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Force Lane, Levens, Kendal

PROPERTY TYPE

Bungalow

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

4

SIZE

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TENURE
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Key features

  • Substantial 5 bed Bungalow
  • Currently Two Dwellings, a Private Home and an Annexe Used as a Holiday Let
  • Ideal for Intergenerational Living or Conversion to One House
  • Private Dwelling is 3-Bed with Master Ensuite
  • Annexe is 2-Beds and Master Ensuite
  • Two Large Brick-Built Garages
  • Block Built Stables
  • Generous Courtyard to the Front for Parking Multiple Vehciles
  • Rear Garden with Patio, Lawns and Mature Fruit Trees
  • Council Tax B (Two Acres) & C (The Annexe)

Description

Two Acres is a substantial bungalow set in it's own private grounds with wonderful open views, generous internal space, and having the benefits of large double garages and a stable block. In it's current configuration, it is split into TWO dwellings, with the main house being a three-bed home and the 'Annexe' alongside being a two-bed bungalow which is currently used as a successful holiday let. The property is ideal for buyers looking for a home with an income, or perhaps those searching for property to support inter-generational living. Alternatively, there is the potential to convert the bungalow into one single large home.

The property was completely refurbished around 2015 to include a new roof over all the buildings, re-plastered internally throughout, new glazing, and re-wiring, so you know you are buying into a well sorted and cared for home.

The summary of the accommodation is: House One - Kitchen/diner, beautiful living room with vaulted ceiling and wide bifolds, three bedrooms with the master being ensuite, and a family bathroom. House Two (The Annexe) comprises of an entrance hall, living room, two double bedrooms with the master being ensuite, and a family bathroom. Heating is by oil-fired boilers and it is all fully double glazed.

Outside there are two large brick built garages (7m x 4m) and a stable block. To the front of the property is a large gravel courtyard facilitating parking for multiple vehicles and there are generous gardens to the rear with a patio, lawn and mature trees. There are views over open countryside from the boundaries of the property.

Two Acres is located down a country lane just off the A590 which is the main road leading to Barrow & Furness meaning you can hear some road noise from the gardens. Kendal is just 5 miles away and the Lake District National Park is just a short drive away as is the M6, which can be accessed at Junction 36.

Two Acres - Main House - Positioned on the left end of the building, this is the main residency.

Kitchen/Diner - Accessed via the side of the building and into the kitchen/diner. The kitchen is fitted with a range of units at wall and base level and with contrasting stone work surfaces over. Integral appliances include an electric oven, built-in microwave, ceramic hob, undercounter fridge and freezer, and an inset bowl and drainer. There is a breakfast bar and plenty of space for a family sized dining table and chairs should you require. An internal door then leads to an inner hallway.

Inner Hall - Providing access to all the other accommodation including a useful storage cupboard which has space and plumbing for a washing machine.

Living Room - A beautiful vaulted celling room which is flooded with natural light from four skylight windows and a six-panel bifold door opening out onto the garden. There is a wood burning stove set on a tile plinth and recessed into the chimney. Plenty of space of sofas and chairs and a dining table too if required.

Master Bedroom - An ensuite double bedroom.

Ensuite - With a shower, wash-hand basin and WC.

Bedroom Two - As second double bedroom.

Bedroom Three - A single room.

Family Bathroom - A stylish bathroom comprising of a walk-in shower cubicle, a bath, double wash-hand basin, and WC.

House Two - The Annexe - The Annexe is currently used as a holiday rental (rated 'Superb' 9.0 on booking.com) and is a beautifully presented 2-bed bungalow set alongside the main residence.

Entrance Hall - The Annexe - You step into a welcoming hallway which provides access to all the accommodation.

Living Room - The Annexe - With French doors and side windows to the rear elevation overlooking a patio and the garden. There is a welcoming hearth with a wood burner and room enough for a sofa, chairs and a dining table if required.

Kitchen - The Annexe - Fitted with modern shaker cabinets at wall and base level and with contrasting worktops over. The speahbacks are tiled as is the floor which extends into the hallway providing for a stylish coordinated look. Integral appliances include a ceramic hob with an overhead extractor, there are two oven/grills, undercounter fridge and freezer, plumining and space for either a washing machine or dishwasher, and a one-and-a-half bowl sink and drainer. You will also find the oil fired boiler located here.

Bedroom One - The Annexe - A large double bedroom with plenty of room for a double bed, side cabinets, wardrobes and chest-of-draws.

Ensuite - The Annexe - With fully tiled elevations and fitted with a walk-in shower cubicle, pedestal wash-hand basin, WC and a towel rail.

Bedroom Two - The Annexe -

Family Bathroom - The Annexe - With a large panel bath, wall hung wash-hand basin, walk-in shower cubicle with a rainfall shower head, WC and a heated towel rail.

Outside -

Forecourt - The entrance to Two Acres is between two stone gate posts off a country lane and you sweep into a generous driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles.

Garages - To the right of the courtyard are two brick built garages with large internal dimensions, wooden double door accesses, and light & power. With their peak roofs, finials and attractive stone elevations they complement bungalow and help to create an impressive frontage.

Stable Block - Block built and with timber facings, a large stable with concrete hard standing. With light and power.

Garden - The garden wraps around the side of the bungalow but is mostly at the rear of the building with well kept lawns punctuated with mature fruiting trees and shrubs. There are long reaching views over field and countryside and a large stone patio provides a lovely place to sit and enjoy the sun.

Nb - The property has a Septic Tank.

Brochures

Force Lane, Levens, Kendal
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.
Garage,Driveway
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
Lateral living,Level access shower,Level access

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About Hunters, Kendal

86 Highgate, Kendal, LA9 4XE
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Hunters started in 1992, founded on the firm principles of excellent customer service, pro-activity and achieving the best possible results for our customers. These principles still stand firm and we are today one of the UK's leading estate agents with over 200 branches throughout the country. Our ambition is to become the UK's favourite estate agent and by keeping the customer at the very heart of our business, we firmly believe we can achieve this.

WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT TO OTHER AGENTS?

· We are an independently run company

Hunters is principally owned and run by the people who work in the company. The vast majority of our offices are run by independent estate agents who are experts within their own local area and who benefit from being part of the Hunters national network. The combination of great local knowledge backed up by a strong national brand and marketing adds real value for our customers.

· We have trained estate agents

Excellent people achieve excellent results and our agents are offered full training through the Hunters Training Academy. Our learning programmes are endorsed by NAEA and ARLA and our agents work to professional standards and ethics.

· We have happy and satisfied customers!

We continuously carry out Customer Care follow up calls to ensure that we always deliver on our promises and when we make a mistake, we put it right. Our survey results* show a customer satisfaction rating of 96% - significantly above the national average for our industry.

We believe we work harder than any other agent to get you to where you want to be, whether you are selling or letting your property. Our marketing strategy is based on a very simple principle - the more people we can interested in your property, the better price we are going to get for you.

To do this, we advertise our properties within the local area, across the region and throughout our nationwide Hunters network. Our properties are marketed on hunters.com as well as the UK's major property websites ensuring maximum exposure to potential buyers, tenants and investors.

Aside from residential sales and lettings, we also have a proven track record and knowledge in Property Auctions, managing investment portfolios and Buy-to-Let, Residential Block Management, Conveyancing, Survey as well as Land and New Homes developments. So whatever your property needs, talk to your local Hunters expert.

* On average, 96% of Hunters customers who responded to our Customer Service Team between Jan-Dec 2016 said they were happy with our services.

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