Location Delightfully positioned above the small village of Glenridding, close to Ullswater and at the very foot of Helvellyn, this lovely stone built cottage is ideally placed for immediate access to the Lakeland fells. To reach the property from Ambleside take the Kirkstone road from the mini roundabout at the northern end of town and continue up the hill to the T junction opposite the Kirkstone Pass Inn. Turn left, proceeding down the Kirkstone Pass passing both Brotherswater and Patterdale and on reaching Glenridding itself, bear left adjacent to the public car park into Greenside Road. Continue up this hill past the Travellers Rest public house on the right hand side to where the road forks and bear right onto the track lane signposted for the YHA. Proceed for roughly one mile on the public bridleway(which is an unmade track), following signs for the Youth Hostel. Just beyond the Helvellyn YHA on the left hand side, Striding Edge can be found on the right hand side, being the far right of the three properties. There are two off road parking spaces for this property.  

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Description Newly converted to a wonderful 3 double bedroomed 2 bathroomed design, this attractive and stylish end of terrace holiday cottage is sensationally placed in amongst the high fells and yet is only about a mile above gorgeous Glenridding and Ullswater. Enjoying magnificent views in every direction and instant access to the high fells, Striding Edge is a superb example of what can be achieved in The Lake District National Park. The two storey accommodation includes a fitted family kitchen, a large dual aspect sitting room, three double bedrooms, one with an ensuite plus the house bathroom. There are gardens, car parking for at least two and of course the natural wonder which is The Lake District National Park right on your doorstep.

It is difficult now to imagine just how different The Lake District must have been 100 years ago, even harder to look back 200 years to a period when the former Greenside lead mine was at the point of being re-opened (in 1825), having briefly closed in 1819 after having been worked since its first recorded operations in the 1700's. The mine flourished throughout the 19th century and to a lesser degree into the 20th century before the reserves in its single mineral vein became exhausted. This building then saw service as a camping bothy and a mountaineering hostel before being given a refreshing new lease of life as these three stunning new holiday homes.

What is found here today is a far cry from must have been a hard working environment back in the 19th century. Today the only noise is that of birdsong and sheep. The only distractions are the superb views enjoyed in every single direction. For anyone with a genuine love of the Lake District, this is quite simply heaven. The list of fells on view from the property is just astounding - High Street, Place Fell, Kidsty Pike, Angle Tarn Pikes, Catsycam, Sheffield Pike, Thornthwaite Crag, Helvellyn Lower Man and Hartsop Dodd amongst them. Depending on your energy levels, all are capable of being conquered from the doorstep, but a mile long gentle stroll down the hill will also lead you to a selection of local hostelries and shops, not to mention the lake shore just beyond them.

As you step through the doorway into the hallway in Striding Edge you will find a handy cloak room in front of you, whilst to the right is the splendidly equipped and stylish family kitchen. Beyond this the dual aspect sitting room with glazed double doors opening out onto the private patio and of course those stunning views, whilst the corner log burner is ideal for cosy winter nights in. The three double bedrooms are characterised by the interesting curved walling, each has its own unique and breath-taking view. The primary bedroom enjoys an en-suite shower room, with the luxurious house bathroom being perfect for relaxing those aching limbs after a day spent on the fells. There are two allocated car parking spaces plus visitor space.

In such a beautiful and tranquil location it is understandable that the planning consent only allows for the occupation of the property to be as short term holiday letting accommodation. The newly converted property enjoys a ten year ICW warranty. 

Accommodation (with approximate dimensions)  

Porch Having a canopy porch with outside light.  

Entrance Hall A welcoming entrance, ideal for the storage of boots and coats.  

Cloakroom/Plant Room Housing the air source heat pump and hot water cylinder, and with a two in one combined wash hand basin and WC.  

Family Kitchen 16' 6" x 10' 9" (5.05m x 3.28m) Light and airy with magnificent views, and stylishly equipped with a range of wall and base units with complementary work surfaces incorporating a stainless steel sink and a half with drainer and mixer tap. Integrated appliances include an electric oven, 4 ring induction hob with extractor fan over, and a dishwasher. Benefitting from underfloor heating, stairs lead to the first floor and there is a useful understair storage cupboard. 

Living Room 20' 8" x 17' 8" (6.32m max x 5.41m max) A lovely bright dual aspect room with stunning fell views. Having a stylish Portway wood burning stove - perfect for gathering with friends and family, and glazed double doors leading to the patio. There is a TV recess and this room also benefits from underfloor heating.  

First Floor  

Landing Wonderfully light with fell views from the window, an additional Velux and a radiator.  

Bedroom 1 14' 4" x 10' 4" (4.37m max x 3.15m max) A bright double room with stunning fell views, a shelved display alcove, loft access point and a radiator.  

En Suite for Bedroom 1 Having a three piece suite comprising a shower, wash hand basin set above a vanity style cupboard, and a dual flush WC. With shaver point and a heated ladder style towel rail/radiator.  

Bedroom 2 13' 1" x 11' 8" (3.99m max x 3.56m max) A light and airy double room, having fell views and a radiator.  

Bedroom 3 10' 7" x 10' 7" (3.23m max x 3.23m max) Enjoying yet more fell views and with characterful exposed beam.  

Family Bathroom Having a three piece suite comprising a shaped bath with mixer tap and shower over, a wash hand basin set above a vanity unit, and a dual flush WC. Also benefitting from a Velux, a ladder style heated towel rail/ radiator, shaver point and an extractor fan.  

Outside  

Garden With garden to the front, ideal for sitting and admiring the magnificent views.  

Parking Having private off road parking provision for at least two cars.  

Tenure Freehold 

Services The property is connected to mains electricity with shared private drainage and water. The property has air source heat pump central heating and double glazing and is well insulated.
Broadband * Checked on 13th December 2022.  

Council Tax To be confirmed. 

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

Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh Ambleside Office.

 

Ideal Holiday Letting Opportunity In the opinion of Lakelovers ()

Situated in an amazing location, Striding Edge Cottage, could quickly and easily be brought to the holiday cottage letting market and would soon establish itself as a very successful and much sought after holiday let. We would anticipate that the property offers the opportunity to generate a gross rental income of £50-55,000 once priced and market correctly with the opportunity to grow this further based on a strong level of repeat bookings and good reviews. 

NOTE The dwellings hereby permitted shall only be occupied for the purposes of short-term holiday letting accommodation, and shall not be occupied by any one individual, family, or group for a period exceeding eight weeks in any three month period. The owner/occupier shall maintain an up-to-date register of the name of all occupiers of the residential accommodation and their home address and shall make this register available to the Local Planning Authority within 14 days of receipt of a written request.