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1 / 1ParkingEnclosed Garden
From £795 per week
Up to £1,593 at peak
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7Sleeps
3Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
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Overview
Located in the pretty coastal village of St Bees this property benefits from a choice of country pubs close by serving good food and local beer. This picturesque village is the starting point of the Wainwright's Coast to Coast walk. The long sand and pebble beach has a lovely promenade and coffee shop where you can enjoy a swim go rock pooling with the kids or take an early morning walk. There is plenty to see and do in the immediate area but this is also a great base to explore more of Cumbria and the Lake District. There is a train station in St Bees so why not hop on board and explore thegreat Border City of Carlisle or go south and visit the famous La al Ratty for the day? There is a golf course in the village and links courses at Silloth and Seascale. This pretty well-equipped detached cottage is in a quiet residential courtyard. With lots of charm and character as you enter the property you will walk through the hallway and notice the smart oak flooring which runs throughout the cottage. The lounge is bright and welcoming with a feature sandstone fireplace and a wood burner-effect electric fire plus comfy sofas and a Smart TV; it's a great space in which to relax and watch a movie after a day out exploring. There is a large family bathroom next door with a bath separate shower and WC. Further along the hallway you will find two bedrooms: one double and one single. At the end of the hallway is the stunning country kitchen with an island and bifold doors which open onto the enclosed patio. The kitchen and outdoor area are a great space to reminisce over breakfast or dinner and plan some holiday activities. There is a breakfast bar formal dining area electric oven and hob integrated microwave dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Off the kitchen there is a handy utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer. Heading upstairs to the first floor you will find a cosy reading area at the top of the landing where you can get lost in a good book. The family bedroom is spacious with a king-size bed and twin beds. To complete the accommodation there is an en-suite shower room and WC. Heading outside there is a spacious enclosed patio that is accessed from the kitchen. This offers a quiet sunny spot to sit out on a summer's evening or enjoy al fresco dining. There is private parking for up to three cars and a lockable shed on the patio where you can store bikes or sports equipment. Pubs shop and beach are all within walking distance. Need to know: 3 bedrooms 1 double, 1 single and 1 family room with king size and twin beds. 2 bathrooms 1 bathroom with bath, shower and WC, and en suite with shower and WC. Kitchen with electric hob and oven, integrated microwave, fridge, freezer and slimline dishwasher. Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Smart TV in the lounge. Parking for up to 2 cars, plus main road parking in front of the house. Pubs, shop and beach all within walking distance.
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