Property description

This distinctive Victorian, Lakeland stone, country house, dating from 1897, is accessed by a sweeping drive. It is perfectly situated, commanding stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, close to the market town of Kendal and amenities. Of generous proportions, offering character and period features, including plaster cornicing, wooden flooring and stained glass windows, together with contemporary updates for modern living. Externally there are mature landscaped gardens, a detached double garage and parking for several vehicles. This five bedroomed property is suitable for flexible family accommodation or for use commercially.  

GROUND FLOOR An impressive Entrance Hall with twin stained glass windows leads through to a large Inner Hall giving access to downstairs rooms. Lounge is a room full of character with feature fireplace and archway, there is a window and circular bay window facing south over the countryside. A Side Porch, with storage alongside under the stairs, exits to the south terrace. Lounge/Diner has a feature pine surround open fireplace with tiled inset and hearth, windows look over towards Kendal Castle in the distance. Alongside the lounge/diner is a Kitchen Utility with wall and base units, stainless steel sink, built in oven and gas hob. Space and plumbing for washer, dishwasher and space for dryer. Access to the garden. Bathroom with bath and shower over, w.c., vanity wash hand basin, towel radiator, shaver point and extractor fan with storage cupboard. Sitting Room with original storage cupboards, a log burner stove and under floor heating looks out over the gardens and leads through to a second Kitchen with wall and base units, space for free standing electric cooker with extractor over, 1 ½ stainless steel sink, space and plumbed for dishwasher. Double glazed doors lead to a fantastic Conservatory with under floor heating, patio doors to gardens.  

FIRST FLOOR Reached by an original pitch pine staircase from the inner hall, the landing, with more character features, has a storage cupboard and access to the loft. The Master Bedroom with window and circular bay window, both giving superb countryside views, has an en-suite shower room with w.c., wash hand basin, shower and towel radiator, shaver point and extractor fan. Bedroom Two has an en-suite shower room and views to the south and Kendal Castle. Bedroom Three, to the front, with en-suite shower room has views over the garden. Bedroom Four has fitted storage cupboards and a vanity wash hand basin with views over the garden to the rear. Bedroom Five has a beautiful glazed bay window and views over the garden. A Family Bathroom completes this floor with bath and shower over, w.c., vanity wash hand basin, extractor fan, towel radiator and airing cupboard.



 

EXTERNALLY An Outhouse is accessed externally with the oil fired central heating boiler, stainless steel sink, power and light. A double Detached Garage and Extensive Gardens compliment this property.  

Mains electric and water with additional bore hole accessible.



Oil central heating and some under floor heating.



Council Tax: F



Partially double glazed.



 

Ground Floor:  

Lounge 14'10 x 13'10  

Lounge/Diner 17'6 x 13'10  

Utility Kitchen 9'7 x 9'1  

Bathroom 10'8 x 4'8  

Sitting Room 13'11 x 12'7  

Kitchen 8'9 x 7'9  

Conservatory 19'10 x 11'10  

Garage 17' x 16'  

First Floor  

Bedroom One 14'5 x 13'2 max  

Bedroom Two 113' x 9'  

Bedroom Three 14'2 x 10'4 max  

Bedroom Four 12'5 x 10'8  

Bedroom Five 10' x 8'9  

Bathroom 8'8 x 5'5