OVERVIEW
Perfectly positioned in the heart of the picturesque village of Cartmel, Bank Court is a Grade II listed former bookshop with quirks, charm and character in abundance. Currently operating as a holiday let, the property is ideal for family get togethers, friend reunions or an excellent lock and leave second home. There are two reception rooms plus a well fitted kitchen, two bedrooms (one ensuite) and a dressing room/snug on the first floor and a third bedroom within the roof space with adjoining TV room.
LOCATION
Situated in the historic Square, the property is accessed via a yard. Buyers looking for a second home/rental investment will struggle to find a more central position.
Cartmel is a desirable area and is located approximately 20 minutes’ drive from both junction 36 of the M6 and Windermere. Home to two Michelin star restaurants, Cartmel also boasts to its own racecourse, 12th Century Priory, numerous public houses and is the birthplace to the world famous sticky toffee pudding. Unlimited walks and bike rides are on the doorstep and the wider Lake District National Park within easy reach.
ACCOMMODATION
Leaving The Square, a well maintained alley leads to the side of the property and into a pretty shared courtyard. There are two doors into the property, one at the rear into the kitchen and one at the side leading to the dining room.
KITCHEN
19' 5" x 8' 11" (5.92m x 2.71m)
Fitted with cream base and wall units with a distressed finish, wood block worktops and mosaic tiled splashbacks. The appliances are included in the sale and comprise a seven burner gas range cooker with three ovens and a double canopy above, a wine fridge, dishwasher and a washing machine. The fridge freezer is to stay and there is a butler sink, a radiator and downlights to the ceiling. A window overlooks the rear courtyard and there is access to the cellar.
SITTING ROOM
14' 2" x 14' 3" (4.31m x 4.35m)
A sash window faces the side aspect. The central feature to the room is the cast fire surround with grate and slate hearth with period alcove cupboards to one side. Radiator, downlights and a telephone and television points.
INNER HALL
A quirky space with stairs leading to the first floor and built in book shelves. A Westmorland style window on the stairs allows natural light into the hallway below and there is a radiator. A couple of steps lead down into:
DINING ROOM
12' 1" x 13' 7" (3.67m x 4.13m)
The recessed bow window is a lovely feature to the room and has clever storage built in underneath. Downlights, a radiator, television and point points.
LANDING
A characterful split landing with a Westmorland style window and a ceiling light.
BEDROOM
14' 4" x 14' 4" (4.38m x 4.38m)
An elegant double bedroom with a sash window to the side aspect, a radiator and two wall lights. An Edwardian style fire place has a black inset and brass fender.
BEDROOM
11' 7" x 15' 3" (3.52m x 4.65m)
Another generous double bedroom with a recessed box bay window overlooking The Square. Two ceiling lights, a radiator and built in period cupboards.
ENSUITE
6' 1" x 14' 8" (1.85m x 4.47m) max
A sash window faces the front elevation. Fitted with a shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and a WC. Downlights, a radiator and extractor. A lovely sized ensuite with space for a dressing table and chair giving a boutique hotel feel.
BATHROOM
11' 7" x 6' 0" (3.53m x 1.84m)
A frosted window to the rear aspect. Bath with a fixed head shower and a glass screen, a pedestal wash hand basin and a WC. Downlights to the ceiling, a period towel rail/radiator and a built in cupboard housing the Vaillant boiler. A door connects to:
DRESSING ROOM/SNUG
6' 10" x 10' 6" (2.07m x 3.19m)
A double glazed window faces the rear overlooking the courtyard. A charming room with a radiator and wall light.
SECOND FLOOR
From the landing, laddered stairs lead into the roof space.
BEDROOM
11' 10" x 21' 5" (3.61m x 6.52m) max
Having exposed A frame beams and a Velux rooflight, the third bedroom is full of character. A low level double glazed window to the side, a radiator and ceiling light. Steps lead to a platform and into the TV room.
WC
Fitted with a modern round wash basin with cupboards underneath and a macerator toilet. Rooflight, a radiator and an extractor. Two wall lights.
TV ROOM
15' 6" x 14' 7" (4.72m x 4.46m) max
Exposed A frames and cross beams give the room a huge amount of character. Two Velux rooflights, a radiator and two ceiling light. Access to eaves storage and a galleried space looking to the Westmorland window. Please note the crossbeams are below head height.
CELLAR
15' 10" x 12' 11" (4.83mx 3.4m) max
Accessed via stone steps from the kitchen, the cellar has a flagged floor and a ceiling light.
DIRECTIONS
Following signs from A590 to Cartmel Priory proceed through Field Broughton and into Cartmel Village. By the Pig and Whistle pub turn right onto The Causeway and then right again towards into the centre of Cartmel. Upon reaching The Square, the property is located to the left hand corner.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Services: Mains Water, Gas, Electric and Drainage
Tenure: Freehold. Please note the property is Grade II listed. Flying Freehold.
Council Tax: Currently banded for Business Rates with a Rateable Value of £2500
EPC Grading: D
Currently let through Sykes Cottages:
https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/cottage/Lake-District-Cumbria-The-Lake-District-River-Eea/Old-Book-Shop-1125953.html
