Property description

Location: Conveniently situated for the town centre and the River Kent. The property can be found by way of Sandes Avenue continue round Station Road turning right onto Wildman Street then first left onto Castle Street. Take the first turning right into Castle Garth and number 26 is then found on your left hand side towards the end of the road. Vehicle and pedestrian access can be gained to the rear from the side lane as you first turn into Castle Garth.



 

Description: Step inside the discreet façade of this traditional stone and slated Victorian terraced home and be both surprised and delighted by this warm and welcoming home. On entering the hall you will begin to appreciate the attention to detail and quality of finish that has gone into creating this splendid family home. The original period character of the house with its deep skirtings and plaster cornicing blends well with the 21st century contemporary fittings. A programme of works have been undertaken that include the refurbishment of the brass door furniture, a new central heating system, replacement double glazed sash windows and a four piece bathroom, together with tasteful decoration throughout. Completing the picture outside is private rear paved courtyard which offers secure parking if required. The next step is an appointment to view - we know you will not be disappointed!  

Accommodation with approximate dimensions:  

Open Porch with original front door with the recently commissioned coloured leaded panes with matching fan light over opening into:  

Entrance Hall the warm and inviting hallway with staircase to first floor. Original plaster cornicing and feature arch, dado rail and alcove with radiator.  

Sitting Room 14' 5" x 11' 5" (4.39m x 3.48m) a delightful room with double glazed bay sash window, original plaster cornicing, picture rail and ceiling rose. Splendid pine fireplace with polished limestone deep hearth and cast iron inset and living flame gas fire. Two matching fireside alcoves with fitted cupboards with oak display ledges. Radiator and TV aerial point.  

Living/Dining Room 13' 9" x 13' 0" (4.19m x 3.96m) another delightful room light and airy with double glazed sash window to the rear courtyard. Attractive fireplace with granite inset and hearth and living flame gas fire. Two fireside alcoves one with fitted cupboards. Coving to ceiling, radiator and deep under stairs cupboard. Glazed panelled door to: 

Fitted Kitchen 13' 7" x 7' 2" (4.14m x 2.18m) with double glazed sash window and glazed panelled door to outside. Fitted with an attractive range of wall and base units incorporating drawer fitments, open shelving and concealed down lights. Complementary working surfaces with inset single drainer stainless steel sink and co-ordinating part tiled walls. Stainless steel cooker hood and extractor over. Painted panelled ceiling with down lights, part panelled walls and wood effect flooring.  

First Floor  

Landing with deep over stairs cupboard and concealed staircase to second floor. 

Bedroom 1 (front) 14' 2" x 10' 9" (4.32m x 3.28m) a large double bedroom with two double glazed sash windows to the front. Pretty Victorian cast iron fireplace with open fire (in working order). Coving to ceiling, picture rail and radiator. Deep over stairs cupboard.  

Bedroom 2 (rear) 10' 0" x 7' 2" (3.05m x 2.18m) enjoying a pleasant aspect to the rear, double glazed sash window. Radiator, picture rail and coving to ceiling.  

Bathroom this attractive four piece bathroom installed by 'Signature' bathrooms of Kendal comprises; tiled corner shower cubicle with Hansgrohe shower, wall hung vanity unit with wash hand basin, WC and free standing roll top bath on feet with central tap and shower mixer. Complementary tiled floor and part tiled walls, double glazed sash window with etched pane and wooden shutters.  

Second Floor  

Bedroom 3 18' 5" x 13' 5" (5.61m x 4.09m) a great children's or teenagers bedroom with two Velux roof lights, spot light track and radiator. Plenty of under-eaves storage space. Cupboard with Viessmann gas boiler.  

Outside: To the front is a walled paved garden with planted herbaceous beds and borders which provide spring and summer colour.



To the rear is a paved walled courtyard with planted bed and room to park a car with double gates opening onto the rear access lane. There are two useful stone and slate outbuildings, one roof light, power and light and plumbing for washing machine.  

Services: mains electricity, mains water, mains gas and mains drainage 

Council Tax Band: South Lakeland District Council - Band C 

Tenure: Freehold 

Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh - Kendal Office 

Energy Performance Certificate: The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices.