Hill Top is a small house and a timed entry system is in operation to avoid overcrowding and to protect the fragile interior. As this can be a very busy property, visitors may sometimes have to wait to enter the house and early sell-outs are possible, especially at holiday times. Tickets cannot be booked in advance. Access to the garden and shop is always possible during opening hours. Windermere Marathon taking place Sunday 18th May, notice of road closures. The library and Vita Sackville-West's study are open 15 March–12 October

Specialises in Beatrix Potter-related items; mail-order available all year from the online shop www.hilltopshop.co.uk

Free parking, 150yds. Not suitable for coaches. The roads are narrow and can be very busy, please allow extra time to park during peak times such as summer hols

Drinks and treats available from shop. The Tower Bank Arms (NT-owned and let to tenant) serves traditional Cumbrian dishes using local produce, 12–2, 6–9; serves light refreshments at other times