Nestled in the heart of the bustling old market town of Kendal, with the Lake District National Park on your doorstep, Badger Close is one of several old weavers' cottages dating back to the 1820s that still retain the communal washing lines used historically for drying fabric and has lovely views towards the River Kent, St George's Church and Gooseholme Park
Badger Close is conveniently located to stroll into Kendal town centre, where you will find a great choice of shops, restaurants, cafes, bars and traditional pubs. Kendal is well known for its lively arts scene (check out the Brewery Arts Centre) and events such as the Mountain Festival and the annual Kendal Whisky festival. Reaching the cottage is easy without transport - Kendal train station is a 5-minute walk away, which connects to the West Coast Mainline between London Euston and Glasgow. Kendal Bus Station is also a 5 minute walk away, with hourly services into the central Lakes, including Windermere and Ambleside.
Inside, the open-plan living room offers plenty of sumptuous seating to help you relax and unwind into the evening; gather at the dining table to enjoy a lovingly prepared home-cooked meal or takeaway with your loved ones. You'll be cosy thanks to both the 'glow' of warmth provided by the Aga or why not light the logburner to create a lovely ambience.
The first floor, accessed by carpeted stairs with a handrail, is spacious and has a bedroom with twin beds that can be configured as a super king-size zip-and-link bed (with mattress topper) on request. There is also a good-sized family shower room with walk-in shower and deluxe fixtures and fittings. The second floor has a beautifully furnished king-size double bedroom with delightful views.
March 2025 - Please Note: The Environment Agency is currently working on the flood defences along the river Kent and on Gooseholme Park. This has reduced the amount of street parking available. Whilst it is usually possible to park on the street close by, additional parking is available at the Kendal Snowsports Club, approx 5-minute walk, for £1.30* per day. (*Correct at March 2025)
ACCOMMODATION SUMMARY:
Ground Floor
Open-plan living room with plenty of seating to relax, log burner, dining table and a gas-fired Aga
Kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle, Philips pod coffee machine, and Belfast sink.
Patio to the front, with outside furniture and lovely views across the green.
Enclosed courtyard to the rear of the property, with table and chairs (available from mid-April 2025) and a gate to the rear lane.
First Floor
A spacious twin bedroom.
A family-sized bathroom with a walk-in shower.
Second Floor
King-size main bedroom with a lovely view of the church and across the green towards the river.
THINGS TO NOTE:
Terrace property, over three floors.
Bed linen, towels, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, hand soap, and a starter supply of essentials such as tea, coffee, sugar, loo rolls, dishwasher tablets, etc., are provided for guests.
There is a patio to the front with furniture and an enclosed rear courtyard with furniture.
Street parking only.
This property has a gas-powered AGA with ovens for cooking, which is great; however, a portable induction hob (stored in a kitchen drawer) is available if required.
One small to medium-sized dog is permitted but must not be allowed upstairs or on the furniture. A stairgate is available.
Dog(s) are welcome at this property, but please note that dogs must not be left unattended or permitted on the furniture. You must also please remove and properly dispose of all dog waste.
Smoking (including vaping), use of candles or incense sticks, parties and events are not permitted.
Neither a travel cot nor a highchair are provided.
Note: The property may not be suitable for young children or people with limited mobility due to the stairs.
Nearest Train Station: Kendal Train Station (5 minute walk). Mainline station at Oxenholme is 2.7 miles away.
