The Hollow Pine loop
Our own woodland trail, round the beck and past the old charcoal burners' platforms. Perfect before breakfast with the dog.
Walks from the door.
No car needed. Route cards and a lending map are in every lodge.
Up to Tarn Hows
Through the woods and over the fields to one of the prettiest tarns in the Lakes. Flat path all the way round once you are there.
Over to Coniston
A proper day out over the fell, down to the lake for lunch, and the little ferry or the bus back if your legs have had enough.
Lakes
Three lakes inside twenty minutes.
Windermere 12 min drive
Take the car ferry across from Sawrey, hire a rowing boat at Bowness, or catch a steamer up to Ambleside for cake.
Coniston Water 15 min drive
Quieter and wilder. Paddleboards and kayaks for hire at the north end, and a lovely lakeshore path for dogs.
Esthwaite Water 25 min walk
Our closest lake, small and peaceful. Bring a flask and watch the ospreys in late summer.
Pubs with a fire on.
All of these welcome dogs and muddy boots. Book ahead on Saturdays.
The Drover's Rest 15 min walk
Our local, down the lane in the village. Flagstone floors, real ales and the best Sunday roast for miles.
The Ghyll Inn 5 min drive
A tiny bar and a big garden by the beck. Famous for its pies and the landlord's spaniel.
The Old Ferry House 12 min drive
On the shore of Windermere. Good fish, big windows and a terrace that is lovely on a sunny evening.
The Tarn End 20 min drive
Worth the drive after a day on the fells. Sit by the inglenook and order the sticky toffee pudding.
Rainy days
When the clouds come down.
It does rain in the Lakes. Here is how our guests spend a wet day, besides the obvious answer of a good book by the wood burner.
Beatrix Potter's farmhouse 10 min drive
The cottage and garden at Near Sawrey look just as they do in the books. Arrive early to beat the queues.
Grizedale Forest 10 min drive
Sculpture trails and treetop rope courses under the trees, which keep most of the rain off.
Ambleside cafes and shops 20 min drive
Outdoor shops, a little cinema and cosy cafes for a long lunch while the weather passes.
Spa afternoon In your lodge
We can book a massage therapist to come to your lodge. Ask us when you enquire.
