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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · LA8 8LY
For saleReduced £35k (−5.4%) on 13 SepListed 340 days
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About
Situated in a peaceful roadside setting with sweeping countryside views, this beautifully presented 1960s/70s detached bungalow offers an exceptional blend of privacy, rural outlooks and convenience.
Just a short distance from Bowness-on-Windermere, the Lake District, Kendal and the M6, it provides superb access to outdoor pursuits, local amenities and travel links.
Thoughtfully improved and modernised throughout, the property combines contemporary comfort with a spacious, light filled layout, all set within generous mature gardens.
Inside, the home opens into an impressive living area, complete with engineered oak flooring, a cosy wood burning stove and large picture windows framing the stunning views.
The newly fitted 2024 kitchen features quartz worktops, integrated appliances and sleek sliding doors that connect effortlessly to the garden.
A useful walk-in pantry provides excellent storage, while the converted utility room (formerly the old wash house) offers additional workspace, plumbing and a convenient cloakroom.
The bungalow boasts three well proportioned double bedrooms, each enjoying excellent natural light, along with a contemporary bathroom (installed 2022) fitted with a bath and overhead shower.
Loft access from the hallway leads to two attic rooms, one fitted with insulation and eaves storage and another attic room with a window overlooking the adjoining field, offering superb potential for further development (subject to planning).
In addition, a separate studio with bi-folding doors, heating and Wi-Fi provides an ideal space for a home office, gym or hobby room, currently used as a private Pilates studio.
Outside, the property enjoys beautifully maintained gardens wrapping around the home, with lawns, mature trees, hedging and multiple seating areas to follow the sun throughout the day.
The front garden includes a charming pond and seating area. The side garden benefits from a potting shed and a dedicated hedgehog corner.
The rear garden features vegetable beds, a lawn multiple patios for relaxing.
The property is further enhanced by a private driveway, ample parking and an integrated garage for storage or workshop use.
With scenic public footpaths nearby leading towards Cunswick End, Scout Scar, Crook, Staveley and the convenience of Plumgarth’s Lakeland Food Park just a minute away for coffee, food and everyday essentials.
This is a home offering style, comfort and superb access to nature. EPC Rating: E Location From Kendal, head west on the B5284 (Crook Road) towards Bowness-on-Windermere.
Continue out of the town, passing Kendal Golf Club on your right, and follow the road for approximately 2 miles.
The property, Cunswick End, is located on the left-hand side of the road, set slightly back with driveway access.
If approaching from Bowness-on-Windermere, follow the B5284 east towards Kendal; after passing the Sun Inn at Crook, continue for around 1.5 miles and the property will be found on the right.
The postcode LA8 8LY leads directly to the location.
Sitting Room (3.84m x 3.75m) Hallway (0.91m x 5.42m) Kitchen (4.91m x 2.99m) Pantry (1.56m x 1.14m) WC / Utility (1.72m x 1.49m) Bathroom (1.97m x 2.68m) Bedroom (3.01m x 3.22m) Bedroom (3.32m x 2.52m) Bedroom (3.39m x 4.79m) Attic Room (1.92m x 3.35m) Attic Room (3.16m x 3.54m) Studio Outside studio with bi-folding doors, heating and Wi-Fi provides an ideal space for a home office, gym or hobby room, currently used as a private Pilates studio.
Services Mains electric, mains water, oil central heating, septic tank Identification Checks Should a purchaser(s) have an offer accepted on a property marketed by thw Estate Agents they will need to undertake an identification check.
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The cost of these checks is £43.20 inc. VAT per buyer, which is paid in advance, when an offer is agreed and prior to a sales memorandum being issued. This charge is non-refundable.
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