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A traditional 17th Century Lakeland cottage with six en-suite bedrooms, which are tastefully decorated and furnished with your comfort in mind.

Buckle Yeat Guest House is situated in the village of Near Sawrey, which is an ideal location for touring the English Lake District and discovering the real Lakeland.

Hill Top Farm, former home of the writer and artist, Beatrix Potter is situated almost next door to our guest house.

All our light, airy bedrooms, are non-smoking and individually decorated. They are all en-suite and have the additional comforts of tea and coffee making facilities, colour televisions and hairdryers.

Our family run guest house is open throughout the year and a warm and friendly welcome awaits our guests wanting an enjoyable and relaxing short break or holiday. Whatever the time of year, relax in the large lounge by the log fire, enjoy the colour t.v. and additional full central heating on those cooler evenings.

The oak beamed lounge with flagged floor, warming open log fire, antique furniture and ample cosy armchairs is the perfect place to plan your day or relax after a long day's walking.

Breakfast is served in the large spacious dining room, which during the daytime doubles as a tea-room serving traditional cream teas and home-made cakes. A perfect place to start the day.

Sample our excellent selection of fresh baked bread rolls, cereals, fresh fruits, yoghurts, oatmeal porridge, followed by a full English breakfast, hot toast, tea or coffee.

We cater for all diets.

Buckle Yeat Guest House is Situated in the village made famous by Beatrix Potter, recently the subject of the new feature film "Miss Potter" starring Renee Zelwegger and Ewan McGregor

The Grizedale Forest Visitors Centre and Theatre has interesting walks through the sculptures, which have been created from natural materials that were concealed within the forest.

Hawkshead

The village of Hawkshead is approximately 2 miles away. Here is the old Grammar School which boasts William Wordsworth as one of its former students. Hawkshead has great charm and character. Its small squares are linked by flagged or cobbled alleys. The main square is dominated by the market house. There are 4 pubs in the village serving food and there are also various shops.

Hawkshead also has:-
Horse riding
Hiking
Fishing
Golf
Walking
Bird Watching
Water sports
Mountain biking
(hire available in the area)

Ambleside is a market town situated at the north end of Windermere. The historic town centre is now a conservation area and the country around Ambleside is rich in historic and literary associations. Ambleside has a large selection of walking and climbing shops.

Coniston Water is dominated by the fell and Coniston Old Man. The village itself is at the northern end of Coniston Water on which Arthur Ransom set his "Swallows and Amazons" stories. Coniston's most famous resident was the writer John Ruskin whose home, Brantwood is open to the public.
More recently Coniston Water was the location for the ill fated water speed record attempt by the late Donald Campbell

Grasmere, described by William Wordsworth as "the loveliest spot man hath ever found", this village famous for its gingerbread, is in a beautiful setting overlooked by Helm Crag. Wordsworth lived at Dove Cottage, which is open to the public along with the museum.

Venture across the lake to Bowness and Windermere by ferry and visit the Beatrix Potter Museum. Take a cruise on the lake or wander through the many shops and arcades taking time out for a bite to eat in one of the many cafes and restaurants.

The village of Near Sawrey, which is close to Hawkshead is famous because of its former resident Beatrix Potter, who created the characters Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddleduck, Mrs Tiggy Winkle and Jeremy Fisher to name but a few.

Visit the famous 'post box' in Sawrey as described in the Beatrix Potter Books.

Buckle Yeat is notable for its inclusion in The Tale of Tom Kitten, The Pie and Patty Pan and Pigling Bland, stories written and illustrated by the famous children's' author.

The former home of Beatrix Potter - 'Hill Top' is now owned by the National Trust and open to the public. This popular building attracts visitors from all around the world.