Welcome to High Ghyll, Newby Bridge Road, Bowness on Windermere, LA23 3LWCommanding an elevated setting with views of Lake Windermere this architect designed detached house was built in 1998 for the present owners in a traditional Lakeland style and offers well-proportioned rooms providing three reception rooms, a dining kitchen with utility room and a downstairs cloakroom. To the first floor there is a roomy landing with space for a study area, two generous bedroom suites both with dressing areas and ensuite shower rooms, two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom.Beautifully established and well stocked gardens of c. 0.48 acres surround the house and are meticulously maintained; they provide a colourful backdrop for life here at High Ghyll. There is a choice of seating areas to suit every weather and occasion and a delightful summer house from which the views are simply breathtaking. The drive opens to an extensive parking area with a detached double garage. In summary, a great family house in delightful gardens enjoying impressive views, privacy and an enviable, accessible and convenient Lakeland location almost midway between Bowness on Windermere and Newby Bridge.LocationLocation is paramount when it comes to choosing your perfect property and High Ghyll is fortunate as it not only has an enviable location but enjoys an equally choice setting too. Whilst there are neighbours either side there are generous gardens and established planting between the neighbouring houses ensuring no compromise on privacy.Both High Ghyll and the surrounding gardens enjoy views of Lake Windermere and the verdant slopes of Claife Heights and the mountains beyond. Almost equidistant between Bowness on Windermere and Newby Bridge this is an extremely accessible location and convenient to reach either from Newby Bridge (and therefore from the M6) or Windermere direction.The position is perfectly suited for those looking to enjoy the best of Lake District life whilst still benefitting from all that a quiet residential area has to offer. Located just off, and elevated above, the A592 it's easy to find and ideal for enjoying all the great amenities that Bowness on Windermere has numerous cafes, bars and restaurants, the cinema, a theatre and plenty of galleries and shops. For water sports enthusiasts, there is a choice of marinas, numerous activities to enjoy and regular sailing events whether as a participant or spectator. For those with hills in mind, the Wainwrights are all around and there are also some super walks right from the door.Ambleside, Grasmere, Hawkshead and Coniston are all within comfortable reach for day trips and if a greater choice of shops is needed then the Cumbrian market town of Kendal is just over 10 miles away. If schooling is a priority, then there is a good selection of primary, state and independent schools in Windermere making this the perfect option for a main residence. For day-to-day needs, there are branches of Tesco and Co-op in Bowness itself and in Windermere you'll find Booths and Sainsbury's.J36 is your nearest access to the M6 and if travelling by train you can hop on the branch line at Windermere or go straight to Oxenholme on the main West Coast line.You're really in the centre of things here High Ghyll offers a wonderful opportunity to explore and enjoy.Step inside From the parking area, a flight of Lakeland stone steps with wrought iron railings flanked by pink camelias lead up to a seating terrace across the front of the house. The front door opens to an entrance vestibule with an engineered oak floor. Step through to the welcoming wide hallway, double opening doors with bevelled glazing open either side to the dining room and sitting room.The sitting room has generous proportions and a triple aspect, it's "a lovely room especially for Christmas and special occasions" according to the owners who also use the cosy snug when it's just the two of them. The sitting room has two routes out to the garden, there is a sliding door to the west facing front seating terrace from here the sunsets are delightful and there are tantalizing glimpses of the lake. There's a second door to a rear seating terrace as well as a specially commissioned elegant marble fire surroundin which sits a coal effect living flame fire.The dining room is a lovely room for gathering family and friends, high days and holidays. It too enjoys the setting sun over Claife Heights and lake views. The cosy snug has a sliding door out to the rear seating area, the neighbouring magnolia tree looks fabulous from here! The room is lovely and cool on a hot day as it just gets the morning sun.The inviting family dining kitchen has an engineered oak floor and extensive storage as well as a halogen hob and self-cleaning fan oven (both De-Dietrich), AEG larder fridge, NEFF dishwasher, a Bosch combination microwave/grill/fan oven and an Elica extractor fan sits