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From £413 per week
Up to £2,043 at peak
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2Sleeps
1Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
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Overview
Pearsall is a superb terrace cottage set on the site of the Freshwater Biological Association, one mile from the village of Far Sawrey, close to Bowness-on-Windermere. This property sleeps two people and has a zip/link super king-size double, a bathroom and an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with balcony. Outside there's off road parking for one car. Pearsall is a great base with something for everyone in the local area, including lovely villages and towns to explore.
Amenities
Biomass central heating. TV with Freeview, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair to be requested 14 days prior to arrival and are subject to availability - cot linens are not provided. Allocated roadside parking for 1 car. Balcony. Sorry no smoking, no pets. Shop 1.5 miles via ferry and Hawkshead – 4 miles, pub 1 mile. Note: Children must be supervised at all times due to balcony. Note: This property has an interconnecting door to Ref 1024721, the door will remain locked during your stay unless booking both properties and requested otherwise at least 14 days prior to your arrival. 4pm check in. Please note: This property have a good house keeping bond of £75. Pick-up and drop-off ferry point situated approx 100 yards away. During seasonal peaks the ferry service may be in high demand due to its popularity. Please note that Sykes are not responsible for the council ferry changes to service, times, and closures. The Windermere car ferry service can be affected by extreme weather conditions
By booking this property, you are automatically enrolled as a member of the Freshwater Biological Association for the duration of your stay.
Accommodation
One super-king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request, minimum 14 days notice required to prepare as twin). Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Open-plan living area with kitchen, Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Dining area and sitting area with balcony.
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