Summary

Superbly positioned and enjoying delightful south westerly views across the Langdale Valley, this tastefully modernised and much improved 2 bedroomed end of terrace bungalow is a perfect holiday let or weekend retreat.Internally re-designed and tastefully upgraded in recent times, Birch Tree enjoys superb views of Lingmoor Fell from the sitting room and first floor bedroom, surpassed only by those from the communal grounds of the Langdale Pikes. With a lovely fitted kitchen, modern bathroom and car parking this is the perfect "away from it all" property.

Full Description

Location Fir Garth is beautifully located in the picturesque Langdale Valley in the village of Chapel Stile.

From Ambleside proceed towards Coniston on the A593, turning right just before Chesters at Skelwith Bridge signposted for Langdale. Continue along this road, crossing over the cattle grid and passing through Elterwater Common before reaching the village of Chapel Stile. Pass Wainwrights public house on the left hand side and after approximately a quarter of a mile Thrang Brow is seen on the right hand side. Turn right between the terrace of houses and the access drive leading up to Fir Garth will be seen, again crossing a cattle grid. The car parking area is located on the right hand side at the top of this driveway with the bungalows on the left. 

Description Fir Garth is quietly tucked away, elevated above the Great Langdale Valley on the outskirts of the pretty little Lakeland village of Chapel Stile. With a village store, cafe and more than one excellent Lakeland Inn within walking distance, the daily necessities of life are nicely on hand - as are the beautiful Lakeland Fells. There are innumerable walks readily accessible from the very doorstep of this very well presented and thoughtfully improved end of terrace bungalow.

The sitting room enjoys a delightfully sunny south westerly aspect and superb views across the valley to Lingmoor Fell, a view also shared from the Velux roof light serving the first floor bedroom. The kitchen has been very pleasingly refitted with an attractive range of wall and base units which incorporate an extensive range of built in appliances. The second bedroom and the modern bathroom are also on the ground floor here. The first floor bedroom is accessed via an attractive staircase off the main living room.

The gardens are communal and enjoy the most magnificent views up to the Langdale Pikes which dominate the head of the valley, a view which is almost symbolic of the Lake District.

Perfect for holiday letting or as a weekend bolt-hole away from the hustle and bustle and daily stresses, Birch Tree would also make an excellent permanent home in such a lovely setting. Early viewing is highly recommended to avoid disappointment. 

Accommodation (with approximate dimensions)  

Living Room 16' 6" x 10' 8" Max (5.04m x 3.26m Max) Enjoying a lovely south westerly aspect and superb fell views from the patio doors and the window, and having a great feeling of space as a consequence of the vaulted ceiling, this is a delightful room. There is a double radiator, television point and a central heating thermostat. 

Fitted Kitchen 9' 5" x 7' 2" (2.89m x 2.2m) A lovely bright and recently re-fitted kitchen with an attractive range of wall and base units with complimentary working surfaces which incorporate a four ring hob and hood, double oven, large refrigerator, freezer, AEG automatic washing machine/drier, Hotpoint dishwasher and a Dimplex kick space heater. There is a stainless steel single drainer sink unit with a mixer tap, pelmet lighting, complimentary part tiled walls and uPVC double glazed door and window. 

Bedroom 2 11' 7" x 6' 8" (3.55m x 2.05m) With a radiator and a uPVC double glazed window. 

Bathroom With a modern three piece suite in white comprising a panel bath with a Triton pumped shower with a concertina shower screen, wash hand basin and wc. The walls are attractively part tiled and there is a radiator, electric towel rail, Dimplex wall heater, extractor fan and shaver socket.

 

An attractive staircase off the living room leads to  

Bedroom 1 14' 8" x 9' 5" (4.47m x 2.87m) With a south west facing Velux roof light which affords lovely fell views. There is a useful built in store and drying cupboard/store. 

Outside The property stands in delightful communal grounds which includes a car parking area as well as lawned areas from which the most superb views can be obtained including up the Langdale Valley to the dramatic backdrop of the Langdale Pikes. 

Services Mains water, drainage and electricity are connected.

The property has an electric central heating system to radiator. 

Council Tax Band 'C' (South Lakeland District Council)  

Tenure We understand the property to be leasehold for a term of 999 years commencing in March 1992. We understand that an annual ground rent of £10. p.a. is paid together with a service charge of £250 p.a. which contributes towards the maintenance of the gardens and grounds.

Each owner of a property on Fir Garth becomes a member of the Fir Garth Management Company in which the freehold is vested. 

Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh, Ambleside. Telephone 015394 32800