gliding across the water for an unforgettable bonding experience.

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 1 shower room with WC
  • Induction hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer and dishwasher
  • Wood burner
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Enclosed raised terrace with furniture
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Pub and shop 0.5 miles
  • 1 dog welcome. Additional charges may apply
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Alfie Wilkin

This property is personally managed by Alfie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 9 guest ratings

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Reviewed by J A 18th May 2026

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Really lovely accommodation, good location as just a 10 - 15 minute walk across some fields to the village, with some lovely pubs, shops & restaurants all in close proximity. Excellent quality furnishings and interior, relatively spacious and definitely plenty of room for 2 and a large dog! Directions to the property were extremely clear. It would Read morebe useful to have a more detailed guide on using the TV as it was impossible to find out how to get to 'normal' TV channels (for the older, technologically-challenged of us)! It would also be good to note that the parking space is VERY tight. We have a normal size saloon car, but needed to utilise space on nearby driveways to turn round in order to park correctly. Had we been in our other car, which is slightly longer and wider, we wouldn't have been able to park as there just wouldn't have been enough room Hide

Reviewed by Jill 26th October 2025

Great little cottage, very clean and everything you need. Bed very comfy, slept better here than at home. Lovely view from the living room and balcony. Easy walk down into Hawkshead and lovely walks around the cottage. This is our second time staying at the cottage ( full weeks ) and would recommend staying here.

Reviewed by Maja 31st August 2025

Lovely cottage, sunny and warm, super location. I loved the walk over the fields and through the cemetery from the cottage into Hawkshead (and back). I walked it every day, as I was without a car.

Reviewed by John 20th November 2024

Felt at home immediately. Such a user friendly place. I dont think that there was anything missing. It was home from home regarding kitchen essentials. Half a mile walk to the village which was the friendliest place. We ate in 2 pubs and both were good. The only negative was that there was just a small terrace which was classed as a garden. Not reaRead morelly suitable for dogs but it didn't bother us because there were endless fields to walk them Highly recommended and would definitely return. Hide

Reviewed by Jill 3rd November 2024

A gorgeous little cottage, just outside the main village of Hawkshead. Great views and very peaceful. It is very well equipped with everything you need. Lovely decor and very clean.

Reviewed by Kelly 22nd October 2024

Very quiet area just a 15 min walk to Hawkshead village. The holiday home had everything you need for a short or long break, we only had 3 nights. Great that dogs are allowed, and even though the place looks small on the outside, 2 people and a dog fitted nicely inside. Stunning view from the living room with opened onto secure outside area with a Read morebistro set. You have your own parking space, and as we found, we didn't really need the car once it was parked, just remember to take a torch, no street lights once out of Hawkshead village. It has a good selection of boardgames when nothing can be found on the TV when in for the night. Also, a pint of milk waiting in the fridge upon arrival. Hide

Reviewed by Charlie 20th September 2024

Great location, quiet & within walking distance of Hawkshead. Well equipped kitchen, place was clean & comfortable

Reviewed by Kevin 17th September 2024

Nice place for two people car parking was ok but tight to trun around no storage for bikes

Reviewed by Alice 9th September 2024

Location, quiet, well equipped

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Location

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.