10 SEDGWICK HOUSE. Sedgwick, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 0JX

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10 SEDGWICK HOUSE Sedgwick, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 0JX A

Building retained. Extensive grounds and common areas.

1 10 SEDGWICK HOUSE Sedgwick, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 0JX A superb Ground Floor Apartment in this splendid residential development. Formerly the kitchens and Butler s pantry for Sedgwick House. Many original features of this Victorian, Grade II Listed Building retained. Extensive grounds and common areas. Leisure facilities available to residents. ~ Entrance Hall ~ Living Room ~ Kitchen/Dining Room ~ Two Double Bedrooms ~ Bathroom ~ Box Room ~ 159,000 michael-cl-hodgson.co.uk

2 Sedgwick House, built by the locally and nationally renowned Wakefield family, was converted to residential apartments many years ago. It has a reputation as being one of the most prestigious developments of country houses within South Lakeland, only five minutes drive from junction36 of the M6. The apartment is ideal as either a permanent or second home. Approximately half of the owners reside permanently and the other apartments are used as second/holiday homes. The Management Company is responsible for the maintenance and insurance of the building and also the upkeep of the extensive, well presented gardens and grounds which extend to approximately ten acres. There are common areas within the building, including the impressive entrance hall and the most magnificent main hall with a galleried landing. There is a meeting room on the first floor above the main hall which can be used by residents. The leisure facilities and amenities available to owners include a swimming pool, sauna, gymnasium, games room and tennis court. The level of management is high and an internal inspection of No.10 is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the attributes of the accommodation and also the virtues of the wonderful gardens and grounds. The members of the Management Company, being apartment owners, are responsible for the management of the house, common areas and grounds. Monthly service/maintenance charge, details in these particulars. The house, gardens, grounds and common facilities are presented to an extremely high standard. Ideally suited, either as a permanent or second home. Within a few minutes walk of Sedgwick village which has a strong local community. Sedgwick Cricket Ground is adjacent to the gardens and grounds. Strickland Arms Public House and the locally renowned Low Sizergh Barn Farm Shop and Café only a few minutes walk. Lovely local walks. Kendal about five minutes drive, Oxenholme Railway Station 2.3 miles.

LOCATION From the direction of Kendal, Sedgwick House may be approached

From Natland village continue in southerly direction entering Sedgwick

Just after the canal bridge, bear left through the main gates into

From the west at Brettargh Holt roundabout and the Kendal bypass, follow

Turning towards the village, Sedgwick House is on the right-hand side, set

3 LOCATION From the direction of Kendal, Sedgwick House may be approached either via Natland, to the north, or from the west from the Kendal Bypass. From Natland village continue in southerly direction entering Sedgwick village centre. Just after the canal bridge, bear left through the main gates into Sedgwick House. From the west at Brettargh Holt roundabout and the Kendal bypass, follow the signs to Sedgwick, keeping left after the river Kent. Turning towards the village, Sedgwick House is on the right-hand side, set back from the lane. Turn immediate right upon entering the village through the gates. There is ample parking for both residents and visitors. There is an allocated car parking space for No.10 to the left of the driveway.

The Accommodation Briefly Comprises: [all measurements are approximate] No.

Formerly the main kitchen of Sedgwick House, many original features are retained, particularly the impressive inglenook stone fireplace for the kitchens, high ceilings and sash windows.

Intercom for front door. Electric cupboard with circuit breakers. Thermostat for central heating. Access hatch to roof void. Central heating radiator. LIVING ROOM: 3.82m x 3.

Matching wall cupboards. 1 1 / 2 bowl sink unit under double glazed sash windows overlooking gardens and grounds. Original stone surrounds for the house kitchens. Electric hob and oven.

