Brathay How, Clappersgate www.hackney-leigh.co.uk
Brathay How £3,350,000
Brathay How Clappersgate Ambleside Cumbria LA22 9NE
Offering peace and privacy this unique and attractive home enjoys sensational views and includes a superb indoor pool and gym as well as 12 bedrooms and a wonderful mix of comfort and luxury.
A perfect family home for entertaining guests, this property would also lend itself to hosting events, corporate hospitality, B&B, self catering accommodation or a combination of the above, this well balanced property can simply be enjoyed as an amazing family home. Set in around 14.6 acres this is a rare opportunity to acquire one of the most outstanding properties in the region. Entrance Hall
Description Built in 1920 this attractive home has been substantially extended, redesigned and improved over the years but has not lost any of its original appeal as a simply wonderful family home.
The size and space on offer means that the options for enjoyment are seemingly boundless. There is plenty of scope for those who enjoy entertaining with a wonderful array of bay fronted reception rooms and a stunning hallway entrance. The accommodation adapts well to provide that elusive balance of comfortable and luxurious living space in the original portion of the building with self contained suites and en suite bedrooms in the extension meaning that there is no loss in privacy whether Private Gated Driveway Aerial View
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your visitors are family, friends or paying guests.
The swimming pool suite includes a lovely and large indoor pool with an adjoining patio, a whirlpool style spa, sauna, changing rooms and a large attached gym or entertaining room. In amongst the grounds, less than a hundred yards from the main house is a detached former housekeepers cottage. This is now in need of renovation but would be perfect for an elderly relative, nanny or caretaker if desired. The are 14? (TBC) acres of gardens and grounds include a former tennis court which admittedly would now require some refurbishment to return it to its former glory whilst the majority of the land is formed by natural woodland which is a real haven to a superb variety of wildlife.
A short stroll from the doorstep can take you into the centre of Ambleside, down to the shores of Lake Windermere or up on to Loughrigg Fell which adjoins the northern boundary. All in all this is simply an idyllic setting in the heart of the Lake District National Park and a unique opportunity which should not be missed.
Accommodation (with approximate dimensions)
Entrance Hall This grand and spacious entrance hall is truly impressive, having a bespoke solid oak staircase leading to the galleried landing of the first floor, a beautiful oak floor and a large open fireplace. A space made for entertaining! Family Kitchen Drawing Room 29' 2" x 24' 0" (8.9m x 7.34m max.) With beautiful views over the garden to the surrounding fells this large and bright room has space for the whole family to enjoy. Having a large bow window, an impressive fireplace with wood burning stove and access to the garden.
Dining Room 21' 10" x 19' 5" (6.66m x 5.92m max.) A large and bright room with dual aspect giving access to the veranda and having a fabulous bay window from which views to the surrounding fells can be enjoyed and an open fireplace.
Family Kitchen 35' 9" x 21' 7" (10.9m x 6.6m max.) Encompassing Family Kitchen Reception Hall
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Drawing Room
Dining Room Drawing Room
all aspects of family living, this spacious and bright room and with a mirror over. There is a seperate W.C. with Victorian Utility Room Having plumbing for an automatic washing machine, incorporates areas to relax, dine and of course, cook, all whilst style toilet. a double Dublin sink and a range of base units. being able to enjoy the stunning and far reaching mountain views. Having parquet flooring in the family area, a fully fitted bespoke Rear Hallway Seperate W.C. Having a wash hand basin and W.C.
kitchen with wall and base units with granite work surfaces, built in dressers, integrated Beko dishwasher and Franke stainless steel Snug 15' 1" x 14' 11" (4.6m x 4.56m max.) A luxurious and cosy Cellar A stairway leads to an excellent cellar with built in shelving sink with mixer tap with garbage disposal, a complementary room, perfect for relaxing with a good book in front of the wood and light and power points. Range with 6 gas rings, a hot plate and double electric fan assisted burning effect gas stove on a cold winters day. oven with extractor unit over and slate flooring. First Floor The impressive oak staircase leads to the Galleried Boot Room Perfect for the storage of muddy boots, wet coats and Landing. Cloakroom Having attractive bespoke oak fitted cabinets allowing outdoor equipment. Galleried Landing A spacious area with a window having lovely for storage both above and below the integrated wash hand basin views over the garden to the fells.
