We've tightened what earns a Pursue. A home now needs a published valuation, a strategy that still makes money after real running costs and lender stress tests, and no listing problems that would stop a mortgage. You'll see fewer Pursues, and each one has been checked harder.
See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · LA23 2LD
Sold STCReduced £20k (−8.2%) on 28 OctListed 120 days
Opportunity summary
See Archie’s verdict, returns by strategy and what to check before viewing.
About
Description: 37 Orrest Drive is a 3 bedroom, semi-detached house situated on the quiet street of Orrest Drive, a stones throw from Windermere's centre and transport links, shops and amenities.
This house offers a new owner the opportunity to personalise, and could be turned into a wonderful home for a local family.
The surrounding gardens make this property all the more desirable, with private outside space to enjoy.
Upon entering, the entrance hallway, in need of modernisation, leads to the living room to the left.
With a dual aspect and slight fell view to the front and garden aspect to the rear, the space is naturally bright and an ample size to accommodate furnishings.
From the hallway, you reach the kitchen which is sizeable with wood effect flooring and ample wall and base units to the left and a stainless steel sink with a window above offering a side aspect.
A Zanussi electric 4 ring hob and diplomat oven below and a cupboard to the left for storage are convenient, and with some modernisation, this kitchen has the potential to become a fabulous space.
The adjoining utility offers more base units, understairs storage, shelving and an Indesit washing machine. The Worcester boiler is housed in the cupboard and offers storage below.
The door allows access to the rear garden. Upstairs, bedroom 1 is a double, with a front aspect, and space for furnishings.
In need of re-decoration, this bedroom also has a shower with tiled walls and UPVC double glazing to windows.
Bedroom 2 is also a double and has built-in over the stairs storage and a side aspect over rooftops. Bedroom 3 is a single with rear aspect and both have UPVC double glazing.
The loft space is accessed from the landing. The bathroom has a sink and black half tiling to walls. The bath is also fitted as well as a small storage cabinet.
The WC is accessed off the landing and again has half tiling to walls. Both could benefit from modernisation.
Outside, the property benefits from outdoor space on both the front and rear as well as a side garden.
At the rear is a useful garden shed and small paved area with space for chairs and mature shrubbery surrounding.
A path around the side of the house also links the sloped side garden and front garden which is well maintained and contains mature shrubs and allows space to sit out and enjoy.
This property has the potential to become a fabulous family home for locals, with schools close by and shops a stones throw away, this convenient home offers endless opportunity.
Don't miss the chance to turn this property into your home, book a viewing today.
Entrance Living Room: 4.98 x 3.19m (16'3"x 10'5") Kitchen: 3.04 x 4.47m (9'11" x 14'8") Utility: 1.82 x 2.55m (5'11" x 8'4") Stairs to first floor Bedroom 1: 2.97 x 4.15m (9'8" x 13'7") Bedroom 2: 3.52 x 2.57m (11'6" x 8'5") Bedroom 3: 1.97 x 3.26m (6'5" x 10'8") Bathroom: 1.44 x 2.77 (4'8" x 9'1") WC Outdoor space Property information: Local occupancy restriction: Being an ex local authority house the property has an occupancy restriction where it must be the occupants main residence and that they have lived or worked 3 years prior to purchase in Cumbria.
Services: Mains water, sewage and electricity, gas central heating. Tenure: Freehold.
Council tax: Westmorland and Furness band: C Energy Performance Certificate: The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also in any of our offices.
Viewings: Strictly by appointment with Hackney and Leigh What 3 Words and Directions: ///locked.willpower.correct By car from Crescent Road, on the one-way system, bear left onto Oak Street, then third left onto Droomer Drive.
Turn first left onto Orrest Drive and No 37 can be found on your left-hand side as the road splits.
Anti-money Laundering regulations: Please note that when an offer is accepted on a property, we must follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all buyers under the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations (AML).
We use a specialist third-party company to carry out these checks at a charge of £60.00 (inc. VAT) per individual or £50.00 (incl.
vat) per individual, if more than one person is involved in the purchase (provided all individuals pay in one transaction).
The charge is non-refundable, and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been completed.
In the event the property is being purchased in the name of a company, the charge will be £150 (incl. vat).
Disclaimer: All permits to view and particulars are issued on the understanding that negotiations are conducted through the agency of Messrs. Hackney & Leigh Ltd.
Properties for sale by private treaty are offered subject to contract.
No responsibility can be accepted for any loss or expense incurred in viewing or in the event of a property being sold, let, or withdrawn. Please contact us to confirm availability prior to travel.
These particulars have been prepared for the guidance of intending buyers. No guarantee of their accuracy is given, nor do they form part of a contract.
*Broadband speeds estimated and checked by on 08/01/2026.
Value & comps
No previous sales on record.
Returns
Set an offer; the calculator follows it.
We're still gathering serviced-accommodation data for this area.
Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
0.0% below asking
This is not financial or investment advice. Prop AI Deals is not authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to provide investment advice.
All investment calculators, property analyses, and AI-generated insights are for informational purposes only. Property investment carries risk and may result in financial loss. All calculations should be independently verified and you should consult with FCA-authorised financial advisers before making any investment decisions.
Past performance does not guarantee future results. Tax implications vary by individual circumstances.
Deal
Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
BRRR-suited properties can recycle 80-100% of investor capital on refi, leaving a high-yielding rental with most of the money out. Sign in to see the refurb cost stack, ARV projection, and refinance maths.
Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
Short-lease flats trade at deep discount, but extending under the 1993 Act often costs far less than the discount. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, premium breakdown, long-lease ARV and arbitrage maths.
See projected short-stay revenue vs a vanilla BTL for this property.
See real sub-let margins (HMO room rates & SA nightly rates) vs the landlord rent.
Area
Agent & docs

FAQ
About 37 Orrest Drive, Windermere, LA23 2LD
Explore nearby