Avalon is an exquisite residence in the heart of Lake District National Park and positioned centrally in Ambleside, one of the Park's honeypot towns, an essential visitor destination and a fantastic place to live and enjoy Lake Windermere and the Lakeland Fells. The property is a former bed and breakfast residence that has been completely renovated by the current owner and is now presented in near new condition having not traded since 2018. The final touches are just being completed to this turn-key town house which is now ready to trade as a boutique commercial residence or be enjoyed as a family home while letting out occasional rooms.

The accommodation is spread over five floors and includes 8 bedrooms. Five en-suite guest suites, including a two bed owner's residence, sitting room, dining room, large kitchen, laundry room and store room. With a forecourt to the front facing Rothay Park and parking for two vehicles to the rear. The owner has managed to achieve a perfect blend of old and new. The high end contemporary bathroom & bedroom fittings are complemented by luxurious wall and floor coverings and they mix seamlessly with period features such as the covings, architraves and skirtings that have been restored and replaced. Each room setting has been thoughtfully constructed to fill and showcase the high ceilings with occasional glimpses of exposed stone work and wonderful views of the village and striking Fells beyond.

The internal fittings of this splendid residence are as new, with the renovation only just completed, with most of the bedrooms and bathrooms seeing only minimal private usage since the install and the new owner will have the advantage of hosting guests in one of Ambleside's premier residences or simply enjoy this beautiful home with friends and family.

Ground Floor -

Vestibule - A place to hang coats and store umbrellas to dry after a day out exploring in the Lakes. Gives access to the hallway.

Hallway - Welcoming hallway providing access to the sitting room and dining room and to the stairs rising to the first floor. Day light floods in from the borrowed light of the glass framed doors and side panels to the vestibule.

Sitting Room - 4.58m x 4.28m (15'0" x 14'0") - Somewhere to sit and relax with a large bay window to the front elevation, high ceilings and period covings and architraves.

Dining Doom - 4.70m x 3.65m (15'5" x 11'11") - A beautiful room at the heart of which is an open fireplace housing a wood burner and with bespoke storage units and shelving into the alcoves. Plenty of room for large party dinning and open plan to the kitchen.

Kitchen - 7.30m x 3.05m (23'11" x 10'0") - A large newly fitted kitchen with an extensive range of high gloss units at base and wall level and with stone work surfaces over. There is space for casual dining and a breakfast bar. Integral appliances include double electric oven, a 5-ring gas hob and one and a half bowel sink and drainer. Day light floods in from two large windows to the side elevation and the rear parking can be accessed from a side door. From the kitchen you can access the utility.

Utility - 3.23m x 3.06m (10'7" x 10'0" ) - Space for a washing machine and dryer and large American style fridge freezer and plenty of room for the laundry. The recently installed boiler system is positioned in a separate plant room and there is lockable access to the first of the five suites.

Bedroom One - Located on the ground level and to the rear of the property, this is a perfect suite for letting out to guests with the minimum impact on the main residence. It can be accessed from the rear of the property with a lockable external door allowing guests to come and go as they please without the need to use the main residence. Plenty of space for a double bed and furniture.

Ensuite To Bed One - Comprising of three pieces, with a walk-in corner shower cubicle, stylish wash-hand basin on a vanity unit and WC.

First Floor - Climbing the wide staircase rising from the main hallway you arrive on the first floor. The balustrade has all been replaced or restored as have the deep skirtings and architraves. The landing provides access to the master suite and to an auxiliary bathroom, useful for early check in guests or those that have stayed just a little longer.

Master Suite - A stunning master bedroom suite with two walk in wardrobes and extensive hanging and dressing space plus a wonderful 4-piece bathroom.

Dressing Room Area - 4.11m x 1.73m (13'5" x 5'8") - Plenty of space for storing away shoes and other items and providing access to the bedroom and ensuite bathroom.

Bedroom Area - 5.56m x 3.87m (18'2" x 12'8") - To the front elevation there is a bay window with views over Rothay Park and the fells beyond. With wardrobe spaces and access to a large hidden walk-in dressing room.

