1 Park Gate Cottages, Park Gate, Coniston, LA21 8AT

A superbly well presented and well proportioned two bedroom traditional Lakeland cottage. Built around 1850 as the gatekeeper's cottage for the old copper mine rail line, Number 1 was originally the end property of three and is now a semi detached property. Currently a well established and highly popular commercial holiday letting property. The accommodation comprises a beautiful open plan kitchen and lounge which is full of original character pieces, including exposed beams. To the first floor there is the main bedroom and house bathroom, and to the second floor there is a spacious twin room with a vaulted ceiling.

The property is currently a successful 4 star holiday letting property which is let with Travel Chapter and generates an annual income of approximately £28,000. The property is being sold with all forward bookings and the majority of contents, with the exception of a few personal items.

Positioned on the edge of the famous Lakeland village of Coniston, close to the old train tracks which are still present and are used as a footpath to the village, which is approximately a 10 to 15 minute level walk away. Providing easy access to all the village amenities, with fell and lake walks from the doorstep. Vibrant Coniston has a good range of shops, services, and both primary and secondary schooling, and has been a previous winner of Village of the Year.

Accommodation
Front door leading into;

Open Plan Living/Kitchen/Diner
Superb dual aspect characterful room with a window seat and rear stable door. Open fire with stone surround and slate hearth. Two alcove cupboards, housing the gas meter. The kitchen area is beautifully presented with oak style units and worktop, and a double stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap. Appliances include a four ring gas hob, electric Bosch oven, and wall mounted Worcester boiler. Integrated appliances include a fridge, dishwasher, and washing machine. Part tiled walls and slate tiled floor. TV point and under stair storage cupboard. Enclosed staircase with telephone point at the bottom of the stairs.

First Floor
Landing with oak beam leading to;

Bedroom One
A lovely light, airy and spacious dual aspect double room with exposed beams and views over the garden towards Grizedale and the surrounding countryside.

Bathroom
Well presented four piece white suite comprising a corner bath, separate corner shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, and WC. Fully wall and floor tiled. Extractor, heated towel rail, and electric light and shaver point.

Second Floor 

Bedroom Two
Spacious dual aspect twin room with a vaulted ceiling and exposed beams. Two Velux windows and garden views.

Outside
The property benefits from parking to the rear for one or two vehicles. To the front of the property there is a small patio area over which the neighbouring property has a pedestrian right of way. There is also a small elevated lawned area which has attractive country views.

Services
All Mains services. Gas central heating.  

Tenure
Freehold.

Rateable Value
£2,800 actual amount payable £1,212.40.   

Situation
1 Park Gate Cottage is set in a convenient location approximately half a mile south of Coniston village on the west side of Coniston Water. Only a short walk to all village amenities, including a wide variety of cafes, public houses, and shops. Coniston is famous for its connection to Arthur Ransome’s Swallows and Amazons and Donald Campbell’s world speed record attempts. Benefiting from endless fell and country walks and within close proximity to the lake.

Directions
Proceed south of Coniston passing The Ship public house, continue along the straight and take the first right up a single track lane for approximately 100 yards and the property is the first on the left with parking to the rear and small elevated patio to the front.  

Broadband 
For information on broadband and mobile services at the property, we advise prospective purchasers to consult the Ofcom website: checker.ofcom.org.uk

Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML) 
Due to the Money Laundering Regulations, now officially known as Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017 we are required to follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all purchasers. We use a specialist third party company to conduct these checks at a charge of £48 inclusive of VAT per buyer once an offer has been accepted and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been carried out. This charge is non-refundable.