SAWMILL COTTAGE Hawkshead, Ambleside, Cumbria LA22 0PL Stunningly refurbished period house in the heart of the National Park presented to an extremely high standard. Currently used and let as a Holiday Home. Imposing Open plan Kitchen, Dining, Lounge ~ Sun Lounge ~ Study ~ Four Bedrooms Three Bath/Shower Rooms ~ Lower Ground Floor Living/Dining/Kitchen ~ Dressing Room Picturesque Pond ~ Attached Outbuildings ~ Gardens 675,000 michael-cl-hodgson.co.uk
SUMMARY Sawmill Cottage is a home of considerable character and unique charm with a pleasing ambience. Careful thought has been given to the refurbishment, blending a contemporary style with the many original features. Sawmill Cottage is currently used as a holiday/second home, being let by Rural Retreats. The accommodation layout are extremely attractive for two families or parties. The lower ground floor could be used as a separate Apartment. There is potential to extend the accommodation into the Garage and Store Rooms, or convert these outbuildings into a Granny Flat, Guest Suite, Office or Studio. The outbuildings have Planning Consent for a two bed cottage, subject to Local Occupancy. Potential for an excellent return from holiday lettings; Inspection is highly recommended. LOCATION Sawmill Cottage occupies a convenient location in the heart of the National Park, a few minutes north of Hawkshead Village. From the village, which has many local facilities and amenities, travel in a northerly direction, signposted Ambleside. Just before Hawkshead Hall, on the left, turn left, signposted Coniston. The cottage, as the name infers, is just beyond the first set of buildings on the right, previously used as a Sawmill and Joiners Workshop. The Sawmill Cottage is attached to these buildings. A few minutes drive/walk from Hawkshead, with many facilities; Extensive, well planned, adaptable accommodation; Maintained to an excellent standard; Delightful grounds, including the original Mill Pond; Views from the gardens across farm land; Ideal as either a permanent or second home;
Alternatively, if approaching from Ambleside travelling towards Hawkshead, turn right just beyond Hawkshead Hall and follow the above instructions. PARTICULARS [All measurements are approximate] ENTRANCE LOBBY: 2.30m x 1.90m (7'7" x 6'3") Access to sun lounge. Under floor heating. Slate floor. CONSERVATORY/DINING AREA: 4.40m x 1.85m (14'5" x 6'1") Overlooking upper garden. Slate floor. Under floor heating. KITCHEN: 5.60m x 3.10m (18'4" x 10'2") A fully fitted kitchen by English Hardwood Design. Stainless steel one and a half bowl sink with mixer tap. Slate worktops. Breakfast bar. Gas range cooker, dishwasher, fridge/freezer. Window to front. Roof light. LOUNGE: 6.20m x 4.23m (20'4" x 13'11") An extremely spacious room with east facing double glazed window and window on southerly gable elevation. Shutters to windows. Two built-in wall cupboards. Fireplace with multi fuel burning stove on a slate hearth. External, part glazed, door leading to lower car parking area. High exposed beamed ceilings. Polished wood floor. Two central heating radiators. HALL: 4.00m x 1.09m (13'1" x 3'7") Staircase, with builtin storage cupboards, leading to lower ground floor. Central heating radiator. At the end of the Hallway is BEDROOM No 1: 4.27m x 3.45m (14'0" x 11'4") Double glazed and shuttered windows with northerly and easterly aspects. Central heating radiator. EN SUITE BATHROOM: 2.34m x 1.77m (7'8" x 5'10") Suite in white comprising, W.C., wash hand basin set on a slate surface with two storage cupboards under. Large shower cubicle. Tiled walls. Heated towel rail. BATHROOM: 2.80m x 2.30m (9'2" x 7'7") Suite in white, comprising, W.C., wash hand basin, panel bath with shower over. Tiled walls. Heated towel rail. STUDY: 2.40m x 1.70m (7'10" x 5'7") South facing window. Central heating radiator. BEDROOM No 2: 4.50m x 3.72m (14'9" x 12'2") South facing double glazed window with shutters. Cast metal fire surround on a slate hearth. Central heating radiator. BEDROOM No 3: 3.32m x 3.21m (10'11" x 10'6") Original leaded window. Cast metal fire surround on a slate hearth. Central heating radiator. LOWER GROUND FLOOR LIVING/DINING KITCHEN: 5.39m x 4.42m (17'8" x 14'6" ) A fully fitted kitchen area with base cupboards and drawers and wall cupboards. Slate work surfaces.
Stainless steel one and a half bowl sink with mixer tap. A range of integral appliances including dishwasher, fridge, electric oven and ceramic hob, extractor. Two built-in cupboards in Living area. Oak flooring. South facing double glazed window with shutters. Door leading to parking spaces. Glazed door leading to lower garden area. Under floor heating. Beamed ceiling. BEDROOM No 4: 6.17m x 3.05m (20'3" x 10'0") East facing double glazed window with shutters. Oak flooring. Under floor heating. Beamed ceiling. DRESSING ROOM: 4.24m x 3.51m (13'11" x 11'6") Two built-in wardrobes. Under stairs store. Oak flooring. Under floor heating. Beamed ceiling. SHOWER ROOM: 2.86m x 1.60m (9'5" x 5'3") Large shower cubicle. Tiled walls and floor. Wash hand basin and W.C. Towel rail. Extractor. OUTSIDE GARAGE: 5.40m x 4.20m (17'9" x 13'9") Large stone walled garage attached to the house. STORE No 1: 5.60m x 2.44m (18'4" x 8'0") STORE No 2: 5.60m x 1.33m (18'4" x 4'4") The two stores are divided by a partition wall. Two parking spaces adjacent to the road. REAR: UTILITY ROOM: 1.50m x 1.10m (4'11" x 3'7") Access from the lower garden area. Stone built attached to the house. Pitched slated roof with roof light. Solar panel equipment. Plumbing for washing machine. Central heating radiator. Wash hand basin. BOILER ROOM: 1.50m x 1.10m (4'11" x 3'7") Attached to the Utility and of similar construction. Contains a domestic gas fired boiler. GARDENS AND GROUNDS The extremely pleasant gardens and grounds, on several levels include an enclosed lawned play area adjacent to which is a feature waterfall. Above the play area is the mill pond surrounded by grass banks with trees and shrubs and panoramic views. TENURE Freehold. Vacant possession on completion. SERVICES Mains electricity, gas and water. Private septic tank drainage system. Gas fired central heating.
The Cottage is well insulated and has solar water heating system. COUNCIL TAX Band F [verbal enquiry only]. LOCAL AUTHORITY South Lakeland District Council: 01539 733333 PLANNING AUTHORITY Lake District National Park Authority: 01539 724555 VIEWING Strictly by appointment through our Kendal Office. 01539 721375. www.michael-cl-hodgson.co.uk
ENERGY PERFORMANCE GRAPHS 36 Finkle Street, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 4AB Tel: 01539 721375 Fax: 01539 732600 Email: kendal@mclhodgson.co.uk Also at Grange-over-Sands. Tel: 015395 33302 PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991: The Agents has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings, or services, so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from his or her Professional Buyer. References to the Tenure of the property are based on information supplied by the Vendor. The agents have not had sight of the title documents. The buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. You are advised to check the availability of any property before travelling any distance to view.