Snowdrop Cottage, Haws Bank Coniston LA21 8AS

The sale of Snowdrop presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a spacious detached two bedroom bungalow, originally constructed in the 1950s beneath a traditional pitched slate roof. Well planned and attractively presented throughout, the property has been carefully maintained and benefits from a new bathroom and kitchen, while still offering scope for selective modernisation to suit individual tastes. Subject to planning permission there may be an opportunity to develop the garage into the living accommodation.

Over the years, the bungalow has been thoughtfully extended, most notably with the addition of an excellent integral garage, double glazing, enhancing both practicality and versatility. The property enjoys a delightful south facing aspect to the front, while to the rear there are beautiful views across the attractive gardens towards Coniston Old Man, the surrounding Lakeland fells, and adjoining open countryside.

Snowdrop would make an ideal permanent residence, weekend retreat, or holiday home, combining peaceful surroundings with low maintenance yet very well stocked appealing gardens and private parking facilities.

Occupying a wonderful and manageable plot on the edge of Coniston village, the property benefits from a tranquil setting and an open sunny aspect. The gardens are attractively landscaped for ease of maintenance and enjoyment throughout the seasons.

Coniston itself offers a vibrant and welcoming community with a wide range of local amenities, including shops, cafés, a post office, churches, and bowling and tennis clubs. The village is renowned for its associations with Donald Campbell, John Ruskin, and the Lakeland poets, while the surrounding area provides endless opportunities for fell walking, countryside pursuits, and outdoor recreation. The shores of Coniston Water are also just a short stroll away along the nearby lane.

Accommodation
A UPVC semi glazed front door leads into :

Entrance Hall
With useful inset cloaks cupboard, telephone point, loft access hatch and wood effect flooring.

Living Room
A spacious, light filled dual aspect reception room designed for both comfort and style. Featuring an inset gas fire with a sophisticated marble hearth and surround, this inviting space offers the perfect setting for relaxation and entertaining alike. Large picture windows and a glazed patio door flood the room with natural light while framing delightful views across the beautifully stocked rear garden towards the majestic Coniston Old Man and the surrounding Coniston Fells. Additional features include a TV point and seamless access to the garden terrace.

Kitchen
Tastefully fitted with a range of cream wall and base units, this well laid out kitchen offers everyday functionality. Features include a ceramic sink with mixer tap, integrated electric cooker with four ring hob, stainless steel extractor fan and slimline dishwasher. A useful serving hatch and breakfast bar create an ideal space, while a generous built in larder cupboard provides excellent shelved storage. Wood effect flooring and part tiled brick effect walls enhance the kitchen’s warm and contemporary feel, complemented by pleasant views towards Grizedale. Internal access also leads directly into the integral garage for added convenience.

Rear Bedroom One
A spaciously proportioned double room. Superb view across the garden towards Coniston Old Man and the Coniston Fells. 

Front Bedroom Two
A generous twin bedroom with view across the front garden towards Grizedale Forest. 

Bathroom
White three piece suite comprising of walk in shower enclosure with a Mira electric shower, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. Fully wall tiled, extractor fan, linoleum flooring and obscured window.  

Outside
Approached via a private  drive and gated pathway with easy maintained faux concrete flags, offering parking for two vehicles, although there is opportunity to increase. 

To the front, the property enjoys an attractive south facing garden featuring a variety of planted flower beds. Side access leads to the delightful rear garden, where an impressive selection of mature plants and shrubs are thoughtfully arranged across the sloping, tiered landscape. A charming combination of lawn and patio areas creates ideal spaces for relaxing and entertaining, with direct access into the lounge. Meandering footpaths guide you through the gardens, allowing you to fully appreciate the peaceful setting and surrounding scenery. The bottom of the  garden  borders a small stream and open field.  Beautiful fell and country views towards Coniston Old Man and the Coniston Fells. 

Integral Garage
Fitted with an up and over electric door together with both front and rear pedestrian access doors. A bright and versatile space, concrete floor, possibility to convert subject to planning permission.   It benefits from two windows, a vaulted ceiling, and internal access directly into the house.  Plumbing for washing machine and dryer. The garage also houses the gas and electric meters, consumer unit along with a wall mounted Glow-worm gas boiler.

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Services
All mains services are connected. Gas Central Heating.

Tenure
Freehold. Vacant possession on completion.

Council Tax Band
D

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.