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1 / 1Log FireParkingEnclosed Garden
From £1,096 per week
Up to £2,117 at peak
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8Sleeps
4Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
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Overview
This charming property accommodating up to eight guests offers the perfect holiday accommodation for families. With convenient access to Cumbria's peaceful beaches it's an ideal base for exploring the northern Lake District. Situated in the picturesque rural village of Hayton this location is perfect for discovering both the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the northern reaches of the Lake District National Park. Just 6.5 miles away the historic town of Maryport boasts Georgian and Victorian architecture a lively harbour the Senhouse Roman Museum and the Lake District Coast Aquarium. The nearby village of Allonby located 3 miles away features a stunning 5-mile beach and scenic coastal trails. The region is home to several pristine beaches and excellent golf courses. Further inland Cockermouth (9 miles) is renowned as the birthplace of poet William Wordsworth and offers a gateway to the Lake District with a 14-mile drive to Bassenthwaite Lake Station. Heading through the front door you are welcomed into the spacious hallway perfect for hanging up coats and kicking off your boots after a day at the beach. The snug to the right offers a cosy space to relax or play with its wood burner and TV. The heart of the home lies to the left and offers a social open-plan living/dining area with patio doors opening out into the garden an open fire and Smart TV. The property opens out further into the kitchen with beautiful handmade wooden cabinets and local slate tops. More dining space can be found off the kitchen for you to enjoy dining whilst the chef of the house whips up a storm. The spacious utility room features a dishwasher washing machine and tumble dryer and is the perfect place to dry off those muddy paws or store your bikes. Heading upstairs you can find the first of the bedrooms a delightful king-size followed by the spacious twin and finally across the hall is the family room. This set-up is perfect for those with younger children and offers a king-sized bedroom with an adjoining twin. The family bathroom is beautifully put together with slate tones offering a bath and walk-in shower. Outside there is plenty of space to roam and play with a stepped-up garden area to the rear and a small patio space perfect for dining alfresco. To the front side of the property there is off-road parking for two cars. Need to know: 4 bedrooms 1 king size with adjoining twin bedroom, 1 king size, 1 twin. 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC,1 additional WC. Electric oven with hob, microwave, fridge, and freezer. Utility room with dishwasher, washing machine, and tumble dryer. Highchair and travel cot available on request. Open fire and wood burner (first basket of logs included). Smart TV in lounge and TV in snug. Enclosed garden area and patio with seating. Off road parking for 2 cars. Pub and shop 2.5 miles, beach 3.5 miles. Bike storage.
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