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1 / 1Log FireParking
From £546 per week
Up to £877 at peak
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5Sleeps
3Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
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Overview
An attractive cottage on the outskirts of the pretty village of Threlkeld set at the foot of Blencathra with its pubs golf course and cricket club. Situated in the National Park and just a short drive from Keswick (4 miles) Derwent Water (7 miles) and Bassenthwaite Lake (10 miles) this location offers the perfect spot to explore the stunning Lake District. Enjoy a day out at Mirehouse and Gardens (32 miles) or tick off some of the many Wainwrights. There are numerous water sport activities locally as well as indoor climbing and breweries to visit. Your relaxing break away begins the moment you enter this classic Cumbrian cottage. First is the cosy lounge with its stone fireplace housing a crackling wood burner. Snuggle up in front of the smart TV on one of the sofas after days out exploring the area. The kitchen/diner offers a contemporary feel having recently been renovated. It is well equipped with an electric oven and hob dishwasher fridge/freezer washing machine and microwave along with an oak dining table and chairs. There is a large hall area with room for hanging coats and storing walking boots. Heading up to the first floor find the master bedroom with a king-size bed and beautiful views over the valley and beyond. Next is the double bedroom next door to the main bathroom with shower over the bath and a WC. Finally is a single room with the same breath-taking views. Outside is a shared garden with seating to enjoy the stunning Lake District panoramas. There is off-road parking for two cars. Need to know: 3 Bedrooms 1 king size, 1 double, and 1 single. 1 Bathroom with shower over bath and WC. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. Wood burner (first basket of logs included). Smart TV in lounge. Off road parking for two cars. Please note the property is on a working farm so please ensure your dog is kept under control at all times. Please keep dogs downstairs and off furniture. Highchair available. Shared garden with seating. Pub within walking distance.
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