Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Holidays and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Bassicks occupies the ground floor of a spacious barn conversion on the beautiful Graythwaite Estate near Hawkshead, in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Sleeping up to eight guests, the cottage offers four bedrooms comprising two doubles and two twins, along with a family bathroom and separate shower room. The spacious living accommodation includes a well-equipped kitchen leading to a dining area in the hall, as well as a comfortable sitting room with a woodburning stove, perfect for relaxing after a day exploring the Lakes. Set within the stunning grounds of the Graythwaite Estate, Bassicks benefits from beautiful walks right from the doorstep and and shared access to the estate's indoor heated swimming pool. The swimming pool can be booked for private 45-minute sessions, with guests able to pre-book up to three swimming sessions (or two sessions for stays of 2-3 nights) from 7 days prior to arrival by contacting the estate directly. A pay-as-you-go EV charger is available on-site for guest use. A pay-as-you-go EV charger is available on-site for guest use. With its peaceful setting and excellent facilities, Holme Well provides a wonderful base for families and friends looking to enjoy a memorable Lake District getaway. Please Note: This property charges a 500.00GBP Good Housekeeping Bond. Please Note: Check-ins are not available on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Year's Day. The swimming pool can be booked for 45 minute private sessions, All guests can pre-book up to a maximum of 3 swimming slots ( or 2 slots for short stays 2 and 3 nights ) 7 days prior to arrival by contacting Graythwaite Estate As well as the wide range of activities on-site, including those provided by Graythwaite Adventure. Graythwaite Estate are pleased to offer you the following services to make your stay even more special: Recommendations for walks around the estate and surrounding area, along with a list of things to see and do, and the pick of the best local pubs and...

The picturesque village of Hawkshead still retains the charm and character that so endeared it to its most famous residents - William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Cars are banned from the village, leaving visitors free to wander the wealth of tiny alleyways, thoroughfares, archways and courtyards between the whitewashed 17th century houses. With stunning scenery and numerous attractions within easy touring distance, Hawkshead is in an ideal location at any time of the year.