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17 Castle Foundry, Castlegate, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7DH

Key features

  • Impressive 3 bedroom, second floor Duplex flat
  • Spacious living room/ diner with views of historic ruins
  • Prime location of Penrith
  • Hive heating system
  • Secure entry system
  • No onward chain
  • Covered parking
  • Leasehold
  • Ultrafast Broadband available

Description


Nestled in the heart of Penrith, this stunning second-floor Duplex flat offers a unique blend of modern living and historical charm. Situated within a contemporary complex, this home boasts picturesque views of the iconic castle ruins, providing a daily reminder of the area's rich heritage. Step inside to discover a home in immaculate, turn-key condition, allowing you to move in and start enjoying your new home without delay. The home has been previously rented out, and is welcomed to the market with the added benefit of no onward chain, while boasting secure entry system, Hive heating and covered parking.

Upon entering, you're greeted by a welcoming hallway that sets the tone for the rest of the home. The hallway features two double glazed windows, allowing natural light to illuminate the area and create a warm, inviting atmosphere, providing access to the living room, a spacious bedroom, and a practical storage cupboard, ensuring everything you need is within easy reach. The cleverly designed cupboard houses the boiler, keeping it discreetly tucked away while maintaining easy access for maintenance. Carpeted stairs lead you gracefully to the upper level, adding a touch of luxury and comfort underfoot. To your right is the spacious living/ dining room, a bright and airy space, enhanced by a double glazed window and a charming Juliet balcony, allowing natural light to flood in while providing a picturesque outlook over the historic ruins. Electric fire and surround and storage cupboard. Carpet flooring. The living room seamlessly connects to the hallway and leads into the well-appointed kitchen, creating an ideal flow for both everyday living and entertaining. The fitted kitchen comprises of; Integrated 4 ring electric Induction hob, new oven and extractor, with integrated fridge/ freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. Stainless steel sink with hot and cold taps. Black speckle coloured worktops with ample wooden effect wall and base units. Double glazed window to front aspect, providing views of the Beacon in the distance. Part tiled with vinyl flooring.

Leading from the hallway into Bedroom 3 which is a good sized double bedroom, offering flexibility for family, guests, or as a home office. Double glazed window to rear aspect with views of the historic ruins. Carpet flooring. Three piece family bathroom with shower over bath, WC and basin with mixer taps. Heated towel rail. Part tiled with laminate flooring.

Ascend to the upper floor, where you'll find two generously sized bedrooms. Bedroom 1 is a true highlight, featuring two eaves storage cupboards, pitched ceiling that adds character and a sense of grandeur and private En- suite. Large double glazed window to rear aspect, flooding the room with natural light, with views of the historic ruins. Carpet flooring. Three piece En- suite with shower, WC and basin with hot and cold taps. Heated towel rail. Double glazed Velux window. Partial splashback with vinyl flooring. Bedroom 2 is equally impressive, with pitched ceiling and double glazed window to rear aspect with views of Penrith and the Beacon in the distance. Double glazed window to front aspect with views of the historic ruins. Two eaves cupboard provide additional storage space. Carpet flooring.

Beyond the interiors, the property boasts access to a beautifully maintained communal area, perfect for relaxing or socialising with neighbours. The area is complemented by chipped stones and bark, creating a tranquil and low-maintenance environment where you can unwind and enjoy the fresh air. Additionally, there is covered parking with storage cupboard.

Penrith is a quaint market town in the Eden Valley approximately 3 miles from the outskirts of the Lake District. The area offers many outdoor activities including woodland walks, equestrian pursuits, golf course, which are very popular in the region. Penrith offers good transport links including bus services, railway station with links to North and South and M6 motorway.
 

Accommodation with approx. dimensions  

Ground Floor  

Kitchen 11' 3" x 9' 11" (3.43m x 3.02m)  

Living/ dining room 20' 8" x 13' 2" (6.3m x 4.01m)
 

Bedroom Three 13' 2" x 9' 11" (4.01m x 3.02m)
 

Bathroom  

First Floor  

Bedroom One 20' 2" x 11' 11" (6.15m x 3.63m)
 

En- suite  

Bedroom Two 18' 1" x 15' 1" (5.51m x 4.6m)
 

Property Information  

Tenure
Leasehold
We have been advised, the leasehold belongs to the residents
999 years remining as of January 2010
 

Management Company
We have been advised, this is Castle Foundry M.C 

Service Charge
We have been advised the Service Charge is £625 p/a 

Agents Notes We have been advised the annual maintenance fee has been paid in advance until September 2025.
We have been advised, when purchasing the property the buyer automatically becomes a member of the Management Company. 

Council Tax
Band B
Westmorland & Furness Council
 

Services and Utilities
Mains electricity, mains water and mains gas. Mains drainage 

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

Broadband Speed
Ultrafast available 

Directions
Driving from Penrith head south-west on Corn Market/ A592 towards Great Dockray, turning left onto Great Dockray. Turn right onto Princess Street and right onto West Lane. Turn left onto Neville Avenue and right onto Castle Terrace. Castle Foundry can also be approached from Castlegate if walking.  

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Viewings
By appointment with Hackney and Leigh's Penrith office 

Price
£180,000 

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Regulations
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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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: B
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Covered,Off street
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
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