above the hob. Cabinets are fronted in beech and worktops are granite. Adjacent to the kitchen is a fitted utility room with spaces and services for a washing machine, vented drier and freezer. There are also useful wall cupboards and practical open shelving. Completing the ground floor is a cloakroom.The stairs ascend to a light and airy gallery landing with room for a home office if desired. A hatch leads to the loft with pull down ladder, boarding and lighting making it ideal for suitcases and Christmas decorations.The two front bedrooms are similar in size, appointments and views, it must be a dilemma which one to choose as the principal suite!The bedroom suite chosen has a range of fitted furniture, an arch to a dressing area and an ensuite shower room. This room was selected as the orientation of the bed enables the owners to look straight out to the lake; with a cup of morning tea to hand what better way to start the day? The second bedroom suite also has a range of fitted furniture and an ensuite shower room and views of the lake.The two remaining bedrooms are also both double rooms and enjoy views of the garden or surrounding countryside. These two are served by the family bathroom. Off the landing is a traditional airing cupboard, so useful for storing your bed linens and towels.Step Outside Pull in off the road and the entrance is shared with the adjoining house, Ghyllside. Turn into High Ghyll's private drive which opens to an extensive parking area (all laid withtarmac) and a detached double garage. The garage has both an electric up and over door and a side door. There is power, light and water with internal storage shelves. Anarea to the side of the garage has been fenced to conceal the oil tank and bin storage area.It is quite possibly the gardens that set this lovely home apart from all others - surrounding the house to all sides, they are an absolute delight. Well stocked andcarefully tended they provide colour and interest throughout the seasons with a vibrant show of colour in the spring and summer months, especially when the azaleas and rhododendrons are in bloom. There is also a fine collection of mature heathers, camelias, viburnums, magnolias and skimmias. At the top of the garden snowdrops, daffodils and bluebells have naturalised and put on a good spring show.Throughout the gardens seating areas have been incorporated within the garden design to take advantage of particular views or with a purpose in mind the seating area to the south is lovely for breakfast and lunch, it's also perfect for a sunny barbecue being next to the kitchen and there is a cool corner, "the arbour" if it all gets a little toowarm as the area is wonderfully sheltered too. Facing west, the terrace at the front is a favourite for afternoon cups of tea or a glass of something chilled as the sun sets behind Claife Heights.Moving round the house, the seating area next to the snug attracts the morning sun, but then on a hot afternoon offers much needed shade. As for the summer house andterrace at the top of the garden, well, it's absolutely magical. The panoramic view is right over the top of the house to the lake and wooded slopes of Claife Heights and thedistant mountans. A second great venue for evening gatherings whether it's just the two of you or you're hosting family or friends. Your guests will delight in the Lakeland vista unfolding in front of them. A small pond with a pumped stream sits just below this and provides a gentle background trickle.The summer house itself has French windows so it can be opened right up and shelter taken if there is a breeze or it comes onto rain. The garden is surrounded by fields tothe east and south offering privacy and seclusion.Externally there is lighting and water provision. Behind the summer house is a compost area, tucked away out of sight, but exceptionally useful for the keen gardener.ServicesMains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating from a Camray boiler in the utility room. LPG for the gas fire in the sitting room. Security alarm. BroadbandAlthough not presently connected, Ultrafast broadband is available from Fibrus with potential speeds of 982 Mbps for downloading and 310 Mbps for uploading.MobileIndoor: EE, Three, O2 and Vodaphone for both Voice and DataOutdoor: EE, Three, O2 and Vodaphone for Voice, Data and Enhanced DataMobile information provided by Ofcom.Local Authority charges Westmorland and Furness Council Council Tax band GTenureFreehold Included in the sale Fitted carpets, curtains, curtain poles, blinds, light fittings and integral kitchen appliances as listed. Please noteThe first part of the drive is owned by Ghyllside with High Ghyll enjoying a right of way over it, subject to a half share of the upkeep, payable on an as and when basis. Directions what3words toolbar.jetliner.rashersUse Sat Nav LA23 3LW with reference to the directions below:Leave Bowness on Windermere on the A592 heading towards Newby Bridge, pass the left hand junction with the B5360. After the junction with Ghyll Head Road (also on the left), it's the next drive on the left. There are double opening metal gates. Turn in here and bear right towards High Ghyll. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_bowness-on-windermere-d590159/for-sale_i71409182
