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Lake District Holiday Homes
The Potting Shed, The Lake District and Cumrbia
1 / 12Wi-FiParkingGardenChild Friendly
From £338 per week
Up to £1,318 at peak
Prices are a guide only. Always check current rates when booking.
2Sleeps
1Bedrooms
1Bathrooms
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Overview
The Potting Shed is a delightful, detached cottage set solely over the ground floor in Burton-in-Kendal, an ideal spot for exploring both the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District National Parks. The cottage is set solely on the ground floor and has one double bedroom and a bathroom. There is an open plan living space with a kitchen, a dining area and a sitting area with patio doors leading outside onto a patio with furniture. There is also off road parking for one car making The Potting Shed a fabulous spot for touring this glorious area.
Amenities
Gas central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, Blu-ray, DAB radio with Bluetooth, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Patio with furniture. Off road parking for 2 cars. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shops and local pub 2 miles away.
Accommodation
All ground floor. One king-size double bedroom. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with sofa bed.
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