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Overview
Swallow's Nest, a single-storey house, consists of a kitchen with oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge with icebox, washing machine, and kettle, and a living/dining room with Smart TV, woodburning stove, and dining seating for six people. The bedrooms consist of a double with en-suite shower room, twin, and bunk bed. There is a bathroom with bath, basin, and WC. You'll find a shop in 2 miles, pub in 1.9 miles, and lake in 0.9 miles. WiFi, fuel, power, starter pack for woodburning stove, bed linen, and towels are included in the rent. Highchair and travel cot available. Enclosed dog exercise paddock. Secure bike storage area with metal security door and multipoint locking. Power is provided free for E-bike charging. Stunning views and doorstep access to the fells. EV charging available. Off-road parking for two cars. Outside, there is an enclosed garden with lawn, patio, and bench. One well-behaved pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Enjoy your trip to the property Swallow's Nest. Note: Few steps up to the front door. Note: Beds have Premier Inn mattresses. Note: No hen, stag, or similar parties.
Amenities
Oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge with icebox, toaster, kettle. Smart TV, WiFi. Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and travel cot available. Off-road parking for 2 cars. EV charging on-site. Garden with lawn, patio, and bench. One well-behaved pet welcome. Enclosed dog exercise paddock. Secure bike storage area with metal security door and multipoint locking. Power is provided free for E-bike charging. Stunning views and doorstep access to the fells. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 2 miles, pub 1.9 miles, lake 0.8 miles. Note: Few steps up to the front door. Note: Beds have Premier Inn mattresses. Note: No hen, stag, or similar parties
Accommodation
Single-storey. Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x twin, 1 x bunk bed. Bathroom with bath, basin, WC. Kitchen. Living/dining room with woodburning stove
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