Matterdale End, Penrith, CA11 0LF

Property Description

Welcome To The Real Lake District.

The landscape is unspoilt, raw, rugged, authentic and real and this charismatic home is almost like stepping back into a bygone era. QUOTE AP0121

Imagine living in the footsteps of generations who have called this property home. There is a plethora of Lakeland history in this gorgeous Grade II listed Cumbrian longhouse which is filled with an abundance of character and charm.

A gorgeous house in an awe-inspiring location!

Tucked away discreetly from the tourist honeypots - yes - there are still little pockets of Lakeland where you genuinely can escape the crowds.

Think Herdwick sheep, dry stone walls, four-seasons-in-one-day, daffodils, Wordsworth, fells, 'dubs', lakes and mountains...

Crows Nest is unique and individual and is believed to date back to the early 17th century. 

Occupying an enviable position on an elevated site. If you're looking for clean straight modern lines then this isn't the right place for you, if you're looking for character and charm, you're in luck.

The property does have a chocolate box charm to it and this is evident as soon as you arrive. 

An enticing front door opens into the heart of this delightful home – the kitchen dining space. 

This is where all the action happens and imagine regaling the tales of the day in this farmhouse kitchen with the stove in the background. 

From this room, you enter a very inviting main living space which features a heartwarming Charnwood stove set in an inglenook fireplace 
which should help keep the Cumbrian winter at bay.

A pretty window with a delightful window seat to the front elevation allows you to take in the natural surroundings and wildlife. 

This room also features a spice cupboard and a 17th Century Court cupboard adding further depth to the history of the house.

From this room, you enter a cosy snug or second reception room. This could also be suited as a work-from-home office-type room or just an escape from the world room with a book. This room also features a second charming Court cupboard.

The ground floor also features a fabulous utility space.

The engine room of the house - and great for all your outdoor equipment, jackets, boots and wellies. 

Located in the kitchen and utility, it is believed that the original sconces remain in situ. 

The two exceptional Court cupboards, one in the living room and one located within the snug are believed to date from 1621 and 1702 respectively.

There is also a downstairs cloakroom/WC

On the first floor, there are three bedrooms with the main bedroom featuring an ensuite shower room. It's hard to find a straight wall anywhere in this house and that further adds to the appeal.

The third bedroom to the right of the property as you look at it has direct access to the garden and could be utilised almost as a little Annexe room.

This room would have been the original stable. It could potentially work for multi-generational family living. 

Finishing, the first-floor accommodation is the beautifully appointed bathroom fitted with a four-piece suite, featuring a roll-top bath.

Outside the property has a particularly attractive front garden enclosed with a dry stone wall. 

As you look at the property to the side there is an area ideal for parking.

This leads to the side/rear garden.

On an elevated site, the garden rises, dramatically to a pinnacle where you can imagine sitting out during the spring and summer months, enjoying the stunning natural surroundings.

There's also a wood/outdoor store.

Tenure - Freehold

Council Tax Band - E

EPC - F

LOCATION...

The location is spectacular!

Around a couple of miles as the 'crow flies' you can be at High Cascades waterfalls or renowned Aira Force (a little further downstream) or you could be taking it all in watching the steamers on Lake Ullswater. You know you're in good company as Another Place Hotel is situated not far from the house.

So we know where the location is amazing, but what about those everyday amenties?

Well, the good news is the property is brilliantly situated, roughly in between both Keswick and Penrith.

If you don't want just an online delivery of shopping, then Keswick and Penrith are both well stocked with a superb range of independent local shops, pubs, bars, and eateries.

In Penrith, you have Cranston's Cumbrian Foodhall, Booths, M&S food hall, Sainsbury's and The North Lakes Hotel, which features a gym and swimming pool. London can be reached simply and easily via the West Coast mainline. 

Nearby Keswick is a delight. You are spoilt for choice with its cafe culture, stunning Theatre by the Lake, independent cinema, cosy pubs, great places to eat, beautiful parks, mountain shops galore and plenty of places to stock up on groceries including Booths. 

If you're moving here with family, there are plenty of options for both primary and secondary schools. Many of the nearby villages have excellent primary schools and usually benefit from small class sizes in gorgeous locations.

At secondary school level, you have nearby Queen Elizabeth Grammar School in Penrith, (OFSTED - Good), Ullswater Community College (OFSTED - Good) and in the other direction you have Keswick School, (OFSTED - Outstanding).

Mains electricity, water and septic tank drainage. Oil-fired central heating (new boiler installed approx. 5 years ago) with bottled gas used for the Rangemaster hob.

Please note the septic tank is shared with another property with a maintenance charge payable of £20 per annum.

DIRECTIONS...

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From Penrith take the A66 west towards Keswick. Take the exit signposted Dockray and at Troutbeck, take the turn left towards Ullswater and continue for approx. 3 miles. On reaching Matterdale End, take the first right onto a lane and follow the road taking the sharp right bend and the property is the second property on the left after the bend.

PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME OF THE IMAGES ARE OF NEARBY ATTRACTIONS AND NOT VISABLE FROM THE HOUSE.

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