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2 Merewood Lodge Ecclerigg, Windermere, LA23 1QB

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Key features

  • Lovely gently elevated private garden
  • Private parking for two vehicles with additional visitor parking
  • Lovely balcony with country views
  • Upside down house
  • Three bedroom two bathroom property

Description

A light and airy house with three double/twin bedrooms. Not unusual for the Lakes the property is an upside down house taking advantage of the country views from the living/ dining room on the first floor which also has the benefit of a lovely balcony. There is a useful store cupboard which provides access to a large attic, which subject to approval could potentially house another ensuite bedroom. 
 
Expertly converted in 2001 by renowned local builders, Robert Hughes, into a fabulous and spacious contemporary property.  Enjoying  attractive south facing country views including winter views of Lake Windermere. With the huge advantage of a lovely gently elevated private garden with substantial summer house. Private parking for two vehicles with additional visitor parking.
 
The property has been well looked after and maintained by the current owners including some new quality fittings. Its currently a well established holiday let through local lettings agents Lakelovers, more information can be found at property is sold as a going concern including all forward bookings and the majority of contents with the exception of a few personal items. It currently generates an annual income of circa £25,000 to £40,000, dependant on usage by the owner. Lakelovers are more than willing to advise new buyer’s how to maximise income up to this level.
 
Merewood Lodge is a series of thirteen individual houses and apartments of the highest quality, designed and built by respected Lakeland developer Robert Hughes. Located in Ecclerigg, opposite Brockhole  between Windermere and Ambleside in the heart of the Lake District National Park with lake shore walks at Brockhole and country walks into Troutbeck right from the doorstep. Within easy walking distance to Langdale Chase, Merewood Hotel and Lowood Hotel. 

Accommodation

Glazed front door leading to: 

Hallway

Wide hallway with alarm. Useful cloaks cupboard with shelving.
 
Open staircase with understairs cupboard. 

Bedroom One - 4.57m x 3.28m (15'0" x 10'9")

Attractive and spacious double room with comprehensive selection of quality fitted wardrobe, shelves, bed side cabinets, dressing table, drawers and TV point. South facing feature bay window with views over the communal gardens. 

En Suite

Spacious white three piece suite comprising of corner shower cubicle, WC, vanity sink unit, fully floor and wall tiled. Electric light/shaving point, extractor fan and heated towel rail. 

Bedroom Two - 3.25m x 3.23m (10'8" x 10'7")

Lovely twin room. 

Bedroom Three - 3.4m x 3.23m (11'2" x 10'7")

Spacious double room  with south facing views. 

House Bathroom

Large three piece white suite comprising of panelled bath with shower attachment. Wash hand basin, WC, extractor fan, electric light/shaving point, heated towel rail, shelving, fully floor and wall tiled. 

First Floor Landing

Kitchen/Diner - 3.51m x 4.95m (11'6" x 16'3")

Attractive selection of pine fronted work units with worktop. 1.5 stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap. Integrated appliances include; 4 ring AEG gas hob, double electric AEG oven with extractor hood, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. Wood effect floor, part wall tiled, partially glazed walls giving light through to the dining/living room. Stunning country views. 

Living/Dining Room - 7.92m x 4.88m (26'0" x 16'0")

Well proportioned L shaped room benefiting from south facing country views towards Lake Windermere over the communal gardens. Glazed patio door leading out onto the balcony. TV point. 

Cloakroom

Two piece white suite comprising of WC and vanity wash hand basin. Half wall tiled and fully  floor tiled with extractor fan. 

Cupboard

Highly useful owners cupboard that could easily be used as a study area. Velux window and loft access. Loft could possibly be converted to create an additional en suite bedroom. Currently housing the gas central heating boiler. 

Outside

Property benefits from communal gardens as well as having the advantage of private garden area. Majority graveled, paved footpath, small planted shrubs, good sized summer house with decking giving delightful south facing views towards the adjacent countryside. 

Directions

From Windermere travel north on the A591 toward Ambleside. Continue through Troutbeck Bridge and past White Cross Bay after another 1/4 mile turn right on to Merewood Hotels drive, continue for approximately 50 meters and turn right. Proceed through the gate and the property is directly facing you. Please note it can also be accessed via the main entrance to the development opposite Brockhole visitor centre. 
 

Services

All mains services are connected. Gas central heating. 

Tenure

Leasehold. 999 year Lease since 1 September 2001. Service charge £900 per quarter. 

Rateable Value

£4,350.00.  Actual amount payable £2,170.65 This could be reduced to ZERO if the purchaser is entitled to Small Business Rates Relief. More details can be obtained from the Local Authority South Lakeland District Council . 

Broadband

Ultrafast 1000 Mbps download speed (based on Ofcom.com results)

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About Matthews Benjamin, Ambleside

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Matthews Benjamin was established in Windermere in 1993 by local property experts David Benjamin and Peter Matthews. As an independent estate agency, we specialise in house sales across Ambleside, Windermere, Lancaster and Morecambe.

Since our establishment, we have earned an excellent reputation based on trust, expertise, and care. This has been developed from a family business run by only local people with extensive knowledge and love of the local area. We put our clients at the heart of everything we do. Furthermore, we always guarantee an outstanding service.

For further details about our services, do not hesitate to contact Matthews Benjamin Estate Agents.

In 2006, Andrew Kneale joined the company as a partner with David Benjamin. With him, Andrew brought a wealth of experience and expansion into setting up the Fine & Country network. Fine & Country is for prestigious properties across the South Lakes and North Lancashire.

Today, we have established a stronghold of offices spread across the Lake District and North Lancashire. We offer quality services for both residential and commercial sales and lettings. Furthermore, our dual branding of Matthews Benjamin and Fine & Country has allowed us to create a specialist synergy between all levels of the market. We are proud of our unrivaled reputation.

Our offices are in key locations to facilitate the sale, purchase, and/or let of properties within a significant part of the North West Region. We cover the UNESCO Lake District National Park, part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the Silverdale and Arnside AONB, Forest of Bowland AONB. Our portfolio of properties arguably covers some of the most beautiful places in the UK. From the 17th century farmsteads of the Lyth Valley to stunning barn conversions in the Lune Valley, traditional Lakeland terraces, cottages to townhouses, Victorian to modern, we cover it all with our unrivaled and bespoke marketing approach.

To mark the celebration of our 25th anniversary in 2018, Matthews Benjamin expanded further into residential lettings and property management. Additionally, we also offer rental services to landlords and tenants alike from all of our offices.

We have a seasoned team of local experts who provide professional advice. Our team offers a premium service that eases the stresses behind residential letting. Whether you are looking to sell, buy, let out or rent, we can help. In addition to the estate agency, Matthews Benjamin can also offer independent mortgage advice.

To find out more about the house sales and property lettings we operate across South Lakes and North Lancashire, contact our Ambleside, Windermere, or Lancaster branch.

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