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From £521 per week
Up to £3,006 at peak
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5Sleeps
3Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
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Overview
The Postmasters House is a three-storey cottage nestled in the heart of Windermere, The Lake District. Hosting three bedrooms, including a super-king-size (zip/link, can be twins on request), a double and a single, along with a bathroom, this property can sleep five guests. There is also a kitchen/diner with a woodburning stove and a lounge with electric fire. To the outside is paved patio with seating and off-road parking for one car, plus an additional two parking permits roadside. The Postmasters House is a substantial property given its central location in Windermere, providing a fabulous hideaway with friends and family.
Amenities
Gas central heating with underfloor heating, gas fire. Smart TV and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair provided. Off-road parking for 1 small/medium sized car outside the property. Front patio with furniture. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 0.1 miles
Accommodation
Over three floors. Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twins on request please note this must be requested prior to arrival), 1 x King-size, 1 x second-floor single. Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC. Kitchen/diner with gas fire. Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer. Sitting room with electric fire. On street parking permit available for 1 car
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