Property description

Description: The present owners of Foxwell have with care and attention detail improved and extended the living space into what is now a spacious family home.



Finished to a high standard and specification with recently installed Accoya wood traditional sliding double glazed sash windows and with LED lighting installed throughout the ground and first floor – the result being low energy consumption.



Immaculately presented in show home condition the sitting room and living/dining room together with the breakfast kitchen, large utility room and cloakroom are complemented by the splendid house bathroom, the master bedroom with its en-suite shower room and the further three double bedrooms - one which is currently in use as a study and opens onto the 16‘ deck that enjoys the southerly aspect over the surrounding countryside. The gardens are landscaped and well-tended and there is ample off road parking. A home full of character and warmth with cosy and comfortable rooms perfect for relaxation whether you are seeking an adaptable family home or an idyllic weekend retreat.



There is no upward chain and early possession is available - so if you are seeking a home ready to move into and enjoy this period cottage really should be on your to view list.

 

Location: Situated between the Market Town of Kendal and the village of Underbarrow the cottage can be found by heading west out of Kendal by way of Allhallows Lane and Greenside on the Underbarrow Road. Continue over the Kendal by-pass, passing Scout Scar and into the Lake District National Park. Follow the road down towards the Village of Underbarrow and Foxwell can be found on your right hand side just before the village itself.

 

Accommodation with approximate dimensions:  

Ground Floor  

Slated Entrance Porch 5‘ x 3‘ 2" (1.52m x 0.97m) with attractive hardwood door, flagged floor and double glazed side window. Glazed panelled door to: 

Living/Dining Room 21‘ x 11‘ 10" (6.4m x 3.61m) a warm and welcoming room with double glazed sash window with deep sill to the front garden. Attractive polished oak wood floor, exposed beams and timbers. Open fireplace with stone lintel and flagged hearth with Morso wood burning stove. Two radiators, useful under stairs alcove and display niche with exposed lintel. TV aerial and telephone point and down lights. Glazed panel door to: 

Sitting Room 16‘ x 15‘ 9" (4.88m x 4.8m) a delightful room enjoying south facing aspect with views across to open countryside. Full height panelled double glazed windows with matching French doors opening to the garden. Polished oak flooring, exposed beams, two radiators one with attractive cover, down lights. 

Excellent Breakfast Kitchen 21‘ x 8‘ 6" (6.4m x 2.59m) a dual aspect room with double glazed sash windows to the front and rear elevations. Inset Morso wood burning stove, two radiators and down lights. Fitted with an attractive range of bespoke kitchen units incorporating wall and base and drawer fitments. Complementary granite worktops with drainer and two inset bowls, co-ordinating tiled splash backs and attractive tiled floor with underfloor heating. Integrated dishwasher and fridge, cooker hood and concealed lighting. (Note: The Rangemaster Professional oven is available by separate negotiation). 

Inner Hall door with double glazed window over. Attractive tiled floor with underfloor heating. 

Cloakroom attractive tiled floor and part tiled walls. WC and wash hand basin. Extractor fan and down lights.  

Utility Room 10‘ 6" x 8‘ 5" (3.2m x 2.57m) fitted with an extensive range of full height cupboards incorporating integrated fridge and freezer. Complementary tiled floor with under floor heating, tiled splash backs and granite worktop and drainer with single sink. Double glazed window with deep tiled sill, vertical radiator and plumbing for washing machine. Door to covered area. 

First Floor  

Spacious Landing with splendid oak staircase. Radiator with attractive oak cover, exposed beams and down lights. Access to loft space via drop down ladder. 

Master Bedroom 21‘ 2" x 11‘ 1" (6.45m x 3.38m) enjoying fine south facing views to the front, double glazed sash window. Exposed beam, down lights, radiator and TV aerial point.



 

En-Suite Shower Room 8‘ 8" x 5‘ 5" (2.64m x 1.65m) with tiled floor and complementary tiled walls. A three piece suite comprises; large walk in shower cubicle with sliding doors and Bristan shower. Double glazed window with deep tiled sill, down lights, extractor fan and vertical towel radiator.  

Bedroom 2 12‘ 1" x 10‘ 2" (3.68m x 3.1m) with fine south facing views, double glazed sash window. Fitted wardrobes, radiator and down lights.  

Bedroom 3 10‘ 4" x 9‘ 3" (3.15m x 2.82m) pleasant west facing aspect, double glazed window and radiator. Fitted wardrobes with storage cupboards over. Access to loft space.  

Bedroom 4 15‘ 10" x 10‘ 1" (4.83m x 3.07m) currently in use as a study/snug enjoying splendid views across the surrounding south Lakeland landscape. Vaulted ceiling, exposed timbers and truss, down lights and TV aerial and telephone point. Two double glazed sash windows and double glazed French doors opening onto the deck/roof terrace. 

Stunning Bathroom 9‘ 0" x 8‘ 0" (2.74m x 2.44m) complementary tiled floor with underfloor heating and co-ordinating tiled walls with inset display niche with light. A four piece suite comprises; roll top bath on claw feet with central tap, wall hung WC, modern contemporary vanity unit with glass display shelves, Silestone top and Villeroy & Boch oval wash hand basin and large walk-in glazed shower cubicle with Hansgrohe thermostatic shower. Large double glazed window with Silestone sill and plantation shutters. Shaver point, down lights, vertical towel radiator and extractor fan.  

Outside:  

Store/Wine Cellar 7‘ 2" x 5‘ (2.18m x 1.52m) with power, light and shelving. Double glazed window.  

Workshop/Boiler Room 16‘ 1" x 4‘ 1" (4.9m x 1.24m) with power and light, shelving and Grant oil central heating boiler.



A short flight of steps lead to a log store and a small garden tool shed, concealed oil tank and the gardens.  

Parking & Gardens Foxwell enjoys generous secure off road parking to the front of the cottage with space for three to four vehicles.



The present owners have with thought and attention to detail created the most delightful landscaped terraced gardens with various sitting areas that take full advantage of the splendid south and east views across the Lyth Valley. The 16‘ 7" x 9‘ 9" (5.05m x 2.97m) decked roof terrace with LED inset lights and wall light point is fantastic space for outdoor entertaining, being south facing with fine views across to the Lyth Valley with Whitbarrow Scar and Cartmel fell in the distance. Steps to the side lead to the gardens where the lawn is well tended and the flower beds and borders well stocked with a wide variety of colourful plants, shrubs and mature trees. Lakeland stone walls and pathways wind through the garden with its natural rock outcrops and the circular paved terrace is cut into the rock, making a superb eating out area.

 



 

Services: Mains electricity. Oil central heating. Private drainage and private water supply.  

Council Tax: South Lakeland District Council - Band F 

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.