Floorplan
Map2 bedroom cottage for sale
Key information
Features and description
- Two bedroom cottage
- Leasehold
- Council Tax: Band D
- Courtyard seating area
- Communal grounds
- EPC rating E
This charming cottage forms part of the prestigious original Victorian mansion now known as Oakfield House. Set in a rural location just under 2 miles from Keswick, Grooms Cottage sits in beautifully maintained and extensive communal gardens offering panoramic views of the fells. It has the benefit of being on a local bus route
Having many original features, the cottage has been sympathetically modernised and immaculately decorated throughout to provide a comfortable living space. Light and deceptively spacious, it has 3 different levels, with exposed stonework in many of the rooms, arched doorway and spiral staircase into the kitchen which leads into the courtyard. The lounge features a wood burning stove surrounded by the original inset sandstone fireplace.
The cottage has full use of the wonderful surrounding communal gardens, with panoramic views, plenty of space for alfresco dining, together with a designated barbecue area. There is an abundance of colour with lawns and mature borders, which are beautifully maintained and also a lovely pond within the grounds. The property benefits from a recently re slated roof, and a new electric heating storage system with option of remote operation. An ideal primary or second home or suitable for the rental market.
EPC Rating: E
Rooms
Entrance Porch 1.30m x 1.39m (4ft 3in x 4ft 6in)
Fitted with shelving and log storage.
Hallway 2.27m x 1.97m (7ft 5in x 6ft 5in)
Stairs to first and spiral staircase to lower floor, door to shower room.
Shower Room 0.79m x 1.77m (2ft 7in x 5ft 9in)
Shower cubicle with mains shower, wash hand basin, WC, fitted understairs storage and a heated towel rail.
Living Room 4.89m x 3.06m (16ft x 10ft)
Dual aspect, feature sandstone fireplace with woodburning stove and new electric storage heating system.
Lower Floor 2m x 2.52m (6ft 6in x 8ft 3in)
Spiral stairs lead down to the lower floor with fitted cupboard housing the water tank, windows to side aspect, exposed brick wall and a new electric storage heater. Door to kitchen/dining area.
Kitchen/Diner 5.21m x 3.03m (17ft 1in x 9ft 11in)
Windows to side aspect and door into courtyard, a range of matching wall and base units, complementary work surfacing, tiled splashback, ceramic sink and stainless steel mixer tap, oven, electric hob with extractor over, space for washing machine, integrated dishwasher, space for fridge and a microwave. New electric storage heater.
First Floor Landing 3.85m x 0.89m (12ft 7in x 2ft 11in)
Windows to front and side aspect, exposed beam and fitted cupboards.
Bedroom 1 3.59m x 3.35m (11ft 9in x 10ft 11in)
Dual aspect, fitted cupboard, fitted wardrobe and wall mounted electric panel radiator with timer. Door to ensuite bathroom.
Ensuite Bathroom 1.48m x 2.21m (4ft 10in x 7ft 3in)
With wash hand basin, illuminated mirror with shaver socket, WC, bath with central mixer taps/shower attachment and a heated towel rail. Partly tiled walls, tiled flooring and extractor fan.
Bedroom 2 2.25m x 2.29m (7ft 4in x 7ft 6in)
Window to side aspect, fitted walk in make-up/vanity area and wall mounted electric panel radiator with timer.
Services
Mains electricity and water; Septic tank; New electric storage heating system. Hyperfast broadband installed. Please note: measurements are approximate so may reflect the maximum dimensions and the mention of any appliances/services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full and efficient working order.
Septic Tank
We have been informed that the property has a septic tank. As with all properties with a septic tank, we would advise any prospective purchaser to check it complies with current standards and rules introduced on 1st January 2020.
Tenure
The property is leasehold with the lease being granted in January 1995 for a period of 999 years. The fixed annual maintenance charge from Oakfield House Management is £1700.25 (2025/6) per year, which covers;- property, gardens and general maintenance, window cleaning, septic tank and insurance. Further supplements are paid as and when work requires to be carried out (e.g. 5 yearly external painting programme) and this is discussed through the management committee.
Referrals and Other Payments
PFK work with preferred providers for certain services necessary for a house sale or purchase. Our providers price their products competitively, however you are under no obligation to use their services and may wish to compare them against other providers. Should you choose to utilise them PFK will receive a referral fee : Napthens LLP, Bendles LLP, Scott Duff & Co, Knights PLC, Newtons Ltd - completion of sale or purchase - £120 to £210 per transaction; Emma Harrison Financial Services – arrangement of mortgage & other products/insurances - average referral fee earned in 2024 was £221.00; M & G EPCs Ltd - EPC/Floorplan Referrals - EPC & Floorplan £35.00, EPC only £24.00, Floorplan only £6.00. All figures quoted are inclusive of VAT.
Directions
From PFK office, head out of Keswick via High Hill, turning right at the church opposite the petrol station into Crosthwaite Road and continue to the Crosthwaite roundabout on the A66. Take 2nd exit signposted A591 Carlisle. Continue on the A591 for approximately 1 ½ miles. Immediately after the new build houses on the right called ‘The View’ turn right into the long driveway of Oakfield House. Continue up the tarmac driveway and at the top of the drive, with the house in front of you, turn immediately right and signposted Grooms Cottage, Cedar Cottage and Garth Cottage. Follow the gravelled road to the car parking area at the rear side of Oakfield House, parking in front of Grooms Cottage
Garden
There is an extensive communal ground areas from where to enjoy the breathtaking Lakeland views, offering an abundance of colour with rhododendrons, mature borders and woodland. There are expansive lawned areas, patio seating areas and a landscaped pond. There is also a communal log store, bike store and shared additional storage.
Parking - Allocated parking
The property benefits from two parking spaces and additional visitors parking.
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