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1 / 1Enclosed Garden
From £527 per week
Up to £974 at peak
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4Sleeps
2Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
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Overview
This cottage is situated in the village of Hawkshead known for its connections to Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth. There are several National Trust properties here amongst the traffic-free villages narrow streets and flower-filled passages and a range of pubs in which to enjoy a homecooked lunch or a quiet pint. The village is within easy driving distance of two the region's most famous lakes: Windermere and Coniston Water each offering a range of activities both on and off the water. This contemporary cottage offers family-style accommodation across two floors. On arrival at the property guests will first come to the porch which leads into the open-plan living space the lounge/kitchen/diner. In this stylish room they will find a dining table seating four as well as comfortable seating in the lounge area which has a TV and DVD. French windows from here lead out to the property's patio garden. The kitchen area is separated from the dining area by a breakfast bar with high bar-style seats. The kitchen itself is well-equipped with an oven hob fridge microwave dishwasher and washer/dryer. Stairs lead to the first-floor accommodation: two bedrooms and a bathroom. The master bedroom has a king-size bed and benefits from a contemporary en-suite shower room with WC. The other bedroom is an attractive twin room. The bathroom has a shower over the bath and WC. There is a small freezer located under the stairs. Outside there is a secure enclosed patio garden to the rear of the property which has garden furniture making it a great place to relax with a drink or perhaps enjoy an alfresco meal. Need to know: 2 bedrooms: 1 kingsize double and 1 twin. Bathroom with shower over the bath and WC. En suite shower room with WC to master bedroom. TV and DVD. Oven, hob, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, and washer/dryer. Walking distance to shop, pubs, and restaurant. Parking for 1 car.
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