Stable Becks, Grasmere, Cumbria, LA22 9PX

Enjoying an elevated position overlooking Grasmere lake and having simply stunning lake and fell views. With superb walks from the doorstep and Grasmere village just a short stroll away, this bright 3 bedroomed, 2 reception, 2 bathroomed detached home, set within approximately 3 acres, is perfect for family living, relaxing at weekends or for holiday letting. There are extensive informal woodland gardens, which lead to and include a field. With scope for some upgrading this truly is a superb opportunity.

The welcoming entrance hall on the first floor leads to the spacious lounge with its breathtaking "stop you in your tracks" views of Grasmere Lake and towards Loughrigg and the Fairfield Horseshoe. Also on this floor is the dining room, kitchen, main bedroom, and a shower room - all enjoying the wonderful views.

The "upside down" style accommodation includes two further bedrooms with views including lake, fell and garden, and a bathroom on the ground floor. The lovely stonework of the original stable being visible externally here.

The mature gardens include a pond, patio, and lawned terrace and boast a rich variety of mature shrubs and trees, with numerous view points and privacy. A gate leads to a field ideal for animals grazing or exercising an energetic dog or two. Additionally there is a summerhouse style chalet - now in need of work, and space to park on the private gated drive.
 

Location Famous the world over for its connections with William Wordsworth, Grasmere is a truly beautiful village surrounded by stunning scenery and being well catered for by a wide variety of cafes, restaurants, shops and traditional Lakeland inns which are all immediately on hand. The high fells which surround the village, and indeed the lake shore are all accessible on foot quite literally from the doorstep.  

Accommodation (with approximate dimensions)  

Entrance Hall Light and bright with ample space in which to greet visitors as well as deal with damp coats, muddy boots and soggy dogs. There is an external door to the rear garden and stairs to the ground floor.  

Lounge Sitting Room 23' 10" x 16' 6" (7.26m x 5.03m) A rather special dual aspect room with breathtaking ever changing views of Grasmere Lake and the surrounding fells. Watch the weather roll in, casting light on the crags altering the reflections on the lake surface from the comfort of an armchair. Simply stunning as far as the eye can see.

An ideal room to gather and relax with friends and family, with wood burning stove (complete with ornate chimney breast) set upon a slate hearth being a real focal point, and very welcome for those cooler evenings. Patio doors extend the living space to the garden, letting natural light flood in.
 

Dining Room 16' 3" x 13' 1" (4.95m x 3.99m) Perfect for entertaining this lovely room is spacious enough for all, yet maintains that 'cosy' feeling whilst also benefitting from fabulous fell and lake views. Offering added flexibility this room could equally be used as a further bedroom (as it has done previously) thanks to the generous sitting room already having space in which to dine.  

Kitchen 17' 0" x 11' 9" (5.18m max x 3.58m max) Whilst this room undoubtedly would benefit from an upgrade, there is no denying the magnificent views of Loughrigg and the Fairfield Horseshoe on offer. Base units include a stainless steel sink and double drainer and there is plumbing provision for an automatic washing machine. An integrated cupboard houses the hot water cylinder and is shelved for linen storage. An internal door conveniently links to the lounge sitting room. 

Pantry Having light and power points, and of course, even though being the smallest room in the house, there are fell views! 

Bedroom 1 13' 5" x 9' 7" (4.09m x 2.92m) A spacious light and bright double room with lovely garden views and having loft access. 

Shower Room Part tiled and having a three piece suite comprising a wash hand basin, shower and WC. 

Ground Floor  

Hallway A glazed external door lets natural light flood in.  

Bedroom 2 11' 6" x 11' 1" (3.51m x 3.38m) Having a stable door to the garden, this double room is currently in use as a twin, and benefits from a deep under stair cupboard with light and power points. 

Bedroom 3 14' 3" x 10' 7" (4.34m x 3.23m) A further generous double room currently used as a twin with wonderful lake and fell views to be enjoyed. 

Bathroom Having tiled walls and a three piece suite comprising a panel bath with shower over, pedestal wash hand basin, and a WC 

Outside  

Garden The extensive garden wraps around the property, and is private and tranquil in equal measure and full of birdlife and an occasional visiting red squirrel, accompanied by the soothing sounds of the babbling brook. There is plenty of space in which to sit and relax whilst taking in the glorious views. Lawns, climber entwined arbor, borders with mature shrubs and trees, cobbled yard area, and even a pond, as well as a paved patio ideal for enjoying a morning coffee, or perhaps a glass of something cool at the end of the day.

Additionally there is a greenhouse, and a timber summer house style chalet - currently in use as an additional storage space, and in need of some work. A large timber shed provides excellent storage for garden and outdoor equipment. To the rear is a field, which provides ample space exercising energetic dogs, the option to keep a few sheep, geese or to simply enjoy the natural surroundings. A small area of this field has formerly seen use as a vegetable garden. 

Parking The private gated drive provides space to park two cars in tandem. 

Property Information  

Tenure Freehold (Vacant possession upon completion). 

Services The property is connected to mains electricity and water.

The property has private drainage to a shared septic tank.

Please note that due to updated regulations for septic tanks and private drainage facilities, interested parties may wish to seek independent advice on the installation. We can recommend several local firms who may be able to assist.  

Broadband Superfast broadband is available.

Note;You may be able to obtain broadband service from EE a Fixed Wireless Access provider covering this area. 

Mobile Likely service from EE and O2. Limited service with Three and Vodafone.

5G is predicted to be available around this location from the following providers: EE, Vodafone. Please note that this predicted 5G coverage is for outdoors only.  

Council Tax Westmorland and Furness District Council - Band G 

Directions Beautifully located on the quiet road which links Grasmere with Elterwater, Stable Becks may be approached from the centre of Grasmere village from the direction of Ambleside by taking the left hand turn just past St Oswald's church (where William Wordsworth is buried) passing the Grasmere Gather/ Thirteen Valley café on your left. Continue along Red Bank Road for a distance of around half a mile, and the shared entrance driveway (sign for Silverhowe) is found on the right hand side. Enter between the short stone pillars (with the Lodge house on your right) and continue up the shared drive, passing Silverhowe on your left winding your way up as the driveway becomes steeper. Note.There is an acute bend just after Silverhowe so low gear and care to be taken. The private gated driveway to Stable Becks is on the left with magnificent views as your reward. Parking on the driveway.  

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Energy Performance Certificate The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices. 

Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh. 

Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML) Please note that when an offer is accepted on a property, we must follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all buyers under the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations (AML). We use a specialist third-party company to carry out these checks at a charge of £42.67 (inc. VAT) per individual or £36.19 (incl. vat) per individual, if more than one person is involved in the purchase (provided all individuals pay in one transaction). The charge is non-refundable, and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been completed. In the event the property is being purchased in the name of a company, the charge will be £120 (incl. vat). 

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