Fountain House £885,000

FOUNTAIN HOUSE £885,000

An impressive landmark townhouse

Situated in a central position in this sought-after Lune Valley market town, a handsome and substantial town house with the rear portion predating 1715 and the Georgian frontage being built in 1830. Grade II Listed, the property is bursting with character and original features and offers spacious, well-proportioned accommodation over three floors. All important within the town, there’s a private walled garden which includes space to park.

www.davis-bowring.co.uk Welcome to FOUNTAIN HOUSE £885,000 8 Beck Head, Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2AY

Situated in a prominent and central position, a statuesque Grade II Listed townhouse which dates back to pre 1715 with the Georgian frontage added later in 1830. The property has an interesting past - originally the principal inn within the town and having a thatched roof, it stood on the street which was the meeting place for local farmers. Later sold to William Carus Wilson (1791 – 1859) who in 1823 established the Clergy Daughters' School at Cowan Bridge (made famous by the Bronte Sisters), the front of the inn was knocked down and rebuilt as a private dwelling, known as Beck Head House. In 1934, the house became a nursing home run by Mrs Wilson, the wife of Jonty Wilson, the Fairbank Blacksmith and took on the current name, Fountain House. The current owners bought it in 1989 and Fountain House has served them well as a family house, at one time with three generations. Whilst in good order, the modern generation of buyers will inevitably be looking to undertake cosmetic refreshments and put their stamp on the house. Offering well-proportioned accommodation with high ceilings over three floors, the house has abundant character and original features such as tiled floors, sash windows with working shutters, decorative plasterwork, cornice, picture rails, the most striking Westmorland window, leaded mullion window and an original elegant staircase. The walled garden is big enough to provide an enclosed and private space for children and pets and is great for outside entertaining. In all, a splendid family house in an incredibly accessible location in the centre of town.

Grade II splendour

• Handsome townhouse with an interesting history - one of Kirkby Lonsdale’s landmark properties

• Central location offering the opportunity to immerse yourself in all the town has to offer - all within walking distance

• Front staircase hall - elegant stairs and a beautiful Westmorland window

• Two reception rooms - perfect for entertaining

• Atmospheric study with fitted bookshelves

• Large family-friendly dining kitchen and ever useful utility room

• Good cellar rooms - excellent storage

• Three double bedrooms, fourth single and house bathroom

• Spacious master suite with shower room

• Second floor with large landing, three bedrooms and bathroom - a floor perfect for teenagers, guests, hobbies or working from home

• Private walled garden with lawn, mature trees and shrubs, flagged terrace and raised beds - the perfect place to enjoy a little peace and tranquility, away from the hustle and bustle of the town - undoubtable kerb appeal

• A small and traditional gravelled foregarden with wrought iron railings and ornate arch

• Private parking Location and directions

“The Valley of the Lune at Kirkby Lonsdale is one of the loveliest scenes in England and therefore the world…. I do not know in all my own country, still less in France or Italy, a place more naturally divine.” John Ruskin Kirkby Lonsdale is situated within scenic Lune Valley and is convenient for both the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales National Parks as well as the Trough of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Everything is on your doorstep - this popular destination market town offers a range of local amenities (some cracking restaurants and pubs, independent shops, Booths supermarket as well as churches, banks and a post office) and is a popular choice for families because of the good choice of schools. Secondary schools can be found in Kirkby Lonsdale (Queen Elizabeth), Milnthorpe (Dallam) and Lancaster. There are also girls’ and boys’ grammar schools in Lancaster. The market town of Kendal and the city of Lancaster offer a comprehensive range of excellent educational, commercial and recreational facilities. Golf courses are at Kirkby Lonsdale, Casterton, Kendal, Sedbergh and Settle and for those that prefer a good hike, we’re spoilt with the Lakes, Dales and Forest of Bowland on our doorstep - great for walking, running or cycling. M6 J36 6.1 miles (for travelling north), M6 J34 14.4 miles (for travelling south), Oxenholme Train Station 9.8 miles (direct train to London Euston), Kendal 13.8 miles (gateway to the Lakes), Lancaster 17.0 miles (university and hospital city) and Manchester airport 71.4 miles (for jetting off). All mileages are approximate Head down Mitchelgate and at the ‘T’ junction, Fountain House is on the left hand side. Boundary plan - not to scale Information For illustrative purposes only

Council tax Fountain House is currently banded G for Council Tax purposes. Potential purchasers are advised to verify this information for themselves. Local Authority South Lakeland District Council, South Lakeland House, Lowther, Street, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7QU. T: 01539 733333 www.southlakeland.gov.uk Services Mains electricity, gas, drainage and water. Gas central heating with hot water to radiators. We are informed by the vendor that the system is serviced annually. Broadband connection available.

Please note • All carpets, curtains, blinds, curtain poles and light fittings are included in the sale.

• The white goods are available by separate negotiation along with other items of furniture.

• A right of way exists in favour of Fountain House to access the rear of the property from the highway (shown hatched on the plan).

Money Laundering Prospective buyers should be aware that in the event that they make an offer for the property, they will be required to provide the agent with documents in relation to the Money Laundering Regulations; one being photographic ID, i.e. driving licence or passport and the other being a utility bill showing their address. These can be provided in the following ways: by calling into the agent's office with copies or by way of a certified copy provided via their solicitor. In addition prospective buyers will be required to provide information regarding the source of funding as part of the agent’s offer procedure. Lane House, Kendal Road 015242 74445 Kirkby Lonsdale [email protected] Carnforth Lancashire LA6 2HH www.davis-bowring.co.uk

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