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" 1 Beck Steps is a unique 18th Century, Grade 2 listed former Quarryman s Cottage with 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, a perfect family home full of Lakeland character. Set in the charming, sought after village of Elterwater with it s village cafe, local pub and a variety of Lakeland fell walks from your doorstep, what s not to love?!

A charming Grade II Listed four bedroomed family home located in the heart of Elterwater. A beautiful front door opens to the lounge, from the moment you enter the Lakeland features of this property are clear to see; the hanging hooks thought to be once used by the local butcher, the original beams to the ceilings, the picture perfect sash windows, the recessed shelving and the most recent addition of the multifuel stove on a slate hearth making this room truly cosy and traditional .

The dining room again oozes charm, its original features being showcased, with the fantastic addition of an open fire making it perfect for winter evenings. The kitchen has been upgraded in the last few years, and whilst modern, is still in keeping with the cottage and has ample storage space. Featuring a Bosch 4 ring hob, oven, microwave and extractor fan, perfect for making every day living a breeze. Also on this level is the house bathroom comprising a panelled bath with shower over and a pedestal wash basin and a separate wc.

Through the kitchen you enter the integral mezzanine garage currently used as a utility store with plumbing for a washing machine dryer with ample space. There is also a coal store. Through the garage you enter the annex, a former barn, now transformed into a fantastic home office bedroom with 3 piece shower room ideal for guests or indeed an elderly relative or teenager, offering independent living if so desired.

Stairs from the lounge lead to the first floor landing with a bespoke curved built in bookshelf and the three bedrooms. Each bedroom is wonderfully light, with bedroom one and two offering splendid fell views. In addition there is loft access, boarded and insulated offering ample storage a hidden bonus.

Outside the property enjoys a garden area with lovely views,perfect for relaxing on a summers evening with a glass of something cool in a serene setting, and having a timber wood store, perfect for keeping your logs dry for the winter evenings to come.

Accommodation with approximate dimensions

Lounge 14 1" x 11 7" 4.29m x 3.53m

Dining Room 11 x 8 7" 3.35m x 2.62m

Kitchen 9 x 8 6" 2.74m x 2.59m

Bathroom

Garage 12 10" x 11 3.91m x 3.35m

Annex 20 x 12 7" 6.1m x 3.84m Plus en suite

Stairs to First Floor

Bedroom 1 14 1" x 10 4.29m x 3.05m

Bedroom 2 12 2" x 10 1" 3.71m x 3.07m

Bedroom 3 7 8" x 6 10" 2.34m x 2.08m

Attic Space 20 9" x 14 8" 6.32m x 4.47m

Property Information

Tenure Freehold. Vacant possession upon completion.

Council Tax Westmorland and Furness Council Band C.

Services Mains electricity, water and drainage.

Broadband Superfast broadband available.

Mobile Services EE and Three

Energy Performance Certificate This property is exempt from requiring an EPC as it is a listed building.

Directions Take the A593 from Ambleside to Skelwith Bridge, then take the B543 to Langdale and follow signs for Elterwater. Beck Steps sits besides Langdale Beck just after it has passed over the beautiful stone bridge in Elterwater.

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Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh Ambleside Office.

Anit Money Laundering Please note that when an offer is accepted on a property, we must follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all buyers under the Anti Money Laundering Regulations AML . We use a specialist third party company to carry out these checks at a charge of £42.67 inc. VAT per individual or £36.19 incl. vat per individual, if more than one person is involved in the purchase provided all individuals pay in one transaction . The charge is non refundable, and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been completed. In the event the property is being purchased in the name of a company, the charge will be £120 incl. vat .

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