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£685,000
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6 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

Brocklebank Ground, Torver, Coniston, Cumbria, LA21 8BS
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Semi-detached house
6 bed
3 bath
EPC rating: E*
1,765 sq ft / 164 sq m

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Broadband: Super-fast 80Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
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Property description & features

  • Spacious 3 reception, 6 bedroom accommodation
  • Pleasant location with open views
  • Private enclosed garden
  • Plenty of off road parking
Location An idyllic countryside setting approximately 1.5 miles from the western shore of Coniston Water and with views over Torver Common towards Grizedale Forest. Coniston is 3 miles away whilst Kendal, Barrow-in-Furness and other nearby towns are within easy reach.

Follow the A591 to Ambleside, then on to the A593 to Coniston. Upon reaching Coniston, cross the bridge in the centre of the village following the A593 to Torver. Continue through Torver, passing the Wilson Arms on the right and then turning right down the private lane signposted 'Brocklebank Ground'.
 

Description Built around 1760 in traditional stone and slate, a splendid double fronted Georgian house retains much of the original character and charm. This delightful home is stunningly placed to enjoy wonderful views over Torver Common towards Grizedale. The property enjoys ready access to traditional Lakeland inns not only in nearby Torver itself but also in the popular village of Coniston just 3 miles away.

The South facing and welcoming accommodation comprises 3 Reception rooms, family kitchen with Aga and cloakroom on the ground floor and five double bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor. On the second floor there is a sixth double bedroom, playroom and store, there really is space for everyone!

In the past the Brocklebank Ground has been used as a family home,for Bed & Breakfast and would make a superb Holiday let for two or more families !

With delightful gardens, ample parking, this fantastic property is an opportunity much too good to miss!  

Accommodation (with approximate dimensions)  

Entrance Hall Stone flagged floor, perfect for donning or shedding walking boots and gear.  

Sitting Room 16' 0" x 11' 10" (4.88m x 3.61m) A light and airy room with wood burning stove upon a stone fireplace, stone flagged floor, alcove cupboards, picture rail and views towards Grizedale.  

Living Room 12' 10" x 11' 10" (3.91m x 3.61m) Morso stove set upon a slate hearth, shelved alcove, display shelving and coving to ceiling.  

Snug 11' 9" x 10' 10" (3.58m x 3.3m) 2 windows, stone flagged floor, integrated cupboards and display shelf. Access to

 

Cloak Room Cloakroom having walk-in shower, wash hand basin and WC.  

Kitchen 14' 10" x 11' 9" (4.52m x 3.58m) A wonderfully characterful room having a host of features with a rear stable style door and an oil-fired Aga. Fitted with wall and base units with tiled splashback and complementary worktops incorporating a Belfast sink with mixer tap. Stone flagged floor, wood panelling to the walls, shelved alcove, useful suspended shelf and plumbing for a dishwasher. A spacious, deep larder cupboard provides plenty of storage with shelving, boot racks and plumbing for washing machine.  

Boiler Room Housing Worcester oil fired boiler. 

Rear Porch with adjacent log storage and access to coal bunker.  

First Floor  

Bedroom 1 11' 10" x 11' 10" (3.61m x 3.61m) A double room with original cast iron fireplace, picture rail and coving. Southerly views over Torver Common towards Grizedale.  

Bedroom 2 12' 6" x 11' 10" (3.81m x 3.61m) A double room with coving and picture rail and having views toward Grizedale. 

Bedroom 3 11' 10" x 9' 7" (3.61m x 2.92m) A double room with picture rail and views towards Grizedale.  

Bedroom 4 11' 8" x 9' 4" (3.56m max x 2.84m max) A dual aspect double room overlooking open fields and having picture rail. 

Ensuite Shower Room part tiled walls and having a three piece suite comprising a walk in shower, wash hand basin and WC.
 

Bathroom Tiled walls and having a four piece suite of bath with shower attachment, a shower within a glazed corner unit, WC, and wash hand basin with light and shaver point over.  

A Return staircase leads to very useful additional accommodation on the second floor 

Playroom/ Office Area 21' 9" x 11' 3" (6.63m max x 3.43m max) Currently in use as a home office, this would be equally suited as a children's playroom. Beamed ceiling and a Velux window enjoying views of Grizedale.  

Bedroom 6 20' 4" x 10' 10" (6.2m max x 3.3m) Another double room with beamed ceiling and Velux window having views towards Grizedale.  

Store A great additional storage area. Having potential to create a seventh bedroom similar to bedroom 6. 

Outside A tiered garden enjoying a peaceful and private setting, with a variety of mature shrubs and trees. There are plenty of areas in which to sit and enjoy the surroundings and those amazing views. Rocky outcrop to the rear and steps leading up to a raised area with fruit trees, a true haven for wildlife and is a real delight.

Various log stores, large timber shed/workshop and second timber shed, providing excellent storage for garden equipment. Outside tap and outside light points.

Good car parking areas for a number of vehicles.
 

Services Mains electricity, oil fired central heating. Private shared water and drainage. We understand mains water is available nearby. 

Tenure Freehold. 

Council Tax Band G - South Lakeland District Council  

Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh Ambleside Office. 

Energy Performance Certificate The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices. 

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