A superior 4 bedroom detached period country residence, occupying over half an acre of mature landscaped terraced gardens, with glorious views towards the Lakeland fells. This well presented property was built at the beginning of the 20th century, and the present owners have sympathetically renovated and extended the accommodation whilst retaining many of the original features, combining the earlier period with the accoutrements of modern living. A wonderful family which offers spacious living areas. The mature garden and quite glorious views complete the picture.

The accommodation briefly comprises: Arched entrance porch to hallway, lounge/dining room, sitting room, conservatory with glorious views, good sized fitted kitchen, utility room. First Floor 4 bedrooms (3 ensuite shower rooms plus separate house bathroom). Outside: Parking area to front with outbuilding currently utilised for storage, car port, 2 brick built outbuildings. Mature, rambling terraced garden which embraces lawns, herbaceous beds shrubs and mature trees, interspersed with sunny paved patio areas. There is a less formal area utilised for home produce with store and greenhouse, the whole bounded by a mature hedge.

An opportunity exists to negotiate separately a small adjacent paddock of approximately ½ acre.

LOCATION

The property is located 1 mile west of Keswick town centre. On leaving Keswick town centre, proceed on to High Hill and continue to the junction of the A66. Proceed on the A66 for about ½ a mile and on the right hand side of the road, and just beyond the turning for Portinscale village is the entrance to the access road leading to a small residential area. ‘Hillside’ is the first detached property on the right hand side of the lane.

AMENITIES

Portinscale village is within easy access and offers a village café/shop as well as choice of eating out venues. Derwentwater is within easy access and many pleasant walks are close to hand.

PARTICULARS

ARCHED ENTRANCE PORCH

Tiled floor. Entrance door with feature leaded glass inserts.

HALLWAY

Under stair storage cupboard. Arched display niche. Telephone point.

LOUNGE/DINING ROOM

24’5” x 14’0” (7.44m x 4.26m)

Feature Marble fireplace, having attractive timber surround and inset coal effect ‘Living Flame’ gas fire. Exposed beam and cornice to ceiling. Window to the front and 2 windows to the side elevation. Full length glazed patio door leading to stone paved terrace which enjoys outstanding views of the Skiddaw range.

STAIRS TO: Small landing

CLOAKROOM WC and wash basin.

SITTING ROOM

19’9” x 11’9” (6.02m x 3.58m)

Plate rack. Full length glazed sliding doors to:

CONSERVATORY

15’0” x 11’9” (4.57m x 3.58m)

Irregular shaped area. Roof blinds, door to side allowing access to the terrace and garden. Glorious views over the garden, across the valley towards the Lakeland fells.

KITCHEN

16’5” x 8’6” (5.00m x 2.59m)

Fully fitted units in light Oak, comprising work surface, tiled splash back to rear of units, 1.5 Asterite bowl sink with brass swan neck mixer taps and lever handles, cupboards and drawers with integral dishwasher, built in wine rack, AEG gas hob with decorative tiling to the rear and pan drawer below. Extractor canopy, matching eye level wall cupboards including glazed units and end display shelves, track spotlight to ceiling, ceramic tiled floor, window to side and rear. Door to terrace and garden. Further door to:

UTILITY ROOM

13’7” x 9’0” (4.14m x 2.74m)

Walls mostly tiled, work surface with 1.50 stainless steel sink with mixer tap. Base cupboards and drawers, matching eye level wall cupboards with end displays, further storage cupboards and shelving. Plumbing for washing machine. Electric ceramic hob with extractor hood over. Ceramic tiled floor, 2 windows to the front elevation.

STAIRCASE

A gently curving staircase with 2 quarter landings and under-eaves storage.

HALF LANDING

Leading to:

BEDROOM 1

14’7” x 12’6” (4.44m x 3.81m) Max

TV point, cornice to ceiling. Window to the front and side elevation. Ensuite Shower room: Fully tiled shower cabinet with ‘Mira 723’ shower, wash hand basin, mirror, strip light and shaver point over, WC, extractor fan.

BEDROOM 2

14’7” x 12’9” (4.44m x 3.88m)

TV point, cornice to ceiling, window to the side and rear elevation enjoying outstanding views over the garden and valley towards Skiddaw, Blencathra and Latrigg. Ensuite Shower room: Fully tiled shower cabinet with chrome shower, wash hand basin, mirror, strip light and shaver point over, WC, extractor fan.

MAIN LANDING

Range of built in under eaves cupboards. Access to roof void.

BEDROOM 3

13’6” x 10’3” (4.11m x 3.12m)

Currently utilised as an office. Built in single wardrobe with shelving to one side and extending drawer unit, TV point. Same views as bedroom 2. Ensuite shower and wash basin.

SEPARATE HOUSE BATHROOM

Fully tiled with panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash basin, WC and bidet. Shelving unit and built in linen cupboard.

BEDROOM 4

15’10” x 15’0” (4.82m x 4.57m) max

Range of under eaves storage cupboards and drawers, further built in furniture to the rear elevation. TV point. Dual aspect windows encompassing stunning views over the garden and valley towards the Skiddaw rang, Latrigg and the Blencathra.

Ensuite Shower room: Fully tiled shower cabinet with ‘Mira Zest’ shower, vanity wash basin with mixer tap, WC, mirror and shaver point

OUTSIDE

Tar macadam parking area to the front of the property leading to:

CAR PORT

With pedestrian gate affording access to the garden.

FORMER GARAGE

Currently utilised for storage, fitted shelves, Gas central heating boiler, up and over door, light and power installed.

OUTBUILDINGS

2 Brick built outhouses.

GARDEN

The main terrace is located to the rear of the property and leads down to a delightful, mature terraced garden, linked by pathways with pergolas, and shallow stone steps. The whole garden which is over ½ acre is laid to lawns and planted generously with herbaceous plants, shrubs, trees, clambering roses and clematis. This wonderful garden embraces the rockery and sunny patios as well as the less formal areas which include a home produce area with brick built store and greenhouse. The whole is bounded by mature hedging.

INSPECTION

Strictly by appointment with the agent to whom all offers should be made.

PHOTOGRAPHS

Please note that the photographs contained within these particulars are to assist the purchaser, and do not indicate that the contents of the property are included in the sale.

SERVICES

All main services connected. Gas central heating. Telephone line connected.

COUNCIL BAND ‘F’

Payable 2008/09 - £2152

MEASUREMENTS

All measurements are approximate.

Please note that this property is jointly marketed with Penrith Farmer & Kidd of 10 St John’s Street, Keswick. Telephone: 017687 74546