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Cloakroom
Snug First Floor Landing
Bedroom 2 18' 2" x 17' 8" (5.55m x 5.4m) A lovely double room luxury bathroom has a 4 piece su ite comprising a claw foot bath Bedroom 1 30' 10" x 24' 1" (9.4m x 7.35m max.) An impressively with stunning views over the garden to the fells. with shower head attachment, ornate wash hand basin, separate large, split level bedroom with feature bow window giving superb wet room style tiled shower cubicle with rainfall shower head and views of the River Brathay and fells beyond. En Suite Bathroom Having a vintage three piece suite comprising a W.C. There is also an integrated television, a window and an a double ended slipper bath, a two-legged wash hand basin with extractor fan. Bathroom 1 Bathrooms don't come much more luxurious and mixer tap and lighted mirror and shaver point over and a W.C. stylish than this. With colour changing lights, a Jacuzzi bath with Also having a textured tiled floor with inset lighting. Bedroom 4 15' 1" x 10' 9" (4.6m x 3.29m) Currently utilised as a multiple settings, separate wet room style shower unit with dressing room to Bedroom 3, this double room has a dual aspect. oversized rainfall shower head, built in television, a sleek double Bedroom 3 15' 1" x 14' 5" (4.6m x 4.4m max.) A spacious double sink unit with light and mirror over, W.C.,shaver point, ladder bedroom with lovely views and a built in wardrobe. Bedroom 5 15' 5" x 15' 2" (4.7m x 4.64m) Currently utilised as style heated towel rail, extractor fan and two windows. dressing Room and having built in storage and a window. Bathroom 2 Perfect for the shared use of Bedrooms 3 and 4, this
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En Suite Bathroom Having a four piece suite comprising a free standing claw foot bath, pedestal wash hand basin with light and mirror over, W.C. and bidet. Also having a an extractor fan.
Bedroom 6 16' 0" x 13' 7" (4.88m x 4.16m) A double room with beautiful views over the garden to the surrounding countryside.
En Suite Bathroom Having a three piece suite incorporating a bath with shower over, wash hand basin with light, mirror and shaver point over and a W.C. Also having an extractor fan and sky light.
A second stairway leads to These stairs also give access to the ground floor rear hallway.
Bedroom 7 / Games Room 30' 2" x 13' 8" (9.2m x 4.17m max.) Currently utilised as a games room and having a window, 2 skylights built in storage and vaulted ceiling.
Bedroom 8 / Dance Studio 15' 8" x 13' 5" (4.8m x 4.1m) Having a window, vaulted ceiling, wooden floor and mirrored wall.
A third stairway leads to a landing overlooking the swimming pool
Bedroom 9 14' 11" x 14' 1" (4.55m x 4.3m) A double room with Bedroom 2 electric heater and a window.
En Suite Bathroom Having a three piece suite comprising a bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin with light and mirror over and a W.C.
Bedroom 10 14' 11" x 14' 5" (4.55m x 4.4m) A double room with electric heater and a window.
En Suite Bathroom Having a three piece suite comprising a bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin with light, mirror and shaver point over and a W.C.
Bedroom 1 Bedroom 1
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Bedroom 11 14' 11" x 14' 5" (4.55m x 4.4m) A double room with electric heater and a window.
En Suite Bathroom Having a three piece suite comprising a bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin with light, mirror and shaver point over and a W.C.
Bedroom 12 14' 11" x 12' 9" (4.56m x 3.89m) A double room with electric heater and a window.
En Suite Bathroom Having a three piece suite comprising a bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin with light, mirror and shaver point over and a W.C.
Leisure Suite
Swimming Pool Room 45' 3" x 30' 1" (13.8m x 9.18m) Having a wonderful swimming pool (8.5m x 6m with variable depth), Jacuzzi and sauna. Also having an extraction unit, separate male and female dressing rooms, each with a sepa rate shower and W.C. The swimming pool area also has direct access to the patio.
Gym 36' 1" x 19' 4" (11m x 5.9m) Accessed through the Pool area and having a dual aspect and a glazed wall looking over the swimming pool, 3 storage heaters, and a kitchenette incorporating wall and base units with an integrated sink with mixer tap. Bedroom 2 En Suite Bathroom
The property also benefits from two Guest Suites Having access to the main house, Guest Suite 1 would perfectly suit a dependent relative or alternatively, both suites could readily be converted to use as a home office, study or studio if desired. Guest Suite 1 Accessed from either the main house or by a separate entrance and comprising a lounge (3.5 x 3.2m), double bedroom (5 x 3.4 max.) and bathroom.
