Cosy log burning fire
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From £92.86 per night
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Coniston & Oxen Park Potter’s Wheel
Sleeps 4 
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
Pets Welcome
4.9 out of 5
Tucked away in the peaceful hamlet of Water Yeat near Coniston, Potter’s Wheel is a rare gem – a lakefront cottage on Coniston Water with private access to the shoreline just seconds from your front door. Surrounded by woodland, wildlife, and unspoilt Lakeland scenery, this is the kind of place guests return to time and time again.
This quintessential Lake District holiday cottage perfectly captures the magic of an olde worlde Lakeland home, while offering all the modern facilities needed for a comfortable stay. Inside, slate flag floors run throughout the ground floor, complemented by original beamed ceilings and a striking rock-faced lounge, creating a warm and characterful space to unwind.
At the heart of the cottage is the beautifully unique living room, complete with a log-burning stove, original spiral staircase, and cosy seating for the whole family. It’s a space made for slow evenings after days spent exploring Coniston Water and the surrounding fells.
The modern, well-equipped dining kitchen brings a contemporary touch, while two inviting bedrooms and a family shower room make Potter’s Wheel ideal for couples, small families, or those seeking a dog-friendly escape in the Lake District.
But what truly sets this cottage apart is its exceptional lakeside setting. Step outside, wander through your private woodland, and within moments you’ll reach the tranquil shores of Coniston Water. Whether it’s open water swimming, paddleboarding, canoeing, kayaking, or fishing from the private beach area, this is a setting designed for those who love the outdoors. With walks from the doorstep, peaceful surroundings, and direct lake access, Potter’s Wheel offers something increasingly rare – a true Lake District haven where nature, comfort, and character come together effortlessly.
Key Features
- Pets Welcome
- Family Friendly
- Non-smoking
- Bed Linen Provided
- Towels Provided
- Couples Escape
- Fireplace
- Free Parking
- Garden
- BBQ
- Coffee Machine
- Log Burner
- Wifi
- Hairdryer
- Washer/Dryer
- Rural
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GROUND FLOOR
- Characterful lounge with feature log burning stove, comfortable seating, SMART TV and National Broadband.
- Contemporary dining kitchen with slim dishwasher, fridge, freezer, electric oven, induction hob, microwave, and washer/dryer.
- Family shower room with walk-in rainfall shower, WC and basin.
- Twin bedroom to the rear of the property (adequate size for two adults).
FIRST FLOOR
- Double bedroom with a four-poster bed, window seats and ample storage.
- Note that access to the bedroom is via the steep spiral staircase from the lounge, or via the external, stone-built steps.
Need to know
- Free parking is readily available at Potter’s Wheel and is unrestricted. Further details will be provided with your arrival information.
- Up to 2 well behaved dogs are welcome at a total supplement of £20 (this is not a per dog charge)
- The cottage is heated by highly effective infrared heaters and underfloor heating in some rooms.
- Due to the layout of the property, children under 7 are not permitted. No cot and/or highchair can be provided.
- The kitchen has an induction hob – anyone with a pacemaker is advised to take caution and seek professional medical advice.
- This cottage has a £100 security deposit – seek further details in the booking terms and conditions.
- The private woodland and beach area is shared with two neighbouring properties and we kindly ask that you follow basic country code and treat the grounds with care.
Guest Reviews
Comfortable property that suited us well.
Clean, comfortable and warm. Very useful folder of information, intelligently written. Plus appliance manuals for cooker, dishwasher etc. There were just the two of us - which meant we did not need to use the spiral staircase. Kitchen well equipped with good quality utensils.
Clean, comfortable and warm.
Very useful folder of information, intelligently written. Plus appliance manuals for cooker, dishwasher etc.
There were just the two of us - which meant we did not need to use the spiral staircase.
Kitchen well equipped with good quality utensils.
Very useful folder of information, intelligently written. Plus appliance manuals for cooker, dishwasher etc.
There were just the two of us - which meant we did not need to use the spiral staircase.
Kitchen well equipped with good quality utensils.
Lovely cosy lakeside cottage
Generally a charming, pretty, comfortable little cottage. Was almost perfect for what we needed. If being picky: we couldnt get terrestrial TV channels (may say more about us) to work underfloor heating difficult to programme and didnt seem to work downstairs bedroom lake facing blind is too small and lets in light. needs to be larger. probably needs another lavatory...
Generally a charming, pretty, comfortable little cottage. Was almost perfect for what we needed.
If being picky:
we couldnt get terrestrial TV channels (may say more about us) to work
underfloor heating difficult to programme and didnt seem to work
downstairs bedroom lake facing blind is too small and lets in light. needs to be larger.
probably needs another lavatory if 4 people staying for extended time
If being picky:
we couldnt get terrestrial TV channels (may say more about us) to work
underfloor heating difficult to programme and didnt seem to work
downstairs bedroom lake facing blind is too small and lets in light. needs to be larger.
probably needs another lavatory if 4 people staying for extended time
Great location
Lovely property in a fantastic location. Access to the Lake was brilliant. Accomodation was really clean and facilities were all of a really good quality. We would definitely return and recommend.
Lovely property in a fantastic location. Access to the Lake was brilliant. Accomodation was really clean and facilities were all of a really good quality. We would definitely return and recommend.
Another super stay.
From the young deer passing through the surrounding woodland, to the tranquil views over the lake, this was another lovely stay at Potter's Wheel. The upgrades to the cottage have offered additional quality to what was already on offer in terms of location and character. The walk in shower is a great addition, and the kitchen has everything you need....
