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About
Located in the tranquil hamlet of Slackhead, this elevated property boasts stunning far-reaching views.
Featuring a double garage, driveway, and beautifully maintained, mature gardens, it offers a peaceful retreat.
Inside, the property has open-plan living spaces with three spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms.
With plenty of potential to update and personalise, this home presents an excellent opportunity to create your ideal living space.
The picturesque Cumbrian village of Slack Head is located within the Silverdale and Arnside designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty situated just outside the historic village of Beetham with an array of fantastic walks on your doorstep, including The Fairy Steps and Dallam Park.
Slack Head has a thriving community to include The Wheatsheaf public house, primary school (rated GOOD by Ofsted), community church and the well respected Beetham garden centre with superb café.
Enter the property through a welcoming vestibule into a spacious hallway.
Immediately to your left, you'll find an impressive open-plan living, dining, and sunroom area, designed to take full advantage of the elevated, far-reaching views over the Lune Valley and Farleton Fells.
The living area features a gas coal-effect fire with a wooden mantelpiece, creating a cosy focal point.
The dining space leads into the bright sunroom, where patio doors open onto a balcony-perfect for enjoying the panoramic scenery.
From the dining area, step into the well-appointed kitchen, complete with a range of wall and base units, complementary worktops and tiling, and lovely views.
The kitchen is fitted with a Franke sink and drainer, integrated fridge and freezer, integrated dishwasher, eye-level Hotpoint electric oven and grill and washing machine.
There is also ample room for a breakfast table. Back in the hallway, the principal bedroom enjoys stunning views and features fitted wardrobes-including a concealed door to the en suite.
The en suite offers a four-piece suite: shower enclosure, pedestal hand wash basin, low-level WC, and bidet.
Also off the hallway is a generous family bathroom with bath, shower enclosure, pedestal wash basin, WC, and an airing cupboard housing the water cylinder.
A second spacious double bedroom overlooks the well-tended rear gardens and includes fitted wardrobes.
A spiral staircase leads to the first floor, where you'll find two occasional bedrooms and eaves storage, with one room featuring a hand wash basin-ideal for flexible use as guest space, office, or hobby room.
Externally, the property offers a driveway leading to a double garage. Beneath the balcony is a storage area and access to the boiler room located in the undercroft.
The beautifully landscaped and well-stocked gardens are expansive, with manicured lawns and vibrant borders, offering a peaceful and private outdoor retreat.
Accommodation (with approximate dimensions) Kitchen 12' 11" x 12' 3" (3.94m x 3.73m) Dining Room 12' 1" x 12' 1" (3.68m x 3.68m) Sun Room 12' 1" x 7' 10" (3.68m x 2.39m) Living Room 20' 5" x 13' 9" (6.22m x 4.19m) Balcony 12' 6" x 8' 4" (3.81m x 2.54m) Bedroom One 13' 10" x 13' 1" (4.22m x 3.99m) Bedroom One En Suite Bedroom Two 13' 0" x 11' 10" (3.96m x 3.61m) Bathroom First Floor Occasional Room One 15' 8" x 12' 10" (4.78m x 3.91m) Occasional Room Two 16' 6" x 14' 5" (5.03m x 4.39m) Double Garage 20' 9" x 19' 7" (6.32m x 5.97m) Undercroft and Storage Area 27' 2" x 21' 7" (8.28m x 6.58m) Boiler Room 12' 0" x 7' 11" (3.66m x 2.41m) Property Information Tenure Freehold (Vacant possession upon completion).
Energy Performance Certificate The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices.
Council Tax Band F Westmorland & Furness Council Services Mains gas, water and electricity. Septic tank drainage.
Please note that due to updated regulations for septic tanks and private drainage facilities, interested parties may wish to seek independent advice on the installation.
We can recommend several local firms who may be able to assist.
Directions From the Hackney and Leigh Arnside Office proceed along Station Road and continue onto Black Dyke Road over the level crossing.
Continue onto Coldwell Lane and at the end of the road, turn left onto Brackenthwaite Road taking the left-hand turn over the bridge and continue on Leighton Beck Road, turning left onto Hill Crest Drive.
Continue up the hill and take the left hand turn and number 21 can be found on the right hand side by our for sale board.
What3Words ///chariots.ranged.snippets Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh.
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.
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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 £42.67 (inc. VAT) per individual or £36.19 (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 £120 (incl. vat).
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