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From £386 per week
Up to £1,104 at peak
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4Sleeps
2Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
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Overview
Carpenters Cottage is a reverse-level cottage on the outskirts of Cockermouth in Cumbria. Its two bedrooms include a king-size and a twin room, there is also a family bathroom, the property is able to sleep four guests. Also inside, discover its open-plan living area which comprises of a kitchen, a dining area and a sitting area. To the outside it provides plenty of off-road parking and a private patio with furniture. Carpenters Cottage is a homely base from which you can explore the north west of the Lake District as well as the Solway Coast.
Amenities
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher.
Gas central heating.
TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Lockable storage.
Patio with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 10 minutes walk.
Accommodation
Two ground floor bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin. Ground floor bathroom with separate shower, basin and WC.
First floor open-plan living area with a kitchen, a dining area and a sitting area.
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