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1 / 1Log FireEnclosed Garden
From £899 per week
Up to £1,516 at peak
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4Sleeps
2Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
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Overview
This quirky Lakeland home sits less than half a mile from the edge of Ullswater. Tucked at the bottom of the magnificent Helvellyn range the village of Glenridding boasts a plethora of places to explore. From your door enjoy the walking routes with rewarding panoramic views and climb the likes of St Sunday Crag (3 miles) and Catstycam (3 miles). From Glenridding you can also board an Ullswater Steamer for a day out on the water. Visit the lakeside villages for a wonder around and grab some lunch. The Aira Force waterfall is 3 miles away by road and well worth a visit. If you fancy a lively night or a show travel 16.5 miles to the Adventure Capital of England Keswick and book tickets for the Theatre by the Lake. This beautiful stone built Lakeland cottage sits above Glenridding village and is accessed up a steep narrow drive. Upon entering the property you will feel right at home get ready to pop the kettle on and relax. The kitchen is equipped with a ceramic hob with an oven and grill a microwave dishwasher and fridge. The handy utility has a freezer washing machine and tumble dryer. The lounge boasts a wonderful wood burner and is the perfect play to sit and talk about the days adventures or just enjoy some peace and quiet with a good book. There is also a payphone should you need to make a call. Dinner can be served in the dining room where the table seats four guests. Head upstairs to settle down for the night in one of two lovely bedrooms. The master double boasts views across to Ullswater whilst the twin is decorated in neutral tones. Both bedrooms share the family bathroom with a shower over the bath and WC. Enjoy time spent in the enclosed garden marvel at the views and fire up the BBQ for a sizzling al fresco feast. There is off-road parking available. Need to know: 2 bedrooms 1 double, 1 twin. 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, 1 additional WC. Oven, grill and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher. Utility room with freezer, washing machine, dryer. Wood burner initial supply of logs provided and further logs available from log store to rear of property. TV/DVD, CD player. Wi Fi included not high speed. Enclosed garden with gravelled area, garden furniture and BBQ. Off road parking. Pay phone available. Please keep garden gate closed due to sheep. Shops and pub within 1 mile. Please take care with low beams, uneven floors, stone steps and changes in floor level.
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