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From £428 per week
Up to £1,895 at peak
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5Sleeps
2Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
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Overview
Mellfell Cottage is a delightful character barn conversion situated in the village of Watermillock in the beautiful Northern Lake District and is pet friendly. Offering flexible sleeping arrangements with one four poster double bedroom, a family room with three single beds and a bathroom, this cottage can sleep five people in two bedrooms. The cottage also contains an open living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove. To the outside is a patio area complete with picnic bench and off road parking for one car. Mellfell Cottage is located in the Lake District National Park and is ideal for a family or group of friends wishing to explore this stunning area. Please note - There is no electric car charging point at the property and you are not permitted to charge from inside the property.
Amenities
Gas central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, Blu-ray/DVD, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair on request. Off road parking for 2 cars. Patio with furniture. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 2.5 miles, pub 2 miles. Please note - There is no electric car charging point at the property and you are not permitted to charge from inside the property.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x family room with 3 singles. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining and sitting area with woodburning stove.
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