" Part of a first impression is often the front door, this one won t disappoint! The sweet, low, soft blue painted wooden front door opens directly into the spacious and sunny Living Room. Second impression is sure to be the exceptional, bespoke, central feature stair case! Impressive to say the least and although modern in design it sits perfectly. The Living Room is full depth and has a dual aspect with sash windows and wooden shutters to front and rear. The windows to the front are single glazed sash and the rear are double glazed sash . Recessed wood burning stove and engineered oak wide board flooring with cosy log burning stove. Built in half cupboards to 2 recesses. The attractive stairs lead down to the Dining Kitchen, again, a full depth room with slate flooring from local Burlington slate with underfloor heating. Off white base cabinets with luxurious slate work surface also from Burlington slate. Unique and ingenious stainless steel corner sink unit, space for cooker and fridge freezer. Integrated Bosch slimline dishwasher and washing machine. The Dining area is to the other half of this room with warming wood burning stove, built in larder type cupboard, window to the rear and external door.
The spacious Bathroom and Bedroom 1 are found on the First Floor. The Bathroom is well proportioned with attractive, neutral tiling and white suite comprising pedestal wash hand basin, WC and bath with shower over. Built in airing cupboard housing the gas central heating boiler. Bedroom 1 is a double room with front aspect and useful hanging recess with lower shelving. From the landing a unique refurbished 18th century staircase leads up to the Second Floor where Bedroom 2 can be found. Bedroom 2 is very spacious indeed, in fact, currently home to 2 double beds! 2 large Velux windows with solar powered, remote controlled blinds flood this room with natural light. Wonderful original floorboards and exposed beams.
Externally to the rear is a South East facing sunny patio style Garden. Accessed from the Dining Kitchen or externally this is an excellent space for entertaining or al fresco dining. The Patio Area provides ample space for outdoor furniture at the very least and certainly some pot plants. The Outhouse is a good size and currently used as storage, with power, light and Velux window. There is possibly the opportunity to develop if desired subject to relevant consents , an outdoor Office perhaps? Studio? Although not used very often as the current vendors prefer the convenience of the on street Parking, there is a private, gated Parking space to the rear.
Location Broughton in Furness is a charming market town with a rich history and a rural feel. The town has a picturesque Georgian market square and its obelisk is the focus of the town. The old railway to Coniston closed in 1958. The nearest Railway Station is in Foxfield is approx 1.4 miles away nd connects to the national rail network. Broughton in Furness is situated on the Duddon Estuary, making it an ideal base for visiting the Lake District and the coast. The town still has a Post Office, General Store, Butchers, Bakers, Caf and 2 Pubs, a Petrol Station, Vets and Doctors Surgery, various leisure opportunities and a Primary School including a Nursery.
Scenic walks can be found from the door step from local rambles around the grounds of Broughton Tower, to longer circular walks on the Duddon Mosses or to Little Stickle and more demanding countryside. Broughton in Furness is a perfect destination for anyone who loves history, nature, space, tranquility It remains an unspoilt Cumbrian Town.
To reach the property take the A595 from Greenodd and follow the road towards Broughton in Furness. Take the right turn after the left hand bend signposted Local Traffic and follow the lane into the village. Passing the Primary School on the brow of the hill and take the 3rd left in to Brade Street. Caroline s Cottage can be found shortly on the left.
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Accommodation with approximate measurements
Living Room 25 10" x 9 9" 7.87m x 2.97m
Lower Ground Floor
Dining Kitchen 24 3" x 9 10" max 7.39m x 3m max
First Floor
Bedroom 1 10 1" x 8 9" 3.09m x 2.68m
Bathroom
Second Floor
Bedroom 2 25 10" x 9 1" min 7.89m x 2.78m min
Outhouse 16 1" x 7 0" 4.9m x 2.13m
Services Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage. Gas central heating to radiators. Combi boiler. Underfloor heating to Kitchen.
Tenure Leasehold. Subject to a 999 year lease dated 15th May 1764. No upper chain
Council Tax Band B. Westmorland and Furness Council.
Note Furniture and contents may be available by separate negotiation apart from personal effects.
Service Charge and Ground Rent There is a Ground Rent of 10p annually although this has not been claimed for over 20 years.
No Service Charge works are done on an as and when basis by vendors.
Conservation Area This property is located within Broughton in Furness Conservation Area.
Material Information Please note the neighbouring property has a fire escape emergency exit into the rear yard. The neighbours also have a right of access to repair and maintain drains.
Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh.
Energy Performance Certificate The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices.
Rental Potential If you were to purchase this property for residential lettings we estimate it has the potential to achieve between £875 £900 pcm per calendar month. For further information and our terms and conditions please contact the Office.
Anti Money Laundering Check AML Please note that when an offer is accepted on a property, we must follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all buyers under the Anti Money Laundering Regulations AML . We use a specialist third party company to carry out these checks at a charge of £42.67 inc. VAT per individual or £36.19 incl. vat per individual, if more than one person is involved in the purchase provided all individuals pay in one transaction . The charge is non refundable, and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been completed. In the event the property is being purchased in the name of a company, the charge will be £120 incl. vat .
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