6611/BB
FOR SALE OLD SMITHY CALDBECK, WIGTON, CUMBRIA CA7 8EL
DEADLINE FOR OFFERS 12 NOON ON FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER 2020
GUIDE PRICE £250,000
SUMMARY This is a rare and exciting opportunity to acquire a unique freehold detached property, set within one of Cumbria’s most idyllic villages with stunning views over The Lake District National Park. The property lends itself to owner occupation for various uses and would be suitable for conversion to residential or a holiday home / cottage / let, subject to planning. Viewing is highly recommended to see the potential on offer for this generously sized and prime located building at the heart of Caldbeck. www.carigietcowen.co.uk Suite 2 Telford House, Riverside, Warwick Road, Carlisle CA1 2BT RICS Regulated E-mail: [email protected] LOCATION Old Smithy is a unique property set at the heart of the picturesque village of Caldbeck within The Lake District National Park. Caldbeck is conveniently positioned approximately 14 miles south of Carlisle, 16 miles north of the popular town of Keswick and 16 miles west of Penrith and the M6 motorway. Nearby villages include Dalston, Hesket Newmarket, Ireby and Uldale.
The village of Caldbeck is charming in character and benefits from stunning views across the Lake District fells, making it attractive for walkers, cyclists and visitors to the area throughout the year. Buildings within the village are made up of private residential dwellings, and holiday homes and cottages. Local amenities include a doctors surgery and Fellside Primary School. Other established occupiers within the village include The Priest’s Mill café and craft shop, The Oddfellows Arms public house and Lofters Hair Design
Old Smithy lies adjacent to the village’s famous beautiful and colourful riverside terrace houses and the junction for access to Keswick and Hesket Newmarket. For identification purposes only, the village location of the subject property is shown circled red and outlined on the Promap plan extracts attached overleaf.
DESCRIPTION A detached property of local stone construction under a pitched slate roof covering providing a mixture of two and single storey accommodation with external garden areas and designated car parking for up to 7 vehicles.
Internally the two storey section of Old Smithy provides a ground floor open plan area rectangular in shape. An integral staircase provides access to the first floor mezzanine, however this area can also be accessed from an external stairwell on the side of the building. The remaining ground floor section is accessed through an opening from the main space. Double doors are installed to the side elevation.
A WC is installed and is currently accessed from the rear of the property.
SERVICES We understand mains water, electricity and drainage are connected to the property. Panel radiators are installed throughout, however a purchaser will be required to install a necessary heating source.
ACCOMMODATION / AREAS Ground Floor Sales Area 43.94 sq m (473 sq ft) Kitchen 21.09 sq m (227 sq ft)
First Floor Mezzanine 24.42 sq m (263 sq ft)
Carigiet Cowen Limited Registered in England No. 4365363 Registered Office: Suite 2 Telford House, Riverside, Warwick Road, CARLISLE CA1 2BT
TENURE Freehold with vacant possession
GUIDE PRICE & DEADLINE FOR OFFERS £250,000 - DEADLINE FOR OFFERS 12 NOON ON FRIDAY 30 OCTOBER 2020
VAT We understand the property is not registered for VAT and therefore VAT will not be payable on top of the sale price agreed between the parties.
PLANNING & USE The property was most recently utilised as a tearoom and café under the former Use Class A3 and newly formed Use Class section E. Interested parties are encouraged to make their own enquiries with the local authority for their potential uses, including any proposed redevelopment and conversion to residential. We understand the property is not individually listed.
COSTS Each side will bear their own legal and professional costs incurred.
VIEWINGS & FURTHER INFORMATION Strictly by appointment with the sole agent, Carigiet Cowen. Further information can be obtained directly from the agent, Ben Blain BSc (Hons) MRICS. Viewings can be arranged for the following viewings days: -
• Wednesday 30th September 2020 • Monday 12th October 2020 • Wednesday 21st October 2020
To arrange a time to view, please contact our office on 01228 544733.
DETAILS PREPARED September 2020
www.carigietcowen.co.uk Suite 2 Telford House, Riverside, Warwick Road, Carlisle CA1 2BT RICS Regulated E-mail: [email protected] THE PROPERTY
TO CARLISLE & DALSTON
TO HESKET CALDBECK NEWMARKET VILLAGE
TO KESWICK
www.carigietcowen.co.uk Suite 2 Telford House, Riverside, Warwick Road, Carlisle CA1 2BT RICS Regulated E-mail: [email protected]