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From £481 per week
Up to £1,574 at peak
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6Sleeps
3Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
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Overview
Bay Leaf Cottage is a beautiful semi-detached cottage nestled in the centre of Kirkby Stephen, in Cumbria. It boasts three bedrooms; a king-size double and two doubles, sleeping six altogether. There is also a sofa bed in the second sitting room for a seventh guest, as well as a bathroom with a sauna, a first floor cloakroom, kitchen/diner and two sitting rooms. To the exterior is free parking across the road and to the rear of property, bike storage and an enclosed, walled garden with private seating area. Bay Leaf Cottage is a charming retreat, perfect for touring the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks.
Amenities
Gas central heating. Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, slimline dishwasher, washing machine. Smart TV with Netflix, DVD player, sound bar, WiFi, Bluetooth speaker, Selection of books, games and DVDs, Traditional Scandinavian sauna. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair available. Free parking across the road and to the rear of property. Enclosed, walled garden with private seating area. Bike storage. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 2 mins walk. Note: This property offers free sauna.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 2 x double. Bathroom with two person bath, rainfall shower, basin, WC and sauna, first floor cloakroom. Kitchen/Diner. 2 x sitting rooms (one with sofa bed).
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