3 Skelwith Fold Cottages Skelwith Fold, LA22 0HT

Guide Price £700,000

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Skelwith Fold Cottage is a deceptively large three bedroom Grade ll listed mid terrace traditional Lakeland property. Possibly dating back to circa 1725 this 18th Century property has a wealth of original character features including exposed beams and stone walls. The accommodation boasts three reception rooms including a stunning large ‘L’ shaped sitting room with high vaulted ceilings and exposed beams, located on the first floor. This room could equally be transformed into a bedroom as it provides stunning views towards the Langdale Pikes. Additionally on the ground floor is a utility/shower room and integral double garage/workshop, with potting shed attached to the rear. Subject to planning consent the garage could make a fabulous kitchen/diner/dayroom.

The majority of rooms enjoy attractive views towards the Langdale Valley as does the well established yet relatively low maintenance garden to the rear with paved footpaths and patio. There is parking for one vehicle although potential to create an additional space.

The property will suit a variety of buyers whether as a main residence, holiday let or weekend retreat. Well placed in the centre of the Lake District National Park elevated above Skelwith Bridge and bordering the Langdale Valley. The property is set in a lovely rural position and commands beautiful views towards the Langdale Pikes. With endless fell and country walks from the door step with the famous Drunken Duck within walking distance as well as the Skelwith Bridge Hotel and popular Chester’s Café are close at hand with the popular market town of Ambleside is approximately 2½ miles away.

www.matthewsbenjamin.co.uk Proceed out of Ambleside on the A593 following the road towards Coniston, turn left signposted Hawkshead over the bridge and turn right sign posted Skelwith Fold. Continue along Bog Lane for approximately 1½ mile, once you get to Skelwith Fold the property is first on the left.

Glazed front porch with slate tiled floor and seat. Ideal storage facility for boots. Magnificent views towards Langdale Valley. Internal door leading into:

With open fireplace, currently sealed, with quarry tiled hearth and surround. Feature window seat and alcove cupboard. Exposed beam. Leading to:

A room full of character with exposed beams and oak shelving. Secondary glazing and night storage heater.

A selection of wall and base units with electric cooker point and exposed beams. Part wall tiled. Attractive views over the rear garden. Substantial selection of additional fitted cupboards and understair cupboard providing useful storage facility. Internal access to garage whilst the rear glazed door leads to small conservatory with rear door.

Offices covering Ambleside, Windermere, Kendal & Lancaster With corner electric shower, belfast sink, heated towel rail, extractor and plumbing for washing machine. Housing Worcester boiler and fuse box. Separate WC.

Landing with character partial exposed stone wall and exposed beam. Cupboard housing cylinder. Loft hatch with pull down ladder.

A fantastic and generously proportioned dual aspect ‘L’ shaped room with partially vaulted ceiling and exposed beams throughout. Giving spectacular views towards the Langdale Valley. Large four piece white suite comprising of panelled bath, corner shower cubicle, vanity wash hand basin and WC. Electric light/shaver point. Heated towel rail and fully wall tiled with extractor. Spacious double room with vanity wash hand basin and electric light/shaver point. Fantastic views towards the Langdales.

Double room with night storage heater. Original cast iron fire surround. Views towards the Langdales.

‘L’ shaped double room with exposed beams.

Creating ideal office space. Plumbing in place if en suite required The front of the property benefits from a private drive with parking G for one vehicle, although this could be extended to create an additional space. There is an electric up and over door leading to Garage/Workshop with integral access to the access with both water and electric and a useful mechanics pit. Whilst there is also an attached potting shed to the rear. To the front there is a selection of planted shrubs and bushes whilst to the rear there is a well established array of plants and bushes with stone paved paths. Attractive patio area giving magnificent views towards Langdale Valley and surrounding countryside.

Mains electric and water. Oil heating and storage heaters. Shared private drainage.

Freehold. Vacant possession on completion. Loughrigg Villa, Kelsick Road, Ambleside, Cumbria LA22 0BZ 015394 32220 [email protected] www.matthewsbenjamin.co.uk

Viewing is strictly by appointment with the sole agents The services, kitchen and sanitary ware, appliances and fittings have not been tested by the selling agents and purchasers should undertake their own investigations and survey. The agents endeavour to make their sales details are correct, however, purchasers and their conveyancers should make their own enquiries as to accuracy, especially where statements have not been verified. Please contact the agents before travelling any distance to view to check availability and confirm any point of particular importance.