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Ramblers Roost, Grasmere, Ambleside, LA22 9SG

PROPERTY TYPE

Apartment

BEDROOMS

1

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

433 sq ft

40 sq m

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Key features

  • Ground floor apartment
  • Open plan kitchen and living area
  • Well established holiday let
  • Sold with the majority of contents
  • Perfect location
  • Close to plenty of walks
  • Stunning Views
  • Private parking

Description

Sale of an enchanting one bedroom ground floor, self contained apartment. Attractively presented and modernised in recent years by the current owners. Improvements include, new kitchen, new
cylinder and new electric heaters. 

Currently a well established holiday letting property and sold with the majority of contents, with the exception of any personal items and generating an annual income of circa £18,000 ( currently does have forward bookings).

The property is situated in a gently elevated position tucked away above Dove Cottage and a duck pond overlooking Grasmere Lake, only half a mile from one of the most popular Lakeland villages, Grasmere. Grasmere is famous for its literary connections with William Wordsworth. From the elevated position of Wood Close there are stunning panoramic Lake views and views of the surrounding fells from the grounds and property. Ideally placed for a variety of walks with direct access to the famous Fairfield Horseshoe and Coffin Route from the doorstep yet convenient for all village amenities.

ACCOMODATION
UPVC composite glazed door leading in to:-

VESTIBULE
With tiled floor, double glazed window and electric wall heater. Providing useful cloaks area with internal door and step leading to:-

OPEN PLAN KITCHEN/LIVING AREA
An attractive selection of contemporary wall and base units, stainless steel sink with mixer tap, appliances include four ring electric hob, cooker and extractor hood. Integrated appliances include fridge, and dishwasher. Part wall tiled and attractive feature slate floor. Two electric wall heaters. TV point and cupboard providing useful storage facility and concealing the consumer unit. Steps leading up to:-

BEDROOM
A spacious double room with a electric wall heater. Attractive views over the grounds to Silver Howe and Grasmere Lake. Recessed double cupboard provides useful storage whilst housing a new water cylinder.

INTERNAL HALLWAY
Located off the kitchen/living area with a flagged floor, electric wall heater, and additional useful storage cupboard. Leading to:-

BATHROOM
Spacious white three piece suite comprising of panel bath with Mira electric shower over, wash hand basin and WC. Flagged floor and partially wall tiled with electric light, a fan and electric heated towel rail.

SERVICES
Mains water, electric and drainage. Electric heating.

OUTSIDE
Wood Close has the distinct advantage of approximately 3 1/4 acres of private grounds comprising woodland and lawns attracting various wildlife. There is a substantial communal paved terrace with stunning lake and fell views. All properties have private parking plus there is a visitors space available . There is also a small communal laundry room with stainless steel sink unit and washing machine and drier.

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TENURE
Original 999 year lease from 18th August 1992.. The management company own the freehold. Ramblers Roost currently pays approximately £1500.00 per annum, contributing towards the gardening, external building maintenance, window cleaning, and building insurance. The property is responsible for 1/ 10 of costs. With the exception of the roof which is 5.5%.

RATABLE VALUE
£2,000. Actual amount payable £998. This could be reduced if the purchaser is entitled to small business rates relief. More details can be obtained through the Local Authority - Westmorland and Furness Council.

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PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Private garden
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About Matthews Benjamin, Ambleside

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Established in Windermere in 1993 Matthews Benjamin has earned an excellent reputation based on trust, expertise and care that has been developed from a local family business run by people with an extensive property knowledge and love of the local area. In 2006, Matthews Benjamin expanded and set up the Fine & Country network for prestigious properties across the South Lakes and North Lancashire.

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Today, we have proudly established a stronghold of offices across the Lake District and North Lancashire, offering quality services for residential sales. Our dual branding of Matthews Benjamin and Fine & Country has allowed us to create a specialist synergy between all levels of the market and we are proud of our unrivalled reputation. We are strategically set in key locations to facilitate the sale and purchase of residential properties within a significant part of the North West region. The Lake District National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site, part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the Arnside and Silverdale and Forest of Bowland Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty; our property portfolio arguably covers some of the most beautiful places in England. From the 17th century farmsteads of the Lyth Valley to stunning barn conversions in the Lune Valley, traditional Lakeland terraces, quintessential cottages and Georgian townhouses to state of the art contemporary homes, we cover the whole market with our unparalleled and bespoke marketing approach, high levels of professional service and selling skills.

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