Hidden Walk-In Wardrobe - Hidden in the wall of bedroom wardrobes the secret entrance takes you into a large dressing room with extensive robes and draws for hanging and storing away the biggest of wardrobe collections.

Ensuite To Master - tbc (tbc) - A large ensuite facility with four pieces comprising large walk in shower, bath, wall hung WC and attractive wash-hand basin sat on an oak plinth. Attractively tiled and with a plantation blind to the rearwards facing window.

Auxiliary Shower Room - 3.00m x 1.15m (9'10" x 3'9") - A useful addition to a working residence for those guests that arrive for an early check-in and those that stay just a little longer. With a walk-in shower, wall hung WC and a chrome wash-hand basin sat on a slate plinth.

Store Room / Bedroom - 2.97m x 1.84m (9'8" x 6'0") - A useful space for storing fresh laundry and ironing, accessed from behind the shower room via a lockable door.

Second Floor - The staircase rises from the first floor landing leading to the next two suites.

Bedroom Three - 4.16m x 3.80m (13'7" x 12'5") - This is a rearward facing suite with a show stopping bathroom. A big double bedroom by any standards there is plenty of space for furniture. The window overlooks the rear of the property.

Ensuite To Bed Three - Possibly the most beautiful bathroom in the property, it is accessed via descending steps from the bedroom and comprises of 4 pieces. There is a striking free standing bath, large walk-in shower, counter top wash-hand basin and WC. With exposed beams in the vaulted ceiling and glimpses of stone work on the elevations, this really is a show piece room.

Bedroom Four - Another impressive suite with lots of daylight flooding in from the dual windows overlooking the park and with views to the fells beyond. This is a large bedroom with lots of space for bedroom furniture and a place to sit and enjoy the passing village life.

Ensuite To Bed Four - Another beautiful suite with marble tiles on the elevations and a large walk-in shower, his and hers counter top wash-hand basins, and WC.

Third Floor - The stair case continues ascending to the third floor accessing Bedroom Five

Bedroom Five - The final guest suite sits on the the third floor in a room basked in light from the front and rear elevations and wonderful views of the village and hills. Plenty of room for a double bed and a place to sit.

Ensuite To Bed Five - The ensuite is open plan to the bedroom with a stylish copper counter top basin. a large walk in shower with rich coloured tiles and a separate WC.

Basement - Owners Accomodation - When the house is full of guests this is a perfect space for the owners to reside.

Hallway - 4.85m x 1.87m (15'10" x 6'1") - The accommodation is accessed via a descending staircase leading from the kitchen. There is lots of space for storage under the stairs area or in the deep walk in storage cupboard.

Bedroom Six - 5.53m x 4.21m (18'1" x 13'9") - A very large double room with light provided from the forecourt window to the front elevation.

Bedroom Seven - 3.92x 2.26m (12'10"x 7'4") - Large enough for a double bed and with natural light provided by the basement window to the rear elevation.

Bathroom - Owners Accomodation - 2.47m x 1.52m (8'1" x 4'11") - With a three piece suit comprising of bath, wash hand basin sat on a vanity unit and low level WC.

Outside -

Forecourt - To the front of Avalon is a forecourt with with light stone tiles that contrast with slate elevation of the this bay fronted townhouse. A place to sit and watch the hustle and bustle of Ambleside life passing you by.

Rear Parking - To the rear of Avalon is a space for parking two vehicles on a block paved driveway. Access for the the rear lettable suite.

Rates Applicable - Our seller informs us that Avalon is still registered as a commercial property, although it has not traded since 2018. At this time it was previously know as the Ryesdale Hotel and is listed with a rateable value of £10,000 (normally billed as £4,840) or exempt for small business tax relief. As the property has not been trading the current owner has been paying the council tax rating of F, with rates payable of £2,910.

Commercial Property - The property as a former hotel and potential future bed and breakfast does have a commercial rating. The seller has confirmed the building is not Vat opted but buyers are advised to consult with their solicitor before entering into a sales contract.