Orchard Place, Cockermouth

Four exceptional bungalows on the western edge of the Lake District, set in an elevated position on the outskirts of Cockermouth, just 20 minutes from the central Lakes and the M6.

The development comprises three architect-designed dormer bungalows at Orchard Place and the adjacent Orchard House, a high-quality four-bedroom conversion of a former developer’s office building.

Orchard Place offers stylish, open-plan living with vaulted ceilings, Velux rooflights, and bi-fold doors opening onto landscaped gardens and Indian sandstone patios. Each home is finished to a premium specification with high-quality kitchens, bathrooms, energy-efficient systems, and modern technology throughout.

Combining contemporary design with an established and desirable location, Orchard Place and Orchard House present a rare opportunity to purchase beautifully crafted homes on the edge of the Lake District countryside.

Overview - Set in an elevated position with open views over the Lake District countryside, the development sits at the edge of Cockermouth, in the western end of the Lake District and only a 20-minute drive to the central Lakes and the M6. The scheme comprises Orchard Place, three architect designed dormer bungalows, and the adjacent Orchard House, originally built by the developer twenty years ago for their own office use and now a back-to-shell high quality bungalow conversion.

Twenty years ago, the same developer converted the neighbouring Strawberry How (the former Victorian Cockermouth Grammar School) into thirty-eight unique homes. Orchard Place takes its place beside it.

The Development - THREE BEDROOM DORMER BUNGALOWS

Orchard Place
Three architect-designed deluxe dormer bungalows combining heritage materials with a high-specification interior. A slate-stone walled entrance driveway leads to the homes, which enjoy complete privacy. Open-plan living spaces are enhanced by vaulted ceilings with electrically operated Velux rooflights. Bi-fold and sliding doors open onto landscaped gardens and Indian sandstone patios.

FOUR BEDROOM BUNGALOW

Orchard House
A spacious, comprehensively refurbished bungalow with four double bedrooms and a generous newbuild sunroom extension that opens directly to the garden patio. An additional 600 sq ft of full-height open-plan loft space, fitted with windows, lighting and power, provides flexibility for an office, playroom or further accommodation.

Interior - The Living Spaces - Open-plan kitchen, dining and living, opening through bifolds to landscaped patios. Vaulted ceilings and Velux skylights flood the spaces with light.

Interior - The Private Rooms - Generous bedrooms with vaulted master suites, en-suite shower rooms with Duravit fittings and Amtico flooring throughout the principal spaces.

Specification - Build & Finish - ~ Heritage bricks with honey-toned sandstone window & door surrounds; Orchard House smoothrendered with brick details
~ Anthracite double-glazed energy-· efficient windows
~ Hörmann Thermo46 premium front doors.
~ Solid oak staircases in Orchard Place; matching oak internal doors throughout
~ Block-paviour driveways with parking for several cars in addition to the garages
~ 10-year LABC insurance-backed warranties

Specification - Energy & Systems - ~ Solar panels with battery storage on every property
~ Worcester Bosch gas boilers; Orchard Place ground floor on underfloor heating
~ High-output premium column radiators on first floor
~ Velux electric rooflights with remote control
~ Mains electricity, gas, water, drainage
~ Full fibre with Cat 6 cabling throughout

Specification - Kitchen, Bath & Energy Rating - ~ Häcker kitchens with Silestone Quartz worktops
~ Quooker instant hot water tap
~ Predominantly Siemens integrated appliances
~ Duravit bathroom fittings; underfloor heating to all shower rooms; dual-fuel heated rails
~ Amtico flooring in main living areas; Kersaint Cobb wool-blend carpets to bedrooms
~ EPC A · No. 1 Orchard Place

The Local Area - A Gem Town at the gateway to the Lakes.
Designated a "Gem Town" by the Council for British Archaeology in 1964 for its exceptionally well-preserved Georgian and Victorian architecture, Cockermouth sits at the confluence of the rivers Cocker and Derwent, and is renowned as the birthplace of William Wordsworth.

Lifestyle - A thriving high street of independent shops, cafés and restaurants. The Lake District National Park is on the doorstep, with walking, cycling and outdoor pursuits within minutes.

Transport - The A66 connects directly to Keswick, Penrith and the M6. Carlisle offers mainline rail to London Euston in around 3.5 hours. Local bus routes serve surrounding villages.

Services - Supermarkets, healthcare, pharmacies and banking on the doorstep. Highly regarded primary and secondary schools nearby, alongside leisure facilities and community services.

Culture - Wordsworth's birthplace, All Saints Church, independent galleries, an active calendar of local events, and the Jennings brewery, Cumbria's longest-established.

About The Photography & Floor Plans - Important Information

Please note that this listing contains a selection of images taken from across the Orchard Place development and may not directly reflect the exact plot currently being marketed.

While all three bungalows at Orchard Place are very similar in design and specification, prospective purchasers are advised to refer to the individual floor plan for confirmation of the specific layout and configuration of the property on sale.

The images have been used to provide an overall indication of the style, finish and quality of the homes within the development.

The Developer - A Cumbrian developer of three decades' standing.

The team has developed over 150 homes in Cumbria, principally through the 1990s and early 2000s. Operating across several development companies over the years — the current vehicle being Lees House Limited, established in December 2001 — their largest local undertaking was the conversion of the former Cockermouth Grammar School, a Victorian listed building, into thirty-eight unique homes between 2004 and 2005. More recently the focus has shifted to commercial development in the South East of England, notably the redevelopment of Grove Business Park, fifteen miles south of Oxford. Across a six-year programme the entire 32-acre, 250,000 sq ft site was remodelled to suit current business needs, and a further 250,000 sq ft of mixed-use detailed planning consent obtained. The fully-let estate was subsequently sold to Oxford University Endowment
Management. Orchard Place sits a stone's throw from Strawberry How, the same site they returned to two decades on.

Lees House Limited - Established 2001

Visit Our Show Home - Viewings for Orchard Place and Orchard House, along with visits to our beautifully presented show home, are strictly by appointment only and must be arranged through our Grisdales Estate Agents Cockermouth office.





How To Find Orchard Place - From the town centre, proceed up Station Street and turn left onto Lorton Street. Follow the road around, passing the cemetery, before turning left onto Strawberry How Road, where the development can be found on the right-hand side.

Turn into Graysons Close and take the first right, where Orchard Place and Orchard House are positioned ahead of you, beautifully framed by elegant slate walling and an attractive entrance setting.

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