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From £502 per week
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Overview
Esther's Barn is a charming eco-friendly cottage in the north west Lake District. The holiday home sleeps four over two bedrooms: one double, one twin with zip and link beds to make a super kingsize, both with en-suites. Open plan living area, wood burning stove, underfloor heating, private terrace, shared grass court for general use. Situated in ten acres of woodland and meadow, ideal for wildlife lovers. Private parking for one car with more available across the stream. Located just three miles from the Georgian town of Cockermouth, Esther's Barn is a superb holiday home for small families or couples wanting to get away from it all.
Amenities
A rated energy efficient appliances: electric cooker, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave.Air source underfloor heating/solar panel heating and hot water/wood burning stove.Shared use of laundry with washing machine and tumble dryer, drying cupboardWi-Fi, TV, DVD and CD player.Organic bedding and towels inc. in rent.Cot and highchair available.Private parking for 1 car with further parking available over the stream.Furnished terrace overlooking fruit garden.Well-behaved dogs are allowed, smoking is not allowed.
Accommodation
Over two floors with 'upside-down' design (bedrooms on ground floor).Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC; 1 x twin with zip and link beds to make a super king-size and en-suite shower, basin and WC.Private furnished terrace.Shared use of laundry with washing machine and tumble dryer and grass court for general use.Open plan living area with kitchen, dining and sitting area.There are two electric vehicle chargers on site.
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