Property description
Location: The Cowan Head development is situated on the banks of the River Kent on the outskirts of Bowston readily accessible from both Windermere and Kendal. The development comprises of approximately 60 units set amidst beautiful rural countryside.
From Kendal take the A591 Windermere Road, travel as far as Plantation Bridge Filling Station and then take the first turning right, signposted Cowan Head 1 mile. Travel along and then turn left to Cowan Head proceed through the electronically controlled wrought iron gates.
From Windermere, take the main A591 towards Kendal and turn left where signposted Bowston and Cowan Head just before the Plantation Bridge Filling Station and the Great Outdoors Store and then continue as above.
Capplebarrow is the first block of apartments on the right hand side after entering the development. The outside parking space is numbered C1 and lies on the left handside beside the bridge just after Capplebarrow, there also being a further covered car parking space.
Description: The development comprises of 60 units within a secure environment provided by the security electronic gate system with video together with a video entry call system to the apartment. The apartments are for the exclusive use of the residents and it is understood that commercial holiday lettings are not allowed.
1 Capplebarrow has recently undergone an extensive programme of works and improvements including the installation of a new shower room and en-suite bathroom and the creating of a large riverside living/dining room that opens to the brand new fitted kitchen and onto a 19' covered balcony. The two bedrooms are both large doubles the master with fitted furniture and the lower ground floor boasts a splendid family/entertaining room again overlooking the river and with its very own internal natural waterfall room. Security is all important at Cowan Head with each apartment having a video entry call system and monitor linked to both the main gate and communal entrance. The apartments are for the exclusive use of the residents and it is understood that commercial holiday lettings are not permitted. This apartment is most intriguing and individual therefore internal inspection is strongly recommended.
Accommodation with approximate dimensions: Entrance Level The apartment can be approached either from main entrance hall via a lift or through its own private paved courtyard.
Private Entrance Hall light and airy with feature arched glazed entrance door with two matching side panels. Attractive Amtico flooring, two radiators, coving to ceiling, down lights and telephone point. Video entry call system, two useful cloak/broom cupboards. Walk-in linen cupboard housing hot water cylinder with immersion heater and slatted storage shelves. Door to main entrance hall.
Splendid Open Plan Living/Dining Room 19' 6" x 10' 7" (5.94m x 3.23m) light and airy with open staircase leading to the lower ground floor and full height double glazed windows and sliding patio doors opening onto the covered balcony 19'4" x 5'10" (5.89m x 1.77m) with tiled floor and the cascading river beneath. Two radiators, LED down lights with dimmer controls and attractive Amtico flooring. Open to:
Excellent Fitted & Equipped Kitchen 13' 4" x 8' 2" (4.06m x 2.49m) recently re-designed and installed with an attractive range of modern soft close wall, base units and draw fitments. Complementary working surfaces with inset bowl and half sink and matching breakfast bar. Kitchen appliances include a built in oven and microwave, induction hob, integrated dishwasher and fridge and freezer, concealed washer/dryer. Attractive Amtico flooring, radiator and double glazed window to the front. LED down lights with dimmer controls. Walk-in boiler/store cupboard with power and light and Potterton boiler.
Master Bedroom 19' 6" x 10' 4" (5.94m x 3.15m) enjoying a riverbank aspect and having extensive range of fitted Bedroom furniture to include double and single matching wardrobes, cupboard units and bedside tables and display shelving. Telephone and television points. Radiator and double glazed window.
En-suite Bathroom
recently installed with complementary tiled walls and floor. A contemporary white four piece suite comprising; double ended bath, glazed shower cubicle with Tre-Mercati shower, wall hung drawer vanity unit with wash hand basin and WC. heated wall mirror, vertical chrome towel radiator, extractor fan and LED down lights.
Bedroom 2 16' x 9' 4" (4.88m x 2.84m) again enjoying a riverbank aspect. Radiator and double glazed window.
Shower Room recently installed with complementary tiled walls and floor and a splendid walk-in shower. Wall hung drawer vanity unit with wash hand basin and WC. Granite toiletry shelf, chrome vertical towel radiator, heated mirror and extractor fan and down lights.
Lower Ground Floor Family/Entertaining Room 28' 7" x 15' 10" (8.71m x 4.83m) a splendid room ideal for entertaining being located at riverbank level with double glazed window and sliding patio doors opening to inner balcony rail. Telephone and television points, LED down lights with dimmer controls and three radiators. Large under-stairs storage cupboard. Glazed screen and door providing access to:
Internal Gallery/Waterfall
finished with natural stone and having subtle lighting to enhance the waterfall feature.
Outside: The apartment benefits from two allocated parking spaces, one undercover and one outdoor and a private enclosed courtyard/patio.
The development of Cowan Head is set within approximately 47 acres of beautiful rural countryside and the grounds include a nine-hole practice golf course. For those who enjoy fishing, there are the private fishing rights for the River Kent. The leisure facilities exclusive to the residents include a sauna and steam room and a splendid swimming pool with Jacuzzi.
Service Charge: At the present time each owner is paying £975 per quarter for maintenance of lifts, heating and cleaning of common parts, sky television, building insurance, pool and leisure facility, maintenance and gardening.
Tenure: We understand the tenure to be Leasehold for the balance of a period of 999 years, with the Freehold belonging to the Management Company with the residents being shareholders in that Company.
Council Tax: South Lakeland District Council - Band 'G'
Services: Mains electricity, gas, drainage and water.
Viewing: Strictly by prior appointment with Hackney & Leigh. Telephone (01539 729711)
Energy Performance Certificate: The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices.
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