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Accommodation in Brief Ground Floor Entrance Hall Snug Drawing Room Kitchen/Dining Area Rear Porch Utility Room WC Store Room First Floor Landing Principal Bedroom Ensuite Five Bedrooms Shower Room Bathroom First Floor (Above Garage) Boiler Room Storage Exterior Three Car Garage Garden The Property Situated within the picturesque Lake District National Park, this distinctive rural home is enveloped by scenic natural surroundings, showcasing enviable views of the nearby Great Mell Fell and Little Mell Fell. Brownrigg is surrounded by 5 acres, comprising grassland and mature, well stocked gardens with a lovely outdoor seating area, complementing its surroundings. The property showcases many architectural periods, tracing its origins back to the 1500s. Inside, the main living spaces are generously sized and filled with natural light, showcasing charming period features such as exposed beams, traditional inglenook fireplace and an impressive staircase. The drawing room and snug are characterful in appearance, with the snug enjoying a Clearview stove, fostering a warm and inviting ambience. The open plan kitchen and dining area has been tastefully upgraded to include underfloor heating, elegant limestone tiles, and a Rangemaster cooker, making it an ideal area for dining and entertaining guests. Added conveniences include a ground floor storeroom, utility room and WC accessible via the rear porch, just off the kitchen/diner. The entire ground floor is serviced with underfloor heating and the walls affixed with efficient Celotex insulation. Ascending to the first floor, Brownrigg House features five well-proportioned bedrooms with the principal bedroom boasting an ensuite bathroom and the remaining bedrooms sharing a shower room and bathroom. These rooms showcase the same cosy, traditional aesthetic featuring exposed beams and pitched ceilings. Above the garage, there is a substantial storage room, accessible via the staircase within the ground floor store room. Given its size, this has scope for development and could function as additional accommodation for guests, subject to necessary consents. Externally Externally, Brownrigg House benefits from a large adjoined three vehicle garage in addition to parking space contained within the front yard. The gardens are mature and have been beautifully maintained, featuring lush lawns, Log and Wood Store, vegetable patch, neatly presented flower beds and a large terrace area for outdoor entertaining. There is about 2 acres of grassland to the front of the property, with a small, picturesque stream running under a stone vernacular bridge. Agents Note The property is currently served by 4G broadband, with superfast broadband arriving in late 2024. Local Information The popular Matterdale Valley is located in the Lake District National Park, close to Ullswater and 7 miles from the M6 at Junction 40. Nearby Penruddock features a cosy country pub, a restaurant, and a village hall, fostering a close-knit community atmosphere with regular social events. The area is ideal for outdoor activities, offering scenic walks and sailing opportunities on nearby Lake Ullswater. It's a peaceful spot for enjoying the outdoors and local community life. The regional centre of Penrith is within easy reach and provides comprehensive cultural, educational and recreational opportunities, along with excellent shopping facilities. There are primary schools in the villages of Penruddock, Stainton and Greystoke, along with a separate pre-school in Penruddock. There is an excellent choice of secondary schooling nearby with Ullswater Community College, Queen Elizabeth Grammar School and Keswick School. For the commuter, the A66 and M6 are both within easy reach for onward travel north and south. Main line rail services are available at both Penrith and Carlisle which provide fast and frequent services to London in the south and to Glasgow and Edinburgh in the north. The rail station at Carlisle provides regular connecting services east to Newcastle. Approximate Mileages Penruddock 3.3 miles Pooley Bridge 4.9 miles M6 Junction 40 Skirsgill 8.0 miles Penrith 8.9 miles Keswick 12.2 miles Carlisle 28.7 miles Services Mains electricity & Water. Oil-fired boiler. Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars. Agents Note to Purchasers We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some information may be awaiting vendor approval. Submitting an Offer Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations, we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_matterdale-d584177/for-sale_i71144924
