3 Town Head Cottages, Grasmere, Ambleside, LA22 9RS
- PROPERTY TYPE
Semi-Detached
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
733 sq ft
68 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Grade II listed Lakeland property.
- Three bedrooms
- Panoramic views towards Helm Crag.
- Flagged floors and window seats.
- Delightful manageable garden.
- Terrific country outlook.
- Right to park two vehicles
- Feature wood burning stove.
Description
3 Town Head Cottages is a Grade II listed quintessential traditional three bedroom Lakeland property. A light and airy property with high ceilings, stunning views, many original features including slate flag floors and exposed beams etc. With two double bedrooms and one single. There is a small room on the ground floor which could be a study or potentially another shower room? With a delightful manageable garden and with room to park two vehicles. Enviably positioned on the edge of Grasmere in a rural location offering peace and tranquility, yet within walking distance of the village. The property benefits from breathtaking fell and country views to both the front and rear bordering open countryside.
The cottage is an attractive size and offers a degree of versatility and scope for some improvements however does benefit from majority modern double glazing and a recently installed new bathroom.
It has been used as a second home with some holiday letting although only rented as a two bedroom cottage.
Approximately one mile north of the highly popular village of Grasmere. The property is only a 25 minute walk into the centre of Grasmere which has a wide variety of amenities including shops, cafes, restaurants, churches, primary schools etc. The village is also famous for its literary connections to the Lakeland poets in particular William Wordsworth together with its famous Grasmere Gingerbread.
Accommodation
Front door leading into enclosed porch with quarry tiled floor. Lovely views down the valley towards the surrounding countryside.
Internal door leading into:
Living/Dining Room
A delightful light and airy dual aspect room with high ceilings and exposed beams. Windows to the front and rear benefiting from attractive feature window seats. Original partial slate flag floor. Feature wood burning stove on a slate hearth and mantel, TV point, twin night storage heaters. Rear stable door and stunning views across the garden to the adjacent countryside and surrounding fells with a direct view of Helm Crag.
Kitchen
Basic selection of wall and base units with stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap. Electric cooker point, free standing fridge, partially wall tiled and feature flag flooring. Amazing views from the kitchen window towards the surrounding countryside.
Study
Currently used an overflow/cloakroom however would make an ideal study. With night storage heater. Lakeland flag floor and understairs cupboard providing great storage facility.
First Floor Landing
Rear Bedroom One
Double room with original feature cast iron fire surround. Lovely window seat and stunning west facing views over the garden towards Helm Crag.
Front Bedroom Two
Attractive twin room with lovely country views.
Rear Bedroom Three
Single bedroom with views towards Helm Crag. Night storage heater. (this room is currently blocked of from holiday guests).
House Bathroom
Recently installed modern white three piece suite comprising of duo bath with rain head shower above and shower attachment. WC and vanity wash hand basin. Built in airing cupboard housing the cylinder. Chrome heated towel rail, under floor heating, wood effect floor and partially wall tiled. A light dual aspect room with beautiful views down the valley towards Grasmere including Loughrigg and Silver How.
Outside
The property has room to park up to two vehicles. Access to the rear garden which has a sizable yet manageable lawn, small patio and fantastic panoramic views including towards Helm Crag.
The property benefits from a stone store currently housing wood and coal.
Directions
From Ambleside head north on the A591, proceed over the mini roundabout (south entrance to the village) continue up Keswick Road past The Swan Hotel and The Travellers Rest on the right hand side. Continue up Dunmail Raise for approximately 400 metres and turning left. Continue down the lane and the property can be found on the right hand side.
Tenure
Freehold.
Services
Mains water and electric. Private drainage. (Non compliant) Night Storage Heating.
Council Tax Band
E
Broadband
21 Mbps download speed (based on Ofcom.com results)
Brochures
Brochure 1- 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: E
- LISTED PROPERTYA property designated as being of architectural or historical interest, with additional obligations imposed upon the owner.Read more about listed properties in our glossary page.
- Listed
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Private
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Private garden
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
- No wheelchair access
3 Town Head Cottages, Grasmere, Ambleside, LA22 9RS
Add an important place to see how long it'd take to get there from our property listings.
__mins driving to your place
Get an instant, personalised result:
- Show sellers you’re serious
- Secure viewings faster with agents
- No impact on your credit score
Your mortgage
Notes
Staying secure when looking for property
Ensure you're up to date with our latest advice on how to avoid fraud or scams when looking for property online.
Visit our security centre to find out moreDisclaimer - Property reference S1344578. The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by Matthews Benjamin, Ambleside. Please contact the selling agent or developer directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland.
*This is the average speed from the provider with the fastest broadband package available at this postcode. The average speed displayed is based on the download speeds of at least 50% of customers at peak time (8pm to 10pm). Fibre/cable services at the postcode are subject to availability and may differ between properties within a postcode. Speeds can be affected by a range of technical and environmental factors. The speed at the property may be lower than that listed above. You can check the estimated speed and confirm availability to a property prior to purchasing on the broadband provider's website. Providers may increase charges. The information is provided and maintained by Decision Technologies Limited. **This is indicative only and based on a 2-person household with multiple devices and simultaneous usage. Broadband performance is affected by multiple factors including number of occupants and devices, simultaneous usage, router range etc. For more information speak to your broadband provider.
Map data ©OpenStreetMap contributors.