Weathercock House
1F Hall
1F Drawing Room
1F Living Room
1F Balcony
1F Dining Room
1F Study
2F Hall
2F Guest Room
2F Breakfast Room
2F Master Bedroom
2F Child's Room
2F Balcony
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