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From £640 per week
Up to £2,271 at peak
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Overview
Briar is an attractive, terraced cottage set on the Graythwaite Estate near Hawkshead in the Lake District. Hosting three bedrooms; a double with en-suite and two singles, along with a shower room, this cottage can sleep four people. There's also a kitchen with dining area and a sitting room with an open fire. Outside, there is ample off road parking, a private patio with furniture and BBQ and shared use of estate grounds and facilities. With access to an indoor heated pool, a children's play area, and a fly fishing lake, plus the many delights of the Lake District on the doorstep, Briar provides a wonderful base for groups to enjoy a fantastic break.
Amenities
Electric heaters with woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine/dryer, dishwasher. Smart TV, WiFi, public phone in courtyard. Please note that logs, kindling, firelighters, and matches are not included in your stay but can be ordered using the Goodeats link in your key collection information. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair available. Offroad parking for 10 cars. Patio with furniture and BBQ. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shops 4 miles, pubs 3.5 miles. Note: Limited mobile reception. Note: Kindling and coal available from the farm shop. Note: The table tennis room is available, but please bring your own racquets and balls. Note: License required for fishing, equipment can be hired locally, fishing FOC unless catch is made, then small fee applicable. The swimming pool can be booked for 45 minute private sessions, All guests can pre-book 3 swimming slots ( or 2 slots for shorter stays) 7 days prior to arrival by contacting [email protected] (Please bring swim towels, as the towels provided are only for use in the property). Please note that we can’t accept check in on Christmas Day, Boxing Day or New Years Day
Accommodation
Over two floors. Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 2 x single. Shower room with shower, basin and WC. Kitchen/diner. Sitting room with woodburning stove. External shared utility.
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