Market Place, Kendal, LA9

An exceptional Grade II listed townhouse, this beautifully appointed four double bedroom home is arranged over four floors and offers a rare blend of period elegance and contemporary living, set within a prime town centre location.Dating from the early to mid-19th century, the property is rich in character, showcasing an array of original features including wooden floorboards, exposed beams, stained and etched glass panels, and distinctive tripartite sash windows. These elements combine to create a light-filled and inviting interior, enhanced by far-reaching views towards the Howgill Fells. The thoughtfully designed kitchen provides a perfect balance of style and practicality, while the generously proportioned bedrooms each retain their own unique period charm. The bathrooms have been tastefully upgraded with quality fittings, offering a refined and comfortable finish throughout. To the lower ground floor, the basement offers a versatile space currently utilised for utility and workshop purposes, providing excellent storage and potential for a variety of uses. The property’s flexible layout caters effortlessly to modern lifestyles, while its central position places a wealth of amenities, independent shops and cultural attractions right on the doorstep.

A home of considerable character and distinction, this elegant residence represents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly special property in the heart of Kendal.

Entrance

Accessed via a shared gated ginnel from Market Place, the property opens through a period entrance door with an etched glass panel into the hallway. This space sets the tone for the home, featuring a wide staircase to the first floor, attractive internal period doors, and a ceiling light.

Utility Room

4.45m x 3.18m

Characterful age-worn stone and wooden steps lead down to the cellar areas. The first cellar features a flagged floor, plumbing for a washing machine, and a butler sink. A large range has been retained, bearing the maker’s mark of E. Winder, Lound, Kendal. There are three ceiling lights and useful understairs storage.

Workshop

3.9m x 3.03m

The second cellar includes two ceiling lights, with power sockets throughout.

Bedroom Four/Studio

3.23m x 2.73m

With views over the rear courtyards, this adaptable room is currently utilised as a studio but could readily be used as a bedroom. It benefits from built-in shelving, wood-effect flooring continuing from the hallway, a ceiling light, radiator, and sash windows.

Bedroom Three/Study

3.78m x 3.07m

With views over Market Place, this well-proportioned room is currently utilised as a study but could easily function as a bedroom. Character features include a built-in gothic arch cupboard, complemented by a radiator, ceiling light, and a sash window with shutters and privacy glazing.

First Floor Landing

Continuing upwards, the staircase is illuminated by natural light from a second-floor atrium and a lovely feature window in the kitchen. The area showcases stripped and restored wide floorboards, complemented by a ceiling light and attractive internal doors, one of which incorporates an etched glass pane.

Open Plan Kitchen and Dining Room

4.65m x 2.66m

Filled with natural light, this attractive kitchen features an unusual tripartite sash window with views over the courtyard, nearby rooftops, and towards Kendal Castle. It is well appointed with soft sage green shaker-style base and wall units, grey speckled worktops, under-unit lighting, and tiled splashbacks. Integrated features include a gas hob with extractor hood, an electric oven, and a stainless steel one-and-a-half bowl sink with drainer. A charming period cast iron fireplace enhances the space, together with a quirky internal window overlooking the staircase. Further benefits include restored wooden floorboards, a ceiling light, vertical radiator, and a boiler neatly positioned within a corner cupboard.

Living Room

5.33m x 3.17m

This room benefits from an impressive sash window overlooking Market Place, featuring original period floral motifs, coloured stained glass panes, and an arched top. A working cast iron fireplace provides a focal point, complemented by a decorative ceiling arch. The space is finished with stripped and restored wooden floorboards, a ceiling light, and a radiator.

Shower Room

1.81m x 1.8m

Fitted with a shower cubicle, WC and pedestal wash hand basin, the room also benefits from contemporary vinyl flooring, a ceiling light, extractor fan, and a heated chrome towel rail.

Second Floor Landing

This additional light-filled space is enhanced by an atrium incorporating a large bespoke skylight with frosted glass and integrated downlights. Characterful exposed beams add to its appeal, and access to a part-boarded loft is available via a folding timber ladder.

Bedroom One

5.3m x 3.11m

Enjoying an elevated position above Market Place, the larger double bedroom features a sash window with secondary glazing and a window seat, complemented by a ceiling light and radiator.

Bedroom Two

4.66m x 2.68m

Enjoying views over the rooftops towards Kendal Castle and the surrounding hills, the second double bedroom benefits from a sash window fitted with secondary glazing and a window seat, along with a ceiling light and radiator.

Bathroom

1.81m x 1.8m

A contemporary bathroom fitted with a bath and shower with screen, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. The space is complemented by part tiled walls, a tiled floor, an illuminated mirror, integrated downlights, a chrome heated towel rail and an extractor fan.