Low Whitestones, Ambleside LA22 9EE

A stunning, self contained one bedroom ground floor cottage apartment set within a picturesque 17th-century Grade II listed building. Nestled in the heart of Ambleside’s historic conservation area, this charming property effortlessly combines authentic period features including exposed timber beams, flagstone floors, and an open stone fireplace with high quality modern fixtures and fittings.

Currently operating as a well established and highly successful holiday let generating an annual gross income of approximately £23,500. Offered for sale as a going concern, complete with forward bookings and the majority of contents included for a seamless transition.

Superbly positioned for all village amenities, a vibrant selection of independent shops, traditional pubs, and acclaimed restaurants are just a short walk away, alongside endless Lake District walking routes directly from the doorstep.

Accommodation

Ground Floor
Private entrance leading directly into the property.

Open plan Lounge/Kitchen/Diner
A beautifully presented, character filled dual aspect room showcasing exposed timber beams, partial flagstone flooring, and a focal stone fireplace. Features an attractive window seat, alcove shelving with oak detailing, a subtle utility alcove housing the electric meters and consumer unit, and a TV point. The kitchen area is fitted with quality Shaker style wall and base units, a stainless steel sink with mixer tap, and matching upstands. Integrated appliances include an electric oven, gas hob, extractor hood, fridge, and dishwasher.

Utility Room
A highly practical separate utility space fitted with base units, worktops, a washing machine with integrated dryer, and a compact freezer, set over original flagstone flooring. Houses a newly installed (October 2025) wall mounted Worcester gas central heating boiler.

Bedroom
A cosy, characterful king size bedroom featuring exposed ceiling beams, a striking exposed stone feature wall, a deep window seat, and an original stone lintel with mantelpiece.

En-suite Bathroom
A stylish, well proportioned three piece white suite comprising a panelled bath with shower over, vanity wash hand basin, and WC. Fully tiled flooring, majority wall tiling, heated towel rail, extractor fan, and exposed beams.

Outside
Small slate bench situated to the left of the front entrance.

Services
All mains services are connected.  Gas fired central heating. 

Tenure
Shared Freehold (with High Whitestones directly above). Held on an underlying lease with over 900 years remaining.

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Business Rates  £1,825. (actual amount payable £850.45 per annum).  Eligible buyers may qualify for up to 100% Small Business Rates Relief via Westmorland and Furness Council.

Broadband
Telephone and broadband currently supplied by TalkTalk. Prospective purchasers are advised to verify coverage via 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.