145b & 145c Craig Walk, Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3AX

Nestled in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, a captivating large stone built end terrace Lakeland house featuring two unique one bedroom apartments enjoying fantastic roof top and fell views.

What makes this property truly exceptional is its advantageous and peaceful location, offering views over Bowness rooftops towards Claife Heights, the Langdale Pikes, and the breath-taking Lake Views from the top floor apartment.

This traditionally built property, adorned with Lakeland stone, dates back to the turn of the 19th Century, exuding timeless charm and character. Spanning three floors, the residence is extremely spacious and has been meticulously updated and maintained under the current owner's care including recent works done to the chimney stacks, new guttering and external decorating. All of the apartments offer bay windows with the top two apartments maximising your enjoyment of the views. Additionally, the property boasts the convenience of a private parking space at the rear. With its perfect blend of history and modern comforts, 145b & 145c Craig Walk presents a remarkable investment opportunity, whether for holiday lets, rental apartments or for permanent residence with flexibility of using one apartment separately as an annex holiday let. Travel Chapter, a local holiday let company estimate the projected combined income of £40,801 - £45,079. Please ask agent for more details. 

Bowness-on-Windermere, renowned for its allure in the Lake District National Park, draws countless visitors throughout the seasons. Its array of shops, eateries, bars, and attractions ensure an unforgettable experience. Conveniently situated just a few minutes' stroll from picturesque Bowness Bay, the property caters to visitors arriving by both car and rail.

For nature enthusiasts, the central fells, famously cherished by Alfred Wainwright, offer an assortment of rewarding challenges. Alternatively, the numerous lower paths and lakeside walks provide a more leisurely exploration of the surroundings. Adding to the allure, a plethora of local attractions and country houses enrich the overall visitor experience.

Accommodation

All three apartments have their own private entrances; the parking space is outside of the doors to both 145B & 145C.

Apartment 145C

Step through the inviting wooden exterior door into a glazed porch, thoughtfully designed for convenient storage. At the bottom of the stairs, you'll find an interconnecting door leading to apartment 145B, which can be securely locked or discreetly blocked up for flexibility.

As you ascend the stairs to the landing, you'll be greeted by a central hallway with a radiator providing access to all the rooms. The well fitted L-shaped kitchen showcases a wooden floor and an excellent array of wall and base units, accompanied by space and plumbing for a washing machine, a fitted fridge and freezer, and a slim-line dishwasher. Equipped with a 4-ring gas hob and a double oven with an extractor over, this kitchen delights with double aspect views over the rear and side of the building from the original sash windows. There's ample room to set up a dining table and chairs, creating a perfect social space. The living room offers a large square double-glazed bay window that offers picturesque south, west and northern views towards The Langdale Pikes.

The double bedroom has a sash window that frames stunning views of the surrounding fells and the picturesque Lake Windermere. The shower room features a large shower with a sliding door, a heated towel rail, wash basin, and WC, boasting a single sash window with obscure glass and fully-tiled walls.

From the kitchen, stairs lead up to a versatile room with Velux window. An ideal office space or storage facility and with relevant planning permissions could create a second bedroom.

Apartment 145B

Step inside through a wooden exterior door into a glazed porch, perfect for storing shoes and muddy boots. Adjacent to the porch, you'll find a utility cupboard housing the boiler and providing space and plumbing for a washer/dryer. Following a complete recent modernisation, the breakfast kitchen offers spacious area with sleek grey contemporary wall and base units complemented by a wooden worktop. Equipped with an electric hob, oven, and extractor fan, the kitchen also offers under-counter space for a dishwasher. Ample room for a table and chairs seamlessly connects the kitchen to the inviting sitting area, featuring a large square double-glazed bay window that offers picturesque views of Claife Heights, The Langdale Pikes, and glimpses of Lake Windermere. The property also boasts a delightful double bedroom with fell views and a modern fully tiled shower room complete with a large walk-in shower featuring glass sliding doors, a storage cupboard, WC, and hand basin.

Outside

The property at the rear has a convenient block-paved parking area, providing a parking space for one vehicle and enough space for a patio table and chairs.

Directions

From our Windermere office in Ellerthwaite square head towards Bowness on New Road continuing as Lake Road. Turn left onto Beresford Road. Continue along Beresford Road to the T-Junction and turn right onto Craig Walk. At the junction turn left and immediately right along a private lane. 145 can be found at the far end on the right hand side.

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Services

All mains connected. Apartments 145b & 145c each has its own gas central heating boiler. All three apartments are metered separately.

Tenure

Leasehold. The freehold and maintenance will be shared between the three apartments. Please note 145a Craig Walk has been sold and in separate ownership already.

Internet Speed

Superfast speed of 80 Mbps download and for uploading 20 Mbps.

Council Tax Band

Both apartments are band B.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML) 

Due to the Money Laundering Regulations, now officially known as Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017 we are required to follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all purchasers. We use a specialist third party company to conduct these checks at a charge of £48 inclusive of VAT per buyer once an offer has been accepted and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been carried out. This charge is non-refundable.