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1 The Cottages, Backbarrow, LA12 8QA

PROPERTY TYPE

End of Terrace

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • 2 Bedroomed end terraced cottage
  • Large living room and 1 bathroom
  • Popular location
  • No chain
  • Access to South Lakeland & Furness
  • Good decorative order
  • Suitable for either a permanent home, 2nd home or holiday let
  • Off road private parking
  • Superfast fibre broadband available

Description

Description: An engaging mid 19th Century 2 bedroom End Terrace Cottage over 3 floors, situated in a sunny position with some lovely views and tastefully modernised by the current owners. In this popular hamlet near to the Whitewater Hotel with all its amenities and near to the Lakeland and Haverthwaite steam railway. The property would be an ideal holiday let, second home or main residence.  

Location: Backbarrow is a popular village within the Lake District National Park approximately 1 mile from Newby Bridge and 2 miles from Windermere Lake. From Newby Bridge take the A590 towards Ulverston and take the turning for the 'Whitewater Hotel' on the right, proceed over the river bridge and turn right into Finsthwaite Lane. No.1 The Cottages is a few hundred yards along on the right. 

Property Overview: This tastefully modernised 2 bedroomed end terrace cottage is over 3 floors. Dating back to around the mid 19th century, the accommodation is well presented and comprises of Entrance Porch, Lounge with wood burning stove with slate hearth and night store heater. Well fitted kitchen with built in wall and base units, Franke sink unit and electric cooker with cooker hood. The Kitchen also benefits from underfloor heating. Enclosed yard area with store cupboard and access to the rear.

Moving up to the first floor is Bedroom 2 with under stairs store cupboard and the main bathroom having a 3 piece white suite with Mira electric shower over bath, heated towel rail and linen cupboard. Finally, the second floor welcomes you to Bedroom 1 with dual aspect, store cupboard and pleasant views of woodland and Haverthwaite railway with the steam trains passing by the property. 

Accommodation: (with approximate measurements)  

Entrance Porch  

Lounge 20' 2" x 12' 0" (6.15m x 3.66m)  

Kitchen 8' 11" x 8' 4" (2.72m x 2.54m)  

Covered Yard 9' 6" x 6' 5" (2.9m x 1.96m)  

First Floor:  

Bedroom 2 13' 1" max x 10' 1" max (3.99m x 3.07m)  

Bathroom  

Second Floor:  

Bedroom 1 20' 3" max x 11' 11" max (6.17m x 3.63m)  

Property Information:  

Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage. uPVC double glazing throughout. Underfloor heating in kitchen. 

Tenure: Freehold. Vacant possession upon completion.  

Council Tax: Westmorland and Furness Council - Band C. 

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh Windermere Sales Office.  

Energy Performance Certificate: The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices.  

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Notes: *Checked on 16th May 2024 - not verified.  

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Band: C
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1 The Cottages, Backbarrow, LA12 8QA

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  • Grange-over-Sands Station5.7 miles
  • Ulverston Station6.3 miles
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About Hackney & Leigh, Windermere

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Hackney & Leigh have been specialising in property throughout the region since 1982. Our attention to detail, from our Floorplans to our new Property Walkthrough videos, coupled with our honesty and integrity is what's made the difference for over 30 years.

We have over 50 of the region's most experienced and qualified property experts. Our friendly and helpful office team are backed up by a whole host of dedicated professionals, ranging from our valuers, viewing team to inventory clerks, chartered surveyors to conveyancers, and of course, the all important professional photographer.

Our 9 local offices from Penrith to Carnforth and extensive knowledge of the area gives us an unrivalled ability to assist in a wide range of property related matters, with the largest coverage of any local agent.

We know there is so much more to selling or letting your property than simply putting up a 'For Sale' or 'To Let' board.

We also know you will need more help and support than you might first think.

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Caring about you and your property.

Hackney & Leigh have been specialising in property throughout the region since 1982. Our attention to detail, from our Floorplans to our new Property Walkthrough videos, coupled with our honesty and integrity is what's made the difference for over 30 years.

We have over 50 of the region's most experienced and qualified property experts. Our friendly and helpful office team are backed up by a whole host of dedicated professionals, ranging from our valuers, viewing team to inventory clerks, chartered surveyors to conveyancers, and of course, the all important professional photographer.

Our 9 local offices from Penrith to Carnforth and extensive knowledge of the area gives us an unrivalled ability to assist in a wide range of property related matters, with the largest coverage of any local agent.

We know there is so much more to selling or letting your property than simply putting up a 'For Sale' or 'To Let' board.

We also know you will need more help and support than you might first think.

We are here for you,

Caring about you and your property.

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