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The Wood Loft, Elterwater, Ambleside, LA22 9HS

PROPERTY TYPE

Semi-Detached

BEDROOMS

1

BATHROOMS

1

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TENURE
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Key features

  • Charming cottage style apartment with rustic characterful features.
  • Light and airy openplan living space
  • Spacious double bedroom
  • Located in the sought after hamlet of Elterwater.
  • Beautiful views across Elterwater Common towards Silver Howe and Loughrigg.
  • Generous storage room and allocated parking space.
  • Established 4 star holiday let, offered as a going concern with forward bookings and all contents

Description

The Wood Loft is an immaculately presented cottage style apartment which is nestled on periphery of Elterwater Common.  A light and airy property which benefits from large picture windows providing an attractive outlook over the common and surrounding countryside. 

The property boasts an attractive combination of modern appointments with some original features. Continually improved over the years enjoying an open  plan social living space . UPVC double glazed windows throughout and white painted rustic plastered walls.   A private entrance approached through a small conservatory/sun room leading into the cosy open plan living, kitchen diner with feature window seats.  A spacious double bedroom with excellent luxury en suite.

The property has lovely views and a sunny aspect across Elterwater Common.  Additionally benefiting from a highly generous useful store room accessed via the sun room.   

Currently a well established and successful 4* holiday property with Lakelovers, generating circa £21k.  The property is offered as a going concern with forward bookings and majority of contents.     

Situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park in the picturesque village of Elterwater, the much photographed and painted beauty spot of Elterwater and Langdale Pikes with endless walks from the doorstep.  Close proximity to the Britannia Inn and local Co op in Chapel Stile. However, only a few miles away there are the wide variety of amenities of Ambleside with local, restaurants, cafes and bars etc.   

Accommodation
Glazed oak door and windows leading into a cosy entrance.

Sun Room
A light and airy room with a few exposed stone features, flagged floor and cloak hooks. Electric wall heater. Enjoying superb views towards Elterwater Common and Silver Howe.  Bespoke oak front door leading into:

Living/Kitchen/Diner
A stunning open plan social living, kitchen and dining space, featuring a contemporary kitchen fitted with a range of cream wall and base units, a stainless steel sink with mixer tap and complementary worktops. Integrated appliances include a four ring gas hob with extractor hood, electric oven, slimline dishwasher, fridge and microwave. Part tiled walls and oak flooring.

The living area retains plenty of character, with original exposed beams, an electric fire and a wall mounted TV. Two vertical anthracite radiators and oak flooring add a stylish, contemporary finish, while two feature window seats provide the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the beautiful views towards Silver Howe and Loughrigg.

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Bedroom  
Attractive and spacious double room with original exposed beams and vertical anthracite radiator. Deep window seat and fantastic views towards Silver Howe and Loughrigg.  Recessed cupboard providing useful storage facility.  Leading through to:

Utility Room
A useful storage and cloakroom area, featuring a unique natural rock feature with washing machine, tumble dryer and providing a practical utility space.  Leading through to:

En Suite Shower room
A luxurious en suite shower room featuring a contemporary three piece suite comprising, a generously sized double shower enclosure, wall hung wash hand basin and WC. Fully tiled with a heated chrome towel rail, an inset deluxe sized heated mirror and extractor fan. Original exposed beams add a touch of character.

Store Room
Accessed via the front porch, this generously sized store room provides superb additional storage space. The room features attractive exposed stone walls, electric strip lighting and a radiator, combining practicality with character.

Outside
The property benefits from having a designated private parking space to the right of the front door when exiting.  

Services
Mains water, electric and drainage.  LPG gas central heating. 

Tenure
Leasehold.  On a new 999 lease from 2021.  Pets allowed.

Rateable Value
£2,150.00.  Actual amount payable £958.90.  This could be reduced to ZERO if the purchaser is entitled to Small Business Rates Relief. More details can be obtained from the Local Authority Westmorland & Furness District Council .

Broadband
For information on broadband and mobile services at the property, we advise prospective purchasers to consult the Ofcom website: checker.ofcom.org.uk  

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.

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PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
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The Wood Loft, Elterwater, Ambleside, LA22 9HS

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Affordability

Monthly repayments£1,986
Property: £ 395,000
Deposit: £ 39,500
Interest rate: 5.35%
Term: 30 years
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About Matthews Benjamin, Ambleside

Loughrigg Villa Kelsick Road, Ambleside, LA22 0BZ

Established in Windermere in 1993 Matthews Benjamin has earned an excellent reputation based on trust, expertise and care that has been developed from a local family business run by people with an extensive property knowledge and love of the local area. In 2006, Matthews Benjamin expanded and set up the Fine & Country network for prestigious properties across the South Lakes and North Lancashire.

Residential Sales

Today, we have proudly established a stronghold of offices across the Lake District and North Lancashire, offering quality services for residential sales. Our dual branding of Matthews Benjamin and Fine & Country has allowed us to create a specialist synergy between all levels of the market and we are proud of our unrivalled reputation. We are strategically set in key locations to facilitate the sale and purchase of residential properties within a significant part of the North West region. The Lake District National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site, part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the Arnside and Silverdale and Forest of Bowland Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty; our property portfolio arguably covers some of the most beautiful places in England. From the 17th century farmsteads of the Lyth Valley to stunning barn conversions in the Lune Valley, traditional Lakeland terraces, quintessential cottages and Georgian townhouses to state of the art contemporary homes, we cover the whole market with our unparalleled and bespoke marketing approach, high levels of professional service and selling skills.

Commercial Sales and Lettings

We also sell freehold and leasehold interests in a wide range of commercial enterprises – shops, offices and industrial units as well as restaurants, cafes and bars, hotels, guest houses and bed & breakfast establishments.

Residential Lettings

In 2018, we expanded further into residential lettings and property management. Both Matthews Benjamin and Fine & Country now offer prestigious lettings services to landlords and tenants alike from all of our offices. A highly experienced team of local experts provides professional, honest and straight forward service designed to ease the stresses behind letting and managing a property.

With offices in Ambleside, Windermere and Lancaster, contact us today to arrange a valuation of your property, or browse our current properties for sale.

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