3 The Brow, Skelwith Fold, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0HU

Location Leave Ambleside on the A593 signposted towards Coniston until you reach the Skelwith Bridge Hotel and Chesters by the River on your right, proceed over the bridge and bear left up the country lane signposted Skelwith Fold. Continue up this lane bearing right and then right again at the junction signposted Coniston. Coming almost back on yourself, The Brow can be found on your left as you continue down. Alternatively, Skelwith Fold can be approached direct off the A593 up the hill from Skelwith Bridge, or via Bog Lane in Clappersgate after passing Brathay Hall. 

What3Words //maker.dish.cyber 

Description Beautifully located in the heart of the English Lake District, this 2 bedroom barn conversion occupies a spectacular position with far reaching unspoilt views. Now in need of internal modernisation, improvement and possible extension this is a dream location on which to invest for the future.

This fine barn conversion was originally converted in the 1930's and has now been in the same family for over 60years. The Brow consists of 4 properties (the other three in the same ownership) with No 3 being semi detached being the end property and possessing fabulous views from this elevated location; these views look over open fields to the River Brathay and taking in a wide expanse of the Lakeland fells and mountains including Wansfell, Loughrigg, Ill Bell, Seat Sandal and Red Screes in the distance to mention a few. You can step out of the door and stroll down to Skelwith Bridge or over to the Drunken Duck (a highly regarded Lakeland Inn and restaurant for those not in the know) or up onto the fells of Loughrigg, the Langdales, or to the shores of Elterwater.

The location is therefore first class and the updating to the accommodation can be further enhanced by an extension on the gable wall , subject to permissions. The house is double glazed with electric storage heating. 

Accommodation (with approximate dimensions)  

Entrance Hall  

Kitchen 10' 10" x 8' 10" (3.3m x 2.69m) Old range fireplace, fitted wall cupboards and sink unit. Deep walk-in cupboard under staircase. 

Sitting Room 13' 2" x 12' 10" max (4.01m x 3.91m) Fireplace inset with gas (propane) fire, fitted shelves and double glazed window having the views! 

Front Entrance Hall Staircase to 

First Floor  

Double Bedroom 1 16' 3" max x 12' 0" (4.95m x 3.66m) Excellent views from the upvc double glazed window over open fields and woodland to the mountains. 

Double Bedroom 2 9' 11" x 8' 10" (3.02m x 2.69m)  

Bathroom  

Separate WC  

Outside Lean to stores, semi detached timber garage (19'8" x 9'8") plus parking immediately across the drive. The grounds are small but delightful with mature shrubs, lawn and paved terrace from where to sit and admire those unspoilt views. 

Property Information  

Services Mains electricity, drainage to a private septic tank (shared with 1,2 and 4)
Private water supply being shared similarly.

We believe that the shared drainage installation may not be fully compliant with current legislation which has been upgraded in recent years. An estimate has been obtained to supply and fit a new sewerage treatment plant in the order of £19-20,000 for which No3 will be liable for 25% of the cost.

Note * Checked on 3rd July, 2023  

Tenure Freehold. 

Council Tax Westmorland and Furness District Council - Band E 

Energy Performance Certifcate 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.