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Braithwaite, Keswick

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

2,121 sq ft

197 sq m

TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Imposing Victorian 4 bedroom detached house
  • Elevated, standalone position in Whinlatter Forest
  • Magnificent Lakeland fell views from all the rooms
  • Approximately 5.7 acres in total
  • Conveniently located close to Braithwaite and Keswick
  • Further development potential within outbuilding the side (STP)
  • Four bedrooms and two bath / shower rooms
  • Four flexible use reception rooms
  • Wonderful, mature grounds with elevated terrace and woodland
  • A wonderful lifestyle opportunity

Description

** Around 2000 sq ft Lakeland Home with around 5.7 acres & stunning views **

Nestled into Whinlatter Forest overlooking the dramatic Lakeland Fells, this imposing Victorian four-bedroom detached residence occupies around 5.7 acres of beautiful mature surrounding grounds and woodland in an outstanding elevated position. All the rooms in this wonderful home have windows which frame the views perfectly.

Built in 1857 and retaining many features, this home also has the benefit of further development potential with an area of the side, currently used as a garage and adjoining storerooms, giving scope for conversion, subject to the relevant planning consents.

Sitting around one mile from Braithwaite village and close to the market town of Keswick this is an ideal location to combine a rural and standalone home with spectacular panoramic views of the majestic fells whilst only a stones throw from local schools, local amenities and the lakes.

Ground Floor - All of the rooms to the front of the home enjoy the spectacular views to the front with an entrance hallway/snug, large lounge with 2 arched windows, dining room and kitchen. To the rear of the ground floor there is a large pantry/utility room, cellar and access to the rear.

First Floor - There are four bedrooms accessed from the first floor landing, three double and a single room. The master bedroom has a vaulted beamed ceiling, dressing room and a ensuite bathroom. The elevated views are enjoyed from the three double bedrooms to the front of the house

Externally - Sitting in approximately 5.7 Acres with a sweeping gated driveway and parking area. The grounds extend to the front and side and comprise of lawns, terraces, woodland and are incredibly private and are a haven for wildlife. To the side of the house is an open garage with some store rooms to the side which are perfect for conversion into further useable rooms (STP) or simply used as storage spaces

Location - Sitting in a standalone position with walks from the doorstep, this home is located under three miles from Keswick, the village of Braithwaite has an active community and offers an extensive range of local amenities including regular bus routes, Church of England primary school, two shops and a visiting post office, church, village hall with sporting facilities, café, hotels, restaurants and public houses. There is a foot and cycle path into Keswick.

Services - Mains electricity.
Private water supply
Drainage is via a Titan Pollution Control Unit Type P6, installed in 2008 and was last emptied in 2012.
Oil central heating – last serviced in Oct 2023 with a new boiler installed in 2022.

Council Tax And Epc - Council Tax - Band G
EPC - E

Rights Of Way - A public footpath crosses the grounds near the east boundary of the site at the far bottom of the garden

Disclosure - In order to comply with a Forestry Commission notice, parts of the grounds at the property have been recently treated to remove Rhododendrons and decontaminate their surrounding areas where it is suspected to be infected with Phytophthora Ramorum

Epc And Council Tax - Council Tax - G
EPC - E

Directions - Proceed from Keswick onto the A66 towards Cockermouth. Turn left at the signpost for Braithwaite. Continue ahead into the village and past the Royal Oak public following the B5292 road up the hill towards the Whinlatter Forest. The entrance to the property is situated on the right after approximately one mile.

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Disclaimer - These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general guideline and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending Purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. The services, systems, and appliances shown may not have been tested and has no guarantee as to their operability or efficiency can be given. All floor plans are created as a guide to the lay out of the property and should not be considered as a true depiction of any property and constitutes no part of a legal contract.

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Braithwaite, Keswick
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Yes
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