" Welcome to 2 Smallwood a modern, light and spacious two double bedroomed, ground floor apartment with private car parking in situated in the heart of the Lakeland village of Ambleside. The property comprises of a sitting room, open plan fitted kitchen with dining area, stylish bathroom and 2 double bedrooms one having an ensuite shower room . Local Occupancy conditions apply.
2 Smallwood is an attractive self contained apartment which has been thoughtfully designed, created in 2019 on the ground floor of what was once the distinctive Smallwood Hotel in the very heart of the beautiful Lakeland Village of Ambleside. The property has convenient access to local amenities with the benefit of a private, allocated car parking space at the rear of the property.
Entering 2 Smallwood from the heart of Ambleside you are welcomed into the living room which is flooded with natural light, the large window and high ceilings give the place a real sense of open space, the room offers a fantastic, versatile space to both relax and dine in.
The apartment includes a superb open plan modern fitted kitchen with integrated Neff appliances including induction hob, double oven, fridge freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. A stylish breakfast bar with solid wood worktop offers a gathering point for friends and family to catch up whilst you rustle up a culinary delight!
The hall has a useful storage cupboard with plumbing for a washing machine and gives access to two double bedrooms, one benefitting from its own ensuite shower room, and a stylish bathroom.
The elegantly designed bathroom has a bath with mirrored recess and rain shower over, rimless wall hung WC, and attractive vanity unit with wash hand basin. Heated towel rail, and underfloor heating to keep your towels and feet toasty in the winter months.
2 Smallwood is ideal whether you are starting out with your first home or looking to down size into something easily manageable with all which Ambleside has to offer being accessible virtually from the doorstep. Whilst the property must be occupied by someone with a local connection see below this does not prohibit investors from further afield acquiring the property and long term letting to those who meet the planning criteria.
Location Located close to the centre of Ambleside which offers an exceptional array of highly regarded restaurants, cafes, shops and traditional Lakeland inns, not to mention a surprising selection of cinema screens. You can hike any of the surrounding fells, amble down to the lake shore or wander alongside pretty waterfalls
Accommodation with approximate dimensions
Open Plan Living Dining Room and Kitchen 24 8" x 14 8" 7.52m x 4.47m
Bedroom One 15 5" x 12 11" 4.7m x 3.94m
Ensuite
Bedroom Two 14 11" x 14 0" 4.55m x 4.27m
Bathroom
Property Information
Tenure Leasehold. The property is understood to be leasehold for a term of 999 years with a nominal ground rent. Once all five of the apartments at Smallwood House have been sold a management company will be established with the owners of the individual apartments becoming the directors of that company. The service charge is £100 per month currently.
The property is subject to a local occupancy clause please contact the office for more information.
Services The property is connected to mains electricity, gas, water and drainage.
Broadband Superfast Broadband Available 80 Mbps Openreach.
Mobile EE Limited service, Three, O2 and Vodafone likely.
Council Tax Band Westmorland and Furness District Council Band C.
Energy Performance Certificate The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices.
Directions On entering the one way system in Ambleside from the direction of Windermere, ie from the south. Follow the one way system on to Compston Road and then take the turning on the right onto "The Slack" which is almost opposite Zeffirelli s Cinema. Take the first right onto Compston Street and Smallwood Apartments can be found on the right with the designated car parking.
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Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh.
Anti Money Laundering Regulations AML . 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 .
Disclaimer All permits to view and particulars are issued on the understanding that negotiations are conducted through the agency of Messrs. Hackney & Leigh Ltd. Properties for sale by private treaty are offered subject to contract. No responsibility can be accepted for any loss or expense incurred in viewing or in the event of a property being sold, let, or withdrawn. Please contact us to confirm availability prior to travel. These particulars have been prepared for the guidance of intending buyers. No guarantee of their accuracy is given, nor do they form part of a contract. *Broadband speeds estimated and checked by on 20 5 2025 ."
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