7 Meadowcroft House, Storrs Park, Bowness-On-Windermere, LA23 3JG

Opportunity arises to purchase 7 Meadowcroft, a two bedroom generously proportioned apartment. Built in the 1900’s, this former Gentleman’s residence is Just a stone’s throw from Lake Windermere, set in approx. 3.5 acres of fabulous, shared grounds, including a tennis court, this second-floor apartment is offers both modern comfort and timeless character and is in good condition benefitting from gas central heating, telephone entry system double glazing and 2 private parking spaces and views of Lake Windermere. Accommodation briefly Comprises of entrance hall having a handy built in cupboard, living room overlooking the communal gardens and having views to Lake Windermere and the Lakeland fells, kitchen also having views to Lake Windermere and the Lakeland Fells. 2 double bedrooms, one ensuite and bath room Outside are the well maintained communal gardens, shared tennis court, bandstand which is currently used for storage of bikes etc This property is an ideal home, additional residence or indeed holiday let.

Meadowcroft House overlooks Windermere, England’s largest lake, over 10 miles in length and is located within the highly regarded area of Storrs Park situated on the Newby Bridge Road approximately a mile from Bowness village and only a short walk from the popular Windermere Marina and Ferry Nab where boat launching facilities are available. Steeped in history this former gentleman’s residence has also been the home of the Windermere Zoological Society, a private zoo, a theatre, Bowness On Windermere’s first cinema, a private school to name but a few!

Accommodation

Communal door with telephone access leads into communal hallway and stairs lead up to second floor.

Private door leads into the apartment.

Hallway

A spacious area which gives access to all rooms, currently used as a snug with a radiator loft access and a large Velux window.

Lounge/diner.

A spacious room with the sitting room to one end, with dual aspect looking over both the front and rear of the development. There are two radiators and coving to the ceiling.  To the other end of the room is a comfortable dining area, large enough area to accommodate a family size dining table. A further low window offers views over towards Lake Windermere.

Kitchen

A light and bright kitchen with modern fitted wall and base units in cream complemented with a wood effect laminate work top’s A stainless steel sink and drainer with a mixer tap with a window above with views looking over towards Claife Heights. Intergal appliances include a dishwasher, Fridge Freezer, wine cooler, electric hob, oven and grill with extractor fan over. There is space and plumbing for a freestanding washer/drier. To one side is a breakfast bar and stools, additional large storage cupboards and a ladder style radiator. Tile effect flooring and partially tiled walls.

Master bedroom  

Large double room, with a window overlooking Clife Heights and Lake Windermere. There is a large double wardrobe with hanging rail and shelving. Two radiators and coving to the ceiling.

Ensuite Shower Room

Modern walk-in shower with a glass screen, WC and hand basin. Fully tiles walls and floor, ladder style radiator. Window with fitted storage cupboards under.

Bedroom 2

A double bedroom, currently used as a twin, with a window overlooking the rear of the property. There is a double built in wardrobe with hanging rail and storage above. Coving to the ceiling and a radiator.

A door leads through to a modern ensuite bathroom, with a three-piece white suit, with shower over bath, WC and hand basin with illuminated mirror above. Fully tiled walls and floor, spotlights and a ladder style radiator

Outside

Large, well maintained communal gardens and a shared tennis court. There is also a bandstand which is currently used for storage of bikes etc, and even shared small putting green. The flat has 1 allocated parking space, with extra visitors parking available.

Services

Mains gas, water and electricity. Gas fired central heating to radiators.

Council Tax

Westmorland and Furness Council - Band E.

Tenure

Long leasehold for the residue of a 999 year lease commencing 1991. A Management Company is in place made up of the owners of the apartments for which an annual service charge is levied to cover maintenance and upkeep of communal grounds and areas, building insurance, gardening, external repairs and decorating and window cleaning. The freehold of the property is vested within the Management Company. The charge for the year 2024/25 was in the order of £1,100 per quarter.  

Directions

From Bowness proceed south on the A592 towards Newby Bridge. Upon passing the entrance to Windermere Marina Village on the right, Meadowcroft can be found approximately half a mile along on the left hand side.