Flat 23 The Lakelands, Lower Gale Ambleside LA22 0BD

This sale represents an excellent opportunity to acquire this superb one bedroom apartment within the complex. Delightfully presented to a 4 star standard, this spacious and attractive contemporary apartment is a highly successful holiday letting property. Currently generating a superb gross income of around £40,000 p.a and is being sold with all forward bookings and contents. The managing agents would be happy to continue to manage the property for any new buyer.

Commanding spectacular panoramic views over the town towards Loughrigg and Fairfield. The apartment benefits from both private and communal entrances, lift access and designated private parking. The property would ideally suit someone looking for a weekend retreat or investment property.

One of seventeen apartments within the highly popular The Lakelands development which was constructed in the late 1980’s. The Lakelands development occupies a stunning and enviable position elevated above this highly popular Lakeland town with endless walks from the doorstep. Conveniently positioned only a few minutes walk away from the centre of the village where there is a large variety of amenities including shops, restaurants, post office etc.

Accommodation
Lower ground floor communal entrance. Communal hallway leading to a private front door, opening into a wide hallway with an electric wall heater and a useful storage cupboard.

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Living/Kitchen/Diner
A superb, light and airy open plan room presented to a high specification. The kitchen area features a comprehensive range of wall and base units with grey silestone worktops, upstands and splash back, complemented by a stylish breakfast bar. There is a 1.5 stainless steel sink with mixer tap. Appliances include a four-ring induction hob, extractor fan, electric oven and combi-oven with integrated microwave, integrated fridge, dishwasher, and washer/dryer. Tiled flooring. Concealed cylinder with pressurised hot water system.

The room enjoys fantastic west facing views towards Todd Crag, Black Fell, Wetherlam and the Fairfield Horseshoe, with double sliding patio doors, a TV point, and twin electric wall heaters.

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Bedroom
A well-presented, light and airy, spacious double bedroom with a striking floor-to-ceiling picture window, offering spectacular views over the private terrace, Todd Crag, the Fairfield Horseshoe and Black Fell. Electric wall heater.

En Suite
A superb white suite comprising a double shower cubicle with both a main head and handheld shower attachment, bath, wash hand basin and under sink storage, and WC. Fully tiled floors and walls. Heated towel rail, illuminated mirror, and extractor fan.

House Shower Room
A superb three-piece white suite comprising a double shower cubicle with both a main head and handheld shower attachment, wash hand basin with under sink storage, and WC. Fully tiled floors and walls. Heated towel rail, illuminated mirror, electric shaver point, and extractor fan.

Outside
The property benefits from communal gardens and a private terrace, perfectly positioned to take in superb 180-degree views over the Fairfield Horseshoe, Todd Crag, Black Fell and Latterbarrow. Designated parking space, with additional visitor parking available.

Business Rates
Rateable Value: £1,825. Actual amount payable: £715.40. This could be reduced to zero if the purchaser is entitled to small business rates relief. More details can be obtained through the Local Authority - Westmorland and Furness Council.

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Services
Mains water, electricity and drainage. Electric heating.

Tenure
Leasehold on an original term for 999 years commencing in 1988. The purchaser will become a shareholder in Ambleside Overview Limited (The Management Company set up to run the affairs of this purpose built development.) The annual fee for 2026 is £2,700 plus £300 for the sinking fund. This includes the repair and maintenance of the main building, communal areas, the lift, administration fees and gardening, Building Insurance and Fibre Broadband. Ambleside Overview Limited owns the freehold and owners of the seventeen individual properties within the development hold one share in the company.

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.