From the young deer passing through the surrounding woodland, to the tranquil views over the lake, this was another lovely stay at Potter's Wheel. The upgrades to the cottage have offered additional quality to what was already on offer in terms of location and character. The walk in shower is a great addition, and the kitchen has everything you need. We were able to really relax (much needed) and enjoy our stay.
Very much hope to stay again soon.
Thank you to Ross, for all the helpful information and personalised customer service.
Very much hope to stay again soon.
Thank you to Ross, for all the helpful information and personalised customer service.
Beautiful peaceful cottage
A lovely well equipped cottage. Quiet, easy to find, great location near lakes and hills. Good standard of furnishings. Excellent heating.
A lovely well equipped cottage. Quiet, easy to find, great location near lakes and hills. Good standard of furnishings. Excellent heating.
Cosy, characterful cottage in a beautiful setting cluse to Conistkn Water
This is a lovely cottage with a path direct to Coniston Water with a small beach, and a grassy area for relaxing. It is very tranquil. Some of he grounds are wooded. There is a little piece of ground behind the cottage with barbecue and picnic table. However, because the weather was so good we were out walking most of...
This is a lovely cottage with a path direct to Coniston Water with a small beach, and a grassy area for relaxing. It is very tranquil. Some of he grounds are wooded. There is a little piece of ground behind the cottage with barbecue and picnic table. However, because the weather was so good we were out walking most of the time. There is an excellent walk across the road onto Blawith Common....truly beautiful. The East of the lake is worth exploring and we had a good afternoon at Brantwood. There are a good choice of pubs with Coniston, Torver and Lowick nearby.
The cottage has old-world charm with comfortable, modern furnishings and equipment, making for a truly wonderful stay. There was a lot of attention to detail as to what would be needed for a vacation. E.g. well-equipped kitchen, practical bathroom, plenty of walking themed books and maps, clothes airers, picnic tables and benches. Bedding and towels are provided. There was a constant supply of hot water. There is a parking space provided. Next door is another holiday cottage.
The cottage has old-world charm with comfortable, modern furnishings and equipment, making for a truly wonderful stay. There was a lot of attention to detail as to what would be needed for a vacation. E.g. well-equipped kitchen, practical bathroom, plenty of walking themed books and maps, clothes airers, picnic tables and benches. Bedding and towels are provided. There was a constant supply of hot water. There is a parking space provided. Next door is another holiday cottage.
A beautiful cottage on Coniston water.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was easy to find with the travel instructions we received . The cottage was well equipped and cosy, perfect for all our needs. Being so close to Coniston water made the stay all the more enjoyable. We spent alot of time kayaking and paddle boarding from the bottom of the garden....
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was easy to find with the travel instructions we received . The cottage was well equipped and cosy, perfect for all our needs. Being so close to Coniston water made the stay all the more enjoyable. We spent alot of time kayaking and paddle boarding from the bottom of the garden. We had a great week trying new walks nearby. We would definitely book this cottage again, it was picturesque in a beautiful setting.
Brilliant
We loved our stay at Potters wheel. Couldn't fault it. We were lucky with the weather and spent every day keeping cool by the Lake. I would definitely return
We loved our stay at Potters wheel. Couldn't fault it. We were lucky with the weather and spent every day keeping cool by the Lake.
I would definitely return
I would definitely return
Cosy lakeside break
We had a wonderful week at Potter's Wheel - if you paddleboard or kayak, the location is superb as Coniston Water is minutes from the front door. The 2 bedrooms are lovely and the kitchen is very well equipped. We loved it and will come back!
We had a wonderful week at Potter's Wheel - if you paddleboard or kayak, the location is superb as Coniston Water is minutes from the front door. The 2 bedrooms are lovely and the kitchen is very well equipped.
We loved it and will come back!
We loved it and will come back!
Great place to stay.
Really well equipped cottage, good location for water sports. . . . We enjoyed our short break there . . . .
Really well equipped cottage, good location for water sports. . . . We enjoyed our short break there . . . .
Does what it says on the tin
Quirky little cottage with everything we wanted and a lot more besides in a secluded location with a private beach. Our well behaved dog was immediately at home in her new surroundings There was ample parking. The wifi code needs to be read very carefully as it's not as obvious as it appears first glance.
Quirky little cottage with everything we wanted and a lot more besides in a secluded location with a private beach. Our well behaved dog was immediately at home in her new surroundings
There was ample parking.
The wifi code needs to be read very carefully as it's not as obvious as it appears first glance.
There was ample parking.
The wifi code needs to be read very carefully as it's not as obvious as it appears first glance.
Loved our stay at the PotterÂ’s Wheel. The lake at the bottom of the Garden.!
Loved how close to the lake it was. It’s one of the cleanest we have stayed in, attention to detail and everything we needed was provided. Communication before our stay was excellent, check in was easy, Ross kindly called to say we could check in early. Great location for someone who wants a quiet relaxing time away and easy access...
Loved how close to the lake it was. It’s one of the cleanest we have stayed in, attention to detail and everything we needed was provided. Communication before our stay was excellent, check in was easy, Ross kindly called to say we could check in early.
Great location for someone who wants a quiet relaxing time away and easy access to the lake .We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the Potter’s Wheel and will definitely return . .
Great location for someone who wants a quiet relaxing time away and easy access to the lake .We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the Potter’s Wheel and will definitely return . .
Coniston & Oxen Park
Potter’s Wheel is conveniently located in the small hamlet of Water Yeat, just 5 miles south of Coniston -a popular Lakeland village with a welcoming community of locals. With a buzzing village feel, Coniston offers tourists an array of cafés, twee shops and lively pubs, while also being well located for exploring some of the Lake District’s best known Wainwright fells including Coniston Old Man, Dow Crag and Wetherlam.
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