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From £1,049 per week
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Overview
The Gate House, a single-storey property, consists of an open-plan living space with electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, and wine chiller, and a utility with fridge/freezer, basin, and WC. The bedrooms consist of three super-king-size (zip/links), two of which have en-suite shower rooms, and two twins, serviced by a bathroom and cloakroom. Outside, there is a non-enclosed garden with decking, lawn, and patio, along with off-road parking for five cars. Within 2 miles, you will find a shop, and within 0.9 miles, a pub. Please note, this property welcomes two well-behaved dogs, but is non-smoking. Wi-Fi, fuel, power, starter pack for woodburning stove, bed linen, and towels are all included in the rent. Highchair and travel cot available on request. Enjoy a memorable stay in Cumbria at The Gate House. Good Housekeeping Bond GBP 250
Amenities
Underfloor heating. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, 2 x fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, wine chiller. Piano, Smart TV, and WiFi. Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Highchair and travel cot available on request. Private driveway for 5 cars. Non-enclosed garden with decking, picnic benches, lawn, and patio. Two well-behaved dogs welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 2 miles, pub 0.9 miles
Accommodation
Single-storey. Five bedrooms: 2 x super-king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x super-king-size (all 3 of these bedrooms can be twin on request). 2 x twin. Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC. Cloakroom with WC and basin. Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with woodburning stove. Utility with WC and basin
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