Set in the magnificent Vale of Esthwaite in the heart of the English Lake District, Hawkshead is a truly historic and wonderfully picturesque village characterised by its cluster of whitewashed houses, archways and alleyways, courtyards and squares. It is a quaint little village with many shops, cafes and pubs. Parking within the centre of the village is restricted but there is ample on the outskirts. Hawkshead is an ideal central location with many types of accommodation, and is central to many lakes and walks.