Castlegate, Cockermouth
£245,000

Guide price

Bedrooms: 3
This is one of the most gracious period properties we have come across in a long time and it s certainly a home of distinction with rooms which are stunning and beautifully appointed. Brimming with Georgian features (such as working shutters, original doors and fireplaces, wood panelling, cornices and mouldings etc, not to mention the curved staircase which runs from bottom to top) it has the perfect balance of old and new and in recent times has been re-fitted in part, including the installation of a stunning new kitchen with its centre island being the spot to enjoy a glass of wine. The bathroom is modern and in keeping with the age of the property, the first floor lounge has painted wood panelling and an original fireplace, all of which are complimented by three perfectly proportioned and characterful double bedrooms on first and second floors. The south facing Mediterranean courtyard garden is sunny and private and is a fabulous place to listen to the bird song. Located close to Cockermouth Castle and in one of the most historic parts of town yet literally within a stone s throw of a great selection of shops, bars and eateries it s perfectly positioned for other amenities such as sports and leisure facilities, Outstanding schools etc. We re bowled over and think you will be too.

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THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

Gas central heating;

Single glazed sash windows.

The property is Grade II Listed.

Throughout the upgrading of the property over the years many traditional Georgian features have been retained including deep skirting boards, cornices, mouldings, shutters, pine doors to all rooms and there's a fabulous curved staircase which winds itself up to the second floor.

ENTRANCE

Accessed via a hardwood door and that leads into:

ENTRANCE HALL

With wood effect Karndean style flooring, cupboard housing electric meters and pine door leading into kitchen; stairs to the first floor and double glazed door leading into courtyard.

DINING KITCHEN

7.39 x 5.31 (24'2 x 17'5 )

This room certainly has the wow factor! A fabulous open plan family room with large centre island and with ample space for a dining table. Great sociable yet practical space!

The kitchen itself is fitted with a comprehensive range of base and wall units and large pan drawers all in taupe with natural wood handles and oak worktop over and includes double electric Neff oven, integrated fridge/freezer and Neff hob. The kitchen flows round to a side area where there is a continuation of units and matching worktop, a double white ceramic sink unit with chrome mixer tap, Flavel integrated dishwasher, plumbing for washing machine, wall mounted plate rack and grey ceramic tiled splashback.

There's a flame effect gas fire on cream marble hearth with matching surround and taupe painted mantlepiece over and an alcove where a dresser would sit well. Two large sash windows face Castlegate both with deep window sills (one set of working pine shutters and the others are painted closed) and there's a window within the small kitchen which faces the courtyard. Modern white vertical radiator and Karndean effect flooring. Pine door with five glazing panels leads into a large walk in cupboard with alcove and arch.

STAIRCASE & LANDING

A beautiful curved staircase with an archway at the bottom otakes you right up to the second floor. There's an attractive south facing arched window with clear glazing at half landing level and a door to the bathroom. At first floor landing level it gives way to the main bedroom and lounge and continues up to the second floor, with storage cupboard mid way up.

BATHROOM

At half landing level. With wood effect vinyl floor covering and three steps up lead to the bathroom. With chrome claw foot slipper bath with chrome connected tap and hand held shower, low level WC and white pedestal wash basin with two chrome taps with white ceramic tiles around the sanitary fittings, chrome and white radiator, spotlighting, window to the rear and concealed gas boiler.

Chrome fittings including mirror, soap dish holder, toilet paper holder etc.

SITTING ROOM

4.445 x 5.51 (into bay) (14'6 x 18'0 (into bay))

A beautiful room with two windows overlooking the front, one including an unusual bay with deep window sill. Painted wood panelling throughout the room and electric fire (disconnected) with original ceramic patterned tiles and cast iron surround and hearth, BT socket and television point.

BEDROOM ONE

4.95 x 3.99 (16'2 x 13'1 )

Double room facing the front with window overlooking Castlegate, painted wood panelling and alcoves either side of the fireplace. Large cupboard which is part shelved and with smaller cupboard above. Step up into double shower cubicle with wall mounted chrome shower and attachments including rainfall shower and hand held hose and siding tempered glass door with chrome handle and fitted around shower with white ceramic tiles. Wall mounted chrome ladder style radiator.

SECOND FLOOR

Giving access to:

BEDROOM TWO

4.93 x 4.09 (16'2 x 13'5 )

A large double room with an aspect over Castlegate, painted wood panelling to one wall, alcoves either side of the fireplace. The existing fireplace has been boarded up but could be exposed.

BEDROOM THREE

4.93 x 4.52 (16'2 x 14'9 )

Double room with two windows overlooking the front, access into the loft, wood panelling to two walls and pine fronted cupboard with shelving.

COURTYARD

A delightful and fairly private south facing Mediterranean style courtyard with white painted walls and finished with gold coloured paving flags. Small stone built border and outside wall mounted light.

DIRECTIONS

From the Main Street proceed towards the Market Place and go up Castlegate. No 4 is 1/3 way up on the right hand side.

COUNCIL TAX

We have been advised by Cumberland Council (0303 123 1702) that this property is placed in Tax Band B.

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS

To view this property, please contact us on 01900 829977.

NOTES TO BROCHURE

Please note that all measurements have been taken using a laser tape measure which may be subject to a small margin of error. None of the appliances, heating system or fittings included within the sale have been tested or can be assumed to be in full working order. Purchasers are strongly advised to satisfy themselves by way of survey and their own enquiries. The brochure does not constitute a contract, part of a contract or warranty.

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