Guest Suite 2 Accessed via a separate entrance and comprising a lounge (6 x 2.98 max.), double bedroom (5 x 2.99 max.) and a bathroom.
Bathroom 1 Bathroom 1
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Swimming Pool and Jacuzzi
Gym View
Former House Keepers Cottage In need of renovation, this haven to a superb variety of wildlife. There are also superb views areas of under floor heating. separate ancillary accommodation comprises four rooms and is across River Brathay to Wetherlam, The Coniston Range and into ripe for upgrading and returning to its former glory. the Langdale Valley beyond. Access can also be gained direct on Tenure Freehold. to Loughrigg Fell. Garage 31' 8" x 18' 0" (9.66m x 5.5m) A double garage with power There is also a stone built store in the lower section of the garden points and 3 windows. comprising space for the storage of gardening equipment, an open wood store, and separate W.C. Outside From electronic gates with audio and visual intercom, a sweeping driveway leads up through the magnificent grounds in Services The property is connected to mains electricity and water. which this beautiful home is set. There are 14.6 acres of grounds Drainage is to a septic tank and there is oil fired central heating. including a former tennis court currently maintained as lawn. The majority of the land is formed by natural woodland which is a The property also benefits from an integrated audio system and
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Guest Suite 1 Bedroom
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Guest Suite 1 Bedroom
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Room 2 Room Bedroom Bedroom Bedroom 23'3" x 18'0" 11 Garage 1 7.10 x 5.50 Room 10 9 14' 11" x 14'5" 31'8" x 18'0" 16'10" x 11'1" (excl. bay) 3 Bedroom 14' 11" x 14'5" 14' 11" x 14'1" 9.66 x 5.50 5.14 x 3.40 4.55 x 4.40 4.55 x 4.40 4.55 x 4.30 18'3" x 16'0" (max) (max) 12 5.58 x 4.90 14' 11" x 12'9" up (max) 4.56 x 3.89
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Outbuilding Ground Floor Outbuilding First Floor Upper Floor
Drawing up Room 29'2" x 24'0" Family 8.90 x 7.34 Bedroom (max) Bedroom Kitchen Bedroom 3 Dining 1 Dance 35'9" x 21'7" 2 15'1" x 14'5" 10.90 x 6.60 Bedroom 30'10" x 24'1" 4.60 x 4.40 Studio/ Room 18'2" x 17'8" (max) 6 9.40 x 7.35 (max) 21'10" x 19'5" 5.55 x 5.40 (max) Bedroom 8 6.66 x 5.92 16'0" x 13'7" 15'8" x 13'5" (max) 4.88 x 4.16 4.80 x 4.10
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up up up up Bedroom 4 up 15'1" x 10'9" Snug 4.60 x 3.29 Games 15'1" x 14' 11" Room/ 4.60 x 4.56 Landing (max) Bedroom 7 Bedroom up 30'2" x 13'8" 5 9.20 x 4.17 Boot Reception (max) Room Hall
Utility
up up Ground Floor First Floor up Second Floor
up Lounge 11'5" x 10'5" Hall Bedroom Bedroom Lounge 3.50 x 3.20 16'4" x 9'6" 16'4" x 11'1" 16'4" x 9'9" 5.00 x 2.90 Sauna 5.00 x 3.40 5.00 x 2.98 (max) (max) (max) Patio
Plant Room 15'3" x 13'5" 4.65 x 4.09 Swimming Pool 45'3" x 30'1" 13.80 x 9.18 (max)
Approx Gross Floor Area = 14748 Sq. Feet Gym = 1367.14 Sq. Metres 36'1" x 19'4" 11.00 x 5.90
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Location Brathay How occupies an enviable position which is highly sought after in the Lake District. The house stands on the
lower slopes of Loughrigg in its own delightful gardens.
From the centre of Ambleside take the A593 towards Coniston proceeding for approximately 2 miles. The property can be found on the right hand side, shortly after the Nanny Brow Hotel, by turning into the the private gated drive.
Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh Ambleside Office.
Energy Performance Certificate The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices.
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