Low Laithe, Ecclerigg, Windermere, LA23 1LJ

Low Laithe is an attractive looking detached two/three bedroom Lakeland cottage.

Converted and extended in the 1960’s from a former coach house. The property has been well looked after by the current owners and enjoys an ideal low maintenance garden. Enjoying field and woodland views with detached single garage. The property has the distinct advantage of private lake frontage.

Nestled on an attractive plot, which is hidden away and offers a relatively secluded position. The property will suit a variety of purchasers whether as a fine weekend retreat or a main residence.

Ideally located at Ecclerigg, the house is equidistant between Windermere and Ambleside in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Lake shore walks mere minutes away at Brockhole Visitors Centre which is ideal for both parents and children with both ferry and bus routes within easy walking distance and country walks via the bridle path into Troutbeck and Ambleside right on the doorstep.

Accommodation

Glazed front door leading into an attractive wide hallway with original fixed hay rack. Leading through to:

Lounge
(4.29m x 4.24m ((14'0" x 13'10")

A lovely dual aspect room with a large picture window with attractive views over the garden and adjacent countryside. Large open staircase, TV point, stone arch entrance into kitchen with double glazed doors leading into:

Kitchen/Dining Room
5.06m x 2.74m (16'7" x 8'11" )

A light and airy room with selection of wall and base units and display cabinet. Stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, gas cooker point and plumbing for a washing machine. Dual aspect including picture window, patio door enjoying garden and country views. Velux window and exposed beams.

Study/Bedroom Three
3.30m x 3.28m (10'10" x 10'9" )

A good size room currently used as a study, although large enough for a double room, with woodland and garden views

House Bathroom

A spacious three piece coloured suite comprising of a panelled bath with shower attachment, WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Electric light and shaver point, extractor fan and generous airing cupboard housing the cylinder with shelving.

First floor

Landing with exposed beams and loft hatch leading to:

Bedroom One
4.38m x 4.18m (14'4" x 13'8" )

A generously proportioned double room with exposed beams and woodland views. Substantial built in recessed wardrobe, loft hatch and eaves storage providing useful storage facility.

Bedroom Two
4.28m x 3.20m (14'0" x 10'5")

L shaped double room with pedestal wash basin and electric shaving point. Original exposed beams and attractive views over the garden to surrounding woodlands.

Outside

The property is accessed via a private shared drive, of which the property has right of way. Leading to a private gated gravel drive with parking for several vehicles. There is also a detached timber garage on a concrete pad. Also benefiting from an ideal low maintenance garden with paved terrace, a selection of well established mature shrubs and bushes and access around the property. External store with WC, corner wash hand basin and radiator with wall mounted gas central heating boiler.

There is the fantastic private Lake Windermere shore access which comprises of approximately, six metres of private beach. Please note it is accessed via a private path approximately 100m away on the other side of the A591.

Directions

From Windermere travel north on the A591 towards Ambleside. Continue through Troutbeck Bridge past White Cross Bay, after another ¼ mile past the entrance to Brockhole National Park Visitors Centre and Merewood Hotel on the right. Then, after 100 metres, turn right through a black metal gate which gives access to Ecclerigg Cottages and to Low Laithe located behind.

Tenure

Freehold.

Services

Mains electricity, gas and water. Shared septic tank. Gas central heating.

Council tax Band

F