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From £548 per week
Up to £1,870 at peak
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Overview
8 Waterhead Terrace is a delightful Victorian end of terrace house resting in Ambleside, Cumbria. Hosting two bedrooms, including a double and a twin, along with a bathroom, a cloakroom and a lower-ground cloakroom, this property can sleep up to four guests. There is also an open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Outside there is off-road parking for one car and a small front terrace with patio. 8 Waterhead Terrace is the ideal setting for exploring the Lakes, perfectly situated next to the famous Lake Windemere.
Amenities
Gas central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher. Smart TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 1 car. Yard which can be used for bike storage. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 0.9 miles, pub 0.1 miles. Note: The front door leads to a small courtyard which opens out onto the main road, please take care. Note: This property is situated next to a busy main road, there may be some traffic noise. Cot and High Chair available.
Accommodation
Over three floors. Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC. Lower-ground shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Cloakroom with basin and WC. Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
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