Childwall Cottage, 3 Oakland Drive, Windermere LA23 1AS

Description: 3 Oakland Drive is a characterful 3 bedroom detached bungalow situated on a private drive on the fringes of Windermere village, a short walk from the centre. Surrounded by well maintained gardens, and a detached garage and rear workshop, this property offers scope to become a fabulous permanent residence or second home.

Entering into the property, a porch offers space for coats and shoes. The entrance hallway is welcoming and spacious. Following through into the kitchen to the left, with wood flooring and wooden mullion windows which offer a rear aspect allowing natural light. Some exposed beams to the ceiling add character, and ample wall and base units are useful with splashbacks. A traditional style Stoves gas hob with concealed extractor fan and a Stoves double oven is built in, as well as space for a fridge, built in wine rack and shelving for ease.

The hallway offers a storage cupboard housing an Ideal boiler and plumbing for a washing machine. The sitting room opposite has wood flooring, and a tasteful wooden bay window with window seat, with a private aspect to the garden. A wood burner is perfect for warming through on those colder days. This dual aspect room is naturally bright.

Double doors from the living room allow access to the dining room, which is a good size. Some exposed partial beams add character and doors to the paved patio outside.

The bathroom comprises a bath with shower over, WC and sink with storage unit under and tiling to walls. This bathroom also acts as an en-suite to bedroom 2. Bedroom 2 is a double with a fitted wall-length wardrobe and a rear aspect.

Bedroom 3 is down the hall with a side aspect. Currently a twin room, this potential double has ample built in storage.
Bedroom 1 has wood effect flooring, ample built in storage and is a good double/king room with a garden aspect from a characterful wooden bay window. The ensuite comprises a shower, white tiled floors, WC and sink.

Outside, the garden which amounts to approximately 1/4 an acre is beautifully presented, with a characterful pond and mature shrubs. An undercroft is accessed under the patio for additional storage space. The good sized single garage is detached with plumbing for a dryer, and additional parking to the driveway can fit multiple vehicles. At the rear of the garage is a workshop or additional storage, dependant on how the new owner wishes to tailor the space. EV charger fitted

This property is brimming with potential in a fabulous location, with the opportunity to tailor it to your own needs. Don't miss out on the opportunity to become the next owner of this beautiful home, book a viewing today!
 

Accomodation with approximate measurements  

Porch  

Entrance Hallway  

Kitchen: 5.79 x 2.57m (18'11" x 8'5")  

Sitting room: 6.78 x 3.08m (22'3" x 10'1")  

Dining room: 3.87 x 4.47m (12'8" x 14'8")  

Hallway  

Bedroom 1: 4.92 x 4.23m (16'1" x 13'10")  

Ensuite  

Bedroom 2: 3.78 x 3.04m (12'4" x 9'11")  

Bedroom 3: 3.78 x 3.04m (12'4"x 9'11")  

Ensuite/Bathroom  

Detached garage: 6.08 x 3.75m (19'11" x 12'3")  

Workshop: 4.47 x 3.80m (14'7" x 12'5")  

Property information:  

Council Tax: Westmorland and Furness. Band F.  

Energy Performance Certificate: The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices.  

Services: The property is connected to mains water, electricity and drainage with mains gas central heating. The wood burner works independently of the gas boiler and can contribute to heating and hot water. 

Tenure: Freehold  

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Continue along the A591 from Windermere towards Cook's Corner roundabout. Pass the mountain Ash Court development, and slightly after on the right hand side is the turning for Oakland Drive, Number 3 is the third house on the left. 

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh.  

Anti-Money laundering regulations:
Please note that when an offer is accepted on a property, we must follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all buyers under the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations (AML). We use a specialist third-party company to carry out these checks at a charge of £60.00 (inc. VAT) per individual or £50.00 (incl. vat) per individual, if more than one person is involved in the purchase (provided all individuals pay in one transaction). The charge is non-refundable, and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been completed. In the event the property is being purchased in the name of a company, the charge will be £150 (incl. vat).  

Disclaimer:
All permits to view and particulars are issued on the understanding that negotiations are conducted through the agency of Messrs. Hackney & Leigh Ltd. Properties for sale by private treaty are offered subject to contract. No responsibility can be accepted for any loss or expense incurred in viewing or in the event of a property being sold, let, or withdrawn. Please contact us to confirm availability prior to travel. These particulars have been prepared for the guidance of intending buyers. No guarantee of their accuracy is given, nor do they form part of a contract. *Broadband speeds estimated and checked by on 15/09/2026.