Hawkshead Hill, Ambleside, LA22

An immaculately presented three-bedroom ground floor apartment offered with no chain and boasting superb panoramic Lakeland Fell views. The property has been well-maintained and improved, providing bright, spacious and contemporary accommodation with an abundance of character features, maintaining its charm. The property is set within the prestigious Highfield House, which dates back to 1874 and was formerly a country house hotel before being sympathetically converted in 2003/4 into five distinctive luxury apartments. This bright and welcoming ground floor residence perfectly balances contemporary comfort with period elegance, all set against an outstanding scenic backdrop.

Internally, the property is accessed via a communal entrance porch and hall, leading into a private hall with two built-in storage cupboards. The sitting room offers bright and spacious accommodation with dual aspect windows offering fell views, one being a bay window and one with a window seat, high ceilings and a glazed door to the private patio.

The open-plan kitchen and dining area is stylishly appointed with high quality wall and base units incorporating soft-close fittings, complementary work surfaces and an inset stainless steel sink. Integrated AEG appliances include a five-ring gas hob with extractor, double electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and freezer.

The generous principal bedroom is bright and airy, with underfloor heating, glazed patio doors opening onto a private rear garden, two integrated double wardrobes provide excellent storage, and access to a private en-suite shower room featuring a contemporary three-piece suite, vanity unit, heated ladder-style towel rail and underfloor heating.

There are two further bedrooms: a dual-aspect double with integrated wardrobe and garden views, and a versatile twin room that would equally serve as a home office.

The house bathroom is elegant and well-proportioned, with a high ceiling, tiled walls and a three-piece suite comprising a panelled bath with shower over, vanity wash basin and WC, and underfloor heating adds a further touch of luxury.

The apartment also benefits from shared use of the cellar (accessed externally), including a private storage room, ideal for bikes, canoes and outdoor equipment. There is also allocated parking for two cars in addition to visitor spaces in the car park.

Beyond the private fenced patio and garden lies beautifully maintained communal grounds, providing year-round colour and a peaceful setting enjoyed by residents and local wildlife alike. The gardens are perfectly framed by the dramatic valley and surrounding fells, offering an ever-changing backdrop. Superbly positioned within what could be described as the heart of a triangle formed by Coniston Water, Esthwaite Water and Tarn Hows, Highfield House enjoys some of the area’s most dramatic panoramic views.

The location allows immediate access to Hawkshead village to the east, Tarn Hows to the north and Grizedale Forest to the south. The Langdales and the Duddon Valley are also within easy reach, making this an exceptional base from which to enjoy the Lake District.

Importantly, the apartments at Highfield House cannot be commercially let for holiday purposes, ensuring a high degree of peace and tranquillity for residents and second-home owners alike.

The property has recently been fitted with a new gas boiler with remote control, and the furniture can be sold under separate negotiation.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Council Tax Band: F

Local Authority: Westmorland and Furness

Lease Term: 999 years from 1 January 2004

Ground Rent: £0

Service Charges: £3600 per annum

Sinking Fund: £1200 per annum

*This information is based on information obtained via Land Registry and/or the vendor at the point of listing and will therefore need to be confirmed by a solicitor*

LEGAL DISCLAIMER:

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general guideline and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending Purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. Please note that we have not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or services including heating and so cannot verify they are in working order or fit for their purpose. Furthermore, Solicitors should confirm moveable items described in the sales particulars and, in fact, included in the sale since circumstances do change during the marketing or negotiations. Although we try to ensure accuracy, if measurements are used in this listing, they may be approximate. Therefore if intending Purchasers need accurate measurements to order carpeting or to ensure existing furniture will fit, they should take such measurements themselves. Photographs are reproduced general information and it must not be inferred that any item is included for sale with the property.

TENURE

To be confirmed by the Vendor’s Solicitors

POSSESSION

Vacant possession upon completion

VIEWING

Viewing strictly by appointment through The Express Estate Agency