An outstanding substantial detached five bedroom house occupying an idyllic site amounting to approximately 0.5 acre with extensive surrounding mature gardens in a tranquil rural setting under two miles from Bassenthwaite village and entirely embraced by delightful fell views.The generous internal accommodation offers flexible use as there is a ground floor bedroom and bathroom allowing some occupants to mainly reside on the ground floor if preferable.Boundary House nestles within the Lake District National Park approximately 8.5 miles from Keswick, 9.5 miles from Cockermouth, 20 miles from Carlisle and 19 miles from Allonby on the Solway coast. Junction 40 of the M6 at Penrith is 26 miles away and Penrith railway station includes a west coast main line direct service to London, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Bassenthwaite village amenities include a primary school, church and public houses. Nearby facilities include Bassenthwaite lake and sailing club, a first class leisure complex and spa at Armathwaite Hall hotel, The Lakes Distillery, The Lake District Wildlife Park, Mirehouse country house and gardens and Honister slate mine. Numerous fell walks are close by including Binsey, Skiddaw and Ullock Pike. Accommodation Ground Floor: Entrance Hall With vaulted ceiling, radiator. Sitting Room With windows to two elevations, sandstone fireplace with wood burning stove, radiator. Dining Kitchen With fitted base and wall units including pelmet lighting and granite work surfaces, sink with boiling water mixer tap, Rayburn stove, integrated fridge and dishwasher, radiator, external door to rear open porch. Utility Room With fitted base and wall units, sink with mixer tap, plumbing for washing machine, radiator. Inner Hall With two radiators, under stairs cupboard. Living Room With windows to two elevations, sandstone fireplace with wood burning stove, four radiators, patio door to the rear garden. Bedroom One With radiator. Bathroom With WC, wash hand basin, roll top bath with shower mixer / filler, shower cubicle, ceramic wall tiling, heated towel rail / radiator. First Floor: Landing With two roof windows, radiator. Master Bedroom With vaulted ceiling, three roof windows, three radiators, cast iron fireplace. En-suite Bathroom With WC, wash hand basin, roll top bath with shower mixer / filler, shower cubicle, ceramic wall tiling, roof window, radiator. Bedroom Three With windows to the front and rear elevation, two radiators, built in cupboard and cylinder cupboard. Bedroom Four With roof window, radiator. Dressing Room / Bedroom Five With radiator, built in wardrobe. Shower Room With WC, wash hand basin, shower cubicle, ceramic wall tiling, two roof windows, heated towel rail. Outside: Block paved driveway entrance and courtyard providing parking spaces, extensive surrounding mature gardens comprising lawns with stocked and shrubbed borders, paved patios, established trees, rear decked terrace, garden room with electric power, shed, large car port suitable for a motor home. Double Garage With Apartment With two up and over doors, electric light and power, built in cupboard, adjoining external stores. Self-Contained First Floor Apartment With vestibule and stairway to open plan living room / bedroom with three roof windows, fitted base units, two electric heaters, shower room with roof window, WC, wash hand basin, shower cubicle, heated towel rail. Services Mains water and electricity. Sewage treatment plant. Oil central heating. Tenure Freehold. Council Tax Band D. Right Of Way A right of way exists to provide access to the neighbouring caravan. Viewing By appointment with Hackney and Leigh's Keswick office. Directions From the Keswick Crossthwaite roundabout proceed to the A591 towards Bassenthwaite and continue for approximately seven miles until reaching the crossroads and then turn right immediately before the Castle Inn Hotel. Proceed ahead up the hill and the entrance road to the property is situated on the left after approximately 1.5 miles. What3words Spacing.toads.suave Price Offers in the region of £1,500,000 are invited for consideration. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ireby-d581818/for-sale_i71697364
