The Old Rectory Uldale, Cumbria
The Old Rectory Uldale, Cumbria A characterful period residence forming the majority of a converted rectory, set within generous lightly wooded grounds and within the pretty fell side village of Uldale in the northern Lake District. APPROXIMATE MILEAGES Carlisle 18 miles, Penrith & J40 M6 21 miles, Keswick 11 miles, Cockermouth 12 miles, Sellafield 31 miles ACCOMMODATION IN BRIEF Entrance hall, Living room, Sitting room, Kitchen/ breakfast room, Ground floor Guest Bedroom, Ensuite shower room, Cellar rooms, Landing, Three first floor bedrooms, Family bathroom, Generous lightly wooded gardens, Extensive parking.
INFORMATION on local area The Old Rectory is located in the pretty fell side village of Uldale in the Northern Lake District which sits on the edge of Caldbeck Common, with plenty of hill walking on the doorstep including Binsey and Skiddaw. Uldale benefits from a surprising number of amenities for its size which include the lovely Snooty Fox public house, the Tripadvisor 5* rated Mae s Tearoom & Gallery, St James Church and a secure children s play area with tennis court, while Caldbeck which is approx 5 miles away benefits from further leisure possibilities including a number of coffee and gift shops. There is a local junior school at Ireby and Keswick is a 20 minute drive away. THE PROPERTY It is not often one finds a property with such appeal within this price range. This tastefully converted period home which dates back to 1871, forms the majority share of an Old Rectory and sits within the pretty fell side village of Uldale in the Northern Lake District. The property is set within secluded grounds with lovely fell views and is equally suitable as a permanent or second home. It is offered in excellent order throughout, offering extremely flexible accommodation with the benefit of a ground floor guest bedroom with its own en-suite facilities. The traditional front door leads into a welcoming entrance hall, lined with white painted wood panelling and with deep cornicing. A beautiful staircase rises to the first floor accommodation. Doors lead to the ground floor rooms and also down to the cellar. The living room is light and airy, being a double aspect room and enjoying views over the gardens towards Binsey. There is an open fireplace, traditional cornicing and an elaborate ceiling rose. The Sitting room offers a calm place to unwind and relax with fitted bookcase and a gas fired stove effect fire set in an attractive fireplace. The stunning kitchen is the centrepiece of this home, offering space to dine and for a sofa. Fitted in a comprehensive range of units with wooden worktops and including a large centre island, butler sink, vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and French doors which allow you to spill out into the gardens. The room successfully blends modern fittings and lighting with characterful and reclaimed features making this a really lovely space. Accessed from here is the useful Guest bedroom, recently converted and with vaulted ceiling, its own French doors into the garden and a contemporary style en-suite shower room with a double shower enclosure, making it perfect for weekend or elderly guests. In addition there are useful cellar rooms which could be easily converted into useful storage area or wine cellar. To the first floor a generous landing gives access to bedrooms and bathroom. The master is generous in size with lovely views out over the garden. The second bedroom is double aspect and has a more contemporary feel. The final first floor bedroom is still large enough to house a double bed and again, looks over the garden. The family bathroom is quite generous in size and is finished in a charming traditional style with a freestanding roll top bath and period style fittings.
externally The property is approached via a private drive shared with the neighbouring dwellings and sits within secluded, lightly wooded gardens which lie mainly to the front and side of the property. There are views across the valley to Binsey and enticing glimpses of Skiddaw and Carl Side can be viewed to the side. Electrically operated metal gates open into a generous parking area to the front which leads round to the side of the property. The main garden area is laid to lawn with a number of planted beds among the trees and there is a lovely seating area to the side, accessed from the patio doors leading from the kitchen & guest bedroom. A large timber workshop provides space for a ride on mower and garden/leisure equipment. Directions From Keswick take the A591 northwards posted to Carlisle and follow for approx. 6 miles. At a crossroads by The Castle Inn hotel, turn right towards Uldale and Caldbeck. Follow the road up into the foothills and then descend into the village of Uldale. At the crossroads in the village before The Snooty Fox pub, turn left towards Ireby and the driveway leading to the property will be on the right hand side of this lane, before leaving the village. Postcode CA7 1HA EPC Band E COUNCIL TAX Band B TENURE Leasehold SERVICES Mains Electricity, water and drainage are connected. Oil fired central heating. IMPORTANT NOTICE The Property Misdescriptions Act: Purple Diamond, for themselves and for the Vendors and Lessors of this property whose Agents they are give notice that: (1) The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers or lessees and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract; (2) All descriptions, dimensions, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them; (3) No person in the employment of Purple Diamond Ltd, has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. FIXTURES & FITTINGS Some items, such as carpets, curtains and light fittings, not mentioned in these sales particulars may be either excluded from the sale or available by separate negotiation.
Energy Efficiency Rating 41 41 Ground Floor First Floor cellar Viewings strictly by appointment Telephone 017687 20700 Email cumbria@purple-diamond.co.uk
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