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From £336 per week
Up to £1,422 at peak
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2Sleeps
1Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
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Overview
Please Note: Please contact Sykes Cottages if you have any issues or queries before your stay on 01244 345700. With accommodation spread over the first floor of a detached, traditional converted barn in beautiful countryside, this charming property in the hamlet of New Hutton makes a sympathetically converted and well equipped holiday home. There are original features that have been retained in the property, such as crook beams and exposed stonework, and the gothic-style bedroom adds to the charm of the cottage. Outside is a garden with furniture and BBQ, while the local pub is just a 10 minute stroll away. Both the Dales and the southern Lakes can be easily reached, as can the town of Kendal.
Amenities
Oil central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, Smart TV with Freeview, DVD, radio/CD player, free WiFi, library of books, games and DVDs. All fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair available. Off road parking for 2 cars, electric vehicle charging point. Bike storage. Large garden with garden furniture and BBQ. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 3 miles, pub 10 mins walk. Note: This property accepts babes-in-arms only. Note: The holiday cottage is above the owner's garage which is used for storage only.
Accommodation
All first floor.
One king-size double bedroom. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Fitted kitchen. Sitting room with dining area. Ground floor entrance with utility room with basin, and stairs to first floor accommodation.
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