4 The Accommodation Briefly Comprises: [all measurements are approximate] No.10 has the benefit of two access points, either through the imposing main entrance, just under the carriage archway, or from the easterly wing, with easy access from the allocated car parking space. Formerly the main kitchen of Sedgwick House, many original features are retained, particularly the impressive inglenook stone fireplace for the kitchens, high ceilings and sash windows. ENTRANCE HALL: 4.35m [max] x 3.18m [max] (14'3" [max] x 10'5") L -shaped, formerly the Butler s Pantry with original pine, white painted floor to ceiling cupboards with shelves and drawers. Intercom for front door. Electric cupboard with circuit breakers. Thermostat for central heating. Access hatch to roof void. Central heating radiator. LIVING ROOM: 3.82m x 3.27m (12'6" x 10'9" ) Wall lights. Central heating radiator. TV lean-in. Open plan. DINING/KITCHEN: 5.61m x 3.29m (18'5" x 10'10" ) Fitted kitchen with base units. Tiled working surfaces. Matching wall cupboards. 1 1 / 2 bowl sink unit under double glazed sash windows overlooking gardens and grounds. Original stone surrounds for the house kitchens. Electric hob and oven. Fitted corner unit with cupboards. Laminate floor. BEDROOM NO.1: 3.97m x 3.22m (13'0" x 10'7") Sash windows. Fitted wardrobe. Central heating radiator. BOX ROOM: 1.97m x 1.33m (6'6" x 4'4" ) Potential for an en-suite. Down lights. BATHROOM: 2.28m x 2.13m (7'6" x 7'0" ) Fitted with bath and shower over. Wash hand basin. Bidet. Wash hand basin. Part tiled walls. Ladder radiator. BEDROOM NO.2: 4.87m x 2.24m (16'0" x 7'4" ) Sash windows. Central heating radiator. COMMON FACILITIES Meeting room on the first floor above the magnificent main hall. Post Room, separate external access. Electric meter room. Games room including pool and darts. Two gymnasiums. Management Company Office. Ladies and Gentlemen s Toilets. Store Room for garden equipment and ladders. Table Tennis and Locker Room. Changing Rooms for the Sauna, new sauna installed Tennis Court. Swimming Pool with sitting area. Side terrace overlooking the grounds. Bar-be-que area with tables and chairs.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS The extremely well maintained and highly presented lawned gardens and grounds, surround Sedgwick House and extend to approximately ten acres.

OUTSIDE Allocated car parking space, ample car parking spaces for visitors. TENURE: Unexpired term of a 999 year lease. Vacant possession on completion. The Management Company owns the freehold.

Private drainage system. Oil fired central heating which is the responsibility of the Management Company. MANAGEMENT/SERVICE CHARGE: The present service charge for No.

Electricity for common areas. Cleaners charges for the common areas. Regular window cleaning. All maintenance and repairs for the main structure of house.

5 GARDENS AND GROUNDS The extremely well maintained and highly presented lawned gardens and grounds, surround Sedgwick House and extend to approximately ten acres. The gardens and grounds contain a fine variety of fine specimen hard and softwood trees. There are far reaching views particularly in a southerly direction. OUTSIDE Allocated car parking space, ample car parking spaces for visitors. TENURE: Unexpired term of a 999 year lease. Vacant possession on completion. The Management Company owns the freehold. FIXTURES/FITTINGS/FURNISHINGS: All fixtures and fittings referred to in these particulars are included. Fitted carpets, curtains, curtain rails and light fittings are included. SERVICES: Mains water. Private drainage system. Oil fired central heating which is the responsibility of the Management Company. MANAGEMENT/SERVICE CHARGE: The present service charge for No.10 is 330 per calendar month and includes the following: Heating in the apartment. Heating of the common areas within the house. Maintenance of the swimming pool including heating. Electricity for common areas. Cleaners charges for the common areas. Regular window cleaning. All maintenance and repairs for the main structure of house. Exterior decoration of the paintwork and interior decorating of the common areas. Water charges for the house. Building insurance for the house including the apartments. Maintenance of gardens, lawns and tree safety. maintenance/schedule of works for improvements. COUNCIL TAX: Band D Future LOCAL AUTHORITY: South Lakeland District Council: VIEWING: All viewings will be accompanied by a representative of the Selling Agents staff. Please contact our Kendal Office for an appointment.

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