LAWKLAND HALL A magnificent Grade 1 manor house, Lawkland Hall is as rich in history as it is in its stunning Elizabethan architectural detail.It is hard not to be impressed by the many period features, including oak panelling, linen fold panelling in the dining room, exposed floor boards, decorative over mantles, architraves, staircase and studded doors. There are cross-leaded windows, some with seats, others with stained glass panes set in stone mullions, stone fireplaces including a bolection-moulded fireplace in the principal bedroom and study, flagged floors and a stone door arch.Over the front door is a decorative stone moulding with the Ingleby coat of arms. Above the fireplace in the dining room sits an inset engraved stone with the initials J N A and Amicus Certus beneath a coat of arms. Above the door into the dining room, set in the stone surround, is an inscription I A:M 1679 the initials of Arthur Ingleby and his wife.Worthy of particular note, bedroom 8, known as The Chapel has a concealed 'priest hole', retained as a feature with a glass floor. The tower housing the original spiral stone staircase had the gazebo added in 1758 with windows to each elevation providing far-reaching views.More recently, a 'Roman' or sunken bath was installed, believed to be a copy of one admired by Mrs Ambler in the Hotel Danieli in Venice.Delightful, landscaped south facing gardens, grounds and woodland surround Lawkland Hall. Many of the principal rooms enjoy splendid views. The drawing room and sitting room have direct access into the garden.The current owners completed significant and extensive works on the west wall of Lawkland Hall in 2021 and 2022. The west wing was completely reroofed at the same time.ACCOMMODATIONGround floorA central path with lawns either side leads to the front door, opening into the hall with flagged floor and concealed drinks cupboard.The drawing room has an Adam style fireplace, marble hearth and open fire. Oak steps lead up to a glazed door opening onto the garden.Accessed off the hall are the study with a bolection-moulded fireplace with open fire and a cloakroom with built-in cupboards and fitted bookshelves.A stone spiral staircase leads down to the cellar.The dining room has a large open fireplace and decorative linen fold panelling to picture rail height.Ground floor - East WingThe dining room leads into a large kitchen comprehensively fitted with modern base units, a larder cupboard, four oven Aga with warming plate set into a tiled recess with substantial stone mantle, integral appliances and Belfast sink. Tall mullion windows with a window seat and painted panelled walls.A back hall leads to a pantry with fitted cupboards and sitting room/playroom. This is a welcoming and relaxed space with fitted bookshelves, fireplace and French windows leading out to a terrace with York stone flags.Beyond the sitting room is a large boot room with fitted cupboards, Belfast sink and WC. This leads into a double height boiler room and fuel store.A period oak staircase from the hall leads to:First floor - West WingA large panelled landing leads to the principal bedroom suite comprising a generous bedroom 1 with fireplace and painted panelled walls, a dressing room /bedroom 6 and the bathroom with Roman bath, marble floor and decorative tiled walls.Bedroom 2 with oak fireplace having an ornate over mantle and built in cupboards to either side and painted panelled walls.First floor - East WingBedroom 3 with fireplace.An inner lobby provides access to the rear staircase, a three piece bathroom and to the 'Nursery Wing', which has three bedrooms as well as a four piece bathroom. Bedroom 4 has a wash basin, built in wardrobes and window seat.Second floor - West WingThere are two further bedrooms; bedroom 8 known as the Chapel and once used as a Chapel. Bedroom 9, known as the Boudoir, a charming room with window seat, panelled walls and fireplace.The stone spiral staircase runs from the cellar up to the second floor, where a short flight of steep stone steps, leads to the gazebo.GARDENS AND GROUNDSThe beautiful gardens and grounds are a particular feature of this exceptional property. Carefully improved by the present owners, they take full advantage of the wonderful setting that the hall occupies. The gardens were featured in an article in Country Life in 2005.The hall is approached from the highway through a gated entrance which leads to a gravel parking and turning area. Formal lawns, with a central stone flagged path, lead to the front door.The wonderful gardens and grounds are principally to the south of the hall flanked by a high wall on two sides with the lake to the south. The central part of the garden comprises topiarised yews on the main lawn, leading to a wild flower meadow with an avenue of ornamental crab apple trees with intersecting paths running down to the lake. The tennis court is located to the south east.On the west side of the garden, below the stone potting shed, are a variety of mixed borders either side of gravel and flagged paths. In addition, there is a green oak gazebo with heather thatched roof.To the east side of the main lawn is a kitchen garden and greenhouse.The overall layout and design of the gardens provide wonderful vistas and peaceful and secluded sitting and entertaining areas. There is a mixture of unusual trees and shrubs, including a 100 year old Tulip tree.OUTBUILDINGSTo the east of the hall is a row of traditional stone outbuildings comprising the 'hen house', store, tool shed, a garage, two kennels