Parking in the honeypots fills early, but you do not always need the car. A practical guide to park-and-ride, buses, trains and lake cruises around the Lake District.
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Overview
Jackdaw Cottage is a holiday home in Ulverston, Cumbria. It's within easy reach of the coast. Sleeping up to 3 guests, it holds a 4-star rating.
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