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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · CA13 0LA
For saleReduced £25k (−7.1%) on 26 OctListed 207 days
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About
Sunnybrae is a spacious four bedroom, three reception room, two bathroom link detached house, occupying a prominent elevated position in the popular village of Papcastle with far reaching views over Cockermouth to the Lake District Fells.
Offering a fantastic opportunity for a family wanting to put their own stamp on a period property, and sold with no onward chain.
The accommodation is bright and airy feeling thanks to the south facing aspect and large windows, and comprises; lounge with exposed beams and feature cast iron fire place, dining room with space for an 8 person table and feature cast iron fire place, entrance hall/ snug, dining kitchen with space for a 6 person table and ample storage.
Two bathrooms- one a three piece and one a full four piece with separate shower cubicle.
To the first floor are four generous double bedrooms all of which enjoy expansive views of the Lake District Fells and surrounding countryside, while externally there is a large south facing garden, off road parking for two in front of the property, and an adjacent single garage within a block of three.
Whilst the property would now benefit from sympathetic modernisation and upgrading, its combination of space, charm and location are hard to beat, and an early inspection is advised to avoid missing out.
EPC Rating: D Living Room 4.44m x 4.44m Front aspect light filled room with a south facing aspect and views over Cockermouth to the Lake District Fells.
Exposed beams, cast iron fireplace, slate hearth and point for tv. Lounge 3.51m x 4.44m Front aspect room with external UPVC door and glazed inserts.
Exposed beam, point for wall mounted TV, Dining Room 3.85m x 4.41m Front aspect room with views over Cockermouth towards the Lake District Fells.
Cast iron fire place, space for an 8 person dining table. Porch 1.09m x 1.46m Front aspect with UPVC external door and double glazed inserts, tiled floor.
Kitchen 4.07m x 4.07m Dual aspect room fitted with a range of base and wall units in a light wood effect finish and complementary tiled counter top.
Feature inglenook housing electric oven-grill and four burner counter top mounted gas hob, plumbing for under counter washing machine and dish washer,1.5 bowl ceramic sink with drainage board and mixer tap, space for a 6 person dining table, tiled floors and splash back.
Hallway 1 1.09m x 2.25m Rear hallway with built in cupboard and stairs to first floor.
Bathroom 1 3.47m x 2.19m Rear aspect room comprising three piece suite; wc wash hand basin and bath, built in storage cupboard.
Bathroom 2 2.53m x 2.31m Side aspect room comprising four piece suite, wc, wash hand basin, bath and shower cubicle with electric shower. Tiled walls.
Landing 1.06m x 8.06m Bedroom 1 3.27m x 4.21m Front aspect room with twin windows and velux sky lights, enjoying superb elevated views across Cockermouth to the Lake District Fells.
Exposed beams, built in storage cupboards, loft access via hatch.
Bedroom 2 4.52m x 3.35m Front aspect double bedroom with elevated views over Cockermouth towards the Lake District Fells.
Loft access via hatch Bedroom 3 3.54m x 3.45m Front aspect double bedroom with elevated views over Cockermouth towards the Lake District Fells.
Wash hand basin Bedroom 4 3.84m x 4.5m Front aspect double bedroom with elevated views over Cockermouth towards the Lake District Fells.
Wash hand basin, built in storage cupboard, loft access via hatch. Services Mains gas, electricity, water & drainage. Gas fired central heating and double glazing installed.
Please note: measurements are approximate so may reflect the maximum dimensions and the mention of any appliances/services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full and efficient working order.
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If you do use these services, PFK may receive a referral fee as follows (all figures include VAT): • Conveyancing (Napthens LLP, Bendles LLP, Scott Duff & Co, Knights PLC, Newtons Ltd): £120 to £210 per completed sale or purchase.
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• EPC and Floorplans (M & G EPCs Ltd): £35 for EPC & Floorplan, £24 for EPC only, £6 for Floorplan only. • Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Checks (via Landmark): between £8.50 and £15.50.
Directions The property can be found under postcode CA13 0LA Garden A large south facing lawned garden with views over Cockermouth towards the Lake District Fells.
Parking - Garage Adjacent to the property is a single garage. Parking - Off street Off street parking for two cars in front of the property.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
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