Watermead, Old Hall Road, Troutbeck Bridge, Windermere, LA23 1JA

Description: Where high quality and an absolute prime location are mixed together, they give you Watermead. A fabulous detached Arts and Crafts house upgraded and set on a generous plot amounting to a little under an acre of manicured privately fenced and landscaped grounds and gardens. Offering 5 bedrooms and all a discerning needs, fantastic views, detached double garage and a stunning double tier raised decking area with fabulous panoramic Lake Views, together with your privately owned access to Lake Windermere, approximately 200 meters down the picturesque private lane.

Watermead also offers a fantastic property investment opportunity, for the discerning investor, with historically strong increasing property values few properties can match. The rare and unique property provides the all important 3 L's of location, location, location which creates a highly desirable property.

Arguably located on one of the most sought after and select private estate roads in the entire region, in which Watermead will always retain its appeal, being only a short distance from both Windermere, Ambleside and Bowness on Windermere and yet set in a tranquil, exclusive area where many unique multi million pound homes sit and which occasionally, exchange hands in excess of seven figures.

Not only does this wonderful country house retain many wonderful views from the front rooms and particularly the upper rear garden, Watermead, as mentioned, also comes with an extremely rare and valuable asset - a shared Lake access for a fortunate few owners, perfect for those wild swimmers, those that wish to launch a small boats, canoe, paddleboards etc - a delight for families to enjoy and all provided behind a privately gated entrance.

Set in an expertly designed landscaped and well maintained gardens which starts with private electric gated entrance driveway, ample parking and detached double garage with boarded storage above. It continues with a large front level, family friendly lawn, various peaceful terraces and patios and rises up at rear to an impressive two tier expansive decking area complemented with sun beds and outdoor lounge seating. The South Westerly aspect across the gardens and the wonderful views of Lake Windermere can be fully appreciated from here. An excellent haven for those warmer days and evenings for all to enjoy.

It will be hard to find a better place to relax or entertain guests. The immaculate garden and grounds also offer a large, fully insulated timber building situated to the side of the rear garden, perfect perhaps for the creation of a home office, gym or games/hobbies room.

The house itself sits surrounded by the mature gardens offering an excellent degree of privacy along with a dual aspect sitting room, an attractive separate dining room with patio doors opening to a large outdoor secondary decking area complete with a 10 seater dining table - ideal for barbecues! A generously proportioned, luxury breakfast kitchen complete with a large gas/electric AGA , breakfast seating and double patio doors to yet another private outdoor seating area or quiet morning coffee/reading area. A second living/TV room with wood stove and a spacious central hallway with cloakroom adjacent. There is a useful pantry, utility and shower room and to complete the ground floor, a 5th bedroom/office. All are furnished to the highest design standards.

On the first floor are 4 delightful bedrooms, one with an en-suite facility and also a 4 piece family bathroom with separate walk in shower and roll top bath.

This rare opportunity comes fully double glazed, fitted with gas central heating and offers ready to move into appeal! Offering scope to extend (subject to the necessary planning permissions) Watermead and grounds offer generous scope to further enhance this wonderful Lakeland property in a beautiful part of the Lake District.
 

Accommodation: (with approximate measurements)  

Inner Hall 20' 1" x 15' 7" (6.12m x 4.75m)  

Living Room 18' 1" into bay x 13' 3"(5.51m x 4.04m)  

Breakfast Kitchen 25' 9" overall x 14' max (7.85m x 4.27m)  

Dining Room 18' 4" max x 9' 10" (5.59m x 3m)  

Utility Room 10' 5" x 7' 7" (3.18m x 2.31m)  

Sitting Room 29' 6" into bay x 12' 11" (8.99m x 3.94m)  

Bedroom 5 12' 3" x 11' (3.73m x 3.35m)  

Stairs to first floor  

Bedroom 1 26' 7" max x 12' 10" max (8.1m x 3.91m)  

Ensuite Shower Room  

Bedroom 2 12' 6" max x 12' 2" max (3.81m x 3.71m)  

Bedroom 3 13' 10" max x 12' 5" max (4.22m x 3.78m)  

Bedroom 4 9' 9" x 9' 1" (2.97m x 2.77m)  

Bathroom  

Outside:  

Double Garage Ground Floor 20' 7" x 20' (6.27m x 6.1m)  

Double Garage First Floor 11' x 18' (3.35m x 5.49m)  

Detached Timber Outbuilding 19' 4" x 11' 6" (5.89m x 3.51m)  

Property Information:  

Services: Gas fired central heating, electricity and mains water. Private drainage to a 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.  

Tenure: Freehold (Vacant possession upon completion). 

Council Tax: Westmorland and Furness Council - Band G. 

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh Windermere sales office.  

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

What3Words and Directions ///cupboards.decisions.unfair Watermead is situated within a most prestigious residential area on the fringe of Lake Windermere. Old Hall Road is a most sought after, peaceful location on the outskirts of Windermere. Proceed out of Windermere along the A591 heading towards Ambleside and after passing the mini roundabout, take the first turning left into Old Hall Road. Proceed down the private road for approximately ½ mile (passing over four speed bumps), then bear right where Watermead is the second driveway on the right.  

Anti-Money Laundering 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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