and a WC. In addition, there is a 'Shoot Room' with a kitchenette and a wood burning stove.Situated to the west of the hall, is a traditional stone and slate barn providing a double garage and a workshop with inspection pit.Within the garden stands a stone and slate two-storey potting shed.COTTAGES1 & 2 Lawkland Hall Cottages are a pair of three bedroom semi-detached properties, situated within the grounds of Lawkland Hall, close to the entrance gates. The properties are let on Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) agreements.Lawkland Hall occupies an enviable position in the Trough of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), close to the Yorkshire Dales National Park, in the county of North Yorkshire. The surrounding landscape is characterised by mixed livestock farming, ancient woodland and rolling countryside. Lawkland is an attractive hamlet on a quiet country lane with good access onto the A65 and to Austwick village.The pretty village of Austwick (1.8 miles) is well served by a church, post office/village store, village hall and tennis club. There's a choice of places to eat with the Gamecock Inn and the Traddock Country House Hotel.Giggleswick (3 miles) is in a well-deserved Conservation Area and an extremely attractive village with many old and historic buildings. The village has a railway station, on the Leeds to Morecambe line, historic church and two pubs, the famous Giggleswick School (which opens up many of its facilities to locals) and a popular nine hole golf course.Settle (4 miles) offers a full range of commercial, educational and recreational amenities including a Booths supermarket.The area is renowned for excellent schools including independent schools at Giggleswick and Sedbergh, Ermysted's Grammar School for boys and the Girls' Grammar School in Skipton together with a good selection of state schools; Settle College in Settle and Queen Elizabeth School in Kirkby Lonsdale. Primary schools are either at Austwick, Giggleswick or Settle.For those keen on outdoor life, Lawkland Hall Estate is on the edge of the magnificent Yorkshire Dales National Park, an area of stunning scenery and surrounded by thousands of square miles of dales and hills, nature and wildlife. The area affords every choice of country pursuits on your doorstep. 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Home:* Built approximately in the 1800's* Lots of character, Pattinson style home* Lovely original features within the home* Stunning lake and fell views* 5 bedrooms* 3 bathrooms* Not listed* Large living and dining room with views onto the private gardenServices:* Oil fired central heating* Mains Water* Mains electricity* Private drainage* Council tax band 'G'Hidden away from the road, Bellmount House is set centrally on its plot, allowing the extensive gardens to provide a buffer between the home and the wider world, creating a true refuge. As you enter the driveway the house and garden do not give up their secret immediately. It isn't until you turn into the area in front of the house that the extraordinary view of Lake Windermere first makes itself known and the temptation is to jump out of the car and walk straight down the lawns to see more, rewarded by the ever-widening of the lake view ahead of you and, on a clear day, the majestic presence of the Old Man of Coniston, seemingly within touching-distance ahead.Predominantly Victorian, elements of the traditional Lakeland stone-built Bellmount House appear older, with an oral history suggesting the dwelling may have formerly existed as a row of four cottages before being developed by the Pattinson family in the 1800s. Long rather than square, yet with trademark Pattinson stone mullion windows and a formal main staircase, Bellmount House combines austere Victorian Gentleman's Residence with cosy cottage comforts for an utterly unique feel. Make your way indoors, via the gabled, stone quoin-cornered entrance porch, where a slate bench offers a resting place for debooting beneath the stone mullion window. Ahead, the Victorian iron studded door creates a sense of importance and arrival. The original bell-pull mechanism still works.Inside the entrance hallway, ancient beams are displayed overhead, with a narrow stone mullion window to the front inviting a shaft of daylight through. A home that has resisted the rash modernisations of many homes, the undisturbed original features of Bellmount House make it a unique prospect for lovers of antiquity and the true Wordsworth romance of the Lakes. The wide doorway of the drawing room opens ahead of you. A deceptively spacious room, a stone surround contains a Clearview log-burning stove set upon a slate hearth. Beams extend overhead, whilst a row of stone mullion windows frames leafy views out over the garden, best enjoyed from the seat beneath.From the drawing room, a door opens to a small garden terrace which basks in morning