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County - Cumbria
Tel code: 015394 | code search
Postcode: LA21 | code search
Population: 930
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Coniston is pretty much central casting Lakes village, with whitewashed cottages roofed with slate, the fabulous lake stretching away before the place and the hills – including the towering Old Man of Coniston all around... Read More.

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National Trust Cottages

National Trust Cottages

Rose Castle Cottage is a delightful 19th-century Grade II listed cottage, situated in one of the most picturesque locations in the Lake District on the highland to the east of Tarn Hows. The cottage was ... More

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Nibthwaite Grange

Nibthwaite Grange

Nibthwaite, a peaceful and picturesque hamlet only 1.5 miles from the southern tip of Coniston Water, was part of the many farming enterprises set up in the 12th Century by the Cistercian Monks of Furness, ... More

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National Trust Cottages

National Trust Cottages

Rose Castle Cottage is a delightful 19th-century Grade II listed cottage, situated in one of the most picturesque locations in the Lake District on the highland to the east of Tarn Hows. The cottage was ... More

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Yewdale Hotel (0.09 miles)

Yewdale Hotel

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The Yewdale Hotel is a situated in the centre of Coniston and therefore central for the scenic delights of the Lake District. Built of local stone and slate in 1896, ... More

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Lakeland House (0.18 miles)

Lakeland House

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A little bit different. Relax in comfortable and contemporary surroundings, with a mix of leather, solid oak and pine furniture. Newly refurbished (Jan09), and styled to meet todays expectations. Lakeland ... More

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Waterhead Hotel (0.55 miles)

Waterhead Hotel

Situated alongside Coniston Water, the Waterhead has a history of over 100 years in the hotel business. With a friendly, relaxed 'home from home' feel, our hotel offers our ugests the perfect holiday retreat. Relax ... More | visit website

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Monk Coniston (0.97 miles)

Monk Coniston

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Monk Coniston is a romantic Gothic-style house - complete with minstrels' gallery - leased from the National Trust, which maintains a rare tree collection in the extensive landscaped grounds. Set ... More

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High Grassings B&B (2.81 miles)

High Grassings B&B
Fine country house located in the heart of the Lake District nestled between Ambleside, Hawkshead and Coniston and only minutes away by car from Ambleside, Windermere and Bowness. Amazing views set in 15 acres of ... More | visit website
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Queens Head (3.09 miles)

Queens Head

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An open fire and open-arms welcome greet you as you enter the flag-floored, oak-beamed Queens' Head Hotel, in the English Lake District. New face or old flame, we offer you ... More

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Sun Inn (3.14 miles)

Sun Inn

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Located in the charming unspoilt village of Hawkshead, this delightful 17th Century Inn has everything to offer those looking for an ideal break or holiday away from the hustle and ... More | Double Room: £68 (midweek); £75 (weekends)

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Three Shires Inn (3.58 miles)

Three Shires Inn

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A Traditional slate Inn built in 1872, nestled in one of Lakelands unspoilt areas, Little Langdale. Whether you intend to walk, climb drive or just ... More

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Ees Wyke Country House (4.24 miles)

Ees Wyke Country House
Ees Wyke is an elegant and comfortable Georgian country house set on high ground in Near Sawrey; the home of Beatrix Potter; that nestles in the peaceful Vale of Esthwaite. Most rooms have stunning views ... More | visit website
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Eltermere Country House Hotel (4.40 miles)

Eltermere Country House Hotel

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Elterwater, the most glorious of Lakeland Villages with its own Lake. The Eltermere was built in 1756 and overlooks Lake Elterwater an area of fantastic natural beauty at the foot ... More

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