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Map1 bedroom semi-detached house
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Semi-detached house
1 bed
1 bath
Key information
Features and description
- Idyllic holiday let in central Ambleside
- Quietly placed yet in the heart of the village
- One bedroomed stone built cottage.
- Superb views from the garden
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Location Gale Hill Cottage is situated at the very heart of Ambleside. From our office head towards the centre of the town and on foot walk between the former Barclays Bank building and the Market Hall and Cheapside will be seen straight ahead. Take the pedestrian pathway up the hill and the property is located on the right hand side after a very short distance, just to the side of the St Johns Ambulance Hall.
Description This intriguing and unique stone built cottage is located just yards from the very centre of bustling Ambleside, and yet you would not know it judging by the peace and tranquillity enjoyed. Quietly tucked away, this adaptable home is offered as a successful holiday let (currently with Lakelovers) being fully furnished and having plenty of forward bookings and lots of return visitors.
The primary accommodation is all on one level and includes a lovely sitting room, a separate fitted kitchen with an adjoining store, a dining room (which has in the past been partitioned off to create a second bedroom), a double bedroom and a bathroom with a four piece suite. There are gardens to the side which enjoy super views over Ambleside to the fells beyond.
On the lower floor, with external access only, are two very useful stores, one at each end of the building. The bike store houses the boiler and has been utilised as overspill sleeping accommodation in the past, although it would now require a little upgrading to be used as such again. For those who might want to enjoy the cottage themselves between lettings, these areas would be perfect for locking away personal belongings and equipment such as bikes or canoes for example, conveniently ready for immediate use upon arrival. The central stores are separately owned and are understood to be let on long term leases at a peppercorn ground rent (to be confirmed).
Part of the appeal of this home of character will be the fact that you can simply step from the door and easily amble into the village for a meal, a drink or two, and maybe even take in a film on occasion, or hike the high fells which surround this pretty Lakeland town, stroll down to the lake shore or walk alongside the waterfalls, all without troubling to find the car keys.
The perfect holiday let, come and see.
Accommodation (with approximat dimensions)
Sitting Room 11' 10" x 14' 4" (3.62m x 4.37m) A bright room benefitting from two windows and having a wonderful feature exposed stone fireplace with wood burning stove set on a slate hearth. There is also a radiator and a beamed ceiling.
Kitchen 10' 9" x 6' 10" (3.29m x 2.1m) With an attractive range of wall and base units and complementary work surfaces and having a range of integrated Gorenje appliances including a washing machine, a dishwasher, an oven with hood over, a refrigerator and a freezer. There is also a Hotpoint 4 ring electric hob, a radiator, two windows, a breakfast bar and a stainless steel sink with drainer.
Boot Room Perfect for the storage of muddy boots and coats and having a radiator and opaque window.
Dining Room 13' 3" x 9' 1" (4.04m x 2.78m) A bright space that enjoys two windows, a skylight and a radiator. We believe that this room has in the past been partitioned off to create a second bedroom, although this partition has now been removed.
Bedroom 18' 9" x 9' 0" (5.72m x 2.75m) A spacious and bright double room enjoying a window, a skylight, two radiators and a glazed door giving access to the garden.
Bathroom Having a 4 piece suite comprising a bath, a corner shower unit, a wash hand basin with illuminated mirror and shaver point over and a WC. There is also a ladder style heated towel rail, a radiator with towel rail over and part tiled walls.
Outside
Garden A short flight of steps leads to a gravelled patio that gives wonderful views over the rooftops to Loughrigg and the surrounding fells and is perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine.
Bike Store 16' 10" x 8' 10" (5.15 maxm x 2.71m) Located on the lower floor and having external access only this area is ideal for the storage of outdoor equipment such as bikes and canoes and houses the Vaillant central heating boiler. With a window and power and light points, this could also make an ideal workshop, home office or studio space. The log burner here has not been used for many years and is no longer functioning.
Garden Store 7' 10" x 6' 6" (2.4m x 2m) A useful garden store located beneath the bedroom and accessed via the garden descending the steps in front. Having a stable door, window and power points.
Services The property is connected to mains electricity, gas, water and drainage.
Tenure Freehold, We understand that the two stores on the floorplan are included in the freehold. Further stores at this level are occupied by others, currently let from the subject property for a term of 999 years from 1990 at a peppercorn ground rent. Copies of the title plans are available from our Ambleside office.
Business Rates The property has a rateable value of £2,900 with the amount payable to South Lakeland District Council for 2020/21 being £1,447.10
Small Business Rate Relief, plus further relief in relation to the Coronavirus outbreak may be available.
Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh Ambleside Office. As the property is a successful holiday let viewings may be limited to changeover times (usually, but not always, Fridays).
Energy Performance Certificate The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices.
Description This intriguing and unique stone built cottage is located just yards from the very centre of bustling Ambleside, and yet you would not know it judging by the peace and tranquillity enjoyed. Quietly tucked away, this adaptable home is offered as a successful holiday let (currently with Lakelovers) being fully furnished and having plenty of forward bookings and lots of return visitors.
The primary accommodation is all on one level and includes a lovely sitting room, a separate fitted kitchen with an adjoining store, a dining room (which has in the past been partitioned off to create a second bedroom), a double bedroom and a bathroom with a four piece suite. There are gardens to the side which enjoy super views over Ambleside to the fells beyond.
On the lower floor, with external access only, are two very useful stores, one at each end of the building. The bike store houses the boiler and has been utilised as overspill sleeping accommodation in the past, although it would now require a little upgrading to be used as such again. For those who might want to enjoy the cottage themselves between lettings, these areas would be perfect for locking away personal belongings and equipment such as bikes or canoes for example, conveniently ready for immediate use upon arrival. The central stores are separately owned and are understood to be let on long term leases at a peppercorn ground rent (to be confirmed).
Part of the appeal of this home of character will be the fact that you can simply step from the door and easily amble into the village for a meal, a drink or two, and maybe even take in a film on occasion, or hike the high fells which surround this pretty Lakeland town, stroll down to the lake shore or walk alongside the waterfalls, all without troubling to find the car keys.
The perfect holiday let, come and see.
Accommodation (with approximat dimensions)
Sitting Room 11' 10" x 14' 4" (3.62m x 4.37m) A bright room benefitting from two windows and having a wonderful feature exposed stone fireplace with wood burning stove set on a slate hearth. There is also a radiator and a beamed ceiling.
Kitchen 10' 9" x 6' 10" (3.29m x 2.1m) With an attractive range of wall and base units and complementary work surfaces and having a range of integrated Gorenje appliances including a washing machine, a dishwasher, an oven with hood over, a refrigerator and a freezer. There is also a Hotpoint 4 ring electric hob, a radiator, two windows, a breakfast bar and a stainless steel sink with drainer.
Boot Room Perfect for the storage of muddy boots and coats and having a radiator and opaque window.
Dining Room 13' 3" x 9' 1" (4.04m x 2.78m) A bright space that enjoys two windows, a skylight and a radiator. We believe that this room has in the past been partitioned off to create a second bedroom, although this partition has now been removed.
Bedroom 18' 9" x 9' 0" (5.72m x 2.75m) A spacious and bright double room enjoying a window, a skylight, two radiators and a glazed door giving access to the garden.
Bathroom Having a 4 piece suite comprising a bath, a corner shower unit, a wash hand basin with illuminated mirror and shaver point over and a WC. There is also a ladder style heated towel rail, a radiator with towel rail over and part tiled walls.
Outside
Garden A short flight of steps leads to a gravelled patio that gives wonderful views over the rooftops to Loughrigg and the surrounding fells and is perfect for enjoying a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine.
Bike Store 16' 10" x 8' 10" (5.15 maxm x 2.71m) Located on the lower floor and having external access only this area is ideal for the storage of outdoor equipment such as bikes and canoes and houses the Vaillant central heating boiler. With a window and power and light points, this could also make an ideal workshop, home office or studio space. The log burner here has not been used for many years and is no longer functioning.
Garden Store 7' 10" x 6' 6" (2.4m x 2m) A useful garden store located beneath the bedroom and accessed via the garden descending the steps in front. Having a stable door, window and power points.
Services The property is connected to mains electricity, gas, water and drainage.
Tenure Freehold, We understand that the two stores on the floorplan are included in the freehold. Further stores at this level are occupied by others, currently let from the subject property for a term of 999 years from 1990 at a peppercorn ground rent. Copies of the title plans are available from our Ambleside office.
Business Rates The property has a rateable value of £2,900 with the amount payable to South Lakeland District Council for 2020/21 being £1,447.10
Small Business Rate Relief, plus further relief in relation to the Coronavirus outbreak may be available.
Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh Ambleside Office. As the property is a successful holiday let viewings may be limited to changeover times (usually, but not always, Fridays).
Energy Performance Certificate The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices.
About this agent
Hackney and Leighs’ Ambleside office was one of the first three to open in 1982, and is manned by experienced staff who all live locally and have a great depth of local knowledge. The Ambleside office is based in the very heart of the English Lake District National Park and consequently this bustling little market town enjoys a vibrant local community as well as an all year round tourist industry. Property Sales, Lettings and Conveyancing - Caring about you and your property!