sunshine and is perfect for elevenses or brunch.Returning to the hall, turn to your right to explore the former servants end of the house, with the kitchen, breakfast room and boiler/utility room. The kitchen is a small but practical space where a cook can work deftly, affording the golden triangle ratio between sink, fridge and cooker. Stone mullion windows on two sides offer glimpses of the garden whilst exposed beams reveal the breakfast room beyond. As you pass into this room the character of this part of the building is enhanced by the outline of the second, cottage-style staircase leading up to the bedrooms above. The depth of the window seat indicates the solid build of the stone walls which are part panelled. The Breakfast Room is made cosy in winter by the multi-fuel stove but has the wide back door which can be opened up to bring in a fresh spring breeze. An original storage cupboard is fitted to the far side of the attractive fireplace. On the other side is a glass fronted double cupboard which conceals a former opening into the drawing room which could be easily restored to reclaim the connectivity of these rooms. From this room, the original heavy external door provides access out to the garden and utility outbuildings which give plenty of drying space for sports equipment, right by the door, as well as an outside tap for hosing down cycles, canoes or boots. Returning to the hallway, straight ahead of you now is the passage through to the other end of the house where a change of character can be detected, probably indicating the area developed by the Pattinson-era build into a Gentleman's Residence. Pass the quirky alcoves in the wall, and the deep understairs storage cupboard, handy for coats and boots. Reaching the end of the hallway, step into the large dining room. Light, bright and airy, the deep, stone-mullioned, box-bay window presents picturesque views down to Lake Windermere, where you can see the yachts bobbing at anchor.A treasure trove of original features includes picture rails and characterful honey-toned wooden flooring extending underfoot, whilst the corner fireplace, currently for ornamental use, is attractive in its simplicity and features a Lakeland slate hearth. An original door opens up into the stunning sitting room, where a deep, three-sided, stone mullion bay window reaches out into the greenery of the garden. Original honey-toned flooring, mellowed by the passing of time, extends underfoot whilst picture rails skirt the walls and warmth issues from the Clearview stove, snugly set within the stone fireplace.Take a seat by the window and watch the garden come to life before your eyes, as a variety of birds including chaffinches, woodpeckers, blackbirds and the elusive treecreeper frequent the bushes around the bird tables.Formerly used as a bedroom, this part of the house is handy for those with older relatives or those with accessibility requirements, as there is a modern wet room, with shower, wash basin, WC and heated towel radiator, found off a slate floor-lined lobby off the dining room. With cottage door access outside from this end of the home, leading to the barn, there is the potential to create an independent annexe out of the dining room, sitting room and wet room, if required.Returning to the inner hall, take the wide staircase up, with its easy shallow tread, where a stone mullion window on the turn offers a pleasant view out over the garden.Arriving at an intersection, a step to the left reveals the main bathroom, furnished with bath, shower, wash basin and WC and serving the master bedroom opposite.Opposite, lake views dominate from the stone mullion windows of the bountifully sized master bedroom, with further light entering from a side window; itself framing views out over the garden, fields and distant cottages.Tall ceilings reach down to the picture frame skirting the walls for a traditional sense of occasion. Supremely light and bright, wake up to ever changing views of Lake Windermere as the seasons rotate. Fitted beneath the window sill are cupboards and shelving. Turning right out of the bedroom, step up to an upper landing, before turning right to arrive at the second bedroom.Another capacious bedroom, stone mullion windows offer views out over the garden and barn to two sides. An Art Nouveau-style fireplace surrounds the metal grate and original brown tiles of the hearth, with original servant's bell still in situ to the side. Surprisingly spacious, this second bedroom offers access to the loft above.Moving along the landing, discover bedroom three, again featuring an attractive Victorian fireplace and with stone mullion window overlooking the garden. A room with a cosy cottage ambience, a beam set into the wall.Back on the landing, a quaint 'book nook' embellishes the wall, furnished with shelving and set beneath an exposed treacle-toned beam. Opposite, an angled door opens into the fourth bedroom, mirroring the cosiness and cottage feel of bedroom three and also overlooking the garden. Most of the bedrooms feature Victorian grate fireplaces with original servant's bell-pull at the side.Further along the landing on the left is a pleasantly light, high ceilinged shower room, with high windows spilling light down from above. With storage available in the linen closet (also housing the recently replaced water tank), this room also features a heated towel rail.An overhead skylight draws down natural light, continuing along the landing and beneath an archway to arrive at the original servant's quarters, where two additional rooms await, opposite one another. On the right is the larger room, previously used as a sewing room, and lit accordingly, with stone mullion seated window looking over the garden, Victorian grated fireplace and exposed wooden beams.To the left, an ideal study, or sixth bedroom should you wish, quietly tucked away from the main home yet with easy access down the rear staircase to the breakfast room and kitchen. New lino flooring and a painted fireplace give this an upbeat feel and suggest a home for creativity, a hobby room? The deep, seated stone mullion window looking out in the direction of the lake would be a place to reflect or take inspiration from the natural world outside.At the end of the landing the cottage staircase reconnects the bedrooms with the downstairs for a home with seamless flow.GardenOutside, lose yourself in the peace, privacy and picturesque elements of the acre of gardens cocooning Bellmount House. Lovingly planted with a selection of specimen trees including fir and spruce for an alpine effect, the secret spaces around three sides of the house open up to the spectacular view on the lake-facing side. It will draw you like a magnet to the lower lawn where, looking to the right across the fields, the Blackwell Arts & Crafts home is visible; take a look at the stone terraces which indicate what can be done to maximise the elegant impact of such a viewpoint. Something to try at Bellmount perhaps? If a closer look is required, the Arts & Crafts House is a five minute walk away and the cafe serves home-made cakes.Looking up from a hard-day's gardening to see the sun setting over Coniston Old Man has been a way of life for three decades at Bellmount and the deep and fertile soil of the annually manured plot needs only a quick turn to be back in business again. To the left, more beds surround the greenhouse in the sunniest corner, reminiscent of Mr McGregor's Garden, and there is even a sink for washing vegetables before they go up to the kitchen. The fencing bespeaks a long-running battle with Peter Rabbit and friends, but the cultivated area is so large and productive that there was usually enough for all to share. Returning up the path towards the house, another useful tool shed can be found. Loop around the side of the house past the barn and through the small gate to choose one of two paths around the rear garden; one along the formal terracing in front of the house, and another walk around the perimeter to discover a lovely secret garden route through bushes and trees and over a footbridge spanning a seasonal stream which usefully drains the garden on this side of the house in periods of high rainfall. Unique, filled with remarkable nooks and crannies and with a beauty that transcends the years, the gardens harmonise perfectly with the eclectic charm of Bellmount House.Barn storming potentialWith a number of large sheds, traditional potting sheds, outbuildings with toilets and laundry rooms, one building captures the imagination most keenly: the barn.An enormous, double height building, the barn could make a fantastic workshop for car enthusiasts, or those with their own business.However, there is vast potential, subject to planning approvals, to turn this home around, relocating the kitchen to this space. Imagine a glass-fronted, contemporary open-plan dining kitchen, where you can enjoy the last of the sun's rays on a summer evening, soaking up that view with a glass of wine.Such a transformation could allow you to utilise the existing kitchen as a laundry room, utilising what is currently the breakfast room as perhaps a boot room or drying room for wet suits. With its direct access out to the side, the current outdoor laundry room could easily work as an outdoor equipment room for bikes and canoes, or even be used as a potting shed. Let your imagination flow. The building is not listed and there are plenty of planning precedents in the local area.** For more photos and information, download the brochure on desktop. For your own hard copy brochure, or to book a viewing please call the team **Council Tax Band: GTenure: Freehold For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_bowness-on-windermere-d590159/